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Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)

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A spacious log cabin interior with a large living area, a stone fireplace, and a wooden staircase.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a wooden staircase, and a cozy seating area.
A spacious log cabin with large windows, a stone fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a microwave.
A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and various coffee-making equipment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This cabin accommodates 12 guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It offers activities like motorboating, hiking, and biking nearby. Outdoor areas include a patio, while a golf course is available in nearby locations for sports. Explore Coralville Lake and Brown Deer Golf Club in the vicinity.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Toys
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, Coralville Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown Deer Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)

ARTSY. GRAND. SECLUDED. And only 15 to downtown Iowa City. Nature inspired touches adorn this bright and airy log cabin. It is a place to slow down and indulge in nature, drink a glass of wine (or two), and let yourself disconnect and wander. With soaring ceilings, in-home surround sound and hand carved craftsmanship, we have designed the space for family and friends, creative retreats or BIG10 game weekends. There are 2 large living spaces and 2 kitchens for group gatherings or tiny nooks with cozy seating for quiet alone time. Enjoy our gardens and koi pond in the spring, grilling on the porch and Coralville Lake in the summer (only 1 mile away), wooded hiking trails only steps away from the cabin in the fall, and watch the snow fall while snuggled up on our luxurious velvet couch in the winter!

LOCATION:
Conveniently nestled between Iowa City and North Liberty. Our whimsical lodge sits 3 miles off of I-80, only 7 miles (15 minutes) to downtown Iowa City and Kinnick Stadium, 1 mile to Coralville Lake and hiking trails, 4 miles to North Liberty all while enjoying the privacy and tranquility of being tucked amongst the trees.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:
Guests have full access to the cabin and all its amenities and surrounding 1.8 acres. The door has a digital lock to make your stay easy and keyless. There is a camera on the Doorbell that faces away from the house. Light breakfast is included in your stay, please specify if you have any food allergies or preferences when booking. We enjoy hosting and if you wish for us to pop by and say hi we would be more than happy, just say the word!

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
If hosting an event, you must inform us.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure grill propane tank is off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
For your safety, no swimming, fishing, or boating in the koi pond.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3146336vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: If hosting an event, you must inform us.
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, a first aid kit 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

Iowa City

Wickham, a neighbourhood in Iowa City, is home to this cabin. Johnson County Historical Society and Iowa Old Capitol Building are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Liberty Centre and Coral North. Travelling with kids? Consider University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • Coralville Lake - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Brown Deer Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • University of Iowa - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Coral Ridge Mall - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Depot Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brown Deer Golf Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barrett’s - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown) on 12 Jan 2027 start from AU$3,256, 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 Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Must Stay- Gorgeous Secluded Log Cabin! (15 min from downtown) located?

This family-friendly Iowa City cabin is located in Wickham, within 3 mi (5 km) of Coralville Lake, Devonian Fossil Gorge and Muddy Creek Preserve. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are also within 6 miles (10 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 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

Family getaway

Great time! We all had a blast, and more than enough space for three families.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Weekend

The house was perfect for a family weekend to celebrate a graduation! Plenty of space and comfortable bedding! We were able to enjoy the outdoor deck area as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay!

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay - you’ve thought of everything. Your place truly made our event special. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious!! Many places look spacious in pictures, but this place was as advertised!!Plenty of space and very well equipped! Lots of little details make it special!Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

The house was as advertised- lots of room and easy location to get to Iowa sporting events!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are a group of seven 76-year-old women who have known each other since grade school. Even though we currently live in 4 different states, we try to gather once every year or two. We could not believe how lucky we were to have found this house. It had everything we require: beds enough so we each have our own, a kitchen stocked with everything we need to prepare great meals, a dining table large enough for us to gather not only for meals, but for card games or yakking, and a degree of cleanliness that we don’t always find. The house was SO incredibly perfect for us that we are talking of coming back next year.I, as the group organizer, had a few questions for Kate both before our arrival and during our stay. She always responded very quickly. Check in was a breeze. I cannot recommend this house highly enough. Very close to town but also very secluded and quiet.Thank you Kate and Laurie for keeping such a beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful inside and out

Our family gathered together with their families at this beautiful house in the woods of Iowa City. We all had our own rooms and bathrooms, we were wonderfully surprised by the well stocked items in the kitchen and availability to use and enjoy everything that was inside for us use as well. Then outside.. ponds trees and to be able to walk about and enjoy all the surrounding areas! The host was very accommodating to us as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home for football weekend

This home was awesome. Better than the photos. Our group of ten were in for the Iowa football game and couldn’t have been more pleased. We felt like we were in a mountain ski lodge ( in Iowa!). Spacious. Huge kitchen. Gas grill. Decorated beautifully. This is the nicest VRBO home I have rented in 15 years. Our host even left us a homemade blueberry breakfast cake. I would highly recommend this home to any large group. Thank you Kate for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Volleyball Trip to Iowa

We had a great stay, we came to Iowa to play in a High School preseason tournament. We were looking for a house that would fit the 12 players, coaches, and parent drivers. There was plenty of space. We also were looking for something that would allow the ladies to hang and connect as a group and leading into the season, and there was more than enough space in the house to allow them to have their time as a team. The house was well supplied, and we were able to make all our meals at the house and eat as a big group. The house was everything we were looking for, and we had an amazing time. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location for any Iowa City activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kate Callan

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We are Laurie and Kate (mom and daughter). We both work in healthcare but love to create and host cozy spaces for family reunions and creative retreats. Reach out to us if you are interested in having a quilt retreat!

Why they chose this property

Want to feel like you've left the hustle and bustle of the city but still be in the city? This is a great escape from the everyday; enough luxury to make you feel grand and enough homey touches to make you feel cozy.

What makes this property unique

This is a very unique craftsman log cabin stay. You can enjoy the gardens and koi pond in the summer and the cozy log cabin feel in the winter.

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