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Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Muscatine

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Muscatine, IA
  • Place, Wildcat Den State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Creek Grist Mill
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Muscatine Aquatic Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Moline, IL (MLI-Quad City Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Muscatine

On waterfront.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Muscatine vacation home, you'll find Wildcat Den State Park and Mississippi River. Pine Creek Grist Mill is within 6 miles (10 km) and Muscatine Aquatic Center is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Wildcat Den State Park - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Pine Creek Grist Mill - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Muscatine Aquatic Center - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Fairport State Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Muscatine Art Center - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tee's Ice Cream - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kühl’s Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬12 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.

Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

Originally built with four ponds to accommodate a Catfish Farm and Shitake Mushroom Farm - this property has been in the family for four generations. We are pleased to share this amazing property with your family to continue the tradition of enjoying life's moments. We consider this place a small piece of heaven in Iowa and hope you will too. The activities available range from fishing, swimming or kayaking, in our private ponds, bonfires, outdoor grilling, sunrise or sunset watching, hiking around the property, and so much more. The property is just minutes away from Wild Cat Den State Park, bike paths and the Muscatine River Front.

Rental rate includes a fully furnished house, full kitchen, washer and dryer, WiFi, gas grill (1 propane tank included), access to 4 private ponds (no fishing license required), 3 kayaks, adult/youth/infant life jackets, concrete patio with firepit and outdoor patio furniture, and 5+ acres of private country land access (surrounded by 40 acres of farmland). Thanks for considering Captain's Cove!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Take trash to small dumpster at end of driveway.
Return kayaks to rack on lower patio.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fireworks or firearms on the property.
No live bait (other than worms or insects) fishing in ponds.
No net fishing of any kind will be allowed.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.1 mi (37-min drive) away from the Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (18-min drive) from Buffalo Beach.

Does Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! to downtown Muscatine?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from Muscatine.