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Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!

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Dining area looking towards kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen looking towards dining area
Main floor bedroom
Main floor bathroom
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

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Charles City, IA
  • Popular LocationMooney Art Collection6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharles City Arts Center10 min walk
  • AirportMason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!

The charming two story home can comfortably accommodate up to ten with its four bedrooms, each equipped with a queen sized bed plus a couch that folds out in the main floor living room.

This home is great for those times when when family gathers, such as holidays, weddings, funerals, and reunions. Or if you are working in the area and are looking fir a place that feels like home, this is the place for you! As well as families that use our property as a home base while in the area, we frequently have work crews that stay at the home, either on the week nights or for full weeks/months. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms plus the living space within the property ensure the property works for multiple uses.

There is one bedroom and a full bath in the main floor (plus the couch that folds out. Three bedrooms and the second bathroom are located in the second floor. All of the bedrooms are equipped with queen sized beds. There is a recliner in the living room for those that prefer to sleep in a recliner.

Much of the original charm of this older home had been preserved and blended with the convenient updates.

Two sunrooms, one in each floor, will invite you to linger over your morning coffee or evening

The50 inch flat screen in the living room as well as the 32 inch wall mounted tv in the kitchen are SMARTVs allowing you to use your personal applications/subscriptions. . Wireless internet is available throughout the house, too.

The kitchen is equipped with full sized appliances including a gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator with ice maker. A full sized washer and dryer is nestled in a closet in the kitchen.

There is a nice selection of dishes and cooking utensils, too. You will find both regular and Keurig coffee makers. There is typically a starter supply of coffee, filters and coffee pods at the home.

Each floor has its own furnace and central air unit to ensure comfortable temperatures throughout the home with each floor controlled by its own thermostat.

We offer keyless entry. You will receive an email at the time of booking that will include an access code, access information and additional information about the home. Please ensure that you have the access code and information when you arrive at the property.

Charles City is home to a white water kayaking course, several nice parks and trails for walking, golf courses, a vintage and well maintained low cost movie theatre (Seniors are $2!), bowling alley, variety of restaurants and churches of several denominations.


Saturday mornings in the summer are a great time to hit the Farmer's Market located downtown. You will find a great selection of local produce and baked goods. Main Street has a number of stores with an interesting collection of offerings. There are second hand stores in the community that provide the opportunity to search for that unique item or great bargain.

Property manager

Linda Kobliska
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Small family celebration gatherings are allowed but no bachelor/bachelorette parties or other similar gatherings.
If we are required to clean up vomit or excrement, a $200.00 fee will apply.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Charles City

This holiday home is located in Charles City. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cedar River and Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park, while Mooney Art Collection and Floyd County Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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Charles City, IA

What's nearby

  • Mooney Art Collection - 6 min walk
  • Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park - 9 min walk
  • Charles City Arts Center - 10 min walk
  • Floyd County Museum - 12 min walk
  • Comet Bowl - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 3 min walk
  • 218 Fuel Express Restaurant, Deli, & Liquor Store - 8 min drive
  • Derailed - 17 min walk
  • Comet Bowl - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!?

As of 3 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown! on 4 May 2024 start from NZ$323.69, 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.

What time is check-in at Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown! located?

Situated in Charles City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mooney Art Collection, Cedar River and Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park. Charles City Arts Center and Floyd County Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
My husband and I stayed here two nights the weekend of our wedding and it was the perfect location and distance from our ceremony/reception. The house was lovely and had everything we needed. There was plenty of space to have our wedding party over for lunch and to get ready/dressed for the ceremony as well. It's a very comfortable house and we would definitely consider staying here again and have recommended it to our friends if they have people coming to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting trip
Group of guys visit area to late season pheasant hunt. House was perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and historical
Great large home super clean and close to everything. The home itself is historical with large wooden crown molding and high ceilings, 2 sitting rooms and a large dining room table. Very pleased with the size and smitten with the unique house. The host was very quick with her response and always friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merlin O., Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
This is the second time we've stayed at this house while visiting family in the area. It's an older house but very nice and clean. Very well stocked. Works great for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Would stay again, very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Linda Kobliska

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We offer several guesthouses in NE Iowa including accomodations in Charles City, New Hampton, Alta Vista, Nashua and Elma. All can be found on VRBO.

Why they chose this property

We love older homes--both the quality and the charm attract us every time. This home has been well preserved and offers the space, location and amenities desired by travelers.

What makes this property unique

This property allows a family to gather at a price that compares very favorably to hotels. The two sunporches on this property add that very special touch of a "special place to gather, enjoy a solitary cup of coffee, read, or host happy hour." The kitchen and dining area of this home seem to be everyone's favorite spot because of its open floor plan. We're not a "new" or super "modern" property but we are comfortable, roomy and welcoming.

Languages:

English

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