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

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A single-story house with a front porch, a visible mailbox, and a number '308' on the door. - The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 (Wellman)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. - The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 (Wellman)
A living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall. - The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 (Wellman)
A compact living space with a purple armchair, a small side table, a mirror, and a kitchenette with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. - The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 (Wellman)
A bedroom with a white bed, a pink blanket, a framed landscape painting, and snow-themed pillows. - The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 (Wellman)
At The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉, you can look forward to a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash up any dishes. You can just leave them to air dry. I will put away.
Check for runaway socks. They are the most commonly left behind item. Blanket/pillow is the second.
Pull the door closed behind you and travel safely. Love Auntie
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Max guests dependent on planned use of space.

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
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 is home to this holiday home. Outlets Williamsburg and Westcor Business Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Frytown Conservation Area and Sunset Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, hunting and birdwatching. Visit our Wellman travel guide
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Wellman, IA

What's nearby

  • A large, historic building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
    University of Iowa
    30 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Kalona Historical Village
    10 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Frytown Conservation Area
    17 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort
    24 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Central Park
    25 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • DJ's Casual Cafe
    10 min walk
  • The Well
    5 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    8 min walk
  • Los Amigos Taqueria
    11 min drive
  • Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza
    12 min drive

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

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 Frytown Conservation Area and Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. University of Iowa and Sunset Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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