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3 out of 5
Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast
20664 Claybanks Dr, Nora Springs, IA

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Barns on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you! We look forward to your next stay. Judy and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Wonderful gracious hosts. Relacing place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Limited amenities but very nice people.
The couple was so kind. If you are looking to unplug (not have wi-fi or a lot of access to things nearby)this is the place for you. They had kittens and a beautiful nature area. I just want to make sure that people who are looking for a different type of experience are not misled. There is no Wi-Fi here. The breakfast was adequate. A good place for solitude and reflection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute and quiet
Wow what an adorable place. We felt so welcomed and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing.... home cooked meals are the best. You're definitely off grid but it was so relaxing being off social media. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful and Relaxing
I felt so happy and at peace here. The hosts were friendly, and the location was beautifully landscaped. There is a river close by where you can sit and watch the rolling water. The room was comfortable and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The wraparound porch was so pleasant on a summer evening. I was greeted in the morning with a wonderful breakfast. There was no Wi-Fi, but that was a blessing. I enjoyed looking at the beautiful books about barns and covered bridges and just enjoying the peaceful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My brother and I were riding in the RAGBRAI bike ride across Iowa and a mid-week overnight town was Mason City. We booked the Cupola Inn B&B after the 100 mile ride day, and it was a great place to stay. The proprietors went over and above to make our stay comfortable and convenient. My wife, had she been with us, would have loved the flower beds, "farm art", cats, and the cupolas. It was enjoyable to walk around the grounds and see everything. We took care of our gear using the onsite washing machine and dryer so we had clean clothes for the rest of RAGBRAI. We did not stay for breakfast, unfortunately, but it seems it is prepared to order and not a set menu. I just can't say enough about what a calming and quiet reprieve the Cupola Inn was mid-week. If I'm ever back in Mason City, I'd love to take my wife and stay at the Cupola Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Barn and wildflowers!
The couple that hosted/owned Cupola was excellent! The breakfast was amazing daily, The place was clean and easy to find! Loved having coffee by the wildflowers!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the uniqueness of this B&B. Judy was vey friend,y,and helpful. The property looked great…unfortunately it was cold and rainy during our stay so we didn’t get to enjoy it. Room was cozy, bed comfy and breakfast was yummy. Would definitely recommend this little gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really neat idea for a Bed & Breakfast. Would love to come back during the summer and check out the buildings and garden and get some more of Judy's wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Genoa City, WI

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dale and Judy were great and the food was awesome!!! Such a nice little getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from JM on 28 Feb 2020
Thank you for choosing the Cupola Inn! It was nice to meet you. Safe travels. Come stay with us when the snow is gone and the flowers are blooming! Judy and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home away from home in Iowa farmland!
Judy and Dale go out of their way to make you feel at home. Judy’s breakfasts are wonderfully made and presented. The rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely quiet respite. Each room is unique and cupolas are everywhere. We breakfasted outside our room overlooking lovely gardens. The couple who own this run it with love. We enjoyed getting to know them. Definitely worth getting off the interstate to stay here and wander around.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Judy was so fun to chat with-breakfast was too short as we all needed to be getting on the road. The property was very well kept-so many beautiful flowers, lots of fun decorating touches in the room. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Barn B&B on 23 Jul 2019
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback. J&D

8/10 Good

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Barn B&B on 23 Jul 2019
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback. J&D

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first experience in a bed and breakfast and we absolutely loved it. Their place is quaint with very private rooms. The atmosphere was very relaxing. The breakfast was good and the hosts were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Barn B&B on 23 Jul 2019
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback. J&D

10/10 Excellent

Miranda, Fairplay, Colorado

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dale and Judy are wonderful hosts! Their bed and breakfast is adorable and away from it all. The homemade breakfast each morning was amazing! We will definitely stay here again. Thank you Dale and Judy for your hospitality! Ryan and Miranda Cook
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Barn B&B on 23 Jul 2019
Thank you for staying with us! We appreciate your feedback. J&D

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cupola Inn B & B is a hidden gem! The property is in the country on the Winnebago River. The owners are beautiful people who will take time to "sit a spell" and visit. Russ the "watchcat" was a great bonus at this place. The homemade breakfast was the best. Look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
SO NICE
A little piece of Heaven
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very unique bed and breakfast. Judy made a fantastic breakfast and brought it to our room. Will definatly stay there again and refer our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the "Chicken Cup"
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved the roosters. Food was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

SHERI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Must Try B&B
Happened upon this B&B while looking for a hotel in the area. This is an actual farm with barns, cupolas, gardens, crops surrounding, Winnebago River, fantastic hosts & great breakfast and nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from D&J on 21 Aug 2018
Thank you for staying with us! We appreciate the feedback. D&J

10/10 Excellent

Roher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from D&J on 21 Aug 2018
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate the feedback. D&J

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod, Lawrence, KS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wish we could have stayed longer
We very much enjoyed our short stay at the Cupola. Judy met us when we arrived, showed us our room, and confirmed our breakfast order. The room was clean and comfortable, and I enjoyed reading through the notebook on the history of the Inn. We enjoyed a walk along the river in the morning before a wonderful breakfast in our room. Unfortunately, we had to get on the road right after we ate. We will definitely come back if the opportunity comes up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Response from J & D on 18 Apr 2018
Thank you for choosing the Cupola Inn! Providing a respite and delicious breakfast for our guests are two of our top priorities. We hope you can return when the flowers are blooming and the Winnebago River is friendly to canoeists. J & D

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend
Great B&B, friendly folks, very quiet, nice atmosphere. Everything worked well and was well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location with excellent hosts. We came to the area to visit friends, and we are so glad we chose the Cupola Inn. Our favorite and most special part of our stay was the bonfire and smores provide by our hosts. Great homemade breakfast too! If we are looking for a place to stay in the area again, we will choose the Cupola Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay here!
Beautiful setting, great hosts and best breakfast in years!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place in the country near small city
Beautiful place and very nice hosts. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful, friendly, unique
Great place to relax. Judy & Dale are excellent hosts! Great breakfast too!

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cupola Inn Bed and Breakfast great place to stay
Absolutely amazing and cute place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secluded special stay
The secluded find was absolutely wonderful. The rooms are amazing, and the breakfast was wonderful, and after a hard days work to come back and take a hot jet tub bath was great!

10/10 Excellent

Addison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best BB any where!!
It was awesome!!! I cant say enough about this place, the breakfast was out standing!! The owners are so nice and they have some many things to see there. I will be going back for sure.
Response from General Manager on 14 Aug 2016
Addison thank you for choosing the Cupola Inn! It was a pleasure to get to know you. Good luck to your son on his baseball career! Judy and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Red lodge, MT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming B&B in a Fairy Tale Farm Setting
We could not believe what a charming, relaxing, beautiful place this was. Dale and Judy were perfect hosts who shared their knowledge of farm life, barn collections & antiques. Judy is a fantastic cook who serves food with flare on different dishes every day. Each room was decorated differently. We stayed in the Roost. We didn't want to leave. Photo books in the room tell stories of 15 years of B&B hosting and Dale and Judy are willing to share their own personal stories as well. And of course, cupolas everywhere! What a treat!!! It is about 8 miles from Mason City. Very, very clean. Big soft towels. Access to washer and dryer. Could not have asked for a better, more relaxing stay. Hope to stay again some day.
Response from Judy and Dale on 7 Jun 2016
Thank you for staying at the Cupola Inn. We hope the rest of your trip was filled with new discoveries.

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ett fynd!
Helt fantastiskt B & B på landet i Iowa. Lugnt, vackert och helt underbart värdpar! Ingen wi-fi men det gjorde ingenting, vi njöt av att sitta på verandan och lyssna på syrsorna. Otroligt kelsjuka katter hade dom också. Vi fick en ljuvlig frukost och satt länge och bara njöt av friden! Om vi någonsin kommer tillbaka till Iowa kommer vi självklart att boka detta igen men stanna flera dagar!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017