The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country
Take the road less traveled and wind down a peaceful mile long gravel driveway to find our fun and relaxing industrial "Shouse!" The "Shouse" is built next to our main home on 36 acres of quiet country rolling hills near Ossian, Iowa. We are about 20 minutes from Decorah, Iowa. My husband grew up in the main home and it has a lot of family history as his grandfather helped drive the horses and wagons that carried the wood to build it. We built the "Shouse" originally to house our family screen printing business and then to house a small shrimp farming set up. After we got out of both of those the shed sat empty. A couple years ago my husband, Kevin, and I bought a small cabin in Eastman, WI that we rented on VRBO and it was then that we decided the shed should not sit empty but should be loved by others. That is how the "Shouse" came to be. It features a small kitchen and an industrial bathroom that has a shower with corrugated paneled walls, wood tiles, and a relaxing rain shower head! There are two bedrooms. The first is a smaller bedroom with twin/full bunk beds and a desk to provide space to work if need be. The main bedroom has a queen bed and features lots of natural light from the patio doors. The most amazing part of this space is the large open room that provides lots of space to unwind and relax with your loved ones! The living space features a large retro modern couch we like to call "Sherbet." The whole family can snuggle up and watch the 65" TV that is on a rotating wall. When you are ready to go lay down, all you have to do is unhook the wall and spin it so that the TV can be seen in the bedroom. The living space also features a small bar height table and stools and there is a queen sized bed if you have extra guests staying. Outside the kids can have a good time playing on the wooden swing set and with the outdoor farm cats and two dogs. If you are willing to take the road less traveled you will find a fun, rustic, industrial piece of paradise tucked away in the rolling hills of the driftless area!
Denna semesterbostad ligger på landet i Ossian. Fort Atkinson State Park och Decorah Bald Eagles är exempel på områdets vackra natur, och bland de lokala turistattraktioner hittar du Decorah Fish Hatchery och Amundsons Clothing. Upplev vattenäventyr som kajakpaddling och fiske i närheten, eller prova på andra friluftsaktiviteter som jakt och cykling. Gå till vår reseguide för Ossian
Är The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country husdjursvänligt?
Ja, detta boende tillåter katter och hundar (högst 1 per rum) med en vikt på upp till 23 kg per djur.
Hur mycket kostar det att parkera vid The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country?
Parkering är tillgänglig på boendet.
Vilka är incheckningstiderna för The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country?
Incheckning börjar 16.00.
Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country?
Utcheckning sker senast klockan 11.00.
Var ligger The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country?
Semesterbostad på landet ligger 8,5 km från Prairie Farmer Recreational Trail och mindre än två mil från Fort Atkinson State Park och Goeken County Park. Bily Clocks Museum och St Wenceslaus Catholic Church ligger också mindre än två mil härifrån.
Recensioner
Recensioner för The "Shouse"- Take the road less traveled- for fun & relaxation in the country
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10
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Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Lizzy S.
27 juli 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Absolutely loved our time at the Shouse! Was a perfect getaway for our group tucked back in the country
Bodde här 6 nätter i juli 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Ben S.
30 juni 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Location was very private, quiet, and peaceful. Amenities are simple and functional, property would be best suited for a couple, a family with up to 3-4 kids, or 4 adults. Good communication with the host!
Bodde här 2 nätter i juni 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Deb Q.
12 juli 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
This is an amazing property. So quiet and peaceful. We used the fire pit at night to really relax. We went to decorah. Waterfalls ate at multiple restaurants that were all fabulous. The downtown decorah is acute quaint community. Everything was very clean and fresh.We would highly recommend this place to stay.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juli 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Dennis c.
8 maj 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
The property was perfect for my trip. I found a lot of good hiking around the area, and good foods. Keven and Heidi have thought of everything. I have every intention of returning in the future
Bodde här 5 nätter i maj 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Ana S.
18 mars 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We highly recommend this property. The hosts are incredibly polite and welcoming! 5 stars all around
Bodde här 3 nätter i mars 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Evan T.
16 aug. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Location
The property was perfect for our weekend getaway and was perfect location for our day trips to Decorah or to see family nearby.
Bodde här 2 nätter i augusti 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Tye C.
13 maj 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Shouse is the best!
Stayed here many times. Will stay again and again.
Bodde här 3 nätter i april 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Julienne K.
10 mars 2026
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
This house perfectly met our needs. It was great for our dog. We could take him for walks in the mornings. Kitchen had everything we needed. We only ate breakfast there. Hosts were very welcoming.
Bodde här 3 nätter i mars 2026
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Pamela D.
19 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Very relaxing stay in the country We were still close to fun in decorah area.
Perfect location for us and our corgi.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juli 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Joe C.
6 sep. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Clean rooms. Convenient location.
Bodde här 2 nätter i augusti 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Stacy I.
12 juli 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
A quiet stay in a calm setting.
A beautiful countryside location. A calm and quiet Shouse. We enjoyed the stay and also got to enjoy Decorah during the day.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juli 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Lisa S.
22 maj 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Ossian
Overall worked out nicely for a weekend stay during Luther graduation. It's very quiet and relaxing place.
Bodde här 3 nätter i maj 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Tye C.
21 okt. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
I'll stay again and again
great rental, perfect for a stay in NE Iowa
Bodde här 3 nätter i oktober 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
matt R.
11 dec. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Everything was great and as expected! The owners are wonderful to work with, as I had a few different requests. Very accommodating.
Bodde här 4 nätter i december 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Nicholette
26 sep. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, bekvämligheter, boendets skick och faciliteter och kommunikation
Wonderful place to stay! Very comfortable and plenty of room. Great location to feel the like you are in the country but a short drive to the surrounding towns. Owners were delightful and provided easy to follow directions. Would definitely stay again!
Bodde här 2 nätter i september 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Marcus V.
1 sep. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Clean and Roomy
Great area for us to wind down after busy days. Great room for the kids to sleep in and enough space for everyone else. Hosts were very helpful and the place was very clean, not to mention the beautiful countryside views.
Bodde här 2 nätter i augusti 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Tye C.
1 maj 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Love the location.
I've stayed at this property multiple times. Always excellent.
Bodde här 3 nätter i april 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Georgia J.
17 aug. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great getaway!
Our 2nd timing staying and we had just as much fun as the first time. Nice and quiet, close to Decorah and Calmar for hiking & breweries! Looking forward to coming back again.
Bodde här 3 nätter i augusti 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Bradley M.
16 nov. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Amazing Hosts
We were in town for a week hunting, and had the best time. The accommodations were far exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend the shouse.
Bodde här 7 nätter i oktober 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Tye&Sarah C.
6 juni 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Clean, economical and location
I've stayed at the "Shouse" before and I'll stay again. Perfect location for NE Iowa Decorah area fishing and hiking trails. Hosts will help you with anything you need. Had a great stay again!
Bodde här 4 nätter i maj 2023
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
Vicky M.
15 sep. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Mabel steam engine weekend
Was the perfect place to go after a long day motorcycle riding. Then a day at the Mabel Steam Engine show. Quiet place to retreat too.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
William W.
26 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great Stay
The hosts were excellent, as were the accommodations. We were a relatively close drive to anywhere we wanted to go. We will be returning.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juli 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Ronald R.
29 juni 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Super friendly host. Lots of room.
The hosts were extra friendly, very accommodating. Lots of room in the Shouse. No complaints.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juni 2025
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
Julie C.
29 okt. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Peace at The Shouse
Truly a "getaway" in a peaceful setting. Host is nearby, if needed, in a beautiful historic farmhouse, but our stay felt quite "private" nonetheless. Very spacious lodgings in The Shouse would easily accommodate larger family groups. TV viewing space and game-playing space for all.
Bodde här 3 nätter i oktober 2024
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
Rebecca P.
9 okt. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Weekend away
We had a nice stay - plenty of room for the family. Owners were really helpful and responsive. Close to Decorah which was our main place to visit. Kitchen well stocked with the things we needed for meals and cooking. Plenty of towels and wash cloths.