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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Oskaloosa, IA
  • William Penn University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • City Square Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Southern Iowa Fair
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oskaloosa

In Oskaloosa .Stay at this Oskaloosa vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of William Penn University and 2 miles (3 km) of City Square Park. Mahaska Health and Southern Iowa Fair are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • William Penn University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Square Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mahaska Health - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Southern Iowa Fair - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lake Keomah State Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scotters Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬2 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.

Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown.

Light and cozy home with smart grill, fire pit, near biking and hiking trails, kayaking, and several frisbee and golf courses, and much more!

Come for the night or stay for the week! Guests will be given code for entry and keys will be inside upon arrival. House is equipped with full kitchen and everything you would need and more for the best stay ever.

Oskaloosa is home to Iowa’s Best Burger served at highly acclaimed Wood Iron Grill, set on one of our beautiful golf courses. Walk downtown, enjoy our family owned eateries, shops and coffee houses. Bike or jog on miles of trails surrounded by native prairie grasses and bubbling streams or tour the woolly mammoth museum and soon to be finished solar system walk about. You will be close to lakes, a winery & cheese factory. You will have full access to YMCA located within walking distance of this property. Kayak, bike & golf club/discs upon request.

With an active and talented chamber, historical society, arts and conservation board, Mahaska County is a gem for natural learning and adventure.

Bike Trails and Bike Rentals:
We have a wonderful 14 mile bike trail that goes all around Oskaloosa through restored prairies, woods, and farm fields and has a good variety of entry and exit points for most of us who may not have time for the whole route. Travel easy and rent a bike from Nostalgic Rides in Oskaloosa at 207 A Avenue East, right next to the well loved dutch bakery - Jaarsmas. At Nostalgic Rides, there are a few high demand experiences such as the Schwinn bicycle built for two and the adult Tricycle, so if those two would be a must for you, let us know and if they are available, we'll be sure to reserve them for you!

Outdoor Explorers and Nature Enthusiasts:
There are over 1700 acres of forests, wetlands, prairies and parks to explore in Mahaska County and 20 separate parks, river accesses and wildlife areas with over six miles of maintained trails cared for by our local conservation board, in addition to both Keomah State Park where there is at least 5 miles of hiking and Oskaloosa's 14 mile bike trail. Check out Mahaska County Conservation Board website or stop in at their beautiful education center, which houses all kinds of nature displays and live animals and not only offers weekly activities, but has a wonderful entry point for Oskaloosa's bike trail This center is conveniently located between the cabin and Oskaloosa (2342 Hwy 92, Oskaloosa), not far from our wonderful Stam's Greenhouse, mentioned somewhere in these details.

Link to Keomah State Park: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Iowa-State-Parks/Lake-Keomah-State-Park

Property manager

Christian & Melissa Ray

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart speaker
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Sunny chalet close to biking walking trails historic downtown.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. to the airport?

This vacation home is 62.1 mi (71-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. to downtown Oskaloosa?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Oskaloosa.

Sunny Cottage: Fire pit, close to biking & walking trails and historic downtown. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and comfortable

We had a great time there. We were very comfortable and cozy. We felt at home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

Very clean and nicely appointed! We enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax in a very clean setting

So cute and clean. Everything you would want in your stay to a new area. Wonderful host and town. We didn’t want for anything. Book and Relax, it was so pleasant not to worry about getting check in information in time! Sent to us in plenty of time. If clean is important to you, like it is for us, not to worry here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay.

It was a great place for my daughters to stay and host a family wedding shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Diana D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation 2024

Love the house and location. This is our second time staying here. We had a small issue with the smoke alarm going off and it stressed out our dogs otherwise we had a great time!! Highly recommend this home!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable home to stay in

Same as above
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

WPU Parent

Perfect place for the family to stay while visiting for WPU graduation. It is a great little cottage and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oskaloosa iowa

This was a perfect cottage for us. Will try & be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob D., Waconia mn

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving stay

We stayed over Thanksgiving and accommodations worked perfectly ... cozy and cute and great access to the trail! Instructions were clear and host was easy to work with ... thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and cozy

This home is very cute and homey. The host is very nice and easy to talk to. We will definitely stay in one of their homes again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness

our stay

Excellent as always! One of our favorite places to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely weekend spot

Gathered with two friends for a getaway weekend, and the house was a lovely spot for that. The hosts had great communication and there were so many thoughtful touches. The house was clean and cozy, a great spot for some R&R on a rainy weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nora B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved the house. It was immaculate and had everything we could need.

The outside property was really cute with chairs in the front and back. We loved the fire pit and really enjoyed the fire we had one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Sunny Chalet

Visited our son at William Penn- the house was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ethan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location

This place was fantastic. Close enough to everything so that you're 5 min from anywhere you want to be but you're not in the thick of things. I would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet O., Mpls, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, comfortable and clean

The sunny cottage was a great gem to stay at while we were visiting our nephew at W.P. It was super close to campus and town. The place had everything we needed plus. The owners were so helpful and quick to respond with information about the town or anything else we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mycaah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage

Clean, modern and cozy! Absolutely wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Racing weekend

The Sunny Chalet met my expectations. This was the second time I've stayed here. The hosts communicated well with me and relayed local weekend activities. My family enjoyed a nice fire in the back yard one night. Enjoyed nearby Knoxville Raceway and Marshalltown Speedway. Took in the Tassel Ridge Winery and the Nearwood winery in Knoxville. Great weekend getaway. The Sunny Chalet is clean, spacious and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angee B., Benton, AR. UNITED STATES

Liked: Cleanliness

Moving son into Penn

Perfect place to stay for moving our son into Penn. Located between the school and the lovely downtown area. Home is very cozy, decorated lovely, and beautifully landscaped yard. A true gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick get away.

We enjoyed our stay while making a quick trip to Iowa. Our primary reason for the trip was a return visit to Winterset. We stayed closer on prior visits so we wanted to explore a new town. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, Nice place

It was so nice sitting back and relaxing at the Sunny Chalet. Every thing we needed was provided for us. The host were very attentive to our needs. Plenty of room and every thing worked! We will try to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eli S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

My wife and I had a perfect stay at the sunny chalet. We ended up having to spend more time at the place than we planned, and found it very warm and comfortable. Christian and Melissa are accommodating hosts and nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique small town experience

Sunny Chalet was perfect for our family. We appreciated all of the information provided by the hosts and found the property well stocked to enjoy all of the area’s activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha "Marti" S., Bonita Springs, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy home for a Visit to Oskaloosa!

I stayed at this clean and cozy home in mid-June of this year and really enjoyed my stay there. The house had all the conveniences and comforting decor as well. The kitchen sink window looking out at the large backyard ( with 4 Adirondack chairs & a fit pit) gave me a great Iowa-girl-returned- to-her-home-state feeling.. The computer area nook was a good spot for getting work and communications done while in town. I love the town of Osky! Their downtown area (w/ Eagle's Nest Christian bookstore--outstanding, and The Book Vault--also outstanding and beautiful city square is always a pleasing, interesting place to be. The local people are very helpful, friendly, to fun to talk to. I would stay again at this location in Oskaloosa and thank the hosts for their care and professionalism in offering this house for a comfy stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Trip Weekend

My friends and I loved staying in this home! It was super clean, had everything we needed, and felt comfortable and safe. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022