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The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Overview of The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly

Check out the area

Map
Wellman, IA
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa32 min drive
  • AirportIowa City, IA (IOW)32 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa Hospital and Clinics34 min drive
  • Popular LocationKinnick Stadium34 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 7
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

All the comforts of home…..One bedroom shanty with the ability to sleep six plus one on the couch. Refrigerator and cupboards are stocked with breakfast staples and variety of snacks. Fully equipped kitchen including basic cookware. Bathroom with shower. Washer and dryer. Linens provided. No internet but there is a dvd player and a variety of movies. TV gets local stations. Located 30 minutes SW of Iowa City. Variety of attractions and things to do within an hour drive. Kalona historic/shopping, Riverside Casino, Amana Colonies, Iowa City, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Stead’s Children Hospital. Coral Ridge mall, the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk….., English River Wildlife Area offers hunting and non hunting activities. https://washingtoncounty.iowa.gov/facilities/facility/details/English-River-Wildlife-Area-7

Property manager

Jennifer aka the Iowa Auntie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Casino nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: Ask for special accommodations

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Max guests dependent on planned use of space.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the area

Wellman

This holiday home is located in Wellman. Tanger Outlets and Coral Ridge Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sunset Park and Lake Darling State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Kalona Historical Village - 12 min drive
  • University of Iowa - 32 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 34 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 34 min drive
  • Mercy Hospital - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dj's Casual Cafe - 10 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 8 min walk
  • Bender's Bar & Grill - 9 min walk
  • Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza - 12 min drive
  • Cilino's - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 on 5 May 2024 start from £83.07, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 located?

Situated in Wellman, this holiday home is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Kalona Historical Village and within 20 miles (32 km) of Riverside Casino and Golf Resort and Sunset Park. University of Iowa and Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Auntie went above and beyond making sure if you forgot anything it was there for you. There was Evan toys and supplies for your dog. She thought of everything. Thanks Auntie for a great place for us to stay. Guy&Sheila
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warmth Hearty Home
Yes we definitely will rent it again May for sure, we love it so much it’s sooooo PEACEFULLY and HUMBLING in God’s hands home for sure… We enjoying wanna more stay there until we got our new home in Iowa City Iowa
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best spot!
We loved staying here. Jennifer was so incredible! She was responsive, helpful, kind — she even helped us book a night early. The shanty is spotless, the beds are comfy, and the kitchen is well-stocked. It was the perfect haven!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shanty>Everything
What a wonderful stay! I often visit family throughout the year and am glad to have found this place. I will definitely be renting the shanty every stay now. The Iowa Auntie really knows how to make you feel at home and goes above and beyond in her interactions. She's very transparent and thoughtful. 10 star if I could!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Shari M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Comfy
We were happy to find this little house, it was comfortable, quiet and very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My little house!
Just me in an area where you would not expect to find anything like it. I did and it was just what I needed. Quiet and clean and easy to use. Very happy to have found this unit and will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little spot for visiting family
We were visiting for a weekend to celebrate my grandfather’s birthday and needed a place to stay close to the facility where he lives. This spot was the perfect location for us to get a good night’s sleep while being a short drive from the weekend’s festivities. Jennifer was very accommodating and made sure the house was well-stocked and comfortable for us. We will look for this place again next time we are in town :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024