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Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets

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Interior
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bellevue, IA
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets

If you love Frank Lloyd Wright you will love this cottage. Taking over 2.5 years to build in a secluded cedar woods, surrounded by bluffs and perched on top of the landscape. The original Frank Lloyd Wright cottage (Seth Petersen) is the inspiration to build this cottage.

When you walk in, you still feel like you're outside. The flying roof with only the glass to hold it up. The original structure was built in 1959, we tried to create the 50's feel with retro appliances and a space age feel (in the bathroom).

Once you're all set we'll provide instructions how one to access the key pad with your door code. Or, in other words no need to find us or where the key is hidden, rather punch in your code and wa-la the door unlocks.

We both work, but, we are around in the evenings and weekends. Only five minutes away if you have questions or concerns.

Hello, this is a remote cabin, or cottage in the woods perched on the bluff side overlooking a valley. When you stay, you will start at the bottom of the valley and drive all the way up to the top. This is where the cabin (or cottage) is located. Wildlife, trees, very peaceful as you are quite alone. No neighborhood for many miles.

You must have a automobile. This is a country cottage experience. The closest township is St. Donatus and good 1.5 mile hike.

You'll be over a mile away from the nearest township. Plan on being quite alone. I will recommend to go HyVee in Dubuque on Locust street. Quite a large selection (the flagship store in Dubuque) of food and spirits. Only 12 minutes away.
If winter booking, automobile must have front wheel or all wheel drive.
No climbing on bluffs
No outdoor shoes, bring inside shoes.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Bellevue

Bellevue is home to this cottage. Young Historical Museum and Grand Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Storybook Park & Zoo and ImOn Ice Arena. National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark are also worth visiting.
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Bellevue, IA

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake Cave - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 47 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Grant Park - 47 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Grant Home - 48 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 58 min drive - 67.1 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Los Aztecas - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Loose Moose Saloon - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Frank Lloyd Wright · Gorgeous Views, Sweeping Valley, Amazing Sunsets located?

Situated in Bellevue, this cottage is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Mississippi River and within 12 miles (20 km) of John Henry Weber Park and Aqua Park. Mines of Spain State Recreation Area and Bellevue Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Joe ODonnell

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For over 35 years Kelly and I have lived out here in the Driftless Area of Iowa, with the rolling hills and and small community of St. Donatus. I worked for John Deere for over 28 years, and love the outdoors, ranching, and keeping busy. My wife Kelly came up with the idea to build a cottage for our retirement years, and although successful at this project we felt we should share it when we are not retired.

Why they chose this property

A long time ago, 1993 we started looking for land out in the country like most people. Kelly found this place of 60+ acres and I fell in love immediately, it was a financial miracle to procure, but as luck would have it we were successful. The property has a few ridges overlooking the valley. One ridge has a beautiful view of the valley below with amazing sunsets. it was here we decided to build a cottage.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is an inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wrights “Seth Peterson”. Sadly, Seth never saw it completed and like many FLW projects ran out of money. However, if Seth had all the money, this is what the cottage would have looked like. Over a 100 tons of stone, heated floors, mitred windows, and best of all when you walk in, you feel like you are still outdoors. Simply amazing.

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