Monona is centrally located 35 minutes from Decorah, IA; 10 minutes from Yellow River, and just 20 minutes from the scenic river towns of Marquette & McGregor, IA and Prairie Du Chien, WI.
You’ll have the entire fully furnished home with room for up to 6 guests. The living room is equipped with a 50 inch flat screen TV and a comfortable couch. High speed Wi-Fi included. Full kitchen with a gas range, dishwasher and eat in dining area overlooking the backyard. The master bedroom has refinished hard wood floors and a comfortable queen size bed. The other two bedrooms are adjoining rooms with full size beds, separated by accordion style doors for privacy; this set up is perfect for guests staying with little ones. The full bathroom is newly renovated with modern finishes. All bedrooms and the full bathroom are on the second floor.
Outside there is a brick patio and deck seating area with a gas grill and picnic table, plus a wood fire pit area (wood included). The home is located in a neighborhood at the edge of town with backyard views overlooking fields and a pasture. An occasional train goes by and there is a small farm next door with chickens, a dog, and two horses.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well behaved dogs allowed, bring own pet supplies.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please lock all doors when leaving.
Please remove shoes.
The living room fireplace is for decoration only.
There is no street parking during the winter months.
Campfires should be out completely before turning in for the night.
No loud music, quiet time at 10pm
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Monona
Located in Monona, this holiday home is in a rural area. Villa Louis and Effigy Mounds National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Marquette Mitigation Sites Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Driftless Area Wetlands Centre - 21 min drive - 26.8 km
Effigy Mounds National Monument - 30 min drive - 35.9 km
Pikes Peak State Park - 30 min drive - 29.7 km
Yellow River State Forest - 35 min drive - 34.8 km
Restaurants
Center Street Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Subway - 19 min walk
Luana Tap - 6 min drive
TJ's Pizza (monona) - 2 min drive
Heidelberg Pub & Eatery - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Froelich Foundation Museum, Volney Park and Spook Cave. Rossville Park is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away.
Reviews
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This was our third visit, we love the comfort and cleanliness of this home. It has a great space for family dining.
Great location, quiet neighborhood to enjoy the front porch. The family enjoyed s’mores in backyard firepit.
Lovely home to visit family, we will be back.
We had a blast at this spot, the owners were very sweet and took great care of it. Monona is a sleepy Midwest town that is a great break from the city. Our dogs enjoyed the stay as well, and the house was perfect for all of us. The neighbors were kind and the owners cat came to greet us every morning which was adorable. Thank you for an awesome stay!
The house was perfect! The house was very clean and welcoming. The beds were comfortable and coffee on the front porch was relaxing. The backyard was great too. We were lucky to see a spectacular sunset from the backyard. Highly recommend this house and I would stay here again next time I am in the area.
We loved our stay! Tim and Bridget have put lots of love into updating this house while keeping much of its original charm, like built-in shelves. My husband, our daughter and I had plenty of space, even with our daughter's dog. We had treats awaiting us: items for s'mores for us and a dog biscuit in the bowl for Bagel. The street is so quiet that it's hard to believe we were in a town. City in the front; country in the back! The location was perfect because we were within 20 minutes of several towns to explore. We spent one day in Elkader browsing the antique shops and also visited Prairie du Chien, McGregor and Marquette. We never cooked while we were there, but the kitchen was fully stocked if we had chosen to eat there. If you have children, the house is well stocked with books and games. Our bed was super comfy. Two thumbs up for the Monona Guesthouse!
Our family came to visit my sister who lives locally. Our Easter dinner at the house was memorable. We loved the layout and cleanliness of the house. We cooked Easter brunch an dinner at the house and had all the cookware and supplies to make it feel like home. We will certainly return.
This property was charming and meticulously well maintained. They had every possible thing available to you in the home from laundry detergent to Saran Wrap etc. Definitely one of the nicest homes I’ve ever stayed in.
The host live next door but still gave us privacy they were so nice they allowed the kids to play on the playground equipment and eat fresh berries 5 stars
Perfect place to stay! Very comfortable and relaxing. Host thought of lots of little thinks to provide safety and security. Very quiet and peaceful! Would not hesitate to stay again!
We really enjoyed this house. The big dining table was perfect for meals and games with our friends, and we really appreciated the clean and fully appointed kitchen. Beds were very comfortable, bathrooms clean and filled with what we needed. Our dog was obnoxious, but the neighbor dogs were super nice to him, anyway. This is a little gem in Monona.
My family and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. It was a great home away from home for a few days. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Cute little house on quiet street on edge of town.
Jeffrey V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bridget & Tim Schlein
I grew up in Illinois but after graduating from college in Dubuque, Iowa, I loved Iowa so much I decided to stay. I met my husband Tim at our mutual friend’s wedding and we got married in 2010. We always thought we would stay in Dubuque but found ourselves wanting our children to have the same small town experiences we had growing up. A few years ago, we decided to relocate to Tim’s home town of Monona to be closer to family. We love the many outdoor activities and experiences our family is able to do here. We hope you enjoy your stay!
Why they chose this property
Tim and I were excited to purchase this home in 2019 after the prior owner approached us about buying it. I love to decorate and we are “do it yourselfers” as much as possible with the help of our supportive family. We thought this was the perfect opportunity for us to have a space for our family and friends to stay when they visit and fill the lodging gap in our community.
What makes this property unique
From original woodwork to the hardwood floors, this house has lots of historical charm. The front porch is the most peaceful place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the world go by.
Languages:
English
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