Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA
Located in the Central Business District of downtown Pella, IA, your stay awaits in an adorable, fully remodeled historic house steeped in Dutch history and charm! Walk out the door to all the downtown shops and local attractions.
Plenty of space awaits your family or small group in this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house! A large king bedroom on the main floor, with a queen bedroom and a connected 3 twin bedroom upstairs. Beautiful modern bathroom and full kitchen, sunroom, 2 living rooms, laundry & business centers.
The main floor is a haven of convenience, comprising one bedroom furnished with a luxurious King-sized bed, a living room equipped with a smart TV and a spacious sectional couch, a stunning modern bathroom, and a well-appointed kitchen complete with a large dining table, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a coffee station, and all essential utensils and accessories. Additionally, a delightful sunroom offers a tranquil retreat, featuring an electric fireplace and picturesque views of lush tulip beds boasting over 3500 imported tulips from Holland blooming late April through mid May, as well as a distant panorama of the Vermeer windmill and the Molengracht with its Clock Tower. For added convenience, the first floor also houses a modern full-sized washer and dryer.
The second level offers a delightful bonus living space, perfect for young explorers. Two interconnected bedrooms comprise a Queen-sized room adorned with elegant furniture and finishings, alongside a charming kid's bedroom featuring a whimsical Windmill bunk-bed embellished with flowers, as well as a standalone twin bed. Additionally, there's a spacious Restaurant Diner play-set to spark their imagination. Another generous living area awaits, complete with an extra smart TV, a large workstation with FAST >600MB fiberoptic internet for your business needs, and a concealed cubby play area equipped with a children's kitchenette play-set. There is also a double-locking child safety gate at the top of the stairs.
Outside, indulge in the spacious front porch with rocking chairs and a side patio with seating and a gas grill. The side patio offers an additional side keypad entrance, with off-street parking in the backyard grass. Immerse yourself in the beauty of over 3500 imported tulips from Holland, spread across multiple gardens thoughtfully spaced around the property (tulips bloom late April through mid May).
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Pella
Pella is home to this holiday home. Bos Landen Golf Club and Tassel Ridge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Southern Iowa Fair. Travelling with kids? Consider McGrew Fine Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Knoxville Raceway.
Scholte House Museum & Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Molengracht Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
Culver's - 17 min walk
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA on 15 Sept 2026 start from AU$437, 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 Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Adorable Little Yellow House, Prime Location! Downtown Pella, IA located?
This family-friendly Pella holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Central Park, Scholte House Museum & Gardens and Molengracht Plaza. Central College and Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
10 out 10! Very family friendly! My kids loved all the little “surprises” in the house for them to play with. It was impeccably clean and well maintained. It was cozy and adorable. The amenities and sweet treat was just a bonus on top of the house. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend.
Mike and Holly were wonderful hosts they were available for any questions, left us delicious local treats and information regarding fun things to do in Pella. It was a great destination for a wedding and easy to walk to town and enjoy all the special shops in Pella
Very cute old house that has been beautifully decorated. Great location within walking distance of downtown. Hosts provided many amenities and even stocked a few beverages and bakery treats. Will definitely stay again in the future.
very clean and comfortable with little touches that made a difference for us: nightstands next to the bed that had chargers in them for our phones; labels for the light switches so we didn't have the trial and error of figuring out which switch to flip; board games that we didn't have time to get to, but still nice. A charming house that is in a quiet neighborhood but only blocks from downtown.
This little house is perfect for a weekend in Pella. Great location! We were able to walk over a block to town every day, and went a bit further to take our 3 year old to the park.
The Little Yellow House was a great stay for a family of four. Every detail is thought out. And a great location a block from downtown Pella and a short walk to the college. Would/will definitely stay here again.
We loved this house. It was very comfortable, cute, and cozy. The hosts thought of . everything. Pella is delightful and we hope to stay at the little yellow house again.
Exactly as described! Very adorable home and would stay again!
Very neat, clean and welcoming. Charming little yellow house with everything we needed and more. Hosts were easy to communicate with and answered any questions we had. Will definitely stay again and highly recommended!
We had an absolutely fantastic stay! The house was spotless, stylishly decorated, and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The host was welcoming and responsive, providing helpful local tips and even leaving some sweet treats from a local bakery!! The location was perfect, walking distance to great coffee shops, restaurants and the downtown area. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!!
This was a perfect place for four Kansas City gals in town for shopping and visiting. Within walking distance of the shops and restaurants, a short drive for anything else we needed. The house was very clean, stocked with everything we needed (Cokes and Diet Cokes after a long night were PERFECT), and the beds were so comfy. Super hosts!
The house was excellent. Clean, bright, comfortable. Located super close to the main square in Pella, we enjoyed walking to dinner, breakfast and shopping. Really appreciate the waters and snacks that the hosts provided. I'd highly recommend this place.
We had a great trip to Pella throughly enjoyed the little yellow house. It was so clean and decorated so sweet. Thanks to our host and hostess. Delightful stay. I missed it had 2 floors. We were all over 70 and while not disabled some had mobility issues I thought I had a house with all bedrooms on the first floor.
We had a great time staying at the Little Yellow House and in Pella. The house was beautifully furnished with lots of amenities. It was close to downtown and all the cute shops. The hosts met our needs quickly and were available by a call or email. I would recommend the Little Yellow House to anyone staying in Pella!
I stayed at this property with a group of girls all 18 plus. Before my stay I was given everything I needed to know about the property and local attractions. When I arrived the house was very clean and decorated for the Christmas season! The hosts provided everything someone would need for their trip to this area. I would recommend this VRBO to anyone and am thankful for the hospitality of the hosts!
Location is everything--so easily walkable to downtown (2 blocks)! We came a week before the Tulip Festival and had wonderful weather, saw beautiful tulips and had lovely pastries. Host left us pastries and drinks which was a nice touch. The house had everything we needed for a 2 night stay. Clean, well stocked, it was just as the photos represented. The ramp outside was a winner as we traveled with a senior that sometimes uses a wheelchair. Host was very responsive both before we arrived and at check in when we had a minor glitch. Would definitely recommend and would stay here if we visit the picturesque town of Pella again.
The Little Yellow House was a great fit for our family. The house was clean, well furnished and very close to downtown. The area was safe and only a short walk to businesses and parks. Our children loved the windmill bunk bed, the toys and sitting on the outdoor porch. The hosts were very helpful in providing information and quick to respond, and even had treats, fruit and beverages in the refrigerator for us. We would definitely stay here again!
The charm and location of this lovely house were perfect for our family as we visited the Pella area for a few days. The house has everything we needed and the hosts went above and beyond with hospitality by providing a variety of drinks, fruit, and local bakery treats for our family to try. Sleeping arrangements were perfect for everyone in our family of six. Kitchen playsets, boardgames, and fun hide and seek spots kept our kids busy. The beautiful decor, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches are second to none. Instructions for checking in and our were very straightforward. Highly recommend this wonderful place!
What a wonderful cottage! Generous extra amenities!!
I couldn't wait to recommend this property! When my wife and I arrived with our three young grandchildren, we were met by Christmas lights on the front of the house, a beautiful Christmas tree, nativity scene on one of the fire places and other tasteful Christmas decorations that just made the place so cozy. It is obvious this is a VERY old home full of character, but we were SO impressed by the amazing job of remodeling and updating to be very "current" yet celebrate the beauty of the original home. The obvious original hardwood floors are gorgeous. We LOVED this home and will DEFINITELY stay again. A couple of little drawbacks people need to be aware of are: #1: the kids bedroom upstairs can only be accessed by walking through the main bedroom. #2: there are no TV's in any of the 3 bedrooms. That was a bit of a problem for my wife who depends on that to go to sleep. Even offering one bedroom with a TV would be helpful in this day and age. And, even though it is advertised correctly, there is only one bathroom downstairs so if you need to frequently use the bathroom during the night you will need to make sure you are in the downstairs bedroom. And, finally, the kitchen was really nice, but not stocked well with mixing bowls, baking sheets, etc. We made Christmas cookies and had a tough time mixing frosting, etc. as there were no mixing bowls at all. That could be improved upon. But otherwise GREAT! Nice owners too! Coffee, baked treats were awesome! Thank you!
Rich C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Michael Walsh
Hello, I'm you host Mike. My wife, Holly, and I reside in Pella with our young children. We're well-versed in the array of family-friendly activities this charming town offers, and we are happy to assist you in making the most of your visit to beautiful Pella, Iowa!
Why they chose this property
Nestled in the Central Business District of downtown Pella, Iowa, this location is unbeatable! Situated just a block from Central Square, where you'll find the lively central park and bustling local shops and vendors. Enjoy the convenience of walking distance to all downtown attractions in centrally located Pella. Plus, easy access to Central College and the Volksweg bike trail adds to the appeal of this prime spot.
What makes this property unique
Perfect location, adorable house (the cutest place to stay in Pella), and designed to include fun for your young explorers!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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