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The Barn House Lodge

Spillville vacation home with kitchen

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A red barn with a covered porch and a stone foundation.
A room with a window, a door, a table, a chair, and a potted plant.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a matching armchair, and a wooden floor.
A wooden interior with a central hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed and a wall-mounted wreath.
A cozy loft-style room with wooden floors, a leather sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a small desk with a chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Spillville, IA
  • Place, Bily Clocks Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St Wenceslaus Catholic Church
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Spillville

On lake.Your stay at this Spillville vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of St Wenceslaus Catholic Church and Bily Clocks Museum. Fort Atkinson State Park and Prairie Farmer Recreational Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bily Clocks Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St Wenceslaus Catholic Church - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luther College - 17 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 19 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 22 min drive - 34.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Euphoria Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪PIVO Brewery and Blepta Studios - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Horseshoe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wenzil Taylor Food & Brew - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Barn House Lodge

A unique lodging experience. A barn turned home. The barn was built in the year 1900. We are located in downtown Spillville, IA. A unique Czechoslovakian town. This barn is part of once was a working farm before the town of Spillville was incorporated in 1920. This barn was once a home to cows, horses and I am sure some chickens. We have the resident "barn cat" Stormy patrolling the property. The living room and master bedroom is in what was once the hay loft. The kitchen is where they parked the tractor at night. The large private back yard was once a corn field. The Turkey River is just a short distance from the private back patio. Bring your kayaks or canoe and drop in right here. You may see deer helping themselves to the neighbors apple trees.

Spillville is a village founded by a German. This town grew into a refuge for Czechs. This small Czech village became a retreat for composer Antonin Dvorak.

Today Spillville is a small town in the northeast corner of Iowa nestled among the soft rolling hills of the Turkey River Valley. A dedicated community of families strive to preserve the rich history, heritage and Czech culture.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. Must clean up all butts outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,201 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please make sure all windows are closed.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Lodge must be tidy before departure, floors swept, beds stripped and towels in laundry basket.

Missing or broken items will be charged to renter

All furniture must be placed in original positions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Parties assume all responsibility.

Events

No events allowed

Not allowed. And any Damage your responsibility

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside. Must clean up all butts outside

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
Note from host: Not allowed. And any Damage your responsibility
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Not allowed. And any Damage your responsibility For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Barn House Spillville

The Barn House Lodge Spillville

The Barn House Lodge Private vacation home

The Barn House Lodge Private vacation home Spillville

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barn House Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Barn House Lodge offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Barn House Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Barn House Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Barn House Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Barn House Lodge have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Barn House Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Barn House Lodge to downtown Spillville?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Spillville.

The Barn House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

LeeAnn R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location but a little hard to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay while visiting the Bily clock museum!

Would highly recommend this place to stay… was a very quiet and beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jace R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was perfect for us. The host was very nice and welcoming and gave us good advice about our day plans, restaurants, trout fishing and just good conversation. The fresh complementary eggs were a nice bonus:) The Barn had plenty of space for the 4 of us and we all enjoyed the simplicity of it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The VRBO hosts were fantastic, and the Barn House was the ideal spot for our girls’ weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really liked how charming and historic the town was- don’t miss the prohibition bar down the street! The place felt like it was going back in time. The accommodations were very roomy and the backyard was amazing with a great deck view. The hosts were friendly and gave us fun facts and tips.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property, comfortable stay

We enjoyed our stay at the barn. Plenty of room for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing! Lots of room for a family, close to Decorah, and the hosts are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts and very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Would rent this beautiful property again. Owners are friendly and the property is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

Perfect location for a girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful space in a quiet town. The host was so kind and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and comfortable

truly enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint super cool place! Loved the history and use of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anita m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were so happy to find a property where we could stay in Spillville -- and the converted barn was perfect for us. It is rustic, charming, and outfitted with everything we needed -- including resident chickens who provided us with eggs and an outdoor cat who occasionally visited. We had a slight snafu at checkin, but our hosts dashed right over and resolved the issue. They were most welcoming and filled us in on the town's history and places we might like to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and clean! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful back yard relaxing area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super quiet, beautiful property. Spacious and comfortable. Close to activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
10/10! Great place, wonderful people, serene location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very unique! Great stay! Friendly hosts!! Cleaned our car off and shoveled the snow to the front stoop so it was cleaned when left! Also gave fresh eggs for breakfast!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The barn was just as described-very cute with “quirky” vibe. Very clean and great location! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

From start to finish was fantastic. The host came and spoke to us and was lovely to talk to. Will absolutely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay

My friends and I had such a pleasant stay at the barn. The hosts are super nice and helpful. The area is beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Amenities
Excellent accomodations and friendly host. Fresh eggs were terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer trip

Great couple night stay place for the Decorah area. Hosts were very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for out of town wedding guests

We needed room for out if town guests and I was thrilled to find this within waking distance of the church. Beautiful unique property! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023