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House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Eldora, IA
  • Hardin County Farm Museum
    12 min walk
  • Pine Lake State Park
    2 min drive
  • Panda One
    4 min walk
  • Marshalltown, IA (MIW-Marshalltown Municipal)
    38 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.

Welcome to our 1923 farmhouse in quaint Eldora, Iowa. We purchased the house as a home away from home and have been spending the last year completing renovations and making improvements. The house does not have central air but the two window units keep the upstairs plenty cool. In winter the boiler system provides plenty of heat with registers in every room. The kitchen is fully furnished, we have a gas grill on the patio, and folding chairs to enjoy the patio in the evenings. There’s also a swing on the front porch to enjoy your morning coffee. The house sits just off the square and is walking distance to the city pool, playground, small bowling alley, one screen movie theater, grocery stores and restaurants. Close by you can also visit Pine Lake and access a great bike trail. We live in Texas but we have family in Iowa and we enjoy the slower pace, cooler summers, and even a snowy day from time to time. We will continue to improve the house over time and look forward to sharing our place with visitors regardless of if you’re passing through or if you just need to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Welcome to our home away from home.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Hardin County Farm Museum. A kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • 12 minutes by foot from Hardin County Farm Museum and a 2-minute drive from Pine Lake State Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Carmen Rogers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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.

House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well stocked
Our family enjoyed this cute old house as we were in town for a wedding. It was close to the venue and the state park where more family camped. We liked walking the neighborhood and so appreciated a well stocked home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Colfax, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Was a great option for a large group attending an event in Eldora.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Terri J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Graduation
The house was very comfortable and had all of the ammenities we needed. There was a little glitch about changing the date of check-in but was resolved quickly by Carmen. There was plenty of room for 5 of us with rooms to spare. My granddaughter was especially tickled to find several containers of toys. Beds were comfortable, the towels were nice - sometimes they are not! I would definitely recommend this spot to others. Thanks, Carmen!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely historic home
This was a comfortable place to stay and I appreciated the well stocked kictchen that made meal prep so easy! The beds were comfortable and the fresh linens were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Charming Home
We enjoyed our stay here. The home had plenty of room for the eight of us. All the bedrooms are comfortable. We especially enjoyed the private backyard as an additional gathering space. I will definitely book again when the need arises. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Staying in this lovely, well appointed home made our weekend in Eldora so comfortable and convenient. We had a family reunion in the Hardin County Barn Museum just a few blocks from the home. It was so nice to have this spacious home so close!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M., Mesa

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed stay in small town Iowa
We had a group of 7 adults, 1 teen and 1 baby. The house worked well for us. It is pretty typical for an older midwestern home. It was nicely staged, and it had everything we needed and then some. The bunk beds were said to be hard but the other beds were very comfortable. We did have a small leak when the upstairs bathroom was used; it dropped water by the dining room table so we used a cooler to catch the drip. I notified the owner over VRBO message (we did not get a phone number but she was fast to respond so this was fine). There is a 2nd bathroom downstairs but it has an odd setup and not much privacy. We were there at the end of June/early July and it was hot but the 2 window air conditioners were plenty once the house cooled down. The person with the a/c unit in their bedroom slept with their door open so the air could be circulated with fans to other rooms. The lake nearby is beautiful and the downtown is historic and charming. We enjoyed our time there and would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming & Wonderful Stay!
This home is oozing with small town Iowa charm! Communication with Carmen was a delight, with quick and friendly responses. Check in/check out was a breeze. Home was immaculately clean and well stocked. Beds were super. Really enjoyed coffee on the porch swing every morning! Would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and location
The house is fantastic with so much room for our family. The location is great to parks, river and lakes. We highly recommend and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home
Carmen’s home was perfect for hosting a lager family. With a patio to entertain and large living room for when weather wasn’t the best. The house was well stocked and clean. Carmen was prompt when we asked about lawn chairs and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023