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Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!

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Stunning two-story home with a central entrance, porch, and garage doors.
Situated on a well-maintained lawn, this serene shed offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by trees and a bench for relaxation.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, dishwasher, and ample counter space.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, bookshelf, and fireplace.
Enjoy meals in this well-appointed dining area with a long table and modern kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61333 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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 manager

Bridget & Tim Schlein

Languages

English

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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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

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

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

Map
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

  • ‪MJ's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪T J's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Luana Tap - ‬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.

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.

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Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl G.

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

Very Nice

Cozy home, quiet neighborhood, close to drift less area … clean and hosts thought of all the amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Floutisha Y., Houston

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

Great stay

The host live next door but still gave us privacy they were so nice they allowed the kids to play on the playground equipment and eat fresh berries 5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxann K.

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

Weekend Reunion

We enjoyed the stay and loved the amenities. Very clean and nice touches to make the stay enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Close to family

Convenient to family, clean, comfortable. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

gail L.

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

Home away from home

Perfect place to stay! Very comfortable and relaxing. Host thought of lots of little thinks to provide safety and security. Very quiet and peaceful! Would not hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

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

Lovely Home

This was our third visit, we love the comfort and cleanliness of this home. It has a great space for family dining. Great location, quiet neighborhood to enjoy the front porch. The family enjoyed s’mores in backyard firepit. Lovely home to visit family, we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

katie j.

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

Family Weekend Stay

This property was charming and meticulously well maintained. They had every possible thing available to you in the home from laundry detergent to Saran Wrap etc. Definitely one of the nicest homes I’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare T.

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

Perfect Quiet Getaway

We had a blast at this spot, the owners were very sweet and took great care of it. Monona is a sleepy Midwest town that is a great break from the city. Our dogs enjoyed the stay as well, and the house was perfect for all of us. The neighbors were kind and the owners cat came to greet us every morning which was adorable. Thank you for an awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Wonderful Family gathering spot

Our family came to visit my sister who lives locally. Our Easter dinner at the house was memorable. We loved the layout and cleanliness of the house. We cooked Easter brunch an dinner at the house and had all the cookware and supplies to make it feel like home. We will certainly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Clean, Cozy, Comfortable!

We really enjoyed this house. The big dining table was perfect for meals and games with our friends, and we really appreciated the clean and fully appointed kitchen. Beds were very comfortable, bathrooms clean and filled with what we needed. Our dog was obnoxious, but the neighbor dogs were super nice to him, anyway. This is a little gem in Monona.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

No one special

Five out of five.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

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

Quiet and peaceful

It was a lovely time, with many of options to enjoy with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Visit family

Clean, comfortable house close to family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Charming

The host has thought of everything. My family enjoyed our visit in this well-equipped home. We would definitely stay here again if we’re in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect home away from home

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. It was a great home away from home for a few days. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher E.

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

Awesome

Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Janice M.

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

Close to attractions.

Beautiful home on the edge of town. Great amenities! Close proximity to several state parks and national monuments.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

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

Great Spot For Adventure

We had a great time in Monona and surrounding areas. Easy access to good fishing, hiking, and breweries!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Great for visiting family!

Perfect place to stay while visiting family!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jeffrey V.

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

Quiet get away

Cute little house on quiet street on edge of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

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

Great Stay!

The property is beautiful, great for families or couples! Nicely decorated and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Edge of town, neat and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayme G.

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

Fun river stay

Great place that's close to a ton of activities. Very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Beautiful home in a lovely location!

This was a great place for our little family to stay while we visited relatives nearby. We had plenty of space and were grateful to be able to travel with our dog, an important part of the family. This house was clean, well supplied, and has all the great features described and pictured on VRBO. We especially enjoyed the backyard, with the fire pit and neighboring horses. We also thought the beds were quite comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

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

Great vacation spot

This was a wonderful property for a family of 6 to hang out. The house had all the amenities that we could possibly want. The neighborhood was quiet. The owners were very nice and left lots of information about the area. A nice little orange kitty stopped by daily for some outside pets. The town was super easy to navigate by car or on foot. There's a nice trail close by. And there were tons of fun trails/towns/events within driving distance. I would recommend highly recommend this listing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021