[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! Family-friendly vacation home in Monona ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42116300/42116226/15be1468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42116300/42116226/a7ede4c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42116300/42116226/ecfe27bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42116300/42116226/76c60290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42116300/42116226/1844f2ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61333 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! Monona is centrally located 35 minutes from Decorah, IA; 10 minutes from Yellow River, and just 20 minutes from the scenic river towns of Marquette & McGregor, IA and Prairie Du Chien, WI. You’ll have the entire fully furnished home with room for up to 6 guests. The living room is equipped with a 50 inch flat screen TV and a comfortable couch. High speed Wi-Fi included. Full kitchen with a gas range, dishwasher and eat in dining area overlooking the backyard. The master bedroom has refinished hard wood floors and a comfortable queen size bed. The other two bedrooms are adjoining rooms with full size beds, separated by accordion style doors for privacy; this set up is perfect for guests staying with little ones. The full bathroom is newly renovated with modern finishes. All bedrooms and the full bathroom are on the second floor. Outside there is a brick patio and deck seating area with a gas grill and picnic table, plus a wood fire pit area (wood included). The home is located in a neighborhood at the edge of town with backyard views overlooking fields and a pasture. An occasional train goes by and there is a small farm next door with chickens, a dog, and two horses. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,333 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58060000/58053300/58053262/11f17ece.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage on Main/Monona Iowa is in the middle of everything in the driftless area Monona - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 103 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=58053262&PinnedHotelID=58053262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104830000/104822700/104822631/23988025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy, secluded, peaceful, pond, fishing , swimming, cabin life, large yard area McGregor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=104822631&PinnedHotelID=104822631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108719700/108719681/98bbb995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom, 2 loft Park Model in campground in Marquette, Iowa. 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There is no street parking during the winter months. Campfires should be out completely before turning in for the night. No loud music, quiet time at 10pm ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Well behaved dogs allowed, bring own pet supplies. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack n' play, highchair, books/toys included ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! Located in the Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa! Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! Monona Centrally located in the North East Iowa Driftless Area! Conveniently Located in the Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa! ## About the area Located in Monona, this vacation home is in a rural area. Froelich Foundation Museum and McGregor Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Driftless Area Wetlands Centre and Eagles Landing Winery. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Monona travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Monona.dx553248634983494832) [View more Vacation homes in Monona](https://www.expedia.ca/Monona-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248634983494832-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.05315%2C-91.39695&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cvtLT493Chs8ax-aoEv1_a7kzgA=) Monona, IA ### What's nearby - Spook Cave - 19 min drive - 17.6 km - Driftless Area Wetlands Centre - 21 min drive - 26.8 km - Effigy Mounds National Monument - 30 min drive - 35.9 km - Pikes Peak State Park - 30 min drive - 29.7 km - Yellow River State Forest - 35 min drive - 34.8 km ### Restaurants - ‪Center Street Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk - ‪Luana Tap - ‬6 min drive - ‪TJ's Pizza (monona) - ‬2 min drive - ‪Heidelberg Pub & Eatery - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Froelich Foundation Museum, Volney Park, and Spook Cave. Rossville Park is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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