The wedding reception I attended there as a guest was set up beautifully. There was adequate space…read moreto get up to move around to visit with others. The food was delicious. Their attendants were very efficient coming to remove cans, dishes and trash as they were used and as meals were finished. The restrooms were very nice also. It was an excellent experience.

Our son and daughter-in-law held their wedding here and it was fantastic. The planning staff where…read morecaring, energetic, flexible and professional. The day-of staff where courteous, friendly, and dedicated to making the day as special as possible. The staff felt like old friends as soon as we met and made the day special. The accommodations are beautiful and well kept. We enjoyed the barn and the bin. The scenery, a country barn and bin on a lake in the country, absolutely breath-taking views. There was nothing we needed for, they had it all and did it all. Absolutely recommend The Barn at Fairview Acres for weddings.

We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon at Calyx last weekend. We tried some yummy lavender treats and…read moredrinks, then joined Dean for a guided tour and lavender picking. The whole experience was relaxing, and the grounds were beautiful. I wish I was planning a wedding because this farm is perfect for one.

This used to be my husband's family in a little town in Iowa. The new owners have added a Lavender…read morefarm and several Airbnb's on the property. We brought three grandsons here to experience the farm that grandpa grew up on. They are big city kids and thoroughly enjoyed running free over the empty cornfields and lovely walking trails. The Lavender suite itself is lovely! High-end appliances fireplace, and fire pit However we came in March and it was pretty cold. I have some mobility problems. I don't use a wheelchair, but I have to have pretty easy access to shower and such. This place was perfect. They also have some tree houses that would be fun, but that would be difficult for me and this place. There's plenty large enough to sleep five or six. The grandkids said they wanna live here. That made me very happy because I was worried that they might be bored. There are no theme parks here. they loved exploring the woods and the frozen creeks along the walking trail. The hosts could not be more perfect. We were responsive. But left us to our family time!

Really amazing spot.. I get to go to weddings in Eastern Iowa every now and again and I have been…read moresuper impressed with the wedding venues I have seen over there.. The Exchange might be the best I have ever seen over there! Great space, Top notch facilities, beautiful location.. This was a super amazing experience as a guest.

Booking The Exchange for our May 2024 wedding was the best decision we could have made! A quick 6…read moreminute drive to the casino, entertainment and lodging for our out of town guests was perfect! The Millers were the most accommodating and helpful people throughout the entire process! They are responsive, reasonable and dedicated to making your event perfect! I can't say enough great things about them! The place itself is clean, has all the details you could think of while also being blank canvas to decorate as you please! The lounges are HUGE and include full bathrooms. The guest bathrooms are spacious and have enough for large events with no lines! The ceremony space outside is beautiful! I would HIGHLY recommend this venue for any medium-large event! We had 140 people at our wedding and had plenty of room for a large dance floor and both a video guest book, Photo Booth and the buffet line. 10/10 I would choose them 100x over!

I went to Reserve Artisan Ale and it is connected to this place but couldn't pull it up on Yelp!…read moreHow cool is it to pour your own beer? I love the concept. It is so cool to be able to be your own bartender. While we were there a wedding was happening at the vault and it was so cool.

LOVE the beer wall. There are other similar places with this feature, but what stands out at The…read moreVault: 1. None of their taps were "out of order" - a very common issue at similar places. 2. They offered ONLY craft beers, their own and guest taps. 3. They also offered a few N/A options and unique sodas... very cool. 4. They offered a variety of glassware, not just pint glasses. So if you're "in the know" about which beer style ought to be served in which specific glassware, you had the option. I also loved the pinball machine selections. :)

My siblings and I held a 90th birthday open house for our mother at the Arbor Village Clubhouse…read more The room is a large beautiful room with large windows and a deck which overlook a lawn and wooded area. The room comfortably accommodated our 175 guests. The rental cost of the room included linens and a person to serve the cake. It was the best value in town! My siblings and I live out-of-town, and we did most of our dealings with Mike Reeh (the manager and chef) over the phone. He was a delight to work with and he was very professional (with over 30 years in the business). His manner is very casual--for example, no email and nothing is written down--but he followed through with every detail of our verbal contract. We did not have the opportunity to taste the food beforehand--cheese and crackers, hummus and pita chips, BBQ meatballs, cocktail sandwiches, fruit tray, veggie tray--but it was excellent. Many of our guests stated that the party and its setting were wonderful. We couldn't have been happier with the experience of planning and holding the party at the Arbor Village Clubhouse.

Nothing like it is advertised as. She told me to not pay through VRBO and to pay her directly…read more Was not a good idea. We went one year and my kids wanted to go back the next year. Reluctantly, I paid Amy, the owner the entire amount for a 4 day stay for June 2021. Two days before we were to go to Norris, she emailed me and cancelled our vacation there. I have taken her to court, many added expenses, and will not ever get a penny back. She is not a corporation, therefore she seems to be able to do whatever she can. We are on a long list of people she owes. She even owes back taxes. THIS IS A SCAM!!! AMY IS A THIEF!!! She needs to be stopped from ruining other peoples plans!

Norris canceled my reservation shortly before my booking was set to start. They gave no reason…read more VRBO did refund the cost but now my family is left with only a few days to try to find alternate arrangements for our vacation.

A beautiful and peaceful place to host any event! Not only is the barn itself wonderfully…read moredecorated, but the whole property is gorgeous and really gives off a wholesome, country vibe. 10/10 would recommend!

Wow...what can I say about this place. Andria the property manager was amazing to work with the…read moreentire time through our event. She was available.for questions before hand and all throughout the day of the party too. We needed extra table and chairs last minute and she was happy to accommodate with linens as well. Prices were very reasonable and loved that we could have our own foods brought in to our liking. Thank you for the great venue and memories that we will cherish forever.

Toured the venue/house, it was rich in history! The curator was very knowledgeable about the house…read moreand provided warm hospitality. I highly recommend locals visit the home to host an event. Those from out of town will want to visit this historical site.

Golden Buffet is one of my favorite stops in the area. For a buffet, the quality is consistently…read moregood and the options stay fresh. My favorite part is the pho bar. It always tastes comforting and you can build your bowl exactly how you like it. The grapes here are surprisingly good every time, which feels like a little bonus on top of everything else. They also have one veggie sushi roll that I really enjoy, and the hot and sour soup has plenty of mushrooms, which is perfect for me. The staff is always friendly and quick to help. The interior is fun and bright with lots of orange accents and everything is kept very clean, which makes the whole place feel inviting. There is plenty to choose from and the buffet is easy to navigate without feeling chaotic. I love that there are solid options for someone who leans more toward vegetables. It is nice to have a spot where I can build a satisfying meal and walk away happy. I will keep coming back whenever I want something casual, flavorful, and easy.

I decided to stop at this location at a whim. We are staying nearby to see a comedian in Peoria. I…read morewas looking at places for dinner and this place showed up. I've never heard of it but it seems to have great reviews especially for a Chinese buffet The location was easy to find. However, there was a lot of road construction during my visit. But getting to this place was very easy. They have a shared parking lot with a lot of stores so it shouldn't be an issue with finding a parking spot Inside the building was very clean and it did look very new. It was bright and inviting. We were seated right away. I did enjoy the huge variety of food and different places. Also, they had some dishes that I rarely see in a Chinese buffet. The food was warm and none of them looked old and overstuffed. They seemed to keep a great inventory of food items here. Overall, the food and service was top notch. And I would be back in the future