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The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

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Interior detail
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Wellman, IA
  • University of Iowa
    32 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    34 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium
    34 min drive
  • Iowa City, IA (IOW)
    33 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 7)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

All the comforts of home…..One bedroom shanty with the ability to sleep six plus one on the couch. Refrigerator and cupboards are stocked with breakfast staples and variety of snacks. Fully equipped kitchen including basic cookware. Bathroom with shower. Washer and dryer. Linens provided. No internet but there is a dvd player and a variety of movies. TV gets local stations. Located 30 minutes SW of Iowa City. Variety of attractions and things to do within an hour drive. Kalona historic/shopping, Riverside Casino, Amana Colonies, Iowa City, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Stead’s Children Hospital. Coral Ridge mall, the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk….., English River Wildlife Area offers hunting and non hunting activities. https://washingtoncounty.iowa.gov/facilities/facility/details/English-River-Wildlife-Area-7

Property manager

Jennifer aka the Iowa Auntie
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Max guests dependent on planned use of space.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Ask for special accommodations

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: Max guests dependent on planned use of space.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Wellman

Wellman is home to this holiday home. Tanger Outlets and Coral Ridge Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sunset Park and Lake Darling State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wellman, IA

What's nearby

  • Kalona Historical Village - 12 min drive
  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 25 min drive
  • University of Iowa - 32 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 34 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Well - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dj's Casual Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cilino's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 located?

Situated in Wellman, this holiday home is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Kalona Historical Village and within 20 miles (32 km) of Riverside Casino and Golf Resort and Sunset Park. University of Iowa and Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sehr zufrieden
Es hat uns gut gefallen und wir haben uns wohlgefühlt
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaintness Galore
Such a fun and quaint stay with some teens for a volleyball tournament. Met our needs perfectly and the snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 STARS!!
We love Aunties Shanty! The pups approved too. Cute, comfortable house with everything you need - like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Cute place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
Cute place and was a comfortable stay for our family while traveling through the area. Lots of little touches that made it extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Aunties Shanty
Everything was clean and was a nice break for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

NiCole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sister getaway
We arrived Saturday morning after some shopping and linch at the Foundry. Our host was generous to let us in early as we planned for only one day. House was decorated cute and had a fire pit setup. Neighbors were all really nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Wellman Iowa
The host, Jennifer really prepared for our visit. Fresh flowers in kitchen with food items in cupboards and refrigerator was so nice to have. A great selection of of coffees and hot chocolate was greatly appreciated. House was very clean and well organized. Even a bowl of candy! We would have liked to have cable tv and wifi. Not having wifi made it difficult to do any task on computers. Overall our visit was really good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little place that had everything we needed! The snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis on a hot day
Very clean and comfortable. Had every thing we needed and the air conditioning felt wonderful on a 95 degree day
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Their stay in Wellman
It is a beautiful cottage. Big enough to accommodate my mom and my sister. Everything was provided for washing clothes making breakfast and anything else that was needed. Very grateful to have this cottage so close to my home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming stay in a beautiful town
Such an amazing stay and so much extras on the property, felt at home right away and rested very well. Very well equipped property, it was a breeze finding the basics at the house and I can tell there was so much thought and attention to detail from the host 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time to come and Stay - Excellent
Thank you so very much! We came into town for a Baby Shower and our host was incredible! She even gave a gift for the shower - super incredible. The place was clean and stocked with anything and everything you could think of. Thank you from the Rutland’s
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved everything about this little home! It was so comfortable and was stocked with snacks and drinks galore! Lovely little shanty!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
Great time and great host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Cant say enough great things about the house and hospitality from Jennifer. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow factor
When you walk in the door the first word is “wow”! It’s really nice, clean and cozy. It’s like being home. The refrigerator, freezer and cupboards were stocked with food, drinks and snacks! My bf and I just kept saying wow! The super sweet host did not forget about pets with treats, bowls, etc! My dog made herself at home too! We came from Wisconsin and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

josephine c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey and welcoming, and an accommodating host.
I loved having a real kitchen since I like to cook my own meals. There was a great field to walk my dog. Everything in the house was impeccable and our host offered snacks for both me and my pooch. There's no WiFi so it's best to do all your WiFi business before you come. It's near the Kalona Museum about the active Mennonite community nearby. Wish I'd had time to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Auntie went above and beyond making sure if you forgot anything it was there for you. There was Evan toys and supplies for your dog. She thought of everything. Thanks Auntie for a great place for us to stay. Guy&Sheila
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warmth Hearty Home
Yes we definitely will rent it again May for sure, we love it so much it’s sooooo PEACEFULLY and HUMBLING in God’s hands home for sure… We enjoying wanna more stay there until we got our new home in Iowa City Iowa
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best spot!
We loved staying here. Jennifer was so incredible! She was responsive, helpful, kind — she even helped us book a night early. The shanty is spotless, the beds are comfy, and the kitchen is well-stocked. It was the perfect haven!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shanty>Everything
What a wonderful stay! I often visit family throughout the year and am glad to have found this place. I will definitely be renting the shanty every stay now. The Iowa Auntie really knows how to make you feel at home and goes above and beyond in her interactions. She's very transparent and thoughtful. 10 star if I could!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Shari M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Comfy
We were happy to find this little house, it was comfortable, quiet and very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My little house!
Just me in an area where you would not expect to find anything like it. I did and it was just what I needed. Quiet and clean and easy to use. Very happy to have found this unit and will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little spot for visiting family
We were visiting for a weekend to celebrate my grandfather’s birthday and needed a place to stay close to the facility where he lives. This spot was the perfect location for us to get a good night’s sleep while being a short drive from the weekend’s festivities. Jennifer was very accommodating and made sure the house was well-stocked and comfortable for us. We will look for this place again next time we are in town :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer aka the Iowa Auntie

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The Shanty was originally purchased to rent to our children but they have both moved to the city to find their fortunes. We found neither of us had any real desire to be landlords so the house was sitting empty. UNTIL I realized that it was perfect to host family that is visiting from out of state. Which just naturally evolved into the idea of listing it as a rental. I was sure that there would be other people that have family in the area that would be happy to find a place to stay locally to avoid all the awkwardness of staying with family. My husband was skeptical but I am happy to say he was proved wrong which he has graciously accepted and now he helps with all the cleaning and preparations. I couldn’t do it without him.
The place got its name from my nephew and niece referring to my sister and I as the Iowa Aunties. I loved the moniker. And I love rhymes and puns and being silly. And hence was born The Iowa Aunties Quirky Little Shanty. Which is a pretty apt description of the place. 👩🏼‍🌾 If I say so myself.

What makes this property unique

The Shanty is quirky in a number of ways. The original house was built in the 1800’s and was added onto a number of times but always in what seems to be rather small additions. What has resulted is a small boxy cabin with floors that are different levels. That is sitting on a spacious lot with a garage/shed that is probably larger than the house.
I have a lot of ideas about upgrades and amenities I would like to add, almost too many…
Definitely will be adding outside entertaining area.

Languages:

English

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