6/10 Okay
Amber P.
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Amber P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Holiday home in Kalona with kitchen
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Reviews
6.0 out of 10
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kalona, IA
- Place, Kalona Historical Village8 min walk
- Place, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort18 min drive
- Place, University of Iowa28 min drive
- Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Walkable Location | Close to Antique Shopping | 'Charming Kalona Cottage'
Experience small-town charm in the heart of Kalona. Just 18 miles from Kinnick Stadium and UI Health, this 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental suits football fans, medical travelers, and leisure seekers. Visit the Amish bakery, browse antiques, and explore the rolling countryside. Known for its Mennonite heritage, Kalona offers a window into Iowa’s rich traditions — and keeps you close to the pulse of Iowa City.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 queen bed
MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TV
- Books
- Front porch
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven
- Drip coffee maker (coffee & tea provided)
- Toaster, microwave
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fan
- Linens/towels, shampoo, hair dryer
- Hangers
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 5 steps to enter
PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- 1 block from Downtown Kalona
- 0.1 miles to The Vintage Society, English River Antiques & Collectibles
- 0.3 miles to Kalona Historical Village
- 0.2 miles to Kalona YMCA
- 18-19 miles to Kinnick Stadium, Carver-Hawkeye Arena
- 18 miles to Iowa City: Old Capitol Museum, University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, City Park
- 37 miles to Eastern Iowa Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 5 steps to enter
Experience small-town charm in the heart of Kalona. Just 18 miles from Kinnick Stadium and UI Health, this 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental suits football fans, medical travelers, and leisure seekers. Visit the Amish bakery, browse antiques, and explore the rolling countryside. Known for its Mennonite heritage, Kalona offers a window into Iowa’s rich traditions — and keeps you close to the pulse of Iowa City.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 queen bed
MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TV
- Books
- Front porch
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven
- Drip coffee maker (coffee & tea provided)
- Toaster, microwave
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fan
- Linens/towels, shampoo, hair dryer
- Hangers
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 5 steps to enter
PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- 1 block from Downtown Kalona
- 0.1 miles to The Vintage Society, English River Antiques & Collectibles
- 0.3 miles to Kalona Historical Village
- 0.2 miles to Kalona YMCA
- 18-19 miles to Kinnick Stadium, Carver-Hawkeye Arena
- 18 miles to Iowa City: Old Capitol Museum, University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, City Park
- 37 miles to Eastern Iowa Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 5 steps to enter
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Kalona
Kalona is home to this holiday home. Old Capitol Museum and The Englert Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Kalona, IA
What's nearby
- Kalona Historical Village - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 18 min drive - 20.5 km
- University of Iowa - 28 min drive - 36.0 km
- University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 30 min drive - 35.6 km
- Kinnick Stadium - 30 min drive - 35.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 6 min walk
- Tequila Grill - 3 min walk
- Los Amigos Taqueria - 10 min walk
- Kalona Coffee House - 2 min walk
- Kalona Chocolates - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
6.0
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Cleanliness
4.0/10
Check-in
4.0/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
6.0/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Evolve
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish
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