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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player
TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Waterville, IA
  • Yellow River State Forest
    11 min drive
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument
    25 min drive
  • Pikes Peak State Park
    38 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Creekside cottage

A true fly fisherman’s dream destination. Located just two miles north upstream of the Yellow River Forest. The sound of water running over the stretch of rapids near the cabin will lull you to sleep. Located just two miles north upstream of the Yellow River Forest. The sound of water running over the stretch of rapids near the cabin will lull you to sleep. No other cabins or homes within sight. Fish and hike during the day then relax at night to a nice camp fire while star gazing in a perfect sky with no light pollution. You will never see the Milky Way so clearly again. Creekside Cottage is also adjacent to a county park with no overnight camping but features a play area for kids.
No other cabins or homes within sight. Fish and hike during the day then relax at night to a nice camp fire while star gazing in a perfect sky with no light pollution. You will never see the Milky Way so clearly again. Creekside Cottage is also adjacent to a county park with no overnight camping but features a play area for kids. A great place to fish, hunt, hike, or enjoy the views of this valley. New Wood Stove recently added in main living room and a brand new outdoor hot tub in the rear of the cabin.

-propane for grill and firewood are not provided with this rental. Please bring your own firewood/buy it in local town. There will be a tank at property that can be filled in town as well.
-3 night minimum stay required for weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Yellow River State Forest. 1 hot tub is available. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 3.8 miles (6.1 km) from Yellow River State Forest and 11.8 miles (19 km) from Mississippi River
As a guest of Creekside cottage, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Waterville cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Gabby

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Creekside cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite cozy getaway
We’ve visited “the Iowa Cabin” many times over the past six years. It’s a cozy, well-equipped property with everything we need for a family getaway. The location is peaceful and we’ve taught our kids to trout fish in the stream on the property. Many great memories here - we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joel B.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stress free
It was a very peaceful property, the hot tub was amazing on a chilly night!! The locals were friendly and gave great places for us to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
The house was ready two hours late and the people you deal with were very rude
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay, but communication could be better
Overall stay was great. However, we believe we left a pair of shoes there and sent a message to the host but never got a response back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful weekend getaway…
Exactly what we had been hoping for. Beautiful scenery, sound of the creek and wildlife all around us. Late night conversations in the hot tub under the stars. Perfectly peaceful and rejuvenating. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away
Pictures don't do justice. This is a great location. Yellow River State Forest is amazing. Fun dive bar up the road in the small village. Fishing was tough with low water and high winds but looked very promising and will try some of these spots next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
We had a lovely time at Creekside Cottage. The stream is beautiful. We hiked in the Yellow River Forest, then enjoyed the hot tub and wood burning stove during the cool evening. The cabin is clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We would love to come again. Springtime birds were a real treat for this bird lover.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage experience
It was a nice secluded cabin in a very senic area of Iowa. The drive into the property was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

harleynrw

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect
This has to be the most quiet place i have stayed at. The cabin was amazing and the trout stream was therapeutic. Only negative is bed, replace that and its an A+ we will be back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Likely better in the summer
We were seeking a quiet cabin getaway for the NYE weekend. Pros: Cabin was clean. Kitchen was well-stocked with pots/pans/essentials. Towels and linens smelled fresh. Hot tub was a nice extra. Very secluded area. Furniture, blankets, etc were very cozy. Winter/weather limited our ability to get out and explore nearby trails. Communication with the property manager was prompt and professional. Cons: The master bed is atrocious. Saggy, uneven, old and creaky would accurately describe the mattress. The upstairs twin beds were much better. The motion lights outside are very sensitive and went off continuously during the night, the light shone directly into the master. There is quite a bit of excess lumber and scraps around the property. I'd also recommend getting there during daylight to fully see the property, as it is quite remote and very dark after the sun goes down. There is no yard light. Cell phone reception is also limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M., Fort Madison iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm welcome
Very nice place, really enjoyed the time spent here. Location was great the peace and quiet was enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
This place as absolutely amazing. We had a great getaway weekend. It was everything and more. Only downside is the bed could be a little more comfortable, but everything else more than makes up for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was very comfortable, clean and secluded. A great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly A.

Long weekend trip
We loved the location of the cabin. It was close to a park, good fishing spots and other hiking spots. The couch and beds were pretty uncomfortable and we could have used more kitchen towels and wash cloths, but we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat by the Creek
We enjoyed our week at this cozy cabin. The sounds of the creek were relaxing and there was plenty of space for our kids to run and play. The cabin was well equipped with everything we needed, and the accommodations were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's Weekend
We were extremely pleased with the Creekside Cottage! Beautiful setting and beautiful cabin! The only thing that I would say could be improved is the communication about check-in. We did not get check-in information, so I messaged the host. It took several days and a repeat message to hear back from her. Eventually, she told us that we would receive the keycode for the cabin in the morning before check-in. We did not get the keycode until 1:30 that afternoon. Still in plenty of time, but it would have been nice to have been told all of this ahead of time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quiet!
We loved our stay at the Creekside Cottage! It was perfect for celebrating our anniversary and for getting away from the world for a while. The cottage itself has everything you need, including kitchen utensils and pots and pans. I appreciated that there were also pantry staples such as salt and pepper, cooking oil, and spices. I could have done without the little tune the coffee maker plays when it’s turned on and again when the coffee is ready, though (my husband is the coffee drinker, and he gets up earlier than I do). And the area around the cottage needs some clearing up—there are some piles of lumber lying around, and a large groundhog has moved in. It took some time for the property manager to respond to my questions, but she did get back to me eventually. But overall we loved the quiet, secluded location, and the hot tub was very relaxing after a day of hiking. We would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
What a great place! We had a girls trip in this cute secluded little yet roomy cabin! The hot tub was a definite plus! Everything we needed was there. Hiked the near by state forest and had an exploration day at the Spook cave and Campground. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to relax and enjoy nature with comforts of home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Cris V., Shueyville, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
get away
My daughter and I had a mini vacation, got in some hiking, visiting, and sitting in the hot tub. Had a good time!! What I didn't care for ( I was told when I got hold of owner) was that they don't give out check in info until an hour before check in time. Made me nervous to take off traveling not having that info.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Relaxing Getaway
My partner and I rented this cottage for a weekend away to celebrate our anniversary and we couldn’t be happier with this rental! The wood-burning fireplace made the whole place feel cozy and warm. We spent some quality time cooking together in the kitchen and spent lots time in the hot tub that was perfect for an outdoor activity in the winter months. We highly recommend this stay for a cozy weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023