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Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens

Council Bluffs vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books, computer monitors
Smart TV, books, computer monitors
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Council Bluffs, IA
  • Place, CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs

In Council Bluffs .You'll find CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs and Alegent Health Mercy Hospital within a 15-minute walk of this Council Bluffs vacation home. Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Historic General Dodge House - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Squirrel Cage Jail - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 21 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Super Saver - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kikkers Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪3rd Base Bar & Grill - ‬4 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.

Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens

Best kept secret! Comfortable home in a safe and quiet neighborhood in the hills. Perfectly located for quick and easy drive to downtown Council Bluffs, bustling activity in downtown Omaha, CHI Center, Luminarium, Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, Softball Fields, etc.

Return from a busy day of activities to a peaceful oasis. Relax on the patio, grill out and simply enjoy the peace and quiet that surrounds you. Watch sunsets/sunrises on the horizon. Enjoy relaxing. Deer may wander through the yard - but they're quiet when they do.
This is best of both worlds - being on vacation with the comforts of home.
You can sleep comfortably so you're ready to do it all over again the next day!

Kitchen is fully stocked with cooking items, dishes, utensils, smoothie blender, waffle maker, etc. Icemaker in frig. Fully stocked coffee/tea/hot chocolate bar. Keurig, Bialetti espresso maker, regular coffeemaker- etc.

Laundry room - washer, dryer, soap/softener, iron and clothes folding table at the bottom of the stairs for guest usage.

Grocery store 3 minutes away - down the hill and around the corner for fresh perishables and big ticket items. (See Guide Book for details)

Parking in private driveway.

If you are flying in - Short drive or Uber/Lyft to downtown Omaha, Old Market, Airport, College World Series, CHI Center, Casinos, Henry Doorly Zoo, Joslyn Art Museum or Lauritzen Garden. - Best of all worlds.



IMPORTANT TO NOTE: This home is not recommended for toddlers or wildly adventurous youth. Inside: Home is not baby/toddler proofed. Stairs inside entryway lead down to laundry area and are not gated. Back patio area is edged, but not fenced. Intense hill/slope past edging. Great to watch the wildlife venture through, but extremely dangerous for wayward little feet. It is steep to the point of impassibility.
Children have stayed at the house and love watching the animals with no problems, but there are some for whom this would not be a good combo. Contact host if you have questions.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING ON PREMISES. TREED AREA

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Overnight Unregistered Guests No Toddlers
Primary guest must send to host: 1. Picture of driver's license. 2. Age of guests under 18 should accompany their name.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House not baby/toddler proofed.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ON PREMISES. TREED AREA

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Cozy Dt Omaha Zoo Gardens
Close to DT Omaha/Zoo; Gardens "The Treehouse"
Modern Cottage "treehouse" Close to DT Omaha/zoo; Gardens
Cozy Cottage Close to DT Omaha/Zoo; Gardens Council Bluffs

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the Eppley Field Airport (OMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens to the beach?

This vacation home is 9 mi (22-min drive) from Lake Manawa Beach.

Does Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Horseshoe Council Bluffs (10-min drive) and Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens to downtown Council Bluffs?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Council Bluffs.

Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage style home that offered us peace and quiet and a comfortable night's sleep. Nicely furnished with everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute property! The property has everything you would need. Also got to see some wildlife! Check-in was super simple, property was very clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean and quiet cottage. Comfortable beds with soft sheets, nice pillows & plenty of absorbant towels. The host, Sharon, communicates quickley and thoroughly. The house is stocked with everything you need for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Great spot to stay while my son participated in the Pathway Omaha tournament at the nearby community college. He stayed in the dorms with the team most of our time, so I had the place to myself and it was quite easy to make myself at home. Sharon was so helpful throughout the process - contacting me as soon as I made the reservation and providing relevant updates up to my arrival. She was also so flexible with my arrival as I was a bit uncertain how all the timing would work out. Very enjoyable stay overall!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Wonderful home with exceptional host that made sure everything was set for very relaxing enjoyable weekend Patio out front was excellent for relaxing outside in evening and owner came by 2nd morning changed out seat cushions in patio chairs as overnight it rained dampening cushions Great time Sharon is excellent host we will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our stay! The home was very clean, quiet, and had everything we needed for a comfortable, home-like experience. The serene patio was a perfect spot to relax and unwind—it added such a peaceful touch to our visit. The location made it easy and convenient to spend time with family in the area, and having such a cozy place to come back to each day made the whole trip even more enjoyable. We highly recommend this rental and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C., La Crosse

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini Family Reunion

This house feels like home the minute yo walk in the door. We esoecially enjoyed the patio, the flowers and birds. Sharon was so gracious and she really made our stay special. Highly recommend this rental!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Above and beyond.

From the start Sharon was very responsive and the communication was great. She gave us great recommendations on where to eat and what to do in the area. She knew it was my husbands birthday and she baked him a cake and cupcakes and even decorated for him. It was such a wonderful surprise for him and the cake was delicious! The house itself was so cozy, clean, and smelled wonderful. Everything was updated and decorated with great detail. The whole family really enjoyed our stay and I really appreciated our host. Thanks Sharon for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really Wonderful

This was a fantastic place to stay! It was clean, a great location for us and Sharon went above and beyond for us during our time there. It was the best stay at a vrbo we have ever had they dont really compare 😄 Will definitely be staying here again when we come this way!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home

Quiet place to stay while visiting the Omaha area. Close to the zoo and other attractions, but secluded enough for a quiet stay. Very clean. We all loved it. Hosts were great with communication and care, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Treehouse

It was lovely!!! Decorated for Christmas. Shared some food. Watched the deer. Just a perfect little quiet place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, safe property! Exceptional host!

Let me start by saying this is the first time we have ever done anything other than a hotel or motel, so we were a little nervous, but boy did Sharon really set the bar for the next time around. She is definitely the hostess with the mostest and there's a reason she had a five-star review rating. The reason we chose her place was not only the location, the value, but due to prior reviews, especially being the first timer. I must say the place is just as adorable in person as it shows in the pictures, if not more. She definitely stocked the house with more amenities than I was expecting. Since I was staying there with my husband and my children, being in a safe neighborhood was my number one concern. Since I don't know the area, sometimes pictures can be deceiving. But like all the other folks who stayed here, we did feel safe in this area. We were able to relax out front on the patio, and in the backyard area. There was a little grass area just across the street that the kids were able to play in. It was fairly easy to find with our Google maps, and we were at the zoo within 15 minutes of leaving the house. Let Sharon know after you book why you are staying, and she is very helpful with information regarding local attractions that may be of interest of to you. She was very helpful with us finding local restaurants that were delicious, extra little things we could do with the kids around the area, and just very gracious. Sharon, you are the BEST!!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Hideaway

Close to the big city and tucked away. This was a great place to stay with family where you can go out out on the town and come back to Netflix and chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful stay close to the city

The house was cozy and very welcoming. Sharon was very helpful throughout the stay, offering us recommendations about what to do and answering any questions we had. She even had music playing when we arrived. The house was very clean and organized and had everything we needed. It was only about a 15 minute drive to Omaha, which was perfect for our relaxed mini vacation to the city. The only downside was the road to get to the house. It was a very steep one lane road. This wasn’t an issue, but definitely a surprise to us. We’d 100% stay here again, steep road and all!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Comfy

We had a great time at the Treehouse! Very comfortable and cozy. Sharon was very kind and helpful. Great location that is close to all the attractions we went to, including the Omaha zoo, the garden,“Bob” the bridge, metro shopping mall, and the AMC movie theater. We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Council Bluffs

We had a wonderful time at this property. It was just as pretty as the pictures. Lovely to sit out in the patio and watch the birds. It is located at the end of a street and is quiet and green. Pretty garden. Close to the great zoo and gardens. Great location. I’d love to do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house! Clean, stocked well, and great location

Definitely recommend this cute little gem. Just a short little vacation for my Mom, son, husband n I. But it was worth it. This house was fully stocked with items I've never seen before when we have rented other homes. Very quite area, and perfect location! Not far from Old County Market. Lots of nice restaurants too choose from. Zoo, the next day, Bob Kerry Bridge, and a few Casinos, all where fairly close. I was very impressed! Thank you for having us:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B., Aberdeen, South Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

My friend and I stayed at this vrbo for a concert and a weekend get away. We had a great time in Omaha and it was so nice coming back to a place that was cozy and felt like home! We already decided we will be staying here when we can meet up again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honeymoon Getaway

The manager was very kind and had Champagne and chilled glasses and a charcuterie board of delicious treats waiting in the frig. Everything was clean and updated. Property waa close to everything we did. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in Omaha

Sharon was very kind and welcoming. Everything that you could've ever needed or wanted was there. Everything was labeled. There was great communication. Location was perfect. Would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing retreat

We took a short weekend getaway for our anniversary. This was just the right spot. Relaxing, comfortable, quiet. House has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Property owner was extremely helpful as we researched a few small activities like figuring out logistics of visiting a local vineyard. Owner also went above and beyond in providing a thoughtful welcome for us when we arrived at the property. No complaints at all and give a happy endorsement!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well supplied

A lovely home on a quiet street. Very well supplied with many non-perishable foods. We have not experienced a B&B as well supplied. Highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandi A., Lincoln, NE, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway for locals

Only a 90min drive from home for us and was the perfect home away from home to reset life a little bit. Peaceful quiet area with nature literally right outside the front door but also close by Broadway Street for easy, relaxing, tasty evenings (Barley's for Burgers and a huge tap list, Caddy's for a lovely dinner or brunch Sat/Sun) with essentials from Walgreens or Supersaver 2-3min away. Sharon is easy to work with, has thought of all the details and clearly enjoys being the true 'hostess with the most-ess'. Check in and out was easy peasy and the host is easily reachable should you need her.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CANDUS L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend

This property was awesome to stay at. One of the best by far we’ve stayed at. The kitchen had almost every staple you could think of and was very well equipped to cook and entertain. Sharon is a wonderful host and us very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022