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Master Suite at Elkader JailHouse Inn

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Elkader, IA
  • Place, Carter House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Keystone Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Field of Dreams
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Elkader

This vacation home places you 17.7 mi (28.4 km) from Mississippi River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Carter House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Keystone Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pikes Peak State Park - 21 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Wyalusing State Park - 40 min drive - 40.6 miles
  • Field of Dreams - 56 min drive - 58.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnson's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪TD’s Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gear Elkader - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fennellys' Irish Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪St Olaf Tavern - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Master Suite at Elkader JailHouse Inn

Turn yourself in to one of our most popular suites! The Master Suite is the only suite on the main floor and features a brand-new queen bed for two guests. After a long day of travel or sightseeing, unwind in the air-massage tub or refresh in the luxurious steam shower, let all your aches and stress melt away. With high ceilings, spacious rooms, and a huge master closet, you might even forget you’re “in the clink”! An air mattress is available for up to two additional guests.

Guests: 2
Beds: 1 Queen
Bathroom: Luxurious soaker tub and steam shower
Location: First Floor (no stairs)

• Historic Jailhouse Experience
Enjoy your “sentence” at the historic Elkader Jailhouse Inn. Built 150 years ago to house Clayton County’s most dangerous criminals, this recently renovated 5,000+ sq. ft. limestone mansion sits on a 3-acre bluff overlooking the rolling hills of Elkader, Iowa.

Choose from one of four suites, each overflowing with character, luxurious beds, and spa-like bathrooms. Guests enjoy access to the gourmet kitchen, scenic patio, and the property’s most iconic feature: the original cell block. Authentic jail cells, historical artifacts, and memorabilia make this a stay you won’t soon forget. Don’t forget to take your mugshot!

• Historic Jailhouse Experience:
Explore the original cell block, complete with authentic cells, historic evidence, and memorabilia.

• Play shuffleboard, watch your favorite shows on the large flat-screen TV, or just soak in the unique atmosphere. Don’t forget to take your mugshot!

• Amenities & Access:
Enjoy a private suite with access to the shared kitchen, living room, and historic Cell Block. Board games, shuffleboard, and TV in the Cell Block

• On-site support:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM for questions, 24/7 for emergencies

• Location:
Overlooking the charming town of Elkader, Iowa, the Jailhouse is just blocks from Main Street restaurants, boutiques, and the Turkey River. Explore nearby attractions including Pike’s Peak, Backbone State Park, Effigy Mounds, Yellow River State Forest, trout fishing, Opera House concerts, local golf courses, and scenic river floats. The historic charm and natural beauty will make you a repeat visitor!

• House Rules:
- No loud noise after 10 PM
- No smoking
- No parties or events
- Pets allowed (Pet fee) confirm with owner
- Only registered guests

• Perfect for Groups:
Traveling with family or friends? Rent the entire Jailhouse for up to 20 guests ideal for weddings, reunions, or weekend getaways.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No loud noise after 10 P.M. No smoking No parties or events No pets/Pets allowed No unregistered guests

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

347402

Frequently asked questions

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

How much does it cost to stay at Master Suite at Elkader JailHouse Inn?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Master Suite at Elkader JailHouse Inn on Oct 20, 2026 start from $174, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.