BISON Ranch*Cabin*No Cleaning fee*Huge Views

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 155 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Malcom, IA

Brooklyn Historical Museum
12 min drive
Grinnell College
20 min drive
Meskwaki Bingo Casino
40 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Restaurant

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BISON RanchCabinNo Cleaning fee*Huge Views

Come to the place where the buffalo roam! Relax in our beautiful handcrafted cabin with one full bedroom and two oversized lofts. Take a stroll on a 1.6 mile trail to view America’s National Mammal. 3 miles from I-80. Stay connected with our reliable wifi or unplug to enjoy the sounds of nature from the wrap around deck and firepit. Bring your own food to grill or purchase bison burgers from our onsite retail store. Close to dining and recreation! Stunning sunsets at Sunset Hills Bison Ranch!

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Brooklyn Historical Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, patio, and sofa bed
5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Brooklyn Historical Museum and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Diamond Lake Park

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Malcom cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Bethany Kriegel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Internet access

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

TV
Video games
DVD player
Books
Video library

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue

Laundry

Near a laundromat

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near outlet shopping

Things to do

Fitness facilities nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 588 sq ft (55 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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BISON RanchCabinNo Cleaning fee*Huge Views Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Melina M.

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Went there for Grinnell graduation

It was only 15 minutes away from the college and fairly easy to find. It was cozy, had everything we needed and more. I highly recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., Muscatine, Iowa USA

6 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We loved everything about the Cabin and the stay. It was clean and perfect for our weekend getaway. The bed was comfortable and the cabin had all the furnishings you would need. The Bison were right outside the door and we loved watching them while enjoying morning coffee. Traveled into town to eat a few establishments. Would return for another stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni F.

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect midwest getaway

I have family in the area and was able to finally book this rental, as it's always been unavailable when I was visiting. This Vrbo rental was the best one I've stayed in the Grinnell area. Super clean, cute, and decorated so nicely for the holidays. It's a small house, but the open floor layout makes it not feel very small. Highly recommend, can't wait to stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

17 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Great place. Planning on staying again

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility

Super cozy cabin. It’s bigger than it looks from outside. Very comfortable beds. Enjoyed sipping coffee on the deck while watching the bison. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

28 Jul 2023

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The best!

Great property and amazing property owners! The cabin is awesome, clean, comfortable and super relaxing. The property owners are the best and worth the stay just to meet them. I screwed up my booking and they bent over backwards to help me out. Thank you! We’ll be back next year and staying 2 days next time….

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete L., Northern Kentucky, Cincinnati Metro Area

16 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience

Property was great and both Karl and Beth were super hosts. Karl spent a lot of time with us telling us about the bison business as we watched the herd. Kitchen was probably one of the best equipped ones we have seen in all of our VRBO experiences.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Su-Lin B.

9 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

At home with the bison

We stayed in this unique, unexpectedly convenient home away from home for four days. It's comfortable, well appointed, and one of a kind. Open floor plan with large breakfast bar and island to accommodate homemade meals if desired. Lots of extras show the care that has been taken to make your stay a pleasant one. You can truly make your time here whatever you like-- tranquil farm/ranch stay or fun adventure getaway for the kids. Older kids will love the lofts! The bison visited in their pen (+/- 20ft from the cabin) every night at around 8pm, making for lasting memories! Grill available at the cabin, but we chose to eat at area restaurants--10 min to 1hr drive away, depending on your preference-- all reasonably priced, delicious, and with very friendly service. The property owners couldn't have been kinder or more responsive. Keep in mind, this is a working farm, and you may hear occasional equipment. Not at all disruptive and adds to the charm! Loved seeing the owners' horses and learning a bit about farm/ranch life from the owner when shopping in their small gift shop (gifts, themed items, and bison meat products available for purchase). One word of warning: There is one toilet and one walk-in shower in the cabin. The shower may be difficult to maneuver for larger, disabled, and/or elderly guests. Worked well for us, but could see it being a concern for some. Overall, we would highly recommend Sunset Hills Bison Ranch!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia W.

16 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy with Lots of Extras

Super easy to find and check in. Grateful for the extra touches- slippers, cozy blankets, coffee, and so many fun games and puzzles.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina H.

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Girlfriends Trip

We rented the cabin at Sunset Hills Bison Ranch and we had a great time. The cabin was super clean, had all the amenities we could ask for, and was warm and cozy. We had fun viewing the bison, quite a good sized herd. I would like to go back again in the summer when we could grill some bison meat from the retail store. Definitely would recommend! Bethany was great!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

14 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous find!

Sunset Hills Bison Ranch was a fabulous find for our family getaway. We were looking for a unique experience for fall break and Sunset Hills delivered! Beth was a wonderful host. The cabin was cozy, and the bison viewing was spectacular. We only planned to stay one night and liked it so much we came back two nights later. We will definitely go back again!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine d.

22 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding

We came for a wedding had a great time cabin was good has a leak in the roof but the host had told us about it so we were aware of the problem will come back

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy P.

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional stay

Wonderful place to stay!!! Very clean!!! Peaceful!!! The owners are very nice people!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

1 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!!

We are so happy to have found this sweet property. The owners were very helpful and quick to reply to any questions we had. The cabin is super clean and had all the amenities necessary. I highly recommend staying at this wonderful location. My son is a student at nearby Grinnell College and I definitely plan on coming back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Getaway

Nice place super quiet. Cabin was just as pictured. Clean and all the cooking supplies you need. Bison were cool to see and came close enough to give them treats supplied by the host. All in all a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., Central PA, USA

16 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

We stayed here for one night on our cross country road trip. The cabin was really great, especially for our bison loving kiddo. And the walk around the trail to see the bison was really cool for our family. And the sunset off the deck was amazing. We'd stay again if we were back in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

27 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views, comfortable cabin, delicious bison burgers!

This unique setting, just 1 - 2 miles off Interstate 80 yet quiet and beautiful made a perfect weekend for young adult son, parents, and grandma too. The 3 separate sleeping areas (2 lofts each up a short flight of steep stairs, plus a main floor bedroom) made the space perfect (and affordable) for our family. All the fixings purchased at a quick grocery stop in Iowa City on our way to the farm, with burgers we made from Sunset Hills ground bison patty, made for a convenient, memorable and delicious meal. Highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josie J.

16 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique get-a-way

We did a1 night get-a-way without kids and enjoyed the peaceful cabin. We took a walk out to see the bison and enjoyed seeing the babies that had been born recently. Grinnell was a quick drive away for great pizza. Good experience overall.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clayton A.

27 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

What a cool and relaxing place!

Everything was a nice as advertised and our hosts were great! We would definitely book again if we were back in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

21 Apr 2022

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

4 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Perfect setting, amazing hospitality, reasonable rates!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

1 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!!

We came to the area to visit Grinnell College with our daughter, and we needed a place nearby to stay. The cabin was perfect for our family of four (two adults, two teens). Bethany's directions and instructions for check in were great! It snowed while we were travelling to Iowa, so we arrived later in the evening than we'd planned. It was very dark and snowy, but we were able to find the cabin without any problems, for which we were very grateful after being on the road in low visibility conditions for over four hours. The cabin was very clean and super cute, and it had everything we needed for our stay. There was plenty of space for the four of us. Our teens enjoyed sleeping in the lofts. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed to cook our meals. We all enjoyed seeing the bison and walking the loop around the bison enclosure. The whole area was so beautiful after the snow storm. There were beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the freshly fallen snow and nothing but farmland as far as you could see. It was very peaceful. The road that the cabin is on is very quiet and great for walking or jogging. I went for a sunrise run, and not a single car went by! If you want to visit Grinnell College, this is a good location. It was an easy drive to campus. We had an excellent lunch at the Prairie Canary restaurant in Grinnell, and we highly recommend it if you make the trip into town. All in all, the cabin was perfect, and we'd definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janelle L.

24 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Adventure

I was looking for a weekend getaway for our anniversary that my husband would enjoy. A cabin on a bison ranch sounded like a great plan. Being only an hour from Des Moines made this the perfect weekend escape. It was easy to find and excellent check-in directions were provided. We were in love with the cabin immediately. It could not have bern cuter! The smell of the wood, the layout and the decor added to the ambiance. While this was an anniversary trip for two, we couldn't help imagining how much fun our family would have here. The cabin is literally stocked with everything you could need. All you have to do is bring yourself and some groceries. In the morning we watched the bison have breakfast and on the second day we even threw them some treats. Watching these majestic animals right outside your door is amazing. The peace and relaxation the space promotes is incredible as well. What started as a trip I thought my husband would really enjoy easily became one of our favorite experiences together. We highly recommend Sunset Hills Bison Ranch for everyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R., Lisle

6 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

New years with the Buffalo

Nice place out in the country. Cabin has everything you need. Watching the Buffalo through patio doors running and bucking was enjoyable. Carl was very informative about our Buffalo questions. Clean and beautiful cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021