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Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and fireplace

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior
Escape to a historic log cabin in the heart of town, where a woodland atmosphere sets the tone. Unwind by the refurbished gas fireplace or prepare simple meals in your fully equipped kitchen. Parking is conveniently available directly outside, and nearby Pine Lake offers opportunities for sport and recreation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City

Enjoy a woodland atmosphere in our original historical log cabin. Newly renovated and directly in town. One bedroom with queen size bed, new queen sofa bed in large living room area with enough space for 2 single beds with flexible arrangements. Refurbished gas fireplace,1 window ACs plus 1 portable window AC. Kitchen is fully equipped with essentials for preparing simple meals, new electric range and full size fridge. All bedding and towels are provided. Parking is available directly in front of the property. Children and pets are welcome. Pack and Play for small children is available (bring your own bedding).
Sport and recreation nearby at Pine Lake and the Iowa River Greenbelt. Shopping is limited but grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, breakfast cafe, and cinema are located in town on the main street as well as a Casey's that is open 24/7. Larger cities reachable within an hour include Ames, Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Grundy Center, and scenic Iowa Falls.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

AC, TV, and lights (except a night light) should be turned off when cabin is not occupied, please!

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
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

Cozy Woodland In The City
Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City Cabin
Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City Eldora
Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City Cabin Eldora

About the area

Map
Eldora, IA

What's nearby

  • Hardin County Farm Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pine Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ellsworth Equestrian Center - 20 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Ellsworth Community College - 24 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Big Treehouse - 48 min drive - 68.6 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Saloon & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Weathered Wheel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gifford Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City located?

Located in the heart of Eldora, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hardin County Farm Museum, Pine Lake State Park and Pine Lake Beach. Wildcat Cave Wildlife Management Area and Fallen Rock Wildlife Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay. Visited our son and it was a perfect location. Host checked in to see if we needed anything and if there were any problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place to stay

Great stay, great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place to stay.

My husband and I spent a couple nights at the cabin in the city. It was a cute place with a unique history. Barbara, the host was excellent with communication and accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

House was very clean and had everything we needed. Barbara was wonderful, helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet neighborhood in the small Iowa town where I grew up.Barbara is a good host. The cabin maybe small but has a lot of charm
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice community and very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

Everything was as advertised. Barbara met us at the property to check in. She also checked in with us via text during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. It was nice to find a place you can bring your dog with while we were visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Nice clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent! Will be back!

Barbara was extremely pleasant to work with, and her home even has a little history behind it. (Not about the ruin the surprise.) Give this quaint little home a shot, you wont be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cabin

Well organized, excellent communication from property manager.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need in Eldora

Very clean and comfortable accommodations with all of the kitchen cooking.items and linens needed for a short or extended stay. Owner meets you to orient you to the rental. Communication was good and was prompt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022