Staying in Decorah, I decided that a kayak adventure would be a fun side trip. I called Chimney…read moreTock Camp Ground and they had a spot for me that morning. There are three options for trip length. I picked the 9 mile trip. When arrived there wee several groups of eager canoeists and kayakers getting ready, grabbing paddles and life jackets. You can bring your own if you like. Checking in, the owners were very helpful and friendly. They gave great instructions about the paddle. The river is as fantastic. It is clear as a bell and there were only a few low spots. We were told that the river was down, which really wasn't a problem. Pricing was reasonable. I didn't camp here, but it was very well maintained and super family friendly. Bring your fishing pole, sun screen and enjoy this fabulous river.

Some friends and I visited this campground for the first time during the last weekend in June. We…read morerented two cabins next to each other for 7 of us, which I'm glad we did because even though we could have made one cabin work, the two beds in the loft area were just way too hot to comfortably sleep. Overall a very good experience. Pros - Cabins were clean, beds were comfortable - Cabins had AC - Staff was very friendly, knowledgeable, accomplished, and most importantly transparent with us when the river levels were higher than the recommended depth for kayaking. They handled it perfectly: communicated the facts, the risks, and then let us make the decision ourselves. We ultimately decided to stick with our plan to kayak and Im so glad we did because we had a blast. - Porto potties were cleaned regularly. - Showers on site Cons - Camp store is expensive. We were annoyed with how much the fire wood cost us, especially since it was kept outside and was damp from all the rain. - Bed sheets were damp. - Cabins had sinks but no faucet with running water. Overall would definitely visit again. Tip: if you're renting a cabin, cabin 20 is probably the most ideally situated (kind of secluded, surrounded by trees and shade, plenty of outdoor space for games, etc., close to a couple porto potties).

Their fish basket is touted as the "World's Best Fish Basket". The two piece cod came with fries…read moreand coleslaw. Very tasty and filling! Our first visit since it changed ownership and has a new name, Bluffton Resort and Bar,, we were not disappointed. Come prepared to wait on Friday during Lent because they are busy, very busy. The staff provided exceptional service even though they were busy. The drive to Bluffton is on a well maintained blacktopped road through the beautiful countryside of NE Iowa.

Stayed at the campground a few times now and love it. Well maintained right on the upper Iowa…read moreriver. Canoe rentals are super easy and so much fun. All the staff is incredibly nice and helpful. One of the coolest hidden places in Iowa!

We were trying to get out of Minneapolis for a weekend to kayak but no campgrounds were open in the…read morestate due to covid. We discovered Iowa's campgrounds were open and stumbled upon this beautiful campground only three hours from the city right along the upper Iowa river. Luckily it was early in the season because they said they fill up fast during summer months. Heads up, there is no cell phone service here but some free wifi if needed. They booked us a tent site right on the rivers edge! The sites were all marked well and were well shaded with trees. Each site had a picnic table and fire ring and gave you enough space between sites. The office has some food for sale and other needed things like firewood. There is also a man made swimming hole/small lake for families to enjoy because the river is hard to swim in sometimes. They have kayak and canoe rentals to enjoy on the river. I highly recommend doing this! The scenery here is beautiful! Way better then we expected. They can shuttle you to either a four hour run or six hour run down the river. We did the six hour run which did get quite long. The water was a little high but it was still very safe for a beginner. I also heard that fishing is great here when the water is clear. The owners are so nice and accommodating. Prices are very reasonable and you and the family will have such a great time here!

Outstanding place to camp. Hookups were easy to use, facilities well maintained and clean,…read morehelpful, amazing caretakers right on the property. We used their shuttle service to kayak the upper Iowa river and had a fabulous time - spotted 30 plus bald eagles, one of which had a brand new fledgling peeking out of her nest. The resort has a small lake on site, Wi-Fi, and is close to a small town if you need to get back to a little civilization. We were treated to a gorgeous fish filled river with eagles flying up and down the water on a regular basis.

Communication was by phone but they were very friendly and accommodating…read more Arrival and check-in was easy. Directions to amenities were clear. We just had a tent so nothing fancy and we didn't use electricity, but our stay was pleasant.

This is a VERY well maintained campground. The grass was cut, the bathroom and showers were clean…read more The camp store was nice to have. The staff didn't bother you but were very helpful if you needed something. Though alcohol is officially allowed, there were no loud parties or guests. This is predominantly an RV and trailer campground (with a lot of seasonals), we tented with some friends that had an RV (horse camping). A great place to go.

This is a nice cozy cottage where you can do self check-in with a room code. There is a nice view…read morewhere you can watch wildlife including deer and rabbits with a small patio area per unit. There is laundry on-site for five dollars, a small gym, as well as grills. I hear that there is a hot tub that will be opening soon. We were lucky enough to stay while there was an aurora borealis in the sky as well as a meteor shower.

Clean, new and well appointed. This place was very convenient for all of our adventures in and…read morearound d town. We booked well in advance and invited extended family along on our adventure. The place has a little kitchenette with a cooktop, dishwasher and fridge and microwave. A nice sitting area with a cozy pullout couch and armchair and tv. There are some board games and a community gas grill outside along with some yard games. It's all super cute. We have 2 clean and simple bathrooms with showers and 2 private bedrooms (one king and the other a queen and a twin). The lighting is great lots of windows and bright and sunny inside.

Great experience! Country home feel, but with modern upgrades make this place a cozy and enjoyable…read moreplace to stay. The staff is great and the porch is amazing! I would absolutely come back again.

This was my first time staying at the Cottage house. I have traveled to 46 states and stayed in…read morehundreds of hotels, and Cottage house was one of the best experiences of them all. I was incredibly impressed with the cleanliness, hospitality, and relaxed atmosphere at the Cottage house. The lobby was decorated with the cutest decor. They had a great variety of coffee and tea to choose from. It was Great coffee, too, from a Keurig. Allison. was incredibly kind and informative. The hotel even let me check in early. Then when I left my personal blanket behind in the room after checkout, they were so kind to mail it to me. I cannot say enough nice things about this hotel. Stay here! You will Absolutely love it.

We stayed for two nights while biking the area. The hotel was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The…read morebreakfast is included and is fine. Parking is adequate. Less than a mile from the Root River Trailhead.

Very accommodating staff, uber clean rooms, perfect location (near the bicycle trail), plenty of…read moreparking, breakfast included, small but nice pool & hot tub, AND reasonably priced! What's not to love? The staff was friendly and listened to our requests. Most of our bike group stayed here for a few nights during the week-I'm glad we chose the Preston Country Trails Inn & Suites!

We made a last-minute decision to come to Lanesborough to check out the town and do some cycling…read more We were able to book the Harmony room. It was a room with two beds, 2 chairs, spacious enough. What we really enjoyed the most was the two relaxing chairs just outside of our door overlooking the landscape. We were also next-door to the commons, which is a great place to pop in to get some ice water, coffee , tea, hot chocolate - 24/7 a day. There was plenty of seating on the grounds, but our favorite was the hammock. It can be a little challenging to get in and out, but it's very restful once you're settled in. Check-in is at 3 PM but they allowed you to park on the premises starting at 1 PM. That's about the time we arrived so we parked and walked the town. This Inn has split levels so there can be lots of stairs depending on the location of your room. It was an enjoyable stay; we walked everywhere and never used our car. We appreciated the $5 gift card per person we receive for food at Paddle On Coffee.

Four couples met here. Two of us got the top level apartments so we had the deck to ourselves and a…read moreplace to gather and cook in the living area. The problem was the weather! It was cool and cloudy. We grilled the first night and 8 of us fit comfortably in the living room of Cedar. Two couples' rooms were small with no closets. Everything was clean and well-maintained. Grounds are beautiful. Hosts Jim and Pam were friendly. They provide coffee and bagels in a lounge area. They recommended a breakfast spot and it was good. There are lots of steps for the five levels. The bike storage room is nice and the guys played bags while the gals shopped. We considered a fire in the pit area. Parking is tight but close. The location is great for easy access to trails and eating places.