We recently purchased the building that housed Cedar Street Suites with furnishings. The previous owners passed to us the peaceful environment their customers loved. It is exciting to share our love of Northeast Iowa through the experiences of travelers and the guests that stay at the suites. Elkader and Northeast Iowa are full of treasures. From preserved history to imagined history; there are historic buildings, farm utilities, and centuries of memorabilia along the bluffs, rolling hills, effigies, wildlife and rivers. We provide a Simply Peaceful place to stay.
Here are some reviews provided by previous customers provided to us by the previous owners:
5 stars,·April 2024,·Stayed a few nights. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Cedar Street Suites. The suite was bigger and nicer than the photos reflect. The location was super convenient and walkable to everything we needed. We also appreciated the easily accessible, free street parking. We would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Elkader.
5 stars,·April 2024,·Stayed a few nights. Very cozy and conveniently located 2 bedroom spot downtown in Elkader right next to everything. Very clean and fully stocked kitchen with all the necessities for cooking and meals. Will be back again!
5 stars,·April 2024,·Stayed a few nights. Nice place, easy to walk over to Schera’s from here. Clean and shower had amazing water pressure!
5 stars,·March 2024,·Stayed a few nights. This was a good place to stay right near the iris pub and bakery. The hosts were very good with check-in.
5 stars,·March 2024,·Stayed with kidsI was nervous booking a place with no reviews and few pictures, but was pleasantly surprised! Overall, the four of us were happy with our stay. The hosts were quick to respond and made check-in a breeze. The location was wonderful too.
We will certainly stay here again next time we’re in Elkader!
5 stars,·April 2023,·Stayed one night. Amazing stay! Space was better than the pictures! Convenient location within walking distance of Elkader’s cute downtown with the fun Deb’s Brewtopia just a stone’s throw away! We were grateful to have such a nice space! Highly recommend!!!
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Cedar St. Suites came to fruition in 2006. This building was originally built in 1869 as a Methodist Church. It was built on the block south of Central Community School (then the Elkader Public School). The building then stood as a white frame church. At that location it also served as a schoolhouse. In 1898, it was moved to its present site, closer to downtown. It is reported that a city ordinance prohibited taverns within so many feet of a church. So by moving the church downtown no further taverns could be opened in that area. Story has it the move took three weeks to go the two blocks with the aid of a team of horses and a “jack”. The building was stuck in the mud for a week a half block away from its destination.
In 1906 the building became the Frieden's Evangelical church, and a brick veneer was installed. Frieden's Evangelical moved to its current location in 1923 and is now Peace Church of Christ. The building was sold in 1928, however it stood in the appearance of a church until the late 1950's. Some of the furnishings were kept by that owner and placed in Witt's Funeral Home, what is now Leonard-Grau Funeral Home. Many people and businesses made their home in the building over the next 40 years, including government offices, family physicians, and apartments. We purchased the property in 2003. Gradually we have restored the building to proper honor. We desire for many people to enjoy the peacefulness and simplicity of the building. With that in mind, we have been gradually converting our apartments into guest suites. Elkader has many buildings, shops, entertainment establishments, churches and restaurants. Thank you for you visit!
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