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Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!

Welcome to the quaint community of Decorah. This getaway is located steps from the local attractions including the Butterfly Park, Pulpit Rock Brewery, Landing Market, Whippy Dip, and Vesterheim Museum to name a few. The property is located near the Upper Iowa River ideal for fly fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and tubing. The Trout Run Trail is a picturesque path passing along dikes and abandoned rail beds ideal for biking, walking, and running.

Description of space:
The master bedroom includes a king bed that can be reconfigured into two XL twins beds upon request. The second bedroom includes a queen bed. The living room includes a queen pull out sofa. Open kitchen concept is fully stocked with dishes, cookware, utensils, oils, Keurig coffee and tea. Washer and dryer located outside the unit and available for use during your stay. Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, iron, and ironing board. A Pack'n Play available upon request.

Guest access - a key code will be provided prior to check-in

Property manager

Pam

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Agora - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Luther College - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!?

As of Apr 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions! on Apr 22, 2025 start from CA $110.78, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions! located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum, Dunnings Spring Park, and Amundsons Clothing. Porter House Museum and Agora are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Butterfly Park Retreat #2 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Mother daughter weekend.

Place was clean, beds were comfy. Location was great. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvin H.

Anniversary Party

It was very clean and well furnished. The best VRBO we have experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Another wonderful stay at Butterfly Retreat!

This is really a wonderful place to stay in Decorah. Everything is nice and new, yet it feels cozy and comfortable. The location is great for accessing the bike trail. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Great family space

Great apartment for our immediate family while visiting family for the holidays. Location was convenient, the apartment is cozy great with enough space for all 4 of us and I love the flexibility of the bed set up in the second bedroom. Pam does a great job anticipating amenity needs and making the space welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

Perfect Mother/Daughters Weekend

This was a wonderful place to stay and enjoy all that Decorah had to offer! The apartment was nice, very cute and met our needs. We can’t wait to stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Beautiful home and a great stay

My friends and I stayed here and we had a great time. It was beautiful inside and had many amenities that made our stay very comfortable. The neighborhood is quite and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Clean and convenient!

Super place to stay. Description tells it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Wonderful Luther Weekend!

Thank you for a great stay! We loved the location. The unit was so clean and well-appointed. Thanks, Pam, for setting aside the clothes that we forgot in the bathroom! We appreciate your kindness. And thanks for the snacks in the kitchen!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey G.

Butterfly park

The place was nice and clean. It isn’t far from most attractions, and places in town are somewhat walkable depending on your willingness to walk. Neighborhood was nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Larry E.

Nice place in Decorah

2nd time staying at this property and location. Very clean, tidy, nice furnishings, quiet neighborhood, plenty of parking areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S.

Beautiful Decorah!

This is an excellent location and parking is right alongside of the building. We were close to downtown activities and just as close to all the beautiful outdoor activities that Decorah provides. Our owner/manager was very responsive. This is a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Nice Apartment in Decorah

Excellent, clean and modern 2 bedroom apartment in Decorah, Central location. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Great Place to Stay!

This apartment had everything we needed for our family of four! It was easy to find, great parking options, and was a quiet building (minus the upstairs neighbors at times). We felt at home and were impressed with all of the furnishings! It was a great weekend for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie O.

Perfect

Extremely nice place! Extra touches made it even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

Amazing

This place was perfect. So clean and cozy. The owners go above and beyond with all the little extras they provide for you. We were very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Decorah Stay

The property was great! Very nice furnishings and more amenities than we are used to seeing in similar properties. Many varieties of coffee and snacks and bathroom items that you may have forgot to bring along. A great base for a great week exploring NE Iowa. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

Run away

Came for a running event. Great location. Clean felt like home. AC was on for us. Very comfortable. Easy Check in and check out. Thanks for the fans. Would stay here again anytime. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Cute and cozy…great location!

Pam was super great to work with…helping me out with a few questions I had and offering additional information on local events. The information was clear and comprehensive and super timely. The unit itself was super cute and cozy! Not only was it stocked with everything I think we could need or want, but there were so many other nice extra touches too! I highly recommend adding this location to your list of options for lodging in Decorah!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

elspeth a.

Wedding

Stayed for a wedding. Nice central location. Bedrooms were warm since it was just a window unit air conditioner. But made use of the fans that were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Highly recommended

The pictures are accurate. All of the emenities of home are here. Just bring clothes and food! There is even welcome mats in front of each door! Bottled water in fridge, snacks on counter and beer glasses on the freezer. Small basket of toiletries in case you forgot something!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanna W.

Amazing!

This exceeded our expectations! Pam was one of the best Vrbo hostesses I’ve encountered from colorado to Florida in my travels. Very kind and accommodating. The unit was new and clean and so close to downtown. Beds and couch were all comfortable and the three of us enjoyed having our own sleeping spaces. If we come back to this area, this is definitely our place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Decorah apartment

This is a very nice apartment! It is up-to-date and spotless. It has everything you might need and a tray of snacks in the kitchen was a nice touch. It also has a good view of the fall leaf colors along the river. It is in a quiet neighborhood that is easy to locate. The entire building seems to be well maintained. The hallway to the apartment, which includes the washer/dryer, is spotless and has good lighting. The entrances were decorated and welcoming. We recommend taking a walk through the Community Prairie just down the street. Enjoyed our time and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023