Places to stay near Backbone State Park

Cozy Cabin by the Pond

Quiet, private country location to relax and unwind. 9 miles west of Dubuque, close to Wineries, Heritage Trail, Sundown Mountain Resort. Cozy cabin and quarter acre pond. Sun yourself on the patio, or nap in the shade of the covered porch. We're sure you will love this space as much as we do. Not suitable for children under 12, we strictly enforce no children and no pets. Outdoor relaxing space, gas grill. Fully stocked cabin, with breakfast items included for you to enjoy at your leisure.

Vintage View Suite

NEW UPDATES DONE, TAKE A LOOK! Vintage View Suite is a small Airbnb located in the upper level of this Victorian Home close to downtown Dyersville, IA. Home of the Field of Dreams! Please take a close look, it has been redecorated recently! Great for 2 Guests and a wonderful stay! Thank you for taking a look! Queen bed, kitchenette, fireplace, private bathroom, upper deck patio in the summer months, close to downtown restaurants, shopping, park, walking trails and beautiful Basilica!

Main Street Suite

Enjoy a stylish stay at this centrally located, solar powered airbnb. All the amenities of home in a rustic setting. Real barn wood wall and tin ceiling. Electric fireplace, 65" smart tv, washer/dryer, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator,AC and more. Sleep on the comfortable Nectar queen mattress. Couch is a sleeper sofa with full size bed for extra sleeping space. Bars, restaurant, grocery store and gas stations nearby. Minutes away from Dubuque, Field of Dreams and Sundown mountain ski resort.

The Bridge View Studio

Perfect getaway and a perfect location to get to know Elkader with it’s coffee shops, antique mall, shops, opera house and beautiful Turkey River. Property was homesteaded in 1841 and sits directly across from the courthouse and looks over the famous Keystone Bridge and downtown. Come stay awhile. ***NOTE: Because we are located across from the court house the clock tower bells can be heard from our location. Main part of the house is our residence, Airb&b has separate entrance on the side.

The Kimball House

Beautiful Victorian home in the heart of Fayette only one block from downtown & Upper Iowa University. Features an updated kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances and family room w/gas fireplace. Formal living room & dining room have original hardwood floors; upstairs has engineered hardwoods. Updated bathroom has double vanity and shower. Downstairs 1/2 bath and laundry room has sink and shower. This charming home has everything you need to make your visit to NE Iowa fantastic!

Cozy Apartment Steps from the Mighty Mississippi

Disconnect from the daily grind and enjoy a getaway in this welcoming one bedroom apartment, steps away from the Mighty Mississippi. Located in Clayton, Iowa, Located within walking distance of two delicious restaurants and a boat launch., and only 1/2 hour from the Casino Queen, local wineries, Pikes Peak State Park, as well as the historic communities of Elkader, IA and Prairie Du Chien, WI. Need more space? I also offer a two bedroom apartment: www. airbnb. com/rooms/43979345

Unplug and get back to nature

The log cabin was built as a place to unwind, relax, and truly unplug. Nestled among 15 acres of rolling hills, the cabin can serve as a place to hunker down and read three novels, or a home base for hiking, cycling and putting the nature back in your life. Be advised, there is NO television and that’s for good reason. Cook, drink, eat, play, relax and refresh yourself. Wake up to the songs of birds and listen to the owls at night while you’re warming yourself around a bonfire.

Cabin in the Woods

Rustic cabin surrounded by small timber tract. Very cozy cabin with relaxing space, sleeps 6 guests; 4 beds, 1 Queen & 3 full beds. Quiet and private. You have the entire cabin to yourself. Enjoy the fire pit and feel to walk around the grounds. Close to The Field of Dreams, Mississippi and Maquoketa Rivers. Also, close to Jones and Delaware county fair grounds. You’ll also find that Farley Speedway and Tristate Raceway are minutes away. Nature awaits!!

The Railway Lodge 134 Beulah Lane Mcgregor IA

Welcome to our neck of the woods. Right across the road from Spook Cave sits a nice peaceful cabin with spacious outdoor area. Enjoy a nice fire or simply relax underneath the covered porch with a pond view. We are located near a train track so don’t be alarmed if one goes by. It actually is pretty neat to see in the dark as your sitting by the fire. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we love it. Feel free to ask any questions. Nathan, Genna Welch

Home by the River

Situated alongside the Mississippi River, wildlife abounds in every season. With eagles nesting nearby, there is always something new to see from the beautiful sunrises, cruise ships passing by, and watching the commerce of the barges and railroad right out the front window! This home has been recently refurbished and sits at the edge of our 15 acres. You can see us and visit with us if you like, or you can maintain privacy 10 acres away!

Clayton Riverway House~ River front home

Sit back and relax in a home that is directly on the Mississippi River in Clayton, Iowa! Enjoy watching the trains, barges and river traffic, fishing off of the private or public dock, or spending time with your friends and family in this quaint river town. Northeast Iowa has many activities to enjoy, such as boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, antiquing. Riverway House is the perfect place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Clayton County.

Taste of History- 2 bedroom lower level apartment

Set in a small midwest town, this home, built in 1888 has maintained it's charm and will provide the perfect space for you and your family to stay while in the area. It's truly a gift to be able to share my home with others and we look forward to accommodating travelers from all stages of life. For a while, “hot water” was listed as something that was “unavailable”; this is not the case. The house is fully equipped with hot water