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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Eldora, IA
  • Hardin County Farm Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Pine Lake State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pine Lake Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Eldora

In Eldora .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hardin County Farm Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Pine Lake State Park with a stay here. Pine Lake Beach and Fallen Rock Wildlife Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hardin County Farm Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pine Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pine Lake Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tower Rock - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Ellsworth Community College - 31 min drive - 23.4 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Saloon & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Weathered Wheel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.

Welcome to our 1923 farmhouse in quaint Eldora, Iowa. We purchased the house as a home away from home and have been spending the last year completing renovations and making improvements. The house does not have central air but the two window units keep the upstairs plenty cool. In winter the boiler system provides plenty of heat with registers in every room. The kitchen is fully furnished, we have a gas grill on the patio, and folding chairs to enjoy the patio in the evenings. There’s also a swing on the front porch to enjoy your morning coffee. The house sits just off the square and is walking distance to the city pool, playground, small bowling alley, one screen movie theater, grocery stores and restaurants. Close by you can also visit Pine Lake and access a great bike trail. We live in Texas but we have family in Iowa and we enjoy the slower pace, cooler summers, and even a snowy day from time to time. We will continue to improve the house over time and look forward to sharing our place with visitors regardless of if you’re passing through or if you just need to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Welcome to our home away from home.

Property manager

Carmen Rogers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. to the airport?

This vacation home is 48.6 mi (52-min drive) away from the Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. to the beach?

This vacation home is 2 mi (3-min drive) from Pine Lake Beach.

Does House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at House close to Pine Lake and bike trails.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. to downtown Eldora?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Eldora.

House close to Pine Lake and bike trails. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well stocked

Our family enjoyed this cute old house as we were in town for a wedding. It was close to the venue and the state park where more family camped. We liked walking the neighborhood and so appreciated a well stocked home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Colfax, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Was a great option for a large group attending an event in Eldora.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Terri J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Graduation

The house was very comfortable and had all of the ammenities we needed. There was a little glitch about changing the date of check-in but was resolved quickly by Carmen. There was plenty of room for 5 of us with rooms to spare. My granddaughter was especially tickled to find several containers of toys. Beds were comfortable, the towels were nice - sometimes they are not! I would definitely recommend this spot to others. Thanks, Carmen!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely historic home

This was a comfortable place to stay and I appreciated the well stocked kictchen that made meal prep so easy! The beds were comfortable and the fresh linens were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Charming Home

We enjoyed our stay here. The home had plenty of room for the eight of us. All the bedrooms are comfortable. We especially enjoyed the private backyard as an additional gathering space. I will definitely book again when the need arises. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Staying in this lovely, well appointed home made our weekend in Eldora so comfortable and convenient. We had a family reunion in the Hardin County Barn Museum just a few blocks from the home. It was so nice to have this spacious home so close!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M., Mesa

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxed stay in small town Iowa

We had a group of 7 adults, 1 teen and 1 baby. The house worked well for us. It is pretty typical for an older midwestern home. It was nicely staged, and it had everything we needed and then some. The bunk beds were said to be hard but the other beds were very comfortable. We did have a small leak when the upstairs bathroom was used; it dropped water by the dining room table so we used a cooler to catch the drip. I notified the owner over VRBO message (we did not get a phone number but she was fast to respond so this was fine). There is a 2nd bathroom downstairs but it has an odd setup and not much privacy. We were there at the end of June/early July and it was hot but the 2 window air conditioners were plenty once the house cooled down. The person with the a/c unit in their bedroom slept with their door open so the air could be circulated with fans to other rooms. The lake nearby is beautiful and the downtown is historic and charming. We enjoyed our time there and would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming & Wonderful Stay!

This home is oozing with small town Iowa charm! Communication with Carmen was a delight, with quick and friendly responses. Check in/check out was a breeze. Home was immaculately clean and well stocked. Beds were super. Really enjoyed coffee on the porch swing every morning! Would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and location

The house is fantastic with so much room for our family. The location is great to parks, river and lakes. We highly recommend and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy home

Carmen’s home was perfect for hosting a lager family. With a patio to entertain and large living room for when weather wasn’t the best. The house was well stocked and clean. Carmen was prompt when we asked about lawn chairs and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023