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Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City

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Spacious, bright kitchen
Great gathering space with kitchen and dining areas visible to each other.
Table seats up to eight.
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City

Quiet farm-field view on 4 acres, straight shot to Iowa City and Amana. Close and simple access to I-380, I-80, North Liberty, Cedar Rapids and Kalona. Spacious, bright and complete kitchen, breakfast bar/work station, dining table up to 8 seats with sliding patio-type windows providing a relaxing environment and fresh summer air. Well maintained, extremely clean, comfortable living room. Queen, Double for total of 4. Ranch style--2-steps up to enter from outdoors or garage. This property is best suited for adult guests and children 8 and above. Check it out--we would love to host you!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
7-10 days prior to arrival, info and rules will be emailed. No drips/ drops on light carpet and upholstery. Leave house clean and undamaged.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2189103vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Amana Meat Shop and Smokehouse and Amana Furniture Shop are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Westcor Business Park and Coral Ridge Mall. Iowa Children's Museum and Raptor Center are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Oxford, IA

What's nearby

  • F.W. Kent Park - 4 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Amana Colonies National Historic Landmark - 5 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Amana Colonies - 9 min drive - 17.1 km
  • University of Iowa - 13 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Depot Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old Roy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Millstream BRÄU HAUS - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Amana Colonies Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Millstream Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural Acreage, entire house, 20 min. to Iowa City located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of F.W. Kent Park and Amana Colonies National Historic Landmark. Clear Creek Nature Area and Deerview Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Would stay again.

We loved our stay. Very relaxing away from everything.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021
William was a wonderful guest leaving the house in great shape. He is polite, kind, considerate, thoughtful and his communications were helpful. We would welcome Bill back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRY and LYNN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was a nice quiet family friendly retreat. All of the amenities were as advertised. It was close to stores and restaurants and above all Kinnick Stadium which was the purpose of our trip. Would definitely stay there again if we were in the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Very thoughtful and considerate guests. The house sparkled, laundry was minimal, and virtually no trace that they had been there. Thank you for this bonus to our housekeeper!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi I.

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

Country living, close to amenities.

Felt so comfortable there and loved the area. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Bobbi is very, very welcome to stay again! The house could NOT have been left any more perfectly; difficult to know they had even stayed!! Thank you, Bobbi!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson P.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful property in a scenic location. I had a terrific time here and can’t imagine anyone not enjoying their stay at Stop The Clock.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

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

Fantastic stay

I highly recommend this property, host kathleen is wonderful and the property itself is comfortable, clean and makes you forget your not home. Thanks Kathleen!
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey F.

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

Just like home!

Perfect stay in rural Amana country. House was very homey, clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Hostess was great and her brother who we met is a great guy!! Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Blessed to stay at Stop the Clock

The Oxford house is beautiful and peaceful. Our family loves staying here. The hosts are gracious and thoughtful. We appreciate the attention to detail in the house, with amazing towels, excellent kitchen, and beautiful surroundings. We are always blessed to stay at Stop the Clock.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

We love this place!

Peaceful and beautiful. Convenient to all Iowa City/Cedar Rapids area locations. The owners are THE BEST hosts. Our family has stayed here multiple times. We’re always thankful to be able to stay in such a clean, comfortable, and well equipped home.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

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

Cozy and peaceful

The home is lovely. Quiet farm area with quick access to shopping, food, and entertainment. The house had all of the amenities we needed and was very comfortable. Will for sure be staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

holly d.

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

All the comforts of home

This property is a little remote but had everything we needed. Perfect for family gatherings! Owners very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

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

Rural living

We stayed for family reasons. All live in vicinity, so it made a good place for our base. The property was great and the hospitality of the host was fabulous.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Ron and Jan are welcome back any time! So friendly, generous, helpful and they win the prize for leaving the house in impeccable condition. It was a special treat for us to become acquainted with them and to communicate before, during and after their stay. We highly recommend them to future hosts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful views out every window. Peaceful and quiet. We love staying here each time we come to the Iowa City area. Thank you for always making us feel welcome!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Stop The Clock

Kathleen and her brothers were excellent hosts and a shinning example of Iowa hospitality! It's very clear that their family home ( built by their father) has been well maintained and cared for. The location was beautiful, peaceful and tranquil... I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Time Stand Still

Kathleen is so nice to work with. The home is super clean. The yard is very nice and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome spot

We had a wonderful time - very pleasant and relaxing. As we have relatives in the area, it was a great place for us to gather. The patio is awesome, great views including a huge old oak tree. We spent a lot of time there - coffee & breakfast in the morning, dinner in the evening. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

House on farm

Very nice. Just like the listing. Good stay for a good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dixon J.

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

Great family with a farming history

Awesome experience. Got to talk to a couple of the family members. Great people. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2023
Dixon and his family are welcome back anytime. They were very respectful of the house rules and left the house in wonderful shape! For the children: kudos to the kiddos!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Farmhouse

We had a wonderful, comfortable stay. The setting was very quiet, everything we needed was on site and when a problem arose help was on the way immediately. Great experience. Thank you very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Perfect

Stop the clock was the perfect stay for our family. Only a short drive to our event in Coralville. A big yard for our two young boys to play. Loved the farm county. The Host family members we talked to were all very friendly. Would recommend to others that prefer a simple home instead of a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Location

Location Location Location on this one! A Beautiful country home surrounded by farm land. We even got awesome farm fresh tomatoes delived to our door. If you are looking for a relaxing beautiful country home this one is for you. It made our getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Perfect access to Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area

Stop the Clock’s location is perfect. We have stayed in this beautiful home several times. The location provides easy access to Cedar Rapids/Marion and all Iowa City area destinations. The best part is the PEACE and QUIET! The farm is so beautiful. The mornings are tranquil here, especially with a nice cup of coffee, looking out at the Iowa landscape. After visiting friends and family all day, we love to come back to the house and enjoy the peaceful property. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

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

A Wedding Time To Remember

Stop The Clock is a cozy, clean house, with a great view. We loved coming "home" each night from busy wedding activities. The beds are very comfortable. We also loved waking up to watch the sun rise as we sat and drank our coffees at the kitchen counter. Kathleen is the best host, so friendly and helpful. She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay. We are from out of state,and she even helped us find the best local pizza place for our son's wedding rehearsal dinner. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

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

Wonderful, relaxing weekend

My best friend and I were looking for a quiet weekend away and this property delivered! The house was so clean and well cared for. It felt like visiting grandma’s house. We loved it! Add to it a beautifully cared for lawn and yard surrounded by fields and horses! The location was so close to Iowa City, but we felt like we were so much further away. The owner left a binder full of information - including the story of the house and it was beyond helpful! She was also incredibly responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Much better option than staying at any hotel

Lovely home about 15 minutes away from the facility one of my athlete was competing in in Coralville (just outside of Iowa City). Check in was a breeze, and there was plenty of space inside and outside to walk around and enjoy the time we had outside of competition. Wifi was free, and fast enough to stream Netflix on the television as well as other things on the laptop at the same time. Plenty of room available for cooking and dining. Would highly recommend for anyone that wants to be close to Iowa City, but far enough to be able to relax without all the noise and bustle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2021
Jason is 100% welcome to stay with us again. The house was left in impeccable order and he was so polite and prompt with pre- and post-stay communications. It was our privilege to host him!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H.

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

Immaculate Country Getaway

Stop the Clock was the perfect getaway place to celebrate my parents 44th wedding anniversary. The house was immaculate and it felt so homey and inviting. Sitting on the patio and listening to birds chirp and the occasional cow moo was perfect! We loved hiking at FW Kent which was right down the road. We also took the ride to Maquoketa Caves State Park which was amazing! We also went to Lake Macbride State Park and Palisades-Kepler State Park which were also close enough by and beautiful to see. I would highly recommend Stop the Clock and hope to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Zimmerman

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Family of six siblings offering parents' former residence for short-term rentals. Extremely clean and well-maintained property. Built by a modest farm couple who believed in quality, endurance, and taking good care of everything they worked for.

Why they chose this property

Originally a working farm; house designed toward retirement; well-maintained; a glimpse of the 80's; functional, comfortable, home-like.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, private, simple.

Languages:

English
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