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Private, secluded escape in lower level of cabin, for 6 guests.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ossian, IA
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
    23 min drive
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
    29 min drive
  • Luther College
    32 min drive

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Welcome! To the 1926 Guesthouse!

A charming craftsman located in the perfect American small town

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Toys/games
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (29)
The price is NZ$283
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan
A charming craftsman located in the perfect American small town

About the area

Ossian

With a stay at this cabin in Ossian, you'll be 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Prairie Farmer Recreational Trail and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.. .This cabin is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Gundersen Palmer Hospital and 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from Lions Park.
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What's nearby

  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 23 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Health System - 27 min drive
  • Agora - 28 min drive
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 29 min drive
  • Luther College - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shooters Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Trees Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪First Chance Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bambino's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private, secluded escape in lower level of cabin, for 6 guests.

A private and serene guest space of 2300 square feet in the lower level of this beautiful log cabin. Retired couple (Dan and Deb) live above the guest space, but there are no shared spaces and they do not interact with guests unless requested. Serenity Valley is located in a beautiful valley and surrounded by old oaks, numerous flowerbeds, two ponds and a creek. A perfect escape for relaxing, reuniting with family, and renewing your spirit. There are three bedrooms (accommodates 6 guests), three bathrooms with double sinks, as well as a living area and kitchenette. Guests have their own entrance, parking area, patio, grill and firepit. There are NO shared spaces. All common touch points are disinfected ( including counters, light switches, TV remotes, door and toilet handles) All bedding is laundered in hot water and bleach if possible.

Serenity Valley is the entire lower level of this log home. The three themed bedrooms (the Outdoorsman, Farmstead and Honeymooner) have their own private baths with double sinks, TV's, and views of a goldfish pond, Nutting Creek, large oak trees and flowerbeds. There is also a living area with two comfy couches, a 36" TV, DVD player, computer station and a log table. The kitchenette is equipped with a full sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, waffle maker, coffee pot and Keurig as well as cooking pans, silverware, plates, cups and utensils.

Serenity Valley offers guests peace and tranquility with all the comforts of home. Along with a restful night's sleep there is free Wi-Fi, catch and release fishing, walking trails and a patio with a firepit. Kayaks, a paddle board, and inflatables are available free for those who want to paddle or relax on the 3 acre pond. There is also a small beach and dock on the large pond. A variety of wildlife are commonly seen on the property, including; geese, turkeys, deer, fox and a variety of ducks. The ponds are stocked with large mouth bass, hybrid bluegill, and catfish.

Serenity Valley is surrounded by beautiful Iowa farmland and is perfect for those who want to relax and experience natural surroundings. Decorah is only a 20 minute drive away and is the home of the famous web-cam eagles, Nordic Fest, Vesterheim Museum, the Upper Iowa River and some of the best trout streams in Iowa.

Since the hosts, Dan and Deb Hageman, live in the upper level of the cabin, they are onsite and accessible most of the time. Dan and Deb are happy to visit and provide information during your stay if requested.

Serenity Valley is a little "Peace" of Paradise.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Deborah Hageman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside smoking Only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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

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
This property uses solar and geothermal energy
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Private, secluded escape in lower level of cabin, for 6 guests. Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely oasis
What a wonderful property. Stayed here with our friends and three small children. Lovely decorations for Christmas. The kids loved petting the cat and dog on the property. The beds were fairly comfortable and the space was nice and roomy. Overall would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity Valley
Wonderful place in a secluded beautiful area! It was spacious, clean and felt like home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Serenity Valley is as advertised. Beautiful and serene. Located in a rural area, but, beautifully landscaped with ponds, fishing piers, and an outdoor fire pit. It offers a very comfortable stay for 6 adults giving each their own bed and bath facilities. The kitchen area is small but, easily accommodated cooking a meal or two during our stay. We highly recommend a stay at Serenity Valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Beautiful property, definitely well cared for. Very interesting trees, ponds and inside was perfect for our 3 couples. Quiet and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canoe trip
It was a wonderful property. Wish we would have had more time to enjoy the property. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
quick stay
Love, Love, Love this house! Needed a place for Luther College graduation and so thankful it was available! We didn't want to leave. The grounds were amazing, everything was clean and their animals made our stay so fun! I would highly recommend staying here if you are in the area. It was well worth the 20 min drive to Decorah.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April W., Ankeny, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Loved the property and home. Very welcoming and so much to offer. The only downside was the smell of either a hog farm near by or the manure that the farmers spread in the field.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha O., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodations...Beyond expectations
The property is beautiful, relaxing and met all of our needs. The whole place is decorated beautifully and with high-end finishes. Beds were cozy and comfortable. The fire pit area seats several people and is a great plus when you want to sit outside and enjoy star gazing. The two resident dogs greeted us most times we arrived back to the house. Fluffy, the cat, was so cute and very entertaining to watch when we were outdoors. 😄 We'll go back again, if we're in town with a group. The owners made check-in and checkout a breeze and were available if we needed anything. 10 stars!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sofia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
The three days spent at Serenity Valley were wonderful. Just what 6 senior college friends needed for relaxing and reminiscing. The beautiful grounds, the fishing ponds and the fire pit area provided excellent gathering spots for stories to be told and laughter following! This home is one of the best the area provides.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling and spouses
Get to know you weekend for my soon to be sister in law and to get and and visit w my siblings without my parents. The house is wonderful and the grounds gorgeous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to get away
This place has got a little for everyone. If you want to be outside or inside. It has great amenities for either. The pictures look amazing and yet still somehow don't do the place justice! The owners were super friendly! More than willing to leave us be, but if we initiated a conversation, more than willing to have a great chat. If/when we make another trip to the area, we most certainly will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Weekend
Our stay was very accommodating. Very clean and friendly. Really recommending for all families to try with one out. Great cookies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for Relaxing
The property owners were very friendly. It was perfect for the kids to play and have fun and the parents to relax. I would say it is best to bring all food with you as restaurants are about 20 minutes away. When you get there you won't want to leave anyways.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great short getaway
Stayed here for three nights and our stay was lovely. We enjoyed being on the large patio. Our daughter loved the owners dogs and cat coming to great her through out our stay. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of paradise
The house was very clean and amazing and the owners were lovely people. The property was like a park only better. The grounds were amazing with ponds beautiful trees and flowers. There was a hammock and lots of outdoor furniture ,a small lake where you can kayak and fish. A perfect place to stay and relax. Enjoy its wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter get-a-way
Family members (4 adults and 2 children) spent 4 days in a very comfortable cabin away from our homes, no work, no stress. The cabin had a well equipped kitchen and even bunk beds for the kids. A great place to just spend some time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Relaxing Getaway
Serenity Valley is a beautiful place. We were in town for the Luther College Christmas concert in Decorah so was only an 18–20-minute commute. The pictures do not do it justice as the cabin is spacious with beautiful woodwork. We stayed in December and everything was decorated to the hills for Christmas! Even had a Christmas tree. The cabin had all the amenities that a family could need. The property is spacious with opportunity to swim and kayak. Deb is a wonderful host and was available if needed. Will be back again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sadie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was a beautiful place to stay at the night before my wedding! The owners were very welcoming and even set up tables and mirrors for my hairdressers and makeup artist to set up all their supplies! I would very much love to go back again maybe at a warmer time to enjoy the lake and the campfire area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Splendid
It is a lovely, quiet retreat away from distractions and technology!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Beautiful property. Plenty of room. Plan meals ahead of time as not many available restaurants in area. Wifi went in and out. Otherwise very comfortable and cozy. Would recommend to anyone as a very nice property for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sofia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Living at its Best
Our stay in Ossian was one of the best ever! The large country property was well manicured and offered many amenities. The house was decorated beautifully for fall and was extremely comfortable. Bedrooms and bathrooms were designed to accommodate our friends as well as any family group. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
We enjoyed a peaceful and serene weekend. The property was well maintained, clean and very relaxing. We would recommend it to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to enjoy peace and quiet!
Perfect place to unplug with the pond and firepit. The grounds and the stargazing can't be beat, as well as the hosts. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leora W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Antoncich
It was amazing! Would definitely stay again! Beautiful property! The friendly pets are a plus as well!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L., Cedar Rapids, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Card Club Gathering
The rental process couldn’t have been any easier. The house was lovely and perfect for our weekend of fun! Spacious kitchen and bedrooms were a plus. We wish the weather would have been better so we could have enjoyed the nice patio. It was a unanimous vote for us to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022