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Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21

Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21

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A grand house! Note:sister property  to left.  Rent Both to House 36 people!
Koehler Mansion ( in foreground Priester Mansion VRBO#817328) available to rent
View of Mansion from backyard.  Note circle porch, Juliet balcony, tower rooms.
The Grande Dame w. backyard circular porch in all her glory.
Entertain in Style!
Your hosts on the day after they completed the renovation.  900 guests toured!

Overview of Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
8 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 20465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Davenport, IA
  • Popular LocationAdler Theatre17 min walk
  • Popular LocationRiverCenter18 min walk
  • Popular LocationRhythm City Casino20 min walk
  • AirportMoline, IL (MLI-Quad City Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

2 Single Beds

8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 9

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21

WE OWN 3 PROPERTIES WITHIN 1/2 BLOCK OF EACH OTHER. (Vrbo # 817328 and Vrbo # 398617) The Grande Dame of the Triple Crown is finally finished after 3 years of painstaking renovations and decoration. With her sister mansion Priester House situated next door, you can now host up to 37 adults in both houses (Priester sleeps 16, Koehler sleeps 21 adults). and our Gaines orioerty sleeps 12. In this, our third house, known as the Koehler House and pictured here there are 8 full bedrooms each with a separate en suite bath.

A Queen Anne residence circa 1895 fit for one of the captains of industry of the Gold Coast. Built during the zenith of the neighborhood, the Koehler Mansion was built by Mr. and Mrs. Koehler to be next to their beloved daughter who had married into the Priester family and who lived next door. There is still a stairway connecting the two properties in the back yard. It is fun to imagine the grandchildren of the Koehlers and the Priester given free rein to run and play in both huge houses, watched by their adoring parents, grandparents and household servants.

The Koehler Mansion features a fully appointed kitchen with a fireplace and a large granite island around which to serve and circulate. A cozy breakfast room illuminated by a ship chandelier and the panes of hundreds of pieces of beveled glass. 14 adults can be seated comfortably in the majestic dining room which features a fireplace and seating around the dining table surrounded by a 360 degree scenic mural of the Mississippi River and paddle wheel steamboats.

There is a full walk-through butlers pantry featuring china, glassware and flatware for your use. There are three vintage tin ceilings in the kitchen, master bedroom and east bedroom, a magnificent entry way, and a total of five fireplaces in the house, all are fitted with safe electric log-effect heaters. In the entryway there is a chinese screen-enclosed alcove with a trundle bed for a person wishing to reside on the ground floor.
The circular outdoor porch in the backyard is magnificent and is the crowning focus of the house. The porch overlooks the river with peekaboo views. It overlooks both back yards and is a lovely place to enjoy the sun with its south-facing view that is shaded all day long.

By far the favorite public room in the house is the ladies parlor located just off the dining room decorated in soft blue and featuring its original Murano glass chandelier. Soft muted afternoon light and brilliant sunshine on wintery days make this a cozy gathering place that everyone will love. Every bedroom is decorated with an individual theme.

One the first floor there are the Chinese screened alcove with the trundle bed and a queen sized hide a bed in the ladies parlor. The ladies parlor can be made private by its original pocket doors. On the second floor

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Only well-behaved children - not childproof

Events

Events allowed
ONLY WITH PRIOR PERMISSION-NO COMMERCIAL USE EVER

Pets

No pets allowed
Furniture and rugs do not support pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not indoors-discouraged outdoors-use receptacles
Telephone Contact w/ Owner is Required Prior to Occupancy Misrepresentation of any kind-including Commercial Use is cause for cancellation w/o refund
No noise after 11 pm including no parties conducted outdoors after 11 pm If police are summoned by neighbors resulting fines will be charged to renter
No moving of furniture except chairs. No decorations on chandeliers of any kind-fragile antiques! Return chairs to original positions.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: ONLY WITH PRIOR PERMISSION-NO COMMERCIAL USE EVER
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Davenport

Located in Davenport, this holiday home is in the city centre. The TBK Bank Sports Complex and Arsenal Island Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mississippi River Project and Putnam Museum. Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds and John Deere Store are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Modern Woodmen Park - 13 min walk
  • Adler Theatre - 17 min walk
  • St. Ambrose University - 18 min walk
  • RiverCenter - 18 min walk
  • Rhythm City Casino - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Moline, IL (MLI-Quad City Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Miss Phay Cafe - 13 min walk
  • 392 Caffe - 11 min walk
  • Fricks - 15 min walk
  • Mac's Tavern - 13 min walk
  • Sippis American Grill & Craft Beer - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21 located?

Located in the heart of Davenport, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of German American Heritage Center and Mississippi River. Palmer College of Chiropractic and Modern Woodmen Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Our Family Stay
This was truly an eclectic property! We rented this house as we needed 8 bedrooms with 8 attached bathrooms. When we arrived one of the attached bathrooms had a broken sink and tub with notes attached to not use. Fortunately for us one couple was unable to attend so we used the extra room. After the first night, one couple said they froze. After investigation, they found one of the windowpanes in their room was broken out. With lots of renovation and regular maintenance, this property truly could be a jewel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Niels Christian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
This was the perfect house for us to stay at for a sibling who graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic. The distance from the college and shopping was perfect! All 8 siblings, parents and few others filled the house. Having our own bathroom for every room was a bonus! Plenty of room to gather on the main level too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Four Families vacation
We loved the house! We are 4 families who have vacationed together since our kids were pre-teen. They are now all out of college. There are 17 of us so we used every room. The guest to bathroom ratio was a huge plus for us. The home is beautiful and historic. The beds were comfortable the back porch and patio great for morning coffee or afternoon cocktails We found a booklet of historic homes in the neighborhood so we enjoyed exploring and finding them. Im greatful there are people with the vision and patience yo restore these historic gems.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Timeless Gem!
This house has such historical beauty! What a gem! We traveled to Davenport for our son's wedding and filled every one of the many rooms with our family. The bride's family reserved the companion home nextdoor making for a wonderful few days. Can't say enough about the uniqueness of this place from the artwork to the chandeliers, to all the detailed ceilings and fixtures. Everywhere you looked was a new treasure! We hosted the rehearsal dinner at this home and it was perfect! Lots of space for a gathering inside and out. The back porch was our favorite place to be - plenty of seating, a firepit, lots of string lights, etc. We didn't want to leave! A huge plus to this place was the abundance of bathrooms. Every room had it's own. We also appreciated the fact that there were two laundry rooms. Can't wait to see prewedding photos from the wedding photographer. He fell in love with the place and couldn't wait to have the opportunity to take pictures around the home. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Villa

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The Owners are proud to present their third restoration in the Gold Coast of Davenport. Here's Lois-an incredibly active and creative octogenarian. Who let that girl on a ladder? If you look closely at the mural in the dining room you will see that she painted some of it herself.

They drove through Davenport in 1964 on their way to the New York World's Fair.
Lois said to Maurice:
"I want to come back some day and buy a house on the Mississippi River."
50 years later they came back and bought Priester House and commenced restoring it to a single family home. To do so, they had to evict a bunch of bad renters-a host of raccoons. They couldn't believe their good fortune. A few years later Koehler Mansion became available next door. The following year, the Gaines Mansion was stripped of its copper plumbing and electrical wire. The City threatened to demolish it. In stepped Lois and Maurice to save it. They say that fools rush in. The owners reckon that they have stripped miles of woodwork. Lois has sewn yards of curtains and Maurice is a fixture at the local Home Depot. The friends they have made in the neighborhood, fellow restorers, are new friends for life. The Owners have imbued each of the 40 plus rooms of these houses with their talent, hard-work and good humor. As a guest, you will feel their spirit.

Why they chose this property

This the third and best of the three houses they bought to save them from the wrecking ball. See our other VRBO listings Priester #817328 and Gaines
# 398617.

All three are now complete and ready for rental.

What makes this property unique

The three houses are within the same block near the Centennial Bridge that spans the Mississippi River.
Gaines sleeps 12
Priester sleeps 16
Koehler sleeps 20
Together they sleep 48! Perfect for family reunions or get togethers

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