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Accommodating 8 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers a patio for outdoor enjoyment and is pet-friendly. Located in the city center, it provides access to the Cedar River and the African American Museum of Iowa.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Games at the ready
One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Alliant Energy PowerHouse
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Patio
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Onsite parking available
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Cedar Rapids, IA
Czech Village
Place, Czech Village
9 min walk
Paramount Theatre
Place, Paramount Theatre
11 min walk
Alliant Energy PowerHouse
Place, Alliant Energy PowerHouse
16 min walk
Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
11 min drive
Where you'll sleep
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Living room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Living room 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
Ideal for mid-long term stays, this contemporary 2-bed, 1-bath apartment in Newbo, Czech, and Bohemia district offers convenience for traveling nurses and professionals. Steps away from The Bohemian, CSPS, Newbo City Market, and a 5-minute walk to Czech Village. Within a 10-minute drive to Cedar Rapids downtown,Unity point and Mercy Hospital &key attractions. Features a fully-equipped kitchen, laundry, high-speed internet, and Smart TVs, blending luxury with practicality for a comfortable stay.
Guests can enjoy their freedom to check-in and check-out easily with keyless entry. Although I will personally not be greeting you at the house, I will be happy to help with anything before, during and after your stay. I am easily accessible all times via the app, text and email. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions regarding the property, your stay or the local area. Hosting is my passion and I would love to help with anything for your upcoming trip. When you book, I will be sending you the house manual which has my personal recommendations for restaurants, activities to do in the neighborhood including a curated full day of itinerary to explore the neighborhood.
Located a block from Newbo Market and all the restaurants, bars and shops the area offers, 2 minutes from downtown, convenient to the area hospitals, bus station, I-380, many employers.
Guests have access to entire second floor (2 beds,1 bath) , except mechanical room. The first floor has a separate entrance and is a separate listing.
Welcome to the Kurik House – A Historic Retreat in Cedar Rapids! 🏡✨
Experience the charm of this beautifully renovated second-floor unit in the historic Kurik House, a true blend of old-world character and modern comfort. With its own private entrance, this home offers a bright, open layout and thoughtful touches designed to make your stay memorable.
Located in the heart of Cedar Rapids, you're just steps away from NewBo City Market, local shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, work trip, or extended stay, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing and convenient stay.
🏠 Key Features & Amenities
Comfort & Convenience: ✅3 queen-size beds + 1 pull-out sofa 🛏️ ✅Smart TVs in the living room & a bedroom 📺 ✅High-speed fiber optic internet (100MBPS) 📶 ✅Fully equipped kitchen with: ✅Quartz countertops ✨ ✅Electric oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher & garbage disposal 🍽️ ✅Breakfast table ☕ ✅In-unit washer & dryer 🧺 ✅Central heating & air conditioning ❄️🔥 ✅Keurig coffee & tea selection with supplies 🍵
Entertainment & Relaxation: ✅Private balcony overlooking NewBo City Market 🍷🌆 ✅Selection of games & books 🎲📚 ✅Two large Smart TVs for streaming your favorite movies 🎬 ✅Spacious 9-foot ceilings & wood flooring throughout 🌿
Perfect for Business & Professionals: ✅Dedicated workspaces 🖥️ ✅USB chargers & Alexa Dot for productivity ⚡🎶
🐾 Pet-Friendly Property – Pet Policy
We’re happy to welcome well-behaved pets to our home! Please review our pet guidelines below:
Pet Fee: A non-refundable fee of $200 per pet applies. Pet Limit: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed. More Than 2 Pets: If you plan to bring more than 2 pets, please contact us in advance. We’re happy to review requests on a case-by-case basis and may be able to accommodate additional pets with prior approval.
Propane tank: The propane tank is managed on an honor system, as usage levels can vary and it is not always possible to determine when it has run out. If a refill or exchange is needed during your stay, this can be conveniently done at any nearby gas station. Kindly retain the receipt and send it to us for reimbursement.
This home is professionally cleaned after each guest stay and offers a secure, upscale, and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re here for business, a weekend getaway, or an extended visit, the Kurik House provides the perfect balance of relaxation and accessibility. 💛
Bikes/Scooters: There are 3 Electric Bike and Scooter Rideshare stations within 5 min walking distance from the house. Download the Veoshare App to rent these
Walking: Most of the restaurants, events, bars and attractions are within walking distance.
Bus: The local bus stop is right outside the house which is great way to get to hospitals and other interest areas in the city.
Uber/Lyft is also available.
We have a separate listings for lower unit, upper unit and the whole house together. Just search under other properties I host or message me and I can give you a direct link :)
Additional Add-On Fees: Grill Use Fees: $30/stay (if used and not cleaned)
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Cedar Rapids
Located in Cedar Rapids, this holiday home is in the city centre. Czech Village and National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dows Fine Arts Center and Cedar Rapids Ice Arena. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alliant Energy PowerHouse or Veterans Memorial Tennis Center.
National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Czech Village - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Paramount Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Alliant Energy PowerHouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's - 5 min walk
Cafe Tacuba - 2 min walk
Dua Pie - 11 min walk
The Map Room - 12 min walk
Craft’d - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade?
As of 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade on 21 October 2026 start from NZ$334, 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 Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade located?
Located in the heart of Cedar Rapids, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of African American Museum of Iowa and Cedar River. National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library and Mount Trashmore are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Easy check in, communication with host was great, location was great. House was everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2026
Thank you so much, Marilyn! We’re glad you had an easy check-in, found communication smooth, and enjoyed the convenient location. It’s great to hear the house had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again! 😊
Such a nice place to stay so close to Newbo Market. It was great to walk to dinner and be so close to a walking path as well. Lots of room and had everything I needed for my one person, four night stay. Close to Kirkwood which was great. Owner was so kind and checked in during my stay. Great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2026
Thank you so much, Rachel! We’re glad you had a great stay and enjoyed the convenient location, especially being so close to NewBo Market, the walking path, and Kirkwood. It’s wonderful to hear that the home had everything you needed and that you found the communication helpful throughout your stay.
We really appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back next time you’re in the area! 😊
Ideal location, close to restaurants, coffee shops, walking trails and downtown. Communication with host was excellent and small issues were addressed quickly. Some coat hangers and wash cloths would have been appreciated, but those are minor details. We had a great time and would stay again if visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the location and had a great stay. We truly appreciate your feedback about the hangers and washcloths and will keep this in mind. We’d love to welcome you back next time!
Thank you, Wade! We’re glad everything went well and was just as expected. We really appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again! 😊
Clean and spacious in a fun neighborhood, plenty of room for my family. Lots of outlets for charging, Roku tvs for streaming, and the kids loved the arcade cabinet. Great communication with hosts. We’d stay there again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you, Ed! We’re so glad your family enjoyed the spacious home, neighborhood, and fun amenities, especially the arcade. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back!
Location was perfect for our stay!! So close to New Bo and the Czech Village! Spacious, clean property. Communication was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2026
Thank you so much, LeaAnn! We’re glad you enjoyed the convenient location and found the property spacious and clean. It’s also great to hear that communication was smooth throughout your stay. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again! 😊
Upon arrival the front door code did not work, the back up key was not in the back up key box and the process to fix this avoidable issue was frustrating. Check in took over 20 minutes texting, calling, etc trying to connect with the host who apparently lives out of state. Everything else worked well.
The accommodations were nice, as advertised.Had a little trouble getting the correct code to open the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2026
Thank you, Susan! We’re glad you enjoyed the accommodations and found the home as advertised. We’re sorry for the trouble with the door code and appreciate your patience. We’ll review our check-in process to help make things smoother for future guests. We hope to welcome you back again! 😊
My sister and I loved this place! The location is perfect and there’s so many fun and interesting places within walking distance! Beds were super comfy and the bedding was excellent quality. We both had fun playing pac- man!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2026
Loved your review, Alicia! We’re thrilled that you and your sister had such a blast. Super comfy beds, high-quality bedding, and a round of Pac-Man sound like the ultimate combination for a fun getaway! It’s awesome that the walkable location made exploring so convenient for you both. We’d be delighted to welcome you two back anytime!
We had a great experience! We especially appreciated the washer and dryer. Many places we’ve stayed have only enough supplies for the time you’re there (I.e two garbage bags, two dish pods, etc.) but there were plenty of supplies to get us through. The only thing I wish I knew going in was that the kitchen didn’t have things like a sheet pan or measuring cup which required us to get creative with some of our cooking. Other than that, I cannot say enough good things about our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2026
Thank you so much, Megan! We’re glad you had a great experience and especially appreciated the washer and dryer and the extra supplies. We also appreciate your feedback about the kitchen items and will definitely keep that in mind. We ’d love to welcome you back again! 😊
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Scott
5 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I am a picky person when it comes to cleanliness, and this place passed the test! Very clean. Pros: Cleanliness, location, easy parking, A/C was great, and it was spacious for 5 people. Cons: Kitchen is not well-stocked, pets can not be left unattended and you don't know that until you get the check-in information the day of, and blinds were broken in the bedroom and on the front door so you couldn't close them at all (that's a problem when people are changing in bedrooms) I would suggest the owners add that pets can not be left unattended in the listing info. Furniture is worn and cheap, but that didn't matter too much to me because the beds/mattresses were clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay there again. We ate a few times at the Newbo Market and Kismet Coffee shop - so close and easy to access!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you, Mary Ann! We’re glad to hear the cleanliness, location, parking, and comfort met your expectations. We really appreciate your detailed feedback as well and will look into the items you mentioned. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back!
We enjoyed our stay and the location of the property. The hosts have a helpful manual for the property- I recommend looking at it for their recommendations. We tried the Full Bowl, walking distance from the property and it was wonderful! There are several museums in the area that we would recommend visiting. Kismet coffee shop was great. There is hiking not too far away for outdoor people. We visited Indian Creek Nature Center and recommend it for all ages. We enjoyed the space of the property and the hosts were very responsive of our questions. The hosts also had clear instructions for check in and check out. We would stay there again.
Easy check inHost gave plenty of recommendations Host checked to make sure everything went smoothClean cozy placeGreat neighborhood Bars and restaurants within walking distance
We were a little disappointed by the lack of dinnerware and cookware in the kitchen. None of the basics ie: salt, oil, dishwasher detergent were available. We tried to use the oven but when turning it on to preheat it was evident by the immediate smokiness that the oven was very dirty and we immediately turned it off. The bedrooms were nice but livingroom seating was sparse and uncomfortable, no dining table options. This is in a great location if you are looking for just a place to sleep and shower, unfortunately we like to cook and relax on our getaways. The hosts were very present with messaging and accessible.
We would gave the property 3 stars. The location is wonderful but the apartment could be more comfortable and functional. Here are my suggestions.The dishes are limited. At a minimum add wine glassesBlinds are not all working and are difficult to open and close.Bathroom towels: lots of bath towels but 1 hand towel is not enough.Main living area furniture is worn and not comfortable. Outside lights are continually going on and off.Only 3 hangars in the closet and the one bedroom has no hanging space.The grill is really worn and dirty.Window screens need repair. A few upgrades would make a huge difference.
This place was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Property owner was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2023
Hi Don, We appreciate your review! It's wonderful to hear that you found our place clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. We aim to provide a comfortable and convenient experience for our guests, and we're glad that you had a positive stay.
It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back for another great stay in the future:)
What a great spot! We loved the upstairs apartment. It was the perfect size for our group of 6. The location can’t be beat! Everything was very easy, beds comfy, kitchen large and living room spacious.