Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Burlington, IA

Snake Alley12 min walk
Catfish Bend Casino4 min drive
FunCity5 min drive
Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)10 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

We are located at 500 North Street. The Bear's Den has a southern, street view. However, there is an outdoor deck with a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and our double-lot, flower garden. This room provides a Tempurpedic, King-sized mattress + a fold-out child's bed (children under 6-years - stay FREE!). The bathroom was added in 1920; it has all new plumbing; and is surfaced with original tile on the floor and in the shower. (The hot tub is only available to Penthouse guests on the third floor.)

Full "Award Winning Breakfast" is provided for all guests. We accomodate your requests for breakfast time and menu options.

Guests can stroll through Historic North Hill with homes built in the 1800s to Mosquito Park & North Hill Park & Snake Alley (The Crookedest Street in the World) & venture downtown to historic museums; fine dining; entertainment venues; & unique shops ... The best part of spending a night in the Bear's Den is how quiet it is in a most comfortable Tempurpedic bed.

Family members and friends can also stay in the Berry Patch with a second booking - across the hallway with a Twin-sized Posturpedic mattress with private, full bathroom with shower/tub.

Property manager

Inez Metzger

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Burlington

Located in Burlington, this bed & breakfast is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Horse and Buggy Museum and North Lee County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Iowa State Penitentiary and Old Fort Madison.

Burlington, IA

What's nearby

Snake Alley - 12 min walk
Catfish Bend Casino - 4 min drive
Community Field - 5 min drive
FunCity - 5 min drive
Spirit Hollow Golf Club - 10 min drive

Getting around

Burlington Station - 3 min drive
Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

Casey's General Store - 17 min walk
Doc's - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Roederer's Pit Stop - 18 min walk
Boogaloo Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear's Den @ Squirrel's Nest B&B located?

Located in the heart of Burlington, this golf bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of Snake Alley and Mississippi River. FunCity and Community Field are also within 3 miles (5 km). Burlington Station is 22 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Inez Metzger

The owners are retired. David was a registered structural engineer & a registered architect. Inez was an art & science teacher. David was born/raised in Burlington. Inez grew-up on a dairy farm in north-central Iowa. We enjoy meeting people from all over the world and have been operating the Squirrel's Nest B&B since 2007.

Why they chose this property

This property provides what was described by the former Iowa B&B Guild as the "Most Scenic View in Iowa". David and our youngest son added the Nationally Award-Winning Penthouse Suite (Best Room Addition in the USA - "Qualified Remodeler Magazine" + the large kitchen with a Mississippi River view & cathedral ceilings.