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Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bloomfield, IA
  • Davis County Historical Society Museum
    10 min walk
  • Lake Fisher Park
    4 min drive
  • McGowen Recreation and Wildlife Area
    4 min drive
  • Ottumwa, IA (OTM-Ottumwa Industrial)
    34 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

No extra cleaning fees! :)
Relax in the charming Steckel carriage house, complete with fresh flower bouquet. It contains a second floor studio apartment with a king ,full, and twin size bed. Settle down with the Victrola record player and a fun selection of vintage records.

There is a small, fully functional Kitchen. The fridge is stocked with water bottles, yogurt and my homemade granola.

There is Smart TV plus an office area with monitors, a printer, 2 office chairs, and Wi-Fi.

There is a children’s play area with books and toys. A pack-n-play crib is available. We also have a large playground close by for our own children that is available for you upon request.

The bathroom and dressing/makeup room is on the first floor.
No PETS.
There is central heating and air.

Linens are washed and dried with All - free and clear laundry soap and dryer sheets to protect those with sensitive skin.

Please be advised that this building is over 100 years old. Light switches are in creative places. :) It is not wheelchair accessible. Please do not book if you have trouble going up steps.

The nature-themed apartment complements the landscaping and numerous songbirds it is surrounded by in the summertime. Outside is an outdoor sitting area, with a locally made bistro table and two chairs.

W.J. and Belle Steckel built the carriage house, in addition to their house, in 1910. It included living quarters for the groundskeeper/chauffeur. The apartment has been kept up-to-date by later owners.

Bloomfield is a unique small town, surrounded by farms. There are old-fashioned stores, a coffee/flower shop, stately Carnegie library, and hiking/fishing/hunting opportunities in the area.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Davis County Historical Society Museum. Free breakfast is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, patio, and Smart TV
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 10 minutes by foot from Davis County Historical Society Museum and a 4-minute drive from Lake Fisher Park
Free breakfast is available. This apartment also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Bloomfield apartment is smoke free.

Guests are served free breakfast.

Property manager

Erica Good

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing stay
We used this property for an overnight stay for a nearby wedding. Erica was very responsive to messages. The carriage house was very cool with a lot of little touches that made it feel like home. The vinyl collection and record player was a very nice way to wind down the evening and have a great nights sleep! I highly recommend this listing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, Cozy, and Historic
The historic Steckel carriage house was one of the most delightful places we have ever stayed during our many travels. It was exactly as advertised and then some. Our hosts were so thoughtful and we really enjoyed the coffee station and delicious homemade granola! The beds were super comfy and the office area setup was perfect for getting a little work done while on vacation. We HIGHLY recommend the Steckel carriage house when you are in the Bloomfield area!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Nice relaxing place to stay. Had everything you need to enhance your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piper S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Very much enjoyed our stay . Really loved the homemade granola and all the nice touches. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Out of town wedding weekend
This place is cuter in person! I love history and this cottage and the town of Bloomfield is full of it! We were able to walk a couple blocks into town where we saw the historic courthouse, cute shops and there was even a little farmers market going on. The fridge was full of water, yogurt and homemade granola. If we are back in the area we will definitely be looking to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay with some history
I grew up in the Bloomfield and always walked past the bu
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely adorable. Nice personal touches...fresh bouquet of flowersand a card upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty D.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d definitely recommend!
We were impressed with the cleanliness and cute and cozy little apartment. Our only advise-make sure you know where the lights in the bathroom and entryway are before dark! 😂 We couldn’t find them until the next morning! But I’ve already recommended it to family members!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming historic property
Reminded me of the main sitting room of the Hill House in Helensburgh, Scotland looking out at the gardens. It felt very welcoming, and the host left a lovely bouquet of fresh flowers. The property was very clean, well maintained and comfortable. The yogurt and granola provided was a welcome touch. I even enjoyed playing the LPs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend
Very unique venue. Enjoyed all the quirks of the carriage house. Our recommendation would be to lower the height of the TV. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We enjoyed our time here! There were special touches that made it even better, including the homemade granola and the record player!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Nice place close to town
Pretty picky but the floors needed to be swept/mopped. Coffee provided but no creamer. Just make sure you’re ok with steep stairs, you have to go down 3 short flights to use the restroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well kept interior, with excellent climate control. Friendly and kind host makes tasty granola and respects your privacy. Safe neighborhood. Minor issues: I received what seemed to be a wild parsnip burn when sitting outside one day in the carriage house's courtyard after the lawn had been mowed---likely there's some of those plants out there which had had their stems sliced in the process. Kitchen garbage disposal needed either sharpening or some other service; unlike all else in the property, TLC was required for it to work reliably. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in this charming carriage house was very wonderful.
We enjoyed our stay! Charming and quaint. Very clean! The granola for breakfast was amazing. Fresh cut flowers and a personal note was a nice welcome when we arrived. Highly recommend however if stairs are difficult this wouldn’t be a good place for you. Which is very unfortunate because it is very charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter N., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Unconventional accomodation
Much more intersting than renting a hotel room. Must be good with stairs. Roomy space if you are traveling with one or two small children.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway Place
This little place was perfect for our 2 night stay! Erica was an incredible hostess and replied quickly to any questions. My little girls loved playing on the play set!👏
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit
We had a great time in Bloomfield and enjoyed the carriage house. The pictures are very accurate of what the property offers. I was surprised by all the technology, yet you don’t have a television. The reason for grading you down on cleanliness was due to a lot of dead flies on the windowsills and the dust/cobwebs throughout the house. If I were you, I would invest in a vacuum with a hose and use it to suck up all the unwanted bugs and dust! Overall, a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Very nice property and location. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Utterly Charming
We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight in the historic carriage house. The spacious layout exuded warmth and charm. We would love to return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
The host, Erica was responsive and everything was as described. The kids loved the toys, puzzle, and outdoor playground. The water, yogurt, granola, and chocolate was appreciated and enjoyed. Their were dead bugs laying around but otherwise everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meleia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The homemade granola was a delicious bonus to the stay!
Erica was very helpful with all questions and inquires.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eloise F.

Liked: Cleanliness
visiting family
We were very pleased with the facility and it had everything we needed for our over night stay. The furniture and bed were very comfortable as it gave us time to relax before the family festivities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023