The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

Property class: 3
B&B in the heart of Mason City

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The Decker House Bed & Breakfast is a great choice for a stay in Mason City. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledging, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and full breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Picnic area
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cable TV service
  • Free self-parking
The current price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

View all photos for The Lily of the Valley Room (2nd floor)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a white curtain, and framed pictures on the wall.

The Lily of the Valley Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Iris Room (2nd floor)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

The Iris Room (2nd floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Rose Room (2nd floor)

A pink-themed bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

The Rose Room (2nd floor)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Gardenia Room (1st floor)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

The Gardenia Room (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Magnolia Suite (3rd floor)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a small table with a plant.

The Magnolia Suite (3rd floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
119 2nd Street South East, Mason City, IA, 50401

What's nearby

  • Music Man Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mason City Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Charles H. MacNider Art Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Meredith Wilson Footbridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

  • The Decker House Bed & Breakfast is a great choice for a stay in Mason City. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledging, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and full breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Guests are required to download the property's The Decker house mobile app before check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Golfing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Sledging nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Built in 1896
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace at reception

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Decker House Bed & Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Decker House Bed & Breakfast does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities such as cross-country skiing, sledging and snowshoeing, and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around The Decker House Bed & Breakfast like?

The Decker House Bed & Breakfast is in the heart of Mason City, a short 6-minute walk from The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank and 4 minutes' walk from Meredith Wilson Footbridge.

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Reviews

The Decker House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were creative, delicious, and handmade by the owner, with many guests praising the excellent taste and presentation. (29 reviews)
  • Breakfast was superb and made from scratch, with delicious food and exceptional presentation. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great relaxing stay
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10/10 Exceptional

The host was a lovely and helpful lady and there's a couple gorgeous cats on the property that are such a delight to interact with. The breakfast was handmade by Cynthia and it was so delicious. Overall an excellent place to stay and I'm so happy I chose Decker House.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was comfortable and clean, The breakfasts were creative and delicious. The owner was warm and welcoming.
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10/10 Exceptional

We were in the building with one other guest! It was quiet and very comfortable! The breakfast meal was superb! The young woman that prepared the food was an artist! I have never had an omelet so light and tasteful! The Rose Room had a private balcony, that allowed us to sit outside and enjoy the weather! I definitely will stay there again!
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house and our room were beautiful. Everything was wonderful!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location. Decorum was great. Breakfast was excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cynthia is a gracious, attentive hostess. Delicious breakfasts.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Sxcellent Bed and Breakfast with a wonderful host
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely home, great visit with proprietor and wonderful breakfast!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique old stately house in great condition. Wonderful hostess/manager, great cook had a marvelous breakfast.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cynthia was a wonderful hostess and an excellent cook. The rose room with the balcony was very comfortable. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

It's a beautiful historic Victorian mansion from the late 1800s that's luxurious and elegant. Cynthia's a marvelous, personable host and great cook. Staying at the Decker House is a pleasure.
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in the Magnolia room. It is incredibly spacious and beautifully decorated. The king-sized bed was very comfortable, and breakfast was delicious.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Recommend

Wonderful bed n breakfast. Owner was very nice and food was delicious. A little cluttered but overall I would recommend
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

I will be back! Lovely city, beautiful BnB, amazing breakfasts , and Cynthia was warm, friendly, and created a welcoming place to stay. Love the cats too! 💕
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10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay celebrating our 15th anniversary in Mason City. Well designed old home with winding staircase. Breakfast was delicious and could accommodate vegetarian diet. Very comfortable bed. And the home is in great location- enjoyed visiting music man square and museum very nearby. I tried booking directly with the owner but had trouble connecting so ended up booking through this third party vendor, which ended up working fine.
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8/10 Very good

This was a pretty older home. Nice room and great hostess!
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10/10 Exceptional

Cynthia is a fantastic cook and host. Her home is beautifully decorated and very clean and comfortable. It was super walkable as well. I would recommend to anyone visiting Mason City.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cynthia, the hostess, was most gracious and accommodating. The location was ideal for walking around the downtown area and for proximity to the Music Man Museum. Mason City is filled with little gems.
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10/10 Exceptional

I'm so glad we chose to stay at the Decker House. Cynthia is just fantastic and the house itself is incredible and very comfortable. It's also really close to museums and places to eat, we walked around all day and didn't even think about getting in the car. Cynthia's breakfast was also really good, I've never had such wonderfully cooked potatoes. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice get-away in Mason City, Iowa.

A very lovely Bed and Breakfast. We stayed in The Lily of The Valley room. It was a good room at the top of the stairs, perfect for a couple. The queen bed was very comfortable and provided a good night sleep. The bathroom was clean with a walk-in shower. House cats were very friendly and welcoming. Waking up to the smell of breakfast being prepared was divine and it tasted as good as the aroma. The residence is within walking distance of the lovely downtown and just around the corner from the Meredith Wilson (The Music Man) boyhood home. Would definitely book it again.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The house has an amazing history; is filled with period antiques including circa 1860’s pump organs, and a Geo Prince melodeon. It’s a true treasure in a historical area of Iowa. Close to Meredith Wilson museum and a walking distance from Frank Lloyd Wright’s only hotel (a must see!) Breakfast was superb and make from scratch. This is NOT a hotel and that is truly part of its charm. The owner is extremely gracious, charming and makes you feel at ease almost immediately. Ample parking, several dining options from $ to $$$.
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10/10 Exceptional

Classy Stay

We had a lovely stay at the Decker House B & B. Cynthia prepared a gourmet breakfast in time for us to make our early morning tour of Mason City sites. Perfectly located a block from our starting point at the library, near the Meredith Wilson childhood home and museum and a few blocks from the Frank Lloyd house and museum. Beautiful interior living room and dining areas. We stayed in the master suite Magnolia room on the top floor. Well appointed room with nice jacuzzi tub and sizable private bathroom. Fridge in the room, comfortable King sized bed. Tastefully decorated all throughout the house. We will return when we come back to explore the bike trails and Clear Lake area near by.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Poor communication, dog poop on outside sofa, no material on history of house, living area packed with many dining room tables and chairs, floor dirty and a messy appearance, cook was great. Also fix the door handles so they work. Place has potential but long ways to go.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay. Old time charm, owner is very friendly and helpful.