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Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens

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Terrace/patio
Master Bedroom
2nd Bedroom. Full Bed
Bathroom
Bathroom with tub/shower/jacuzzi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Council Bluffs, IA
  • CHI Health Center Omaha
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens

Best kept secret! Comfortable home in a safe and quiet neighborhood in the hills. Perfectly located for quick and easy drive to downtown Council Bluffs, bustling activity in downtown Omaha, CHI Center, Luminarium, Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, Softball Fields, etc.

Return from a busy day of activities to a peaceful oasis. Relax on the patio, grill out and simply enjoy the peace and quiet that surrounds you. Watch sunsets/sunrises on the horizon. Enjoy relaxing. Deer may wander through the yard - but they're quiet when they do.
This is best of both worlds - being on vacation with the comforts of home.
You can sleep comfortably so you're ready to do it all over again the next day!

Kitchen is fully stocked with cooking items, dishes, utensils, smoothie blender, waffle maker, etc. Icemaker in frig. Fully stocked coffee/tea/hot chocolate bar. Keurig, Bialetti espresso maker, regular coffeemaker- etc.

Laundry room - washer, dryer, soap/softener, iron and clothes folding table at the bottom of the stairs for guest usage.

Grocery store 3 minutes away - down the hill and around the corner for fresh perishables and big ticket items. (See Guide Book for details)

Parking in private driveway.

If you are flying in - Short drive or Uber/Lyft to downtown Omaha, Old Market, Airport, College World Series, CHI Center, Casinos, Henry Doorly Zoo, Joslyn Art Museum or Lauritzen Garden. - Best of all worlds.



IMPORTANT TO NOTE: This home is not recommended for toddlers or wildly adventurous youth. Inside: Home is not baby/toddler proofed. Stairs inside entryway lead down to laundry area and are not gated. Back patio area is edged, but not fenced with an intense hill/slope past edging. Great to watch the wildlife venture through, but extremely dangerous for wayward little feet. It is steep to the point of impassibility.
Children have stayed at the house and love watching the animals with no problems, but there are some for whom this would not be a good combo. Contact host if you have questions.

Property manager

sharon

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
House not baby/toddler proofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ON PREMISES. TREED AREA
No Overnight Unregistered Guests No Toddlers
Primary guest must send to host: 1. Picture of driver's license. 2. Age of guests under 18 should accompany their name.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Council Bluffs

Located in Council Bluffs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cornhusker Pointe and Westroads Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Manawa State Park and Fontenelle Forest. Travelling with kids? Make time for Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at CHI Health Center Omaha. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Council Bluffs, IA

What's nearby

  • Mid-America Center - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • CHI Health Center Omaha - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 21 min drive
  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria At ALHS - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy, Clean & Quiet. Home in the Hills. Close to DT Omaha; Market; Zoo; Gardens located?

This family-friendly Council Bluffs holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs and Alegent Health Mercy Hospital. Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Above and beyond.

From the start Sharon was very responsive and the communication was great. She gave us great recommendations on where to eat and what to do in the area. She knew it was my husbands birthday and she baked him a cake and cupcakes and even decorated for him. It was such a wonderful surprise for him and the cake was delicious! The house itself was so cozy, clean, and smelled wonderful. Everything was updated and decorated with great detail. The whole family really enjoyed our stay and I really appreciated our host. Thanks Sharon for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole G.

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

Really Wonderful

This was a fantastic place to stay! It was clean, a great location for us and Sharon went above and beyond for us during our time there. It was the best stay at a vrbo we have ever had they dont really compare 😄 Will definitely be staying here again when we come this way!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Cozy Hideaway

Close to the big city and tucked away. This was a great place to stay with family where you can go out out on the town and come back to Netflix and chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

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

Great stay!

Small, but quaint accommodations with all necessities and more. Super host committed to making your stay the best in can be- very communicative and accommodating! Excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marty C.

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

Wonderful home

Quiet place to stay while visiting the Omaha area. Close to the zoo and other attractions, but secluded enough for a quiet stay. Very clean. We all loved it. Hosts were great with communication and care, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

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

Nice house

Enjoyed the stay. All was well
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda s., ANITA, IA

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

Treehouse Cottage

It was overall a great experience staying for the weekend. The manager made sure we knew all the quirks about the property. We would highly recommend this property to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B., Aberdeen, South Dakota

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

Lovely home

My friend and I stayed at this vrbo for a concert and a weekend get away. We had a great time in Omaha and it was so nice coming back to a place that was cozy and felt like home! We already decided we will be staying here when we can meet up again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Treehouse

It was lovely!!! Decorated for Christmas. Shared some food. Watched the deer. Just a perfect little quiet place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Cozy and Comfy

We had a great time at the Treehouse! Very comfortable and cozy. Sharon was very kind and helpful. Great location that is close to all the attractions we went to, including the Omaha zoo, the garden,“Bob” the bridge, metro shopping mall, and the AMC movie theater. We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy U.

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

Honeymoon Getaway

The manager was very kind and had Champagne and chilled glasses and a charcuterie board of delicious treats waiting in the frig. Everything was clean and updated. Property waa close to everything we did. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Amazing!!!!

This was the best Vrbo we've ever stayed at! I would give it 6 or 7 stars if I could. The house was immaculate, the owner was great at communicating, provided info on the area and we all had a wonderful time. Beautiful house. Super clean. Quiet and safe neighborhood. I would go back to Council Bluffs if for no other reason to stay here :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

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

Relaxing retreat

We took a short weekend getaway for our anniversary. This was just the right spot. Relaxing, comfortable, quiet. House has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Property owner was extremely helpful as we researched a few small activities like figuring out logistics of visiting a local vineyard. Owner also went above and beyond in providing a thoughtful welcome for us when we arrived at the property. No complaints at all and give a happy endorsement!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

I rate this a 10!!!

I feel very fortunate to have found this home rental. This home is fantastic. Very clean and stylish place with everything you need. In a great location, right near heaps of great places to eat and tons of things to do! Sharon is very accommodating, helpful, checking in on us regularly to make sure we had everything we needed. A true sign of hospitality AND genuine kindness. You can’t ask for better! Thank you for everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

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

Great house! Clean, stocked well, and great location

Definitely recommend this cute little gem. Just a short little vacation for my Mom, son, husband n I. But it was worth it. This house was fully stocked with items I've never seen before when we have rented other homes. Very quite area, and perfect location! Not far from Old County Market. Lots of nice restaurants too choose from. Zoo, the next day, Bob Kerry Bridge, and a few Casinos, all where fairly close. I was very impressed! Thank you for having us:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline H.

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

Peaceful stay close to the city

The house was cozy and very welcoming. Sharon was very helpful throughout the stay, offering us recommendations about what to do and answering any questions we had. She even had music playing when we arrived. The house was very clean and organized and had everything we needed. It was only about a 15 minute drive to Omaha, which was perfect for our relaxed mini vacation to the city. The only downside was the road to get to the house. It was a very steep one lane road. This wasn’t an issue, but definitely a surprise to us. We’d 100% stay here again, steep road and all!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Everything I hoped for and more!

Was traveling to Omaha to set my daughter up at Creighton and I was nervous about staying anywhere during COVID. But this was PERFECT and I will return to the Treehouse whenever I'm in town. Everything was perfect. It was super clean, incredibly easy to access, so private, and just beautiful. An oasis, really. I can't remember sleeping as well as I did here, even at home! The owner clearly travels a lot and includes even the smallest of details to make your visit perfect. For instance, she has a fully stocked coffee counter with Keurig (even the recyclable type!) and tea and hot chocolate and a cabinet stocked with chocolates in case you have a late night sweet tooth. She has both firm and soft pillows so you can choose what you prefer. There are clear instructions prominently placed throughout the home. I just loved the privacy, the beauty, the cleanliness and how flexible and kind the owner is. I stay in a lot of VRBO's and this is by far the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawna W.

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

Wonderful, safe property! Exceptional host!

Let me start by saying this is the first time we have ever done anything other than a hotel or motel, so we were a little nervous, but boy did Sharon really set the bar for the next time around. She is definitely the hostess with the mostest and there's a reason she had a five-star review rating. The reason we chose her place was not only the location, the value, but due to prior reviews, especially being the first timer. I must say the place is just as adorable in person as it shows in the pictures, if not more. She definitely stocked the house with more amenities than I was expecting. Since I was staying there with my husband and my children, being in a safe neighborhood was my number one concern. Since I don't know the area, sometimes pictures can be deceiving. But like all the other folks who stayed here, we did feel safe in this area. We were able to relax out front on the patio, and in the backyard area. There was a little grass area just across the street that the kids were able to play in. It was fairly easy to find with our Google maps, and we were at the zoo within 15 minutes of leaving the house. Let Sharon know after you book why you are staying, and she is very helpful with information regarding local attractions that may be of interest of to you. She was very helpful with us finding local restaurants that were delicious, extra little things we could do with the kids around the area, and just very gracious. Sharon, you are the BEST!!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Wonderful Council Bluffs

We had a wonderful time at this property. It was just as pretty as the pictures. Lovely to sit out in the patio and watch the birds. It is located at the end of a street and is quiet and green. Pretty garden. Close to the great zoo and gardens. Great location. I’d love to do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Fun in Omaha

Sharon was very kind and welcoming. Everything that you could've ever needed or wanted was there. Everything was labeled. There was great communication. Location was perfect. Would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle b.

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

Excellent

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F D.

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

Well supplied

A lovely home on a quiet street. Very well supplied with many non-perishable foods. We have not experienced a B&B as well supplied. Highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandi A., Lincoln, NE, USA

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

Great getaway for locals

Only a 90min drive from home for us and was the perfect home away from home to reset life a little bit. Peaceful quiet area with nature literally right outside the front door but also close by Broadway Street for easy, relaxing, tasty evenings (Barley's for Burgers and a huge tap list, Caddy's for a lovely dinner or brunch Sat/Sun) with essentials from Walgreens or Supersaver 2-3min away. Sharon is easy to work with, has thought of all the details and clearly enjoys being the true 'hostess with the most-ess'. Check in and out was easy peasy and the host is easily reachable should you need her.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CANDUS L.

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

Highly Recommend

This property was awesome to stay at. One of the best by far we’ve stayed at. The kitchen had almost every staple you could think of and was very well equipped to cook and entertain. Sharon is a wonderful host and us very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Weekend Getaway

My wife an I just needed a weekend away. This was a great place that we were able to meet with friends, have access to local hiking, and just relax
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by sharon

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I am a Wyoming native whom has spent the past 30 years in Lincoln/Omaha raising my family.

My work has recently taken me to Iowa and opened up this hosting opportunity. Sharing the Treehouse with others offers me a chance to "return to my roots", and the joy of hosting and meeting people. My hope is that this will offer to you a comfortable and relaxing place to stay and help in your opportunity to have the best experience in whatever journey you have chosen.

Why they chose this property

Fell in love with the hills and the trees - closest thing in Iowa to a Wyoming mountainside. The neighborhood is safe, friendly and tight-knit. The house is set up to be extremely comfortable and the views and wildlife are beyond what I imagined. Enjoying all that, just 10 short minutes away is another world - the heart of bustling city life in downtown Omaha. Brunching in the Old Market, catching an evening concert, hopping over to the Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens or Museums on a regular basis just for fun. Leave the hustle and bustle behind with a smile, return to the Zen of the treehouse and sit comfortably on the patio. Watch the animals, listen to the birds chatter and the wind blow through the trees. It feels like paradise to me .

What makes this property unique

In the description choices from VRBO, it's hard to choose whether it's rural or city life - because it is BOTH. As noted above, one can relax on the front or back patio and enjoy the solitude of the trees, the beautiful music of the birds and the wildlife, or hop in a car and be in the middle of a bustling midwestern City with a multitude of activities and wonderful places to eat within 10 minutes. No traffic jams, no long lines - just easy. The Treehouse is the best of both worlds.

Languages:

English