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Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
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Charles City, IA
- Mooney Art Collection6 min walk
- Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park9 min walk
- Charles City Arts Center10 min walk
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!
The charming two story home can comfortably accommodate up to ten with its four bedrooms, each equipped with a queen sized bed plus a couch that folds out in the main floor living room.
This home is great for those times when when family gathers, such as holidays, weddings, funerals, and reunions. Or if you are working in the area and are looking fir a place that feels like home, this is the place for you! As well as families that use our property as a home base while in the area, we frequently have work crews that stay at the home, either on the week nights or for full weeks/months. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms plus the living space within the property ensure the property works for multiple uses.
There is one bedroom and a full bath in the main floor (plus the couch that folds out. Three bedrooms and the second bathroom are located in the second floor. All of the bedrooms are equipped with queen sized beds. There is a recliner in the living room for those that prefer to sleep in a recliner.
Much of the original charm of this older home had been preserved and blended with the convenient updates.
Two sunrooms, one in each floor, will invite you to linger over your morning coffee or evening
The50 inch flat screen in the living room as well as the 32 inch wall mounted tv in the kitchen are SMARTVs allowing you to use your personal applications/subscriptions. . Wireless internet is available throughout the house, too.
The kitchen is equipped with full sized appliances including a gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator with ice maker. A full sized washer and dryer is nestled in a closet in the kitchen.
There is a nice selection of dishes and cooking utensils, too. You will find both regular and Keurig coffee makers. There is typically a starter supply of coffee, filters and coffee pods at the home.
Each floor has its own furnace and central air unit to ensure comfortable temperatures throughout the home with each floor controlled by its own thermostat.
We offer keyless entry. You will receive an email at the time of booking that will include an access code, access information and additional information about the home. Please ensure that you have the access code and information when you arrive at the property.
Charles City is home to a white water kayaking course, several nice parks and trails for walking, golf courses, a vintage and well maintained low cost movie theatre (Seniors are $2!), bowling alley, variety of restaurants and churches of several denominations.
Saturday mornings in the summer are a great time to hit the Farmer's Market located downtown. You will find a great selection of local produce and baked goods. Main Street has a number of stores with an interesting collection of offerings. There are second hand stores in the community that provide the opportunity to search for that unique item or great bargain.
This home is great for those times when when family gathers, such as holidays, weddings, funerals, and reunions. Or if you are working in the area and are looking fir a place that feels like home, this is the place for you! As well as families that use our property as a home base while in the area, we frequently have work crews that stay at the home, either on the week nights or for full weeks/months. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms plus the living space within the property ensure the property works for multiple uses.
There is one bedroom and a full bath in the main floor (plus the couch that folds out. Three bedrooms and the second bathroom are located in the second floor. All of the bedrooms are equipped with queen sized beds. There is a recliner in the living room for those that prefer to sleep in a recliner.
Much of the original charm of this older home had been preserved and blended with the convenient updates.
Two sunrooms, one in each floor, will invite you to linger over your morning coffee or evening
The50 inch flat screen in the living room as well as the 32 inch wall mounted tv in the kitchen are SMARTVs allowing you to use your personal applications/subscriptions. . Wireless internet is available throughout the house, too.
The kitchen is equipped with full sized appliances including a gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator with ice maker. A full sized washer and dryer is nestled in a closet in the kitchen.
There is a nice selection of dishes and cooking utensils, too. You will find both regular and Keurig coffee makers. There is typically a starter supply of coffee, filters and coffee pods at the home.
Each floor has its own furnace and central air unit to ensure comfortable temperatures throughout the home with each floor controlled by its own thermostat.
We offer keyless entry. You will receive an email at the time of booking that will include an access code, access information and additional information about the home. Please ensure that you have the access code and information when you arrive at the property.
Charles City is home to a white water kayaking course, several nice parks and trails for walking, golf courses, a vintage and well maintained low cost movie theatre (Seniors are $2!), bowling alley, variety of restaurants and churches of several denominations.
Saturday mornings in the summer are a great time to hit the Farmer's Market located downtown. You will find a great selection of local produce and baked goods. Main Street has a number of stores with an interesting collection of offerings. There are second hand stores in the community that provide the opportunity to search for that unique item or great bargain.
Property manager
Linda Kobliska
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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About the area
Charles City
Charles City is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Winterink Woods and Howards Wood Recreation Area, while Mooney Art Collection and Floyd County Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.

Charles City, IA
What's nearby
- Mooney Art Collection - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Charles City Arts Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Floyd County Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Carrie Chapman Catt Girlhood Home and Museum - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 3 min walk
- 218 Fuel Express Restaurant, Deli, & Liquor Store - 8 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 16 min walk
- Rick's Wagon Wheel Restaurant - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Lisa M.
6 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Blake V.
23 Feb 2025
Blake V.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Mark S.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Mark S.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dennis M.
16 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dennis M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis M.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting Trip
Dennis M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly P.
15 Dec 2024
Liked: Listing accuracy
Kelly P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Brent S.
5 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we needed
Brent S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cecilia H.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable & Conveniently Located
Cecilia H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula A.
10 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Paula A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
cheryl d.
1 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flower shopping
cheryl d.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Cecilia H.
26 Apr 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
We'll stay again :)
Cecilia H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
11 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Jessica S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dennis M.
8 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting trip
Dennis M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally B.
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and historical
Sally B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Merlin O., Missouri
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Merlin O.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Colleen
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Colleen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
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6 Aug 2023
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23 July 2023
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tiara F.
25 June 2023
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
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15 May 2023
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Angie B.
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About the host
Hosted by Linda Kobliska

We offer several guesthouses in NE Iowa including accomodations in Charles City, New Hampton, Alta Vista, Nashua and Elma. All can be found on VRBO.
Why they chose this property
We love older homes--both the quality and the charm attract us every time. This home has been well preserved and offers the space, location and amenities desired by travelers.
What makes this property unique
This property allows a family to gather at a price that compares very favorably to hotels. The two sunporches on this property add that very special touch of a "special place to gather, enjoy a solitary cup of coffee, read, or host happy hour." The kitchen and dining area of this home seem to be everyone's favorite spot because of its open floor plan. We're not a "new" or super "modern" property but we are comfortable, roomy and welcoming.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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