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Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley

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A log cabin interior with a wooden bench, a table, a door leading outside, and a calendar on the wall.
A green building with a porch and a gravel driveway.
A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a dog.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a refrigerator, and a countertop.
A cozy log cabin interior with a wooden dining table, leather sofas, and a bench.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Pilot Mound, IA
  • Place, Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Seven Oaks Recreation
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Boone Speedway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley

Cabin sits on almost 2 acres right across from the Des Moines river , boat ramp just 1/4 mile away . Home has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing get away in the woods . Cabin is log and knotty pine inside . This cabin was built by my father in 2003 as his retirement home . We welcome well trained dogs , there is no fenced yard and lots of timber all around so we recommend keeping on leash as there are lots of deer crossing thru property daily . Boone is just a 10 min drive , Ogden 15 min . Don Williams recreation is also just 5 min drive . Come relax , rewind and just enjoy the peace and quiet of the country .

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2960962vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pilot Mound

Pilot Mound is home to this cabin. Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum and Farm House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Iowa Arboretum and Furman Aquatic Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Trice Stadium or Boone Speedway.
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Pilot Mound, IA

What's nearby

  • Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Birthplace of Mamie D. Eisenhower - 14 min drive - 17.5 km
  • McHose Park - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Seven Oaks Recreation - 18 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Boone Speedway - 19 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ginwood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Krause Basement Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪XS9 Cabin And Party - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Minnie's Garden Grilling - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley?

As of 11 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$414, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Cabin located in beautiful Des Moines River valley located?

Situated in Pilot Mound, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum, Kate Shelley High Bridge and Birthplace of Mamie D. Eisenhower. McHose Park and Gabrielson Clinic for Women are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal home. The inside is very comfortable, cozy. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, cookware, cooking utensils. Bedroom huge, mattress on the firm side, bedding very comfortable .Bathroom clean, huge with full shower, whirlpool tub.Many soft towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2026
Hi Rose :) just wanted you to know for future stays there’s a remote on the nightstand for the sleep number mattress :) so you can control if you would like it softer . Glad you enjoyed your stay :) you left the house beautiful
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway, clean little cabin. Ceiling fan stopped working but those things happen. Overall we loved the place and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect I couldn’t have asked for a better property to stay in for my trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean. The kitchen was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin in the woods! Quiet and secluded. Which means me and my hubby were very content. Did not want to leave. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a peaceful place. I grew up just south in the Des Moines river valley and have missed the timber and river. Woke up to a doe and 2 youth. Great place and it had everything needed plus
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at this lovely cabin and there is a reason we came back—it is so beautiful and peaceful and definitely a reasonable price for the stay. Heather is an amazing host. Highly recommend! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy the quiet and secluded area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a peaceful place !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great weekend here! We really chilled out & took in the peaceful surroundings. We brought our golden retriever and she had an amazing time. The house has everything you need. We had a fire in the fire pit outside both nights and that was really fun. I highly recommend staying here. We would love to go back sometime. Also the host is very nice and easy to communicate with. This is definitely a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was lovely, Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is just as beautiful as it looks! Quiet secluded location and it comes with Amazon prime for movies, plus a great stereo system equipped with CD's and DVD's of all kinds. A short drive to Boone. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful cabin and property. Everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful cabin! My wife and I travelled with our two Bassett Hounds for a quick weekend away. Very quiet and peaceful and only 10-15 mins from town if you need anything. Couldn’t recommend this place enough
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 days of secluded, peaceful, northwoodsdecor cabin, very well stocked kitchen and bathroom. Good communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was very beautiful and accommodating. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cute cabin!!! Felt very homey thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third trip to the cabin and it was lovely as always. Thanks for sharing your home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the quiet, peaceful location of this property. It was well furnished and very clean. The cabin was exactly what we wanted for this trip and the property didn’t disappoint!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a very relaxing weekend. Played some board games and watched some movies. Didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. Cabin was cozy, clean and had everything you could ask for. Great getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third stay here, and it’s quickly become one of our favorite places to get away! We absolutely love the peace and quiet out in the country - you really feel like you’ve escaped the “real world” for a while. We love the location as a springboard to small-town Iowa and some of the best bike riding trails we’ve found.Heather is an awesome host, and we really appreciated the personal touches she added for our visit. We will definitely be back again!
Des Moines River from High Trestle Bridge (between Woodward and Madrid)
Cool artwork along the bike path
Each Iowa county has a Freedom Rock - this one is at the High Trestle trailhead in Woodward
Bike path across the High Trestle Trail
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway for a work retreat! Really, really comfy and clean. More than I expected! Only downfall was I didn't have cell service (Verizon) and that made me a little wary, being in the middle of nowhere. Internet was perfect. Overall, it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
We are thrilled that you enjoyed the cabin! There is a note written on the cover of the Welcome Notebook with the WiFi password that says you will need to have ‘WiFi Calling’ turned on (on your phone) in order to get cell service. Wish we could’ve helped with this during your stay!

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