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10/10 Excellent
Dougals K.
30 June 2019
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Beautiful Historic House with really cool antiques.
Dougals K.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2019
Entire home
Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Keokuk, IA
- Samuel F Miller House MuseumPlace, Samuel F Miller House Museum3 min walk
- Estes ParkPlace, Estes Park6 min walk
- Lock and Dam No. 19Place, Lock and Dam No. 1915 min walk
- Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)Airport, Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom downstairs by Kitchen smaller bath tub and shower
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs Jack and Jill Bath with nice size soaking tub
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly
This Historic Box Cottage was relocated from Ft. Madison to this property in 1848 by John Box, it was brought down by Barge. Its construction is Brick. it has a nice size front room and spacious eat in kitchen. and a front porch that is enclosed. 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. It was here even before the Johnstone Mansion which graces the rest of the property.
The shared yard is very large and would be great for Events such as Weddings and family reunions.The Cottage has a very steep staircase so upstairs is not handicap friendly. But we can place a bed or two downstairs to accommodate all. We love pets and children and in process of making area for them to enjoy Keokuk with you.
The shared yard is very large and would be great for Events such as Weddings and family reunions.The Cottage has a very steep staircase so upstairs is not handicap friendly. But we can place a bed or two downstairs to accommodate all. We love pets and children and in process of making area for them to enjoy Keokuk with you.
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 18
Children
Adults only
We love children but please be careful.
Events
Events allowed
Please be respectful and responsible.
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets welcome but please be careful with our home
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking in our home
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1343629vb
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Please be respectful and responsible.
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
Keokuk
Located in Keokuk, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Samuel F Miller House Museum and Grand Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Keokuk National Cemetery and Historic Nauvoo. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
Keokuk, IA
What's nearby
- Samuel F Miller House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- River City Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Estes Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Keokuk City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Lock and Dam No. 19 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
- Fort Madison Station - 32 min drive
- Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 6 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
- Whitey's Bar & Billiards - 5 min drive
- South Side Boat Club - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly on 10 October 2026 start from NZ$874, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly located?
Located in the heart of Keokuk, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mississippi River, Samuel F Miller House Museum and Keokuk Public Library. River City Mall and Keokuk City Hall are also within 10 minutes.
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Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Really wonderful people loved having them would love to have again
About the host
Hosted by David Romaine
Rod Tinson Born in West Palm Beach, Florida , He was always fasinated by History and Architecture and Taught History in West Palm Beach while he owned and operated his Antique shop in Via Mizner Palm Beach, He sang and danced in the Palm Beach Follies then he bought a 1920's Mediterean 3 story commercial building that her lovingly restored for his Antique shop and apprasial sevices for many years then sold that building and bought a strip of buildings in Northwood Business district that was mostly empty boarded up and full of scary people and helped with changing Northwood Buisness District to what is now known as Northwood Village which is a exciting Art , Antqiue and Resturant district in West Palm Beach North end.Always tackles problems with a positive look and strives to add Historical elements to help capture the Old World Charm that so much of us enjoy.
Why they chose this property
The Box cottage was a Arictectual Diamond in the rough full of charm but hidden by neglect It came with the Johnstone Mansion but truthfully was there to watch over the construction of the Johnstone. because it was moved to Keokuk from Ft. Madison in the 1840's.
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