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Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Living area
Featuring unique hand stained tongue & grove pine wall, main floor layout
Living Room View

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, IA
  • Harpers Ferry City Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Yellow River State Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King Bedroom - Lower Level

1 King Bed

King Bedroom - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Queen Lower Level

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi

This beautiful cabin offers a welcoming retreat for year-round relaxation boasting direct river access and views for your stay. Nestled in the heart of the Mississippi River Valley, Harper’s Ferry offers a wide array of activities including river and trout fishing, boating & water activities, nearby hiking, cross country skiing and bike trails, ATV, snowmobile, and horse trails. This cabin offers the comforts of a cabin river experience just minutes from Effigy Mounds National Park, Prairie Du Chien, WI and Lansing, IA.

Your stay on this riverfront cabin boasts direct river access with beautiful views of the bluffs and the Mississippi from almost every room. The large open floor plan main living area is attached to a spacious deck that overlooks the river, including outdoor dining/seating area and a L/P grill. Wi-fi and cable access allow for indoor entertainment, as well as a supply of board games, puzzles, and books.

This three-floor cabin is connected by a spiral staircase to each area. The Loft King bedroom includes bluff views from the Juliet balcony, stained glass art on windows and a large television with cable TV. A queen air mattress is also available for use.

The main floor includes a well-furnished kitchen including a gas stove, full size fridge with ice machine, microwave, assorted kitchen tools, coffee and K cup makers and supplies, assorted pans, baking, grilling and cook ware, seasonings, oils, and basic condiments. The living room includes a comfortable wrap around couch (offering sleeping accommodations with a full Serta Mattress sleeper sofa with foam topper), recliner and additional couch seating with a cable TV. The main floor bathroom includes a tub/shower combination with a large vanity and includes assorted beach and personal towels for use.
The basement level offers an additional two bedrooms, both with river views; a King bedroom and a Queen bedroom with full size bunk bed. These rooms walk out to the lower landing, with additional outdoor seating, a portable fire pit, a fish cleaning station with water hook up and a BBQ smoker with stairs that lead right to the dock on the river. The basement bathroom features a stand-alone shower and full-size washer and dryer, as well as iron & ironing board.

Access to the river via stairs offers two outdoor spots for boat parking and fishing (Iowa license required). Our large grass lot allows for parking of trailers and vehicles across the road during your stay.

Property manager

Christy Bouska
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Prior approval only; loss of deposit
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Upon approval - trained dogs; no pets on beds
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside -butts disposed properly

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Prior approval only; loss of deposit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Located in Harpers Ferry, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Marquette Depot Museum & Information Center and Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Blackhawk Junction and Riverside Square. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Harpers Ferry, IA

What's nearby

  • Harpers Ferry City Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Yellow River State Forest - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • St. Feriole Island Park - 26 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Pikes Peak State Park - 30 min drive - 28.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Spillway Supper Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lynxville Bar - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Spring Lake Inn - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Falling Rock Bar & Bait Shop - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Missfitz Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cabin with Access to Dock and Mississippi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Delphey Island and Harpers Ferry City Library. Harpers Ferry City Park and Bluffview Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dallas C.

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

Home Away From Home

Great retreat for our family and friends to spend some quality time together. Nice quiet neighborhood with great views of the hills and river. The house was very clean and had pretty much everything we needed, aside from groceries! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris f.

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

December

Exactly as pictured. Very well stocked and very clean. Would stay again for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne D.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay N.

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

Visit to the River

This was a very quiet place to stay right on the Mississippi River. We hiked at Effigy Mounds National Monument. Beautiful views of the river and so much history . VRBO was clean and comfortable. Beautiful room and decks overlooking the River.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tressa R.

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

Autumn on the River

Very nice property! Decoration was very "cabin-y" and view was amazing! The only negative for me was that the only was to get upstairs or down was a narrow, winding stair. We slept on the futon in the living room, though, and it was comfy! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

P C.

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

Great location

Fun stay, lots of activities provided
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Great stay

Amazing view from either deck. Starting each day with morning coffee, sunshine and spectacular view was a great recharge. Living room is very spacious. Bathrooms spacious, well stocked and great water pressure. Kitchen is well stocked as well. Neighborhood was quiet and a nice chill/relax vibe. Having the outdoor access to the bottom floor is nice for anyone with mobility issues, couple stairs vs the staircase was much easier for dog with mobility issues. All around great stay and highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvester Z.

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

Great place

Very cool place, solid dock for fishing. Couldnt ask for a better place to hangout for a weekend of fishing and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

stay

Enjoyed our time there. Was able to read some books that you had.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thaddeus J.

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

Fishing trip/weekend get away

Nice home on the river and within walking distance to the bars and gas station/market. Everyone was friendly and the views were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista H.

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

Fun river cabin

Super clean and cozy! A great place for families with boats.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Fishing trip

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEFF M.

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

Fun in Harper's Ferry, IA

Property fit our family nicely---cabin was well equipped with "extra's" (firewood, portable fire pit, grill w/propane, kitchen items etc. etc. Had no problem with communicating with our property manager and you could tell that she was willing to do what ever was needed to have our family enjoy our trip to the Mississippi River!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Excellent cabin!

I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness, location, size and amenities this property offered. It was very nice. Plenty of space inside and out. The outdoor area was perfect and welcoming! Great views of the water, beautiful deck, fire pit, grill, tables, chairs etc. I appreciated the coffee, toiletries and full kitchen amenities offered to the guests. We stay in PDC and Harpers Ferry every year, we will definitely be back and would stay at this property again. Thanks for everything and making our stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J L.

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

Beautiful Location

This is a great place to stay and relax. The house is well kept with a great view of the river. The house has everything you need for an enjoyable stay and the owners are responsive to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

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

Great Place

Our family had a wedding locally and this river cabin had all we could need or desire for family fun and comfort. From kitchen to bath to tool closet, this cabin was well equipped. Beds were comfortable and we even caught fish! Thanks for the fun family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana L.

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

Sister's weekend

Lovely, quiet accommodations. Wonderful, understanding host who was very gracious when our arrival date was changed due to one sister's husband died and we had a funeral - host was sincere and generous in our time of grief. Only reason for accuracy 4 stars was that there is spiral staircase that can be difficult to navigate and that was not pictured or noted. This place was otherwise perfect for us and we would highly recommend!! Lovely surroundings and comfortable, cozy home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA S.

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

Great view

We really enjoyed our stay here! While it is in a neighborhood, it was very quiet. We enjoyed being able to use the dock for our boat. The kitchen had a good assortment of pots/pans/utensils and the grill worked well. Loved sitting on the top deck overlooking the river. I will say the chipmunks on the deck were fun to watch and kept our dog entertained from the living room windows ;) Hope to return! There is some great hiking in the state forest nearby and lots of things to do in Lansing and Prairie Du Chien. It rained a lot of our stay so did a bit of exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Great place

Beautiful surroundings and space. Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R., Owatonna

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

Comfortable and quiet

We all had a really nice time. I was super thankful I could bring my dog and my parents were super thankful they could bring their boat and have private dock access Fishing was decent lounging on the water was great. Only 2 smaller issues, could not locate the key to the front door (it was unlocked when we got there) and the door never locked. I have mobility issues and if you have any this is not the property for you unfortunately! I could tell but the pictures it would be tough but all and all we are all very happy! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue A., Stacy Mn

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

Good place for a river visit

Although the water levels were very low due to drought conditions, our stay at the cabin was good. It has an interesting layout & seems to have plenty of room with it being spread out on 3 levels. The spiral staircase was not a problem, but bring smaller bags if you are going to the top floor. It was easier on my knees than my conventional stairs. Enjoyed the patio, deck and balcony deck. Walk to lake a bit challenging on suspended ramp. Good place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

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

Fun on the Mississippi river

We had a great time on the River and surrounding towns. The spiral staircases were a challenge for us 77 year olds, but we made it work. We would stay again anytime! Christi was always prompt in replying to any questions. Much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Yearly vacation

Great place to stay on the Mississippi!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Z.

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

Nice rustic setting

The A frame property was exactly as listed. It was just fine for our group of 5. We were attending a nearby blues festival and it was a pretty drive to Prairie du Chein every day. The house was very clean and well appointed. We used the electric griddle for French toast and bacon and it was perfect. The grill worked awesome for the filets we cooked and oven as well for baked potatoes. Take special note of the spiral stair cases up and down to reach all the bedrooms. It was not an issue for any of us but elderly could have an issue potentially. Watched the eagles every morning and when we were home we spent the entire time on the upper deck. Lots of wildlife and beautiful bird sounds!!! Be sure to head to the free public beach at the Wyalusing recreational park. Super clean sandy beach for the 90 degree day. In the Mississippi we did see a big snake swimming by the dock - really cool and big! Overall a great place to stay Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christy Bouska

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We have vacationed in Harper's Ferry since the early 80's when I was a young girl. It was our solace and get away from our busy lives, looking at the river, the birds and nature. It was a quick walk to the dock for a boat ride for fishing, skiing, hitting a sand bar or just sight seeing. In the winter we would go sledding and tubing on some of the hills nearby. A quick drive to Lansing, Prairie du Chien or other towns, we were able to find something to do, eat or explore if we wanted to. Now we share these memories with our children, our extended families and friends, and we want others to share our cabin with others.

Why they chose this property

Our view and direct access is amazing. We have spent many hours watching birds, boats, stars and nature right in front of us. Its open floor plan allows for conversation and relaxation. It is steps away for fishing off the dock, even without a boat. And grilling while looking over the river- its amazing.

What makes this property unique

Amazing views, lots of outdoor space, and relaxing atmosphere. Family antiques, unique décor and other fun oddities are throughout the house. We have provided lots of games, indoor and outdoor, to have fun. Our cabin is designed to relax and unwind.

Languages:

English

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