Old Reliable Historic Brick House

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6199.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Decorah, IA

Upper Iowa Speedway9 min walk
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum13 min walk
Luther College7 min drive
Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located place. Walk to Trout Run Trail, or connect to the 100's of trails in the Palisades, grab an Impact Coffee and do some shopping, all within a 10 minute walk.
The space
We purchased this 1890's brick home as a real fixer upper! We have 99% of the house complete from top to bottom, and you will see it is impeccably designed with beauty and function in mind. We love our industrial style kitchen, the layout, appliances and materials make this a great place to prepare any meal. The stairs and upstairs landing haven't gotten their facelift yet. But the spaces function and are decorated to feel more like the rest of the home.
Guest access
We have blocked access to half of the basement area where the guts of the home are. Should you have any issues please contact us and we will have it resolved!
Other things to note
**We do not recommend anyone with pet allergies to stay in this home. We are dog friendly and a dog lives in the home 90% off the year. Our cleaners are great, but they cannot completely illuminate dog dander and hair from fabrics and our HVAC system!

Property manager

Erica Riha

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Decorah

This holiday home is located in Decorah. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. and Prairie Farmer Recreational Trail. Agora and Amundsons Clothing are also worth visiting.

Decorah, IA

What's nearby

Upper Iowa Speedway - 9 min walk
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 13 min walk
Ice Cave Hill Park - 14 min walk
Dunnings Spring Park - 4 min drive
Luther College - 7 min drive

Getting around

Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min drive
Dixie's Biergarten - 3 min drive
Culver's - 4 min drive
T-Bocks Sports Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
Your Place - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Reliable Historic Brick House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old Reliable Historic Brick House ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Reliable Historic Brick House ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Old Reliable Historic Brick House located?

Situated in Decorah, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Agora, Upper Iowa Speedway and Amundsons Clothing. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Ice Cave Hill Park are also within 15 minutes.

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About the host

Hosted by Erica Riha

I am originally from the Decorah area, but right after college I moved to NYC to begin a career in Interior Design. Since moving back, I have that same passion for fixing up old houses. I am constantly finding new projects, and ideas that make our homes unique but functional.

Why they chose this property

Since we moved directly here from NYC, we still wanted the walkability of city life. We are positioned perfectly between the hustle and bustle of downtown, and a quiet trail or river walk in the opposite direction.

What makes this property unique

The history and charm of our brick house really sets us apart. The land for the property was purchased in 1851, when the neighborhood was beginning to be developed. The house is constructed of bricks that were made here in Decorah's Phelps Park. We believe the house was built in the 1890's in the Victorian Queen Anne Style.

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