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Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!

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Smart TV, books
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Charles City, IA
  • Mooney Art Collection
    6 min walk
  • Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park
    9 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    3 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    4 min walk

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About the area

Charles City

With a stay at this vacation home in Charles City, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Mooney Art Collection and Cedar River. .This vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Floyd County Museum.

What's nearby

  • Mooney Art Collection - 6 min walk
  • Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park - 9 min walk
  • Charles City Arts Center - 10 min walk
  • Floyd County Museum - 12 min walk
  • Comet Bowl - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪218 Fuel Express Restaurant, Deli, & Liquor Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rick's Wagon Wheel Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!

The charming two story home can comfortably accommodate up to ten with its four bedrooms, each equipped with a queen sized bed plus a couch that folds out in the main floor living room.

This home is great for those times when when family gathers, such as holidays, weddings, funerals, and reunions. Or if you are working in the area and are looking fir a place that feels like home, this is the place for you! As well as families that use our property as a home base while in the area, we frequently have work crews that stay at the home, either on the week nights or for full weeks/months. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms plus the living space within the property ensure the property works for multiple uses.

There is one bedroom and a full bath in the main floor (plus the couch that folds out. Three bedrooms and the second bathroom are located in the second floor. All of the bedrooms are equipped with queen sized beds. There is a recliner in the living room for those that prefer to sleep in a recliner.

Much of the original charm of this older home had been preserved and blended with the convenient updates.

Two sunrooms, one in each floor, will invite you to linger over your morning coffee or evening

The50 inch flat screen in the living room as well as the 32 inch wall mounted tv in the kitchen are SMARTVs allowing you to use your personal applications/subscriptions. . Wireless internet is available throughout the house, too.

The kitchen is equipped with full sized appliances including a gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator with ice maker. A full sized washer and dryer is nestled in a closet in the kitchen.

There is a nice selection of dishes and cooking utensils, too. You will find both regular and Keurig coffee makers. There is typically a starter supply of coffee, filters and coffee pods at the home.

Each floor has its own furnace and central air unit to ensure comfortable temperatures throughout the home with each floor controlled by its own thermostat.

We offer keyless entry. You will receive an email at the time of booking that will include an access code, access information and additional information about the home. Please ensure that you have the access code and information when you arrive at the property.

Charles City is home to a white water kayaking course, several nice parks and trails for walking, golf courses, a vintage and well maintained low cost movie theatre (Seniors are $2!), bowling alley, variety of restaurants and churches of several denominations.


Saturday mornings in the summer are a great time to hit the Farmer's Market located downtown. You will find a great selection of local produce and baked goods. Main Street has a number of stores with an interesting collection of offerings. There are second hand stores in the community that provide the opportunity to search for that unique item or great bargain.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Linda Kobliska

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • 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

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brent S., Ames, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what we needed
We needed some extra space while in Charles City celebrating Thanksgiving and decided to try a rental as opposed to getting hotel rooms like we usually do. We will for sure use this house again! It fit our needs and we loved having our morning coffee in the parlor!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion stay
The house is very clean, well supplied, and convenient location. We will plan to stay there again next time we are in Charles City.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Conveniently Located
The location is right in the heart of where we need to be during our visits. Love the upstairs shower! Appreciate the collection of magazines.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice large house, clean. Worked very well for myself and two friends while we attended A quilt retreat at Sew That!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl d., Fairmont, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Flower shopping
4 friends flower shopping. This house worked perfect for us. Had everything we needed. Our only regret is we didn’t stay 2 nights! We loved looking at all of the unique decorations and character of the house.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Cecilia H.

We'll stay again :)
We'll book again. Location is great geographically speaking in the city very close to what we needed; but neighborhood not so much a plus. Great vintage feel :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
My husband and I stayed here two nights the weekend of our wedding and it was the perfect location and distance from our ceremony/reception. The house was lovely and had everything we needed. There was plenty of space to have our wedding party over for lunch and to get ready/dressed for the ceremony as well. It's a very comfortable house and we would definitely consider staying here again and have recommended it to our friends if they have people coming to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hunting trip
Group of guys visit area to late season pheasant hunt. House was perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and historical
Great large home super clean and close to everything. The home itself is historical with large wooden crown molding and high ceilings, 2 sitting rooms and a large dining room table. Very pleased with the size and smitten with the unique house. The host was very quick with her response and always friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merlin O., Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
This is the second time we've stayed at this house while visiting family in the area. It's an older house but very nice and clean. Very well stocked. Works great for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Would stay again, very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The Charles City Guest house
This property was very clean, well appointed and close to grocery stores and restaurants. We will definitely stay here again when we are in Charles City.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcia t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House in Charles City
The house was beautiful! So very spacious. One bedroom and 2 living rooms on the main floor, and bathroom. Second floor has 3 beautifully decorated bedrooms and a huge bathroom. Washer & dryer on each floor. All different kinds of games. The kitchen is very well stocked. We used the house for a girls weekend and marveled at the decor and original woodwork and doors. The two summer indoor porches on each floor were adorable. The porch on the second floor even had its own coffee maker so you could sit out there and read and sip coffee. The back porch has outdoor canvas chairs and umbrellas. There’s a table, chairs, and bench outside also that we sat and visited during the night. This property is definitely worth staying at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We were in town for a family reunion. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We have extended family in Charles City and hope to stay again soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CLARK T., Salem, OR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charles City Charmer
Large spacious well-maintained home within easy walking distance of everything you want to see and do in downtown Chuck Town. Owner made the stay a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charles City House
Great house for large gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms allowed our family to all stay together. Perfect fit. Even a few toys in the front porch for my great niece.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
This is a large, spacious older home with lots of character. We were on a girls' overnight, plant shopping trip and 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms were perfect for us. Beds were very comfortable and bedrooms were charming. We didn't need them, but washer and dryer were available on both levels! The kitchen was large and well-equipped. The house could use some small, cosmetic updates, but it was very clean and comfortable! We all appreciated having our own bedrooms. Perfect spot for our overnight stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accomodations
Nice place to stay and very comfortable. Enjoyed using the charcoal grill and having a comfortable living room space for adults to visit while others could play games in room with TV. Would recommend this place if you are in the Charles City area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

johnathan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always Good!
Great house and in a great location. We will be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving with family
We all had a great time there. It was a nice place and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
The Charles House did not disappoint. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Girl’s Trip
We always look forward to our sisters/nieces weekend to NE Iowa. We love the charm, comfort and location of this home! It has it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

johnathan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Again
This stay was as good as my other one in Feb. 2020. Clean and accommodating. Close to food and fuel options. Hope to stay again soon. Worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022