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Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

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The Van Buren in Iowa City's historic Northside.
Welcome!
Wide front porch
Living room
Dining room, the table expands to seat eight

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • University of Iowa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kinnick Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Iowa City, IA (IOW)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

Unbeatable location! The Van Buren is a block from “Dirty” John’s Grocery, the vibrant Northside restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and more! Then it’s just a quick stroll to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Attending a game? We're a short drive or a lovely walk to the stadiums.

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

What you'll enjoy at The Van Buren:

🚗 PARKING: Off-street parking is included for up to three mid-sized vehicles. It is single-lane parking, so plan accordingly. Free street parking is also available.

☕️ FRONT PORCH: Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on our wide, welcoming front porch!

🛋️ LIVING ROOM: Relax on the couch or comfy leather chair while you watch the big screen TV equipped with Roku so you can easily log in to your streaming services, all powered with free high-speed wifi.

🍽️ DINING ROOM: Enjoy meals at the dining table (can expand to seat 8) or chat by the bar.

🥘 KITCHEN: Everything you'd need to prep and enjoy a meal! Our kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, oven, electric cooktop, pots, pans, plates, glassware, flatware, utensils... you name it! Coffee and tea are always stocked.

🚿 BATHROOM #1 (main floor): Tucked in the hallway for privacy and flanked by bedrooms, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo.

🛏️ BEDROOM #1 (main floor, dark purple): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, closet with hangers, and a built-in desk/vanity.

🛏️ BEDROOM #2 (main floor, yellow): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, and closet with hangers.

🚿 BATHROOM #2 (second floor): With updated tile floor and shower surround, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo. Just outside the bathroom is a full-length mirror and an additional vanity area, perfect for prepping for a night out.

🛏️ BEDROOM #3 (second floor, white): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, closet with hangers, sitting area, a dresser and vanity mirror with built-in LED lighting.

🛏️ BEDROOM #4 (second floor, blue): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, a dresser, and closet with hangers.

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the main and second floors.

ALLERGIES:
For allergy sufferers, our pillows are down-alternative.

SAFETY and SECURITY:
Ring doorbell cameras are on the property's exterior at the front and back doors.

Property manager

Jake
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note: house is not baby-proof and has a staircase.
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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 commercial photography and/or filming allowed.
Please respect neighbors with outdoor quiet hours of 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
No underage drinking or illegal drug use.

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

About the area

Iowa City

Mann, a neighbourhood in Iowa City, is home to this holiday home. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and The Englert Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and Iowa Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burge Market Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Studio 13 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gabe's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! located?

Located in Mann, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mercy Hospital and University of Iowa. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Health Care are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M P.

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

40th birthday weekend

A small group of friends stayed to attend a couple of local events in celebration of a 40th birthday. The location was perfect, and the house well suited to our needs. Hosts were very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Great for a football weekend

Great house in a perfect location, very well maintained and stocked. Owners were clear and friendly in communication and it made for a perfect family hangout on a Hawkeye football weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great location!

Had a great time and was able to enjoy the IA City experience on foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie K.

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

Hawkeye Heaven

The home was very clean and decorated wonderfully. Loved the porch swing and the touch lamp in the bedroom. Loved this lovely home 😊. Owners sent us the passcode in plenty of time to get in. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jake

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Jake and Becky are excited to welcome guests to Iowa City! They have lived in The Northside for over twenty years. Please don't hesitate to reach out for Iowa City recommendations. We strive to make each stay a five-star experience!

Why they chose this property

You’ll love being a part of The Northside neighborhood of families, students, professionals, and artists. The stomping grounds of Iowa’s renowned Writers’ Workshop, The Northside’s brick-lined streets have captivated hearts and minds for generations.

Iconic businesses within a two-minute walk:
🛒🍾 John's Grocery
🍻🍔 George's Buffet
🍷🧀 Brix wine bar
🍽️ 🍸The Webster
🍳🧇 Bluebird Diner
🍟🥓 Hamburg Inn
🥪🍦 Marco's Grilled Cheese
🍕🍺 Pagali's Pizza
and so much more!

What makes this property unique

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests