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Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown!

Holiday home in Charles City with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Charles City, IA
  • Place, Mooney Art Collection
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles City Arts Center
    ‪8 min walk‬

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
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.

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

Charles City is home to this holiday home. Mooney Art Collection and Floyd County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Charles City Arts Center and Carrie Chapman Catt Girlhood Home and Museum. 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 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charles City Arts Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Comet Bowl - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Carrie Chapman Catt Girlhood Home and Museum - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kwik Star - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬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 5 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nestled in the heart of America’s Hometown! on 11 November 2025 start from NZ$362.87, 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.

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.

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