Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven.

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New in 2025; great for sunset viewing.
The cottage is quiet with good car access to come and go as you please.
Great room is equipped with a smart TV, library, white board, books, and games.
New and full size appliances, filtered water, coffee, kettle, and cookware.
Enjoy the open floor plan with ample sun. The couch folds out into a queen bed.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Indianola, IA
  • Place, Warren County Fair
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Simpson College
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Des Moines Metro Opera
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Indianola

Located in Indianola, this holiday home is in a rural area. Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park and Lake Ahquabi State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Warren County Fair and Blank Performing Arts Center. Carver Cultural Center and Buxton Park Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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Indianola, IA

What's nearby

  • Warren County Fair - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Simpson College - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Des Moines Metro Opera - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • National Balloon Museum - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Blank Park Zoo - 19 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sports Page Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage getaway perfect writer's retreat or a couple's haven. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Warren County Fair, Warren County Historical Museum and Blank Performing Arts Center. Des Moines Metro Opera and Simpson College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been our yearly getaway since our wedding weekend! We've stayed here 5 years and it's been amazing every single time. Beautiful place, kind people. Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean, well stocked with toiletries and kitchen utensils. The outside view was so peaceful and the hot tub was a nice perk! The cottage is just a short drive to shopping and great restaurants. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean place with great view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive and so helpful with planning etc. great experience in a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great just wasn't able to get comfortable. Bed was ferm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is absolutely lovely! It is spotlessly clean, well stocked, has very comfortable beds, and in a perfect location for peace and privacy. I have stayed here before and it exceeded my expectations. Casey and Jenn are wonderful hosts - so helpful and so nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year staying here. We stayed here after our wedding and every anniversary since. Ever single time, this one included, the place has been clean, beautiful and the hosts have been wonderful. The hosts are great people who run a perfect getaway spot. My wife and I highly recommend this location to anyone for any occasion looking for a nice, quiet, modern farm setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the country!

Absolutely beautiful place to stay. Owners are incredibly helpful and responsive. We can’t wait to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star accomodations & property

Recommend to all our friends
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Convenient to both Indianola and SW Des Moines, but definitely out in the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Des Moines Area Getaway

We really enjoyed the space, communication, and location of this getaway. Being 20-30 from Des Moines, it’s a perfect weekend getaway. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage! Enjoyed our stay very much would definitely stay there again. Very clean. Was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Added bonus was to have a washer and dryer. Special thanks to the hosts - very easy to communicate with!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monarch Country Cottage

Really enjoyed the well done, stylish and well supplied country get away. Great proximity to our friends and family. Peaceful setting!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, we were greeted by Ryder () and his mom with pastries from a local bakery which took care of breakfast the next morning.Was so nice to have bath towels which actually wrap around a zaftig sized woman rather than washcloth size!We asked for recommendations of places to eat and chose Wilson’s Orchard which served an amazing lunch!Great, quiet little get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

This was a great stay. We are so happy with the setting, the property and our hosts! It was very relaxing and wonderful. We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome little place in Indianola countryside

Stayed a few days after RAGBRAI - to get to a Festival. Weather didn’t cooperate- but loved our stay. Several friendly energetic dogs in the area- enjoyed 2 “visitors”. Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

This is by far the nicest property we have stayed at through VRBO! It was perfect for the two of us - clean, comfortable, modern, and a lovely quiet rural setting - but close to other towns and the "big" city for leisure activities. We will find a reason to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Complete relaxation

The house is very tastefully decorated with everything you could need. Check in & communication with host was a breeze. Thoughtful host host left delicious treats for is . Property is relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monarch Cottage, June 19-25

Quiet. Peaceful. A beautiful setting. Very comfortable. Spotlessly clean. My week's stay was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Very quiet rural setting. No stones unturned. These hosts have thought of everything one would need for a getaway!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Little Cottage

We used the cottage as home base for visiting the bridges of Madison County—about 25 minutes away. The cottage is on a peaceful little farm and has everything you need for a wonderful stay. Communication with the property owners was great throughout. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for a restful getaway to farm country!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for #48

My husband and I celebrated staying in State Number 48 in this cool modern farmhouse. What a great place!!! The windows frame the sunrise over the hills just like a painting!!! The owners are great and one of their cats was happy to give us a tour of the farm. A suuuuuper friendly neighboring farm dog joined my husband on his run and made for an adorable start to his day. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern farm house

Set off a dirt farm road in rural Iowa, a very few minutes from Indianola, this is a most modern and delightful home! Great light, warm even on the coldest days (with in-floor heat!), with the most up-to-date appliances and conveniences; we couldn't have been happier with this house. We also enjoyed the animals, especially the dogs who visited.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and peaceful

This place is great! Spacious and relaxing. The design of the place is well thought out and I enjoyed watching the sunrise each morning. I used my time here to vision cast and business plan so the whiteboard was a just right bonus. There is a path to hike around the property, outdoor patio, porch swing, all the things you need to enjoy a bit of Iowa county. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

My wife and I stayed at the property for six nights, and we were both very happy with the rental. Everything is as it is pictured, and the rental is well stoked and very clean. Casey and Jenn are great hosts. They communicated with us throughout our stay and even left us a tasty treat. We have stayed in many rental properties and this has been one of our favorite places! We will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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