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Stunning two-story home with a charming front porch and beautifully manicured lawn.
Cozy retreat with a bunk bed, table, and cabinet, offering a convenient space for rest and relaxation.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with microwave, double sink, and ample storage.
Relax in this spacious living area with a comfortable sofa and dining space for meals.
Stairs lead to a welcoming entrance with a glass door and neutral-toned walls.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nauvoo, IL
  • Nauvoo State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Historic Nauvoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Joseph Smith Historic Site
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nauvoo

City center stay.Your stay at this Nauvoo apartment places you within a 10-minute walk of Nauvoo State Park and Weld House Museum. Also, Nauvoo Public Library is within half a mile (1 km) and Historic Nauvoo is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nauvoo State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Historic Nauvoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rheinberger House Museum - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Joseph Smith Historic Site - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lovers Glen Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Madison Station - 19 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vel's Amigo's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo61 Bar & Grille - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Fairy Bowery

Come and enjoy the charm of a historic home when staying in this second floor apartment on the main entrance into Nauvoo. With a private keyless entry and parking, you will have the ease of coming and going. You can enjoy a walk to all the main street shops and nearby restaurants. Its a short drive to several state parks and historic sites. We are pet friendly! We love for you to be able to bring your pet on vacation.
**If you have allergies to pet dander you should book elsewhere.

Property manager

Rebecca Williamson

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Lock the doors
I do not have a chore chart for you. Please pick up trash and put in trash bags. There is a dumpster outside if you want to take it out. Wash the dishes if you have time.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairy Bowery to the airport?

This apartment is 25.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fairy Bowery have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Fairy Bowery offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fairy Bowery?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Fairy Bowery?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fairy Bowery?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Fairy Bowery have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Fairy Bowery have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Fairy Bowery to downtown Nauvoo?

This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Nauvoo.

Fairy Bowery Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 44 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amanda R.

Great location

The location was great within only a few minutes of historic Nauvoo. It was great to have kitchen amenities and it slept all 6 my family members, although the second "bedroom" was extremely small and my teenage boy who probably weighs around 100 pounds didn't feel like the bunkbed was strong enough to sleep him on the top. Honestly, everything was fine except the smell. It smells very strongly of cats and made the whole property feel less than clean and made it very hard to relax and enjoy our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

the r.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not a pleasant smell

The overall place was clean. But when you walked in there was an overwhelming smell of urine and it was too much for us. We could not stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

james h.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cat urine SMELL... otherwise quaint place

The smell of cat urine was overwhelming and we had to cancel our second night since we couldn't bear it anymore. Grateful the host refunded night 2. Had it not been for the smell we would have enjoyed our stay. Great location, clean (except for the smell), and quaint style that reflects the area. Host was responsive and allowed us to check in early due to our unexpected early arrival. I missed some of the other reviews about the smell and just went off of the reviews of 8.4 out of 10. Wished I had looked closer. If you don't mind the smell of cat urine, it should be a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sawyer J.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Thank you!

The owner was very accommodating for us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jared L.

Great space and perfect location!

This is a great space and a perfect location. I cant really imagine finding anything better for the price and it was exactly what we needed. The house is old, and I believe that is part of what contributes to the smell, but there's also some kind of animal smell. I honestly wonder if it isn't bats? The primary smell seemed to be coming from the entry area and when we closed of the door at the top of the stairs it made it much better. Overall though, this is a great place. We have animals at home and live on a hobby farm, the smell wasnt that bad and for the price and location I will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Responsive host

Do not book if you have animal allergies. My daughter became very ill as soon as we arrived at the property. The host was very responsive and worked with us on a refund and finding another place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawnett J.

Amazing but

We loved staying there , my kids begged to come back again . My only issue were the sheets and pillow cases on the master didn’t smell clean so I had a hard time sleeping . Otherwise it was a place I would return to again .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay

Our stay in Nauvoo was absolutely wonderful, thanks to Rebecca and her exceptional apartment. Rebecca was incredibly informative and proactive in her communications before our stay, making everything seamless and stress-free. The apartment itself was immaculate and exceeded our expectations in every way. It had everything we needed, which truly made our time in Nauvoo easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend staying here—Rebecca has created a fantastic experience for her guests!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol W.

Okay

The house was perfectly located within walking distance to stores and downtown. I was sufficient in size. Unfortunately it smelled like cat urine and kitty litter. When we wanted to buy some form of air freshener, there was a note stating that they were not allowed to be used in the house?! . The shower water never got hot enough. It stayed just above the warm temp. The wood stairs leading up to the house were not lit and so it was dangerous to walk up and down when they were wet and slippery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location, Clean and Comfortable..but the SMELL

Pros: The place was very clean and comfortable for our stay. The location was excellent. The hostess was kind and was willing to make our stay more comfortable. Cons: The smell of pets was REALLY BAD. The odor was overwhelming. It took some time before we got used to it, but it hit us every time we came back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nana Osei B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

Cute little apartment near all of the tourist attractions of Nauvoo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kaylee S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Terrible Smells

If you like the smell of cats, cat urine, and dust then this place is for you. Find a different location if you are sensitive to smell!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

REALLY nice apartment! Comfy and well stocked with bedding, pots and pans, towels etc. Its an old house, which I love, but the floor creaks so don't plan on sneaking in the kitchen for a midnight snack! We had a super great time and definitely would come back to this apartment!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Went well and had plenty of room. Well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christina H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing and Misleading Experience.

I recently stayed at this apartment and was extremely disappointed. The pictures promised a clean, cozy space with a blue couch, a tan chair, a beautiful rug, and a twin bed. However, the reality was far from what was advertised. The blue couch was actually covered in a sloppy, ill-fitting cover over a non-functioning pull-out bed. The tan chair? Covered with an unattractive floral print slipcover. There was no rug in sight. To make matters worse, the house smelled strongly of cat urine upon entering, and the odor only intensified when the air conditioner was on, circulating the smell throughout the apartment. When I brought this up to the owner, I was told, "Some people smell it, some don’t," and they offered me a candle as a solution. A candle?! There's even a note on the refrigerator that says, "Do not use air fresheners in the apartment, only cleaning supplies," which made me question if the apartment had been cleaned properly. I’m shocked that no one has written a review about this before. I cannot recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean and pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little place

It was a cute little place. It was just me and a friend so plenty of room. Excellent location and easy parking. I could smell the cat smell that other reviews posted about so just be aware of that if you are allergic. The place was clean. We didn't need to use the kitchen at all so I can't speak to appliances.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Funny smell

It just had a funny smell - like it had been shut up for awhile or was musty. Other than the funky odor everything was clean and easy to utilize
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort

The master bed is comfortable. The bunk beds appear to be sized and accessible for children rather than adults (tight squeeze but doable). Two full baths great for multiple people staying. The kitchen has plenty dishware, utensils, equipment. The rooms are clean. Rebeca was readily reachable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We had a great stay in the Fairy Bowery! On the website it has a single bed listed in the bedroom, we were happy to see it was a bunk bed! We had a great stay and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bowman F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Our family enjoyed our stay at the fairy Bowery. The location was perfect for our visit. We really didn’t spend much time there, but each night when we returned we had a great nights sleep. Plenty of beds, air mattresses, blankets, etc. We loved that it had two full bathrooms for our family of six.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susie C.

Apartment in Nauvoo

The property is in a great location and has two full bathrooms. It is definitely an older home with all the charms that come with it. There was an issue with the cleaning schedule and the unit was not clean when we arrived. The owner was very responsive and did her best to take care of the situation. Parking was right at the unit and always available. We stayed 6 nights and did laundry at the local laundry mat which is very close to the unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ingo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Doesn't smell clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024