[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub Vacation home in Washington with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91011200/91011178/26f756cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91011200/91011178/acc194ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91011200/91011178/cc8ca210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91011200/91011178/1e83e41b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91011200/91011178/798fe40f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In this historic remodel, charm meets craftsmanship and character. Enjoy cocktails in the parlor or a movie in the living room with your crew. Take your morning coffee on the quaint breakfast porch, and enjoy white linen sheets and duvets on all beds. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub Old house lovers buckle up! This historic remodel is brimming with charm, craftsmanship, and character. Built to entertain couples, friends, family, or groups seeking a retreat, this house will keep your crew cozy, curious, and inspired. Enjoy cocktails in the parlor, or bring the group together for a movie in the living room. Host a ping-pong tourney or keep things quiet with a book on the upstairs sleeping porch. Take your morning coffee on the quaint breakfast porch or front porch. This home has four upstairs bedrooms. The primary has a king bed and en-suite. Two bedrooms have a queen bed and the fourth bedroom has two full sized beds. On the main level, guests are free to add a supplied air mattress in the living room (made private with pocket doors). You’ll enjoy white linen sheets and duvets on all beds. Once home to IA's first female secretary of state, Ola Babcock Miller, this house tells a unique story. The original family boasted numerous notable accomplishments. One ran for governor. Another had the state library named after them, and another was named one of America's 100 most influential people after founding Gallup Polling, still in business today. After spending a year renovating the home, we aimed to keep its unique history alive. We picked historical colors: sophisticated greens and Midwest whites. We kept unique, antique light fixtures and saved the original fireplace (decommissioned), pocket doors, floors, and woodwork. All that's to say we sprinkled modern touches all throughout. Whimsical wallpaper, fresh tile shower, and butcher block kitchen counters/stainless appliances were important to give guests an upscale, truly unique bnb stay. Like many old homes, this one has rooms on rooms on rooms. We imagined groups being able to split up and enjoy the home on their own while coming together at the end of the day. The butler's pantry, breakfast porch, sleeping porch, and parlor are unique rooms that allow guests to slip away for some privacy. We've called it the ultimate hide-and-seek house more than once. This home sits on a diverse street with some other neat old homes. Its proximity to downtown makes it ideal for guests who want to stay in a quiet location. Pop downtown during the day and enjoy Washington’s cafes and unique shopping options. Also check out Washington's Guinness World Record-Winning movie theater. On S Marion you’ll likely see families out on walks with kids and enjoy additional privacy with front porch screens and privacy lattice on the south-facing deck. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Winery tours 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 ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Electric car charging station - Garden - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,700 square feet - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96517100/96517075/41e26b7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1895 Grand Victorian Lady 4 Bedrooms 3 Baths Lush Gardens Pet Friendly Gorgeous! 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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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area Washington is home to this vacation home. Kalona Historical Village is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fern Cliff County Park and Lake Darling State Park. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. [Visit our Washington travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Washington.dx6034671) [View more Vacation homes in Washington](https://www.expedia.ca/Washington-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6034671-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%7C41.29552%2C-91.69344&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ei23oC0fM-QygAFwkq5yOAsWrNI=) Washington, IA ### What's nearby - Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Madison Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Washington City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Sunset Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Conger House Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km ### Getting around - Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬3 min drive - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk - ‪Frontier Family Restaurant - ‬7 min walk - ‪lebowski rock and bowl - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub located? > Situated in Washington, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Madison Park, Central Park, and Washington Public Library. Washington City Hall and Sunset Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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