Title: Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping Apartment in Bloomfield with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping ![Dining - Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping (Bloomfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78661100/78661020/e71df631.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Business centre - Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping (Bloomfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78661100/78661020/668b42b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping (Bloomfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78661100/78661020/cbc6646f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping (Bloomfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78661100/78661020/c8c67fe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping (Bloomfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78661100/78661020/c086c6a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and a playground at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £101 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### 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 - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121220000/121214800/121214792/a644e291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy cabin in remote Appanoose county Iowa a wildlife Mecca Moravia - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=121214792&PinnedHotelID=121214792&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115993300/115993265/f07754f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa Centerville - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=115993265&PinnedHotelID=115993265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109685600/109685501/88a5d6b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy log cabin located in downtown Moravia, Iowa. 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Thank you. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ## About the area Located in Bloomfield, this apartment is in a rural area. Davis County Historical Society Museum and American Gothic House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Market on Main and Quincy Place Mall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bloomfield travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bloomfield.dx80790) [View more Apartments in Bloomfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bloomfield-Apartments.d80790-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.75614%2C-92.41504&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5uPY5rBzkmMHudrWhJFD1JuLKOY=) Bloomfield, IA ### What's nearby - Davis County Historical Society Museum 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Lake Fisher Park 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Lake Wapello State Park 21 min drive \- 15.4 miles - Honey Creek State Park 57 min drive \- 43.6 miles - Lake Rathbun Area 58 min drive \- 44.3 miles ### Getting around - Ottumwa Station 23 min drive - Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) 93 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 5 min walk - Casey's General Store 10 min walk - Pizza Hut 2 min drive - Slicks Bar And Grill 8 min walk - Rancho Centinela Mexican 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping? ### How much is parking at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping? ### What time is check-in at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping? ### What time is check-out at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping? ### Where is Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lillian 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly people and easy to work with. Highly recommended them! ##### Lillian Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley M. 17 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Nice relaxing place to stay. Had everything you need to enhance your stay. ##### Shirley M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal S. 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely gem in Bloomfield! We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and unique carriage house! It was the perfect retreat for our family of four. Cozy, comfortable, and full of thoughtful touches. The fresh flowers, stocked yogurt, and granola made us feel right at home.We truly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable stay! ##### Crystal S. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved the quaint spaces in the Steckel Carriage House! Our family had a great stay here. The hosts were very hospitable, the space was very clean and had a home-like feel. Would love to stay here again! Thank you for the homemade granola 🙂 ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky J. 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Becky J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 9 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely home for a two-night stay. The place was cute and comfortable. The only downside is that the bathroom is downstairs, so when these old people needed it in the middle of the night, it was a sketchy journey down the stairs. If we were younger and healthier it would not have been a problem. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin P. 20 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### 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. ##### Erin P. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betty D. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Betty D. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy 28 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication 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! ##### Peggy Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay, unique carriage house is a fun place. The granola was outstanding! Erica is a great host. Thank you! ##### Scott Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy K. 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was perfect for our weekend stay. Everything was as described in listing. ##### Randy K. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Piper 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Absolutely loved our stay. Very unique place. Will definitely be back again! ##### Piper Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Piper S. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Very much enjoyed our stay . Really loved the homemade granola and all the nice touches. Will definitely be back again. ##### Piper S. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shari W. 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Shari W. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janetta M. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Great place to land for a few days! Highly recommend. ##### Janetta M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay H. 7 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Really enjoyed my stay and the facilities are very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend ##### Jay H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Sally R. 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Very charming! ##### Sally R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles S. 19 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Very nice property and location. I would definitely stay again. ##### Charles S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt B. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay with some history I grew up in the Bloomfield and always walked past the bu ##### Matt B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was very clean and all needs covered. We especially enjoyed the hospitality and visiting with the owners. ##### Connie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meleia W. 11 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The homemade granola was a delicious bonus to the stay! Erica was very helpful with all questions and inquires. ##### Meleia W. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eloise F. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Eloise F. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel R. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Utterly Charming We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight in the historic carriage house. The spacious layout exuded warmth and charm. We would love to return. ##### Angel R. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becki 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication It was very neat and clean. There were other extra touches that added to the stay - flowers and homemade chocolate candy on the table! Host was friendly and helpful. ##### Becki Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ---