Farm House B&B

Words can't describe how wonderful my stay at the Farmhouse was! I stayed for three nights, in the Lincoln Room for two, and then in the Room with a View for one night. Both rooms were super comfy, excellent beds, soft sheets, big fluffy towels, and plenty of room. The little added touches of cookies and fruit upon arrival, bowls of candy in every room, unlimited soda, water and popcorn - - really feels like home. Dianna and Loren were so friendly and welcoming, I feel like I've made friends for life! :) HJ, the farmhouse mascot, kept me company on walks around the farm. I explored every inch of the place, collecting eggs, making friend with the cows, and hanging out with the newborn baby llama. Breakfast was delicious, even on the days when there were 20+ mouths to feed! I was allowed to help out in the kitchen which was actually really fun! I can't wait to go back to the farm! Oh, and the wine is yummy! ;)

We stayed at the Farm House B&B the night of our wedding at the Little Brown Church. Dianna and Loren were gracious in giving us truffles as a wedding gift since we don't drink alcohol. The accommodations were astonishing and the breakfast superb. The grounds and the school house were a treasure to behold. We look forward to returning again.

We visited the Farm Bed and Breakfast with our young children. The kids loved being outdoors and helping with the farm chores such as feeding the calves and collecting eggs. They enjoyed the kittens, farm dogs, and bunnies. They especially loved the tree swing. Loren and Dianna, the owners, were very welcoming and hospitable despite the busy weekend. When we first arrived, Dianna saw that one of my kids had taken their shoes off in the car and promptly began to help put it back on and helped our child out of the car. Very family-friendly bed and breakfast. And the wine is just wonderful.

Very nice time. The owners are fantastic hosts. The wine was great! We had a room with a hot tub out on a balcony and it was very beautiful to sit in it under the stars. Breakfast far exceeded my expectations. Very much a country meal....so tasty! The only "complaint" I have is that the signage needs to be a little more clear. We literally drove right past it coming into town and I even noticed the sign!

We landed at the Farm House B&B for a single night, without much advanced planning. This really is a farm house, on an eclectic working farm that also houses a winery. We arrived late in the day, but with plenty of time to taste, then enjoy some of the estate wine on the deck overlooking the stream. On the deck, we were greeted by a peacock and her youngsters. Behind the barn, the llama, cows, cats and more wander the pasture. It was a wonderful surprise that it didn't smell like a farm (really!!)! The very friendly but well behaved resident dog, H.J., won an award for saving his owner's life during a heart attack a few years ago. Perhaps the most unexpected pleasure was that the local trail (pedestrian and bike) runs through the property. This trail circumnavigates the small community of Fredericksburg, and is one of the most enjoyable trails I have ever been on. Most of the trail is on or near the stream. It runs around the farm and vineyard and through fields of corn and stands of pine. Much of the trail is black-topped, the rest being limestone gravel. It is one of the most enjoyable, picturesque trails I have been on. Accomodations were nice as well - all original woodwork in a house over a hundred years old! The bed was incredibly comfortable and rooms were clean, and very reasonably priced. Breakfast was over the top! Eggs, ham, potatos, french toast, fresh fruit, juice - far more than any of us could eat! If I had this to do all over again, I would make this B and B my weekend destination. Though the town of Fredericksburg is a tiny rural town, the area is beautiful and this is a great place to make your home base for exploring and relaxing away from it all!

Everything at the Farmhouse B&B exceed my expectations, I was pleasantly surprised!! Loren and Diana were wonderful Hosts and created a wonderful atmosphere. The room i stayed in was beautiful! I will be staying here again and plan on passing the word on about how great everything was!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the bed and breakfast. Room was outstanding, of course we were in the safari room decorated wonderfully. Has a fridge stocked with pop and water. Tray with cookies and fruit. It was awesome. The breakfast was by far the best, family style serving and you won't go away hungry. It was a good old country breakfast. The owners were great and we had a very good visit. We are also engelbrecht's but not related. I would highly recommend this and hope we can go again. We loved the wine and bought several bottles to take home and share with friends and family.

This place is wonderful, have not stayed at many B&B's due to our travel schedule (up and moving before 7:30 am). Diane and Loren are wonderful people and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. Winery is great, didn't matter what time we got there if they were available they opened it. Breakfast was fantanstic, enough food to last till dinner. We would go out of our way to stay here again. We have already recommended this B&B to some of our friends.

Although the owners had a health emergency, the auxiliary staff took great care of us. The home is lovely and very comfortable, the food was delicious and exceptional, and the family dog was a great welcoming party.

Not only were Dianna and Loren great host and hostess; we had an elderly family member with us and they assisted beyond what would be expected. The food, wine, stay was all sensational. I would recommend this to anyone anytime.

The hosts went out of their way to see that my grandson and I had a real farm experience in every way. They were so gracious and answered all of our many questions.

The room and bed were very comfortable, and we enjoyed the opportunity to stroll around the farm and the adjacent area. Hosts were most congenial. The winery was an added benefit. We are glad we chose this B&B.

My husband and I had a blast. We differently would go back and encourage other to go. We might make it a yearly event.

My husband and I rented out the Safari room for our wedding night, as we had our wedding at the winery. It was amazing! All of the girls got ready up there and the service was fantastic! I would HIGHLY RECCOMEND this bed and breakfast to anyone!

I wanted my 11 year old daughter to have a taste of the fun I had visiting my grandparents' farms as a child. She and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, the room, chores and the local buffalo farm too. The Englebrecht's are wonderful hosts and HJ the dog is a girl's dream. We will always remember our stay fondly. thanks!

We stayed at the Farm House B&B in July 2011 and enjoyed every minute! We biked, visited the historic school house, bottle fed the calf and gathered eggs. The breakfast was outstanding! Nice job, Mary! The house was full, yet we felt we had our own privacy and time. We left with several bottles of wine and will definitely go back.

We first visited Engelbrechts while doing the Wine Trail and had such a great time at their Winery. Loren and Dianna along with their staff went above and beyond to make us all feel welcome. We just spent a night at their B&B with some friends and again experienced that "homelike" atmosphere along with a GREAT breakfast! This is the place to go if you have someone who has a hard time relaxing. We took a walk on the paved trails, and relaxed on the screened in porch with a bottle of wine (okay, maybe it was bottles of wine). Loren and Dianna made us feel like part of the family. We'll be back!!

It was our first time staying at a B&B and it has definitely set the bar high for future B&B's that we may stay in.

My boyfriend and I love it! We needed a nice quiet place with great wine, great surroundings, and great souls. Dianna and Loren are such wonderful people, you feel right at home! It was my first B&B and I loved it! The whole place is wonderful and peaceful. If you're looking for a great place to stay then come here!

We found our stay at the Farmhouses Bed and Breakfast near Fredericksburg, Iowa exceeded our expectations. We attended a jazz concert in Osage Iowa, and just needed a place to stay overnight. Our host and hostess were very flexible about our late night return. The room was beautiful and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful...the best we have experienced at a B&B. The winery was very interesting and our host and hostess were very knowledgeable. It would be an excellent B&B to bring children to show them a working farm! Mary and Bob

We really enjoyed our one night stay! Food was so much more than we expected and the discussion was great. Warm, friendly place to stay. We appreciated the extended hour at the winery tasting wine and just the chatter that went with it. Thank you for a great but short stay!

This was my first experience staying at a B&B. I was EXTREMELY pleased with the hosts, house, room, amenities, etc. We stayed in the Room with a View. Being out in the hot tub at 11pm was fabulous! I would highly recommend the Farm House B&B!! I hope I get to go back again! Thank you, Diane & Loren for a fantastic get away!

This was the first time I have ever stayed at a B&B. If the others out there are like this one - I won't be staying in a motel again. The room was wonderful - the use of the hot tub was great. Breakfast in the morning was more than I could of imagined!! The other guests that were there stay there all the time when they return "Home". I can see why!! If I am in this area, I will be staying here again!! Thank you so much!!!

Our time was amazing, as always. Loren and Dianna are the definition of hospitality, allowing as much intimacy or conversation you desire. The breakfast is delicious! Dianna calls it a "country" breakfast, and not gourmet, but I can guarantee that you will not leave hungry or disappointed! The rooms are immaculate, impeccable linens, and homemade cookies, fruit, and beverages available at all times! Wines made at their winery are also available and sooo good! Like I said, it truly doesn't get any better than this, and we have been back 4 times...always the best!

They have some of the most delicious food I have ever had at a B&B. If I remember right everything from or around the farm and you can really tastes the "love" in there food. The beds and pillows are so comfortable. The dog is a sweetheart who is VERY smart. I have really nothing but good things to say about this place!!!

We were dropping my son off for a visit to Wartburg College in Waverly and thought we would use this as an opportunity to visit a nice B&B. We stayed in the Room with a view and had a blast using the hot tub in the middle of winter. Had a great talk with the Owners and bonded with E.J (the dog). We would certainly go there again if we are in the area.

The hospitality, accommodations and food were awesome! We are already planning a return trip this fall! Matt & Angie (Waterloo, IA)

Great room -- "room with a view" good for a fall kick off drive, animals to see. Can walk to downtown. Enjoyed the wine they make on site.

After hearing rave reviews about the Farm House B&B, my family spent the night. The proprietors were a little too laid back for my preference - they did not give a tour (nor were we told any history) of the home, the property or the farm itself. After returning home, I was told by past guests that there are additional parts of the property we did not even know about - that was disappointing. Also, the proprietors were rarely seen - I had to track one down to ask about turning on the lights inside the house well after dark - we could not see! Beautiful room and great amenities within the home, however. Breakfast was better than average and there was certainly more than enough of it. The other rooms appeared to be just as beautiful. Thoughtful bowls of candy in each room along with a vast selection of DVDs/videos. Good that they allow families with children.

We stayed for three nights and loved every minute of it. Truly a wonderful stay. We will be returning without a doubt.

Farm House B&B was an excellent alternative to the budget motels that were suggested for wedding guests to stay at. Very clean & comfortable, outstanding breakfast, wonderful winery, gracious hosts, & very reasonably priced. Lots to do! Down side: no decent restaurants in town.

This is truly an adventure, with the farm animals, walks on the grounds and close proximity to a neat little town. The food was fabulous and the house is a step back in time with the furnishings and decor. The hosts are friendly and helpful as well as HJ, their dog. We love HJ. We will certainly be back. Dave and Elaine Harder

We had a wonderful suite in a "Room with a View:" All the amenities of a fine hotel were there plus the extras: chocolate chip cookies and a magnificent breakfast. Having a winery and gift shop is a drawing card.

Our trip was amazing. I have to say it is the best Bed and Breakfast I have been too! Amazing place to bring the children. My ten year old is begging to go back. So much to do and keep busy and also perfect for relaxing and taking it easy. The owners are wonderful and friendly. Made us feel like family. Highly reccomend to all!

Staying at the B & B was a 1st for all of my group. This was a get away for my new daughter-in-law /her mother, my soon to be daughter-in-law/her mother & my daughter & me. We had an awsome time. The Engelbrechts are so friendly!! We had all kinds of complimentary pop, water, cookies, fruit & candy. In a motel all this would cost extra. We enjoyed playing games, listening to our CD's & being in the hot tub(at midnight ). We ran out of time to watch the DVD's we were having so much fun!! The beds & pillows are to die for they are sooo comfortable. The breakfast spread is to die for!! This was such a positive experiance I prefer B & B's now over the modern hotels/motels!! Thanks for the GREAT time!! Bonita

The innkeepers make me feel like I'm staying in a home with very good friends.

We enjoyed the stay on this working farm from beginning to end, especially the friendliness and warmth of the Engelbrechts. They seemed to have thought of everything. The food was wonderful!

This was the first B&B stay for my husband and I, and we loved it. We stayed in the attic-level safari room and felt right at home. We had a hearty breakfast and great conversation with Loren and Dianna, and the other guests. After this experience, we’ll be choosing B&Bs over hotels whenever we can.

The Farm House was AMAZING. My husband and I stayed in the room with a view and we were blown away with how beautiful everything was. They were so friendly and hospitable. Its going to be hard for any future B&B's to compare. The food and wine was beyond belief. We cant wait to stay again!!

Our second stay here and it was just as great as the first. Stayed in the Bovine room the first stay & in the Room With a View the second stay. My son loved the farm and helping feed the animals & gather eggs. This B&B is pet friendly. The food was outstanding and we were given way more than we could eat. Great winery on the property -- bought several bottles. The hosts treated us like family. The best B&B we've ever stayed at.

THE ONLY THING THAT WASNT PERFECT WAS THE WEATHER!!!