Title: G’s Home Away From Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # G’s Home Away From Home ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101186100/101186088/fbe0f705.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101186100/101186088/ad7303d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101186100/101186088/18ba92c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101186100/101186088/f8d72fd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101190000/101186100/101186088/a6b4845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a quiet Iowa City neighborhood, this newly remodeled house boasts a beautiful backyard and spacious front yard perfect for outdoor games. Enjoy off-street parking in the wide driveway, plus nearby access to unique restaurants, parks, and grocery stores. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill £355 includes taxes & fees 11 Oct - 12 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### G’s Home Away From Home Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Remodeled, 1960’s, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, nice deck. Guests will enjoy an attached 1 car garage and spacious backyard. Easy to find on the North Side of Iowa City less than a mile from I-80. Short drive to Hawkeye entertainment events and hospitals. Nestled in a friendly quiet neighborhood that provides for all your needs. Grocery store, gas stations, coffee shops, restaurants and park all nearby. Great spot for the traveler on the go. Bedrooms are average sized as was the style in the 60’s. There are 3 queen beds. Plenty of closet space for hanging clothes or storage. Clock radios, lamps, nightlights and charging stations in each bedroom. One 65” television in the living room and a smaller one in the large bedroom. LED lighted ceiling fans throughout. New appliances. Laundry room. Real hardwood floors in bedrooms. Tiled showers, keyless front entry as well as garage door keypad. 1 1/2 baths are on the main level. The other bathroom is in the basement. It is newly installed and private but the basement itself is not finished. Huge driveway for plenty of off street parking. Garage was built for 1960’s sized cars, so it is a bit short for large vehicles. Front yard is a great place to throw football or play any sport you wish. Overall I think you’ll be hard pressed to find another house this old in such great condition. You will have access to most of the house and 1 stall of the 3 car garage. Basement is unfinished and I store a lot of cleaning and work supplies in a locked storage room. I put things up and out of the way, but kids are smart be aware of them if playing in the basement. There is a door going to the basement that can be closed and locked if you need. I live just a few blocks away. As long as I’m around I can be there quickly if there’s a problem. Also have smart locks that I can open doors if you forget the code. Nice middle class neighborhood. A mixture of all ages but mostly people in their 30’s and 40’s working hard and raising good kids. Nice Quiet neighborhood. Safe to walk around and enjoy the fresh air. Parking on the street is allowed but not necessary because we have a huge driveway. Easily parks 4 cars We have a ring doorbell at the front door, a ring camera outside by the garage, and one in the backyard for security reasons. There are no cameras or listening devices inside of the house. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Step to reach entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load the dishwasher Strip any used beds Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors On Tuesday take trash cans to curb for city pick up. Please turn the thermostat down to 65 in the winter or up to 78 in the summer If you had a pet. Please vacuum excess pet hair from floors and use the masking roller in the hallway closet to remove any pet hair from furniture or bedding. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Pets must be house trained. They are not allowed on furniture and you must clean up poop in yard before check out ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Note from host: Pet fee $140 to cover xtra cleaning ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as VLAP5P9GDM ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.68188%2C-91.51434&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hm-XuDDszX5kg5U6JCggIXLAYWc=) Iowa City, IA #### What's nearby - Mercy Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - University of Iowa - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles - University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles - Kinnick Stadium - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles - Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Getting around - Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kindred Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Los Agaves Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Black Angel Restaurant And Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hamburg Inn No. 2 - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is G’s Home Away From Home pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at G’s Home Away From Home? > As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at G’s Home Away From Home on 11 Oct 2025 start from £355.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iowa-City-Hotels-Gs-Home-Away-From-Home.h101186088.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at G’s Home Away From Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at G’s Home Away From Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is G’s Home Away From Home located? > Situated in Iowa City, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from University of Iowa and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mercy Hospital and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. University of Iowa Health Care and Iowa City Public Library are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## G’s Home Away From Home Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication One of the best houses we've stayed in! We travel a lot for work. So comfortable, welcoming and the host has thought of every little detail. Highly recommend! ##### Scott Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah M. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Experience Very convenient location and a clean property ##### Noah M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving weekend Had a great stay in this clean and quiet house. ##### Michael T. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne K. 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Perfect location for our purpose and they even had a Christmas tree for us! ##### Jeanne K. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie H. 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Iowa City Very cute and clean house! Would stay again! 3rd bed can sleep 2 people. ##### Angie H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annie F. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Very comfortable & cute place. Our hosts were very responsive & easy to deal with. Location was great. Highly recommend! ##### Annie F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura K. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation weekend We had such a great time celebrating our graduate. It was nice for all of us to be together and enjoy quality time. Everything we needed was available and having Hyvee around the corner made it so much easier. Sad that after 4years we found this place. We definitely will stay again when coming back for a visit. Forgot to mention that our fur babies especially enjoyed the enclosed fenced yard. T ##### Laura K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn P. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home! We stayed for Easter weekend with family. Had an excellent stay at this house. Very enjoyable. Lots of extra touches that made it feel like home. ##### Dawn P. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication We stayed in this house for a wedding. It was perfect for my 2 sisters and our spouses! ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris S. 18 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely quiet retreat in Iowa City The house was very quiet, clean, spacious, very comfortable, and the hosts were immediately responsive when we contacted them. We loved the place and would definitely stay there again. It was centrally located to all our destinations, and the HyVee was a short walk away. ##### Kris S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan D. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great service and was very accommodating Karen was a fantastic host! I booked this stay for business colleagues traveling with their infant and grandmother, and she went above and beyond to accommodate them. She graciously allowed an early check-in to align with the baby’s nap schedule, making their arrival much smoother. Karen was professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend! ##### Ryan D. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN Super clean, super quiet, very convenient. Highly recommend ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn Z. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcoming host - clean, easy location, nice kitchen & bathrooms - love the open common area We met family for an overnight - all as hoped. Three bedrooms - 2 Queens plus one full/double bed. Lots of bathroom space. Great game-playing and eating table. Perfect for our needs! Thank you to our generous host! ##### Dawn Z. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacie B. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Iowa City property We stayed while visiting our niece at the University of Iowa. There were 6 of us and the house was a perfect setting for our overnight trip. Easy to get to, in a nice neighborhood and super clean home. We had everything we needed at the house. Amenities were great! It was so nice being able to all stay together vs multiple over priced hotel rooms. Highly recommend this home to anyone staying in Iowa city. ##### Stacie B. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda M. 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Surgical stay This house was such a pleasant surprise!! We were in town for surgery of a family member and its convenience to the hospital was perfect. The space allowed us to come and go at the hospital and was great for me to get some work done in between. Comfortable beds and all the amenities of home. ##### Amanda M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristie B. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous home We had a great stay in this clean, beautiful home :) The beds were comfortable, the living room was nice. Gorgeous kitchen. We traveled with my parents and my dad loved having the garage to be able to park the truck in. Thank you so much for letting us stay. Would highly recommend!! ##### Kristie B. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy W. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Family Home This home was perfect for our family of four. The bedrooms were comfortable, clean, and spacious. The kitchen contained everything we needed for preparing meals. I especially appreciated the coffee and tea that was provided. The location was a nice, quiet setting and we enjoyed sitting on the deck and spotting wildlife. Communication with the host was timely and helpful. I definitely recommend this property to anyone staying in the area for any reason. ##### Stacy W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy N. 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Fall Weekend in IC Our family booked a long weekend for my husband’s 50th birthday celebration. One of our daughters is a student at University of Iowa and it also happened to be their homecoming weekend. So we had plenty of activities to do in town, went to the parade and football game!! Also did an official college visit with our high school junior, she loved it!! The home was beautiful, super clean and had everything we needed!! High end finishes, gorgeous kitchen, thoughtful touches by the host such as coffee/creamer and complimentary apple cider shots. Yum! Lovely neighborhood, close by the University and plenty of shops and restaurants! Look forward to staying again in the future!! ##### Wendy N. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb M. 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful Home! My sisters and I had a wonderful weekend in Iowa City and really enjoyed this home! It is beautifully renovated and very spacious and open. The home was very clean and had most everything we needed (we did need to purchase a corkscrew which we left for future guests). Overall it was very comfortable, and we would definitely recommend it. The one downside that we noticed was that the listing is for a 2+ bath home and included pictures of three bathrooms including 2 showers, but there are only 2 bathrooms in the home. This did not affect us negatively as there were only 3 of us, but if we'd all been couples staying there with a party of 6 and expecting three baths with 2 showers, I can see how it could have been very inconvenient. Otherwise, super clean, and comfortable and nicely redone. Thank you for hosting us! ##### Deb M. 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