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Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area!

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Master bedroom, queen foam mattress.
Plenty of parking space in the driveway.
Cozy front porch, perfect for enjoying morning coffee.
Living room with comfortable couch and 50 in Smart TV
Spacious entry and living area, original woodwork throughout the house.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6124 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Monona, IA
  • Popular LocationSpook Cave16 min drive
  • Popular LocationPikes Peak State Park22 min drive
  • Popular LocationEffigy Mounds National Monument24 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n' play, highchair, books/toys included

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well behaved dogs allowed, bring own pet supplies.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please lock all doors when leaving. Please remove shoes.
The living room fireplace is for decoration only. 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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Monona

Located in Monona, this holiday home is in a rural area. Froelich Foundation Museum and Fort Crawford Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Driftless Area Wetlands Centre and Eagles Landing Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Monona, IA

What's nearby

  • Spook Cave - 16 min drive
  • Driftless Area Wetlands Centre - 17 min drive
  • Pikes Peak State Park - 22 min drive
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument - 24 min drive
  • Yellow River State Forest - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MJ's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Luana Tap - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪T J's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk

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 23 kg 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!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Centrally located in the NE Iowa Driftless Area! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Froelich Foundation Museum and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Spook Cave. Driftless Area Wetlands Centre and Pikes Peak State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Janelle N., Fort Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monona Family Reunion Weekend
This rental was very clean with lots of thoughtful touches like cold beer glasses in the freezer. There was everything you could need for a comfortable stay. The owner was responsive with messages and we really appreciated having the porch lights on in the evening!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grayson J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Dog-friendly Rental
Super cool house and an amazing view from the backyard. If you happen to find yourself near Monona, IA, definitely consider staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Bridget & Tim Schlein

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I grew up in Illinois but after graduating from college in Dubuque, Iowa, I loved Iowa so much I decided to stay. I met my husband Tim at our mutual friend’s wedding and we got married in 2010. We always thought we would stay in Dubuque but found ourselves wanting our children to have the same small town experiences we had growing up. A few years ago, we decided to relocate to Tim’s home town of Monona to be closer to family. We love the many outdoor activities and experiences our family is able to do here. We hope you enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

Tim and I were excited to purchase this home in 2019 after the prior owner approached us about buying it. I love to decorate and we are “do it yourselfers” as much as possible with the help of our supportive family. We thought this was the perfect opportunity for us to have a space for our family and friends to stay when they visit and fill the lodging gap in our community.

What makes this property unique

From original woodwork to the hardwood floors, this house has lots of historical charm. The front porch is the most peaceful place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the world go by.

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