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The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

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A compact living space with a purple armchair, a small side table, a mirror, and a kitchenette with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A single-story house with a front porch, a visible mailbox, and a number '308' on the door.
A living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A dining table with a red and white checkered tablecloth, a vase with flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Feels like home
    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Wellman, IA
  • Place, Kalona Historical Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Frytown Conservation Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Wellman

Wellman is home to this holiday home. Outlets Williamsburg and Westcor Business Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Frytown Conservation Area and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, wildlife walks and hunting.
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Map
Wellman, IA

What's nearby

  • Kalona Historical Village - 10 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Frytown Conservation Area - 17 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 24 min drive - 35.8 km
  • University of Iowa - 30 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 33 min drive - 50.8 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DJ's Casual Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Well - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Los Amigos Taqueria - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 11 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 located?

Situated in Wellman, this holiday home is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Kalona Historical Village and within 20 miles (32 km) of Frytown Conservation Area and Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. University of Iowa and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Shanty! The location was great for us to be able to attend a Hawkeye football game and then retreat to the rental to relax afterwards! The Shanty is fully stocked and well maintained. The cleanliness was top notch and we can't wait to stay again! We will definitely be back when in the area for a game! A great find in Wellman and an excellent host! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and set up for our arrival. The house had everything we could have needed if we had forgotten something. Beds were firm, which we loved, and comfortable! If we ever come back down this way we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice space for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
After several nights in hotels having the roominess of a little house was refreshing. Really liked the small town Iowa atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy cottage in a quiet town. Just the thing for two tired travelers and their two tired dogs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot The shanty was excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our visit in the area. The home was cozy and perfect for our stay. NO issues at all and loved the high speed internet and the snacks!!! All good and extremely great value for all you get.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, very generous with supplies and goodies! Auntie’s Shanty is a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stay. It’s a nice and cozy place to stay. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, quiet and clean property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My little dog and I had a great stay in Wellman, Iowa! The location was great and within walking distance of town. It was nice to have off-street parking, and it really did feel like staying at my quirky aunt's house (complete with butterscotch candies). The bed and couch were both comfortable. I had everything I needed and then some... there were snacks in the cupboard, some staples in the fridge, and even some extra bathroom supplies in case I forgot something. It was only about a 10 min drive into Kalona, which I visited quite a bit. Thank you for being a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Cute place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and accommodating.The house was great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well-stocked with small snacks, drinks, and toiletries. There are always plenty of blankets and pillows. Neighborhood is quiet and feels safe. There is a Dollar General very close if there is something you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay

Cute place and was a comfortable stay for our family while traveling through the area. Lots of little touches that made it extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly host
Stayed 22 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication before, during and after our stay. An abundance of snacks and food available to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house

More amenities than the Hilton, I enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2025
Thank you for the gracious review. 👩🏼‍🌾
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and Comfy

We were happy to find this little house, it was comfortable, quiet and very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little place that had everything we needed! The snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time staying at The Shanty. We had a very nice time. The house was very clean and quiet. We will be back. Love that it is pet friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Recommended

We had a very nice stay. Incredibly stocked and it was cozy and easy. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A charming stay in a beautiful town

Such an amazing stay and so much extras on the property, felt at home right away and rested very well. Very well equipped property, it was a breeze finding the basics at the house and I can tell there was so much thought and attention to detail from the host 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Iowa Auntie really makes you feel like your staying at your Auntie’s house and she has thought of everything you might need to be comfy and feel at home. She was so kind to leave some food and snacks for us. It made our transition super easy while traveling. We were able to stay here to unwind and make day trips to visit family. It’s also a peaceful quote neighborhood. Thanks so much Iowa Auntie!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2026
🥰 Thank you for the kind words.
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