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Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home

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A single-story house with a front deck, a covered porch, and a small garden area.
A two-story house with a front deck, a small porch, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with blue cabinets, a white stove, a white refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a bench, and a door with a 'Hello There' mat.
A living room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated close to a museum, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests and features 2 bathrooms. Enjoy activities like motorboating, game walks, and birdwatching nearby. The property includes a patio for outdoor relaxation. Nearby attractions include the University of Iowa and Xtream Arena.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator

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Iowa City, IA

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home

This single family, rural wooded rental house is located on a 2 acre, farm adjacent lot, available for short term stays. The property offers a large front, side and backyard, beautiful views of pastures, woods, and sunsets and is located just 10 minutes (4 miles) from downtown Iowa City, the home of the University of Iowa & University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.

The living area of the home is all on one floor making this ideal for families and those that prefer no stairs.

Bedroom #1 offers a queen bed with closet. Bedroom #2 offers two (2) XL twin beds and closet located adjacent to the main bathroom. Bedroom #3 (i.e. primary bedroom) offers a spacious layout with queen bed, TV, two walk-in closets and an en-suite three (3) piece bathroom.

Property owner resides next door providing easy and quick access for check-in/out or any assistance, as needed. The rental property is one of two (2) private homes on the lane.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2209762vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Iowa City

Located in Iowa City, this holiday home is in a rural area. Iowa Old Capitol Building and The Englert Theater are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coral North and Coral Valley Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carver-Hawkeye Arena or Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Iowa City, IA

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Depot Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cracken’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Press Coffee - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Private Hilltop Country 3-Bedroom Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Coralville Lake and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of Iowa. Devonian Fossil Gorge is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. We hope to stay again soon! Peaceful and clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a group of travelers ina game weekend. The host is lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely LOVELY property in a tranquil setting!! The kitchen is stocked perfectly, the beds are comfy and the setting is just gorgeous. It was absolutely perfect for our family gathering and we will seek it out in the future! THANK YOU, PAM - a most excellent host!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were missing a few things for our week long stay such as toilet paper and trash bags but otherwise this was a good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Sorry to hear that you ran low on supplies. Your reservation was requested for 1 person so we stocked accordingly. But, since we live next door, we were available during your stay. I contacted you via phone, VRBO and in person during the week so I'm not sure why your missing supplies were not communicated to me. We take pride in being available to our guest. sorry.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed being out of the city but close enough that we could find everything we wanted. Very peaceful place. Enjoyed hearing the roosters crowing in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. Glad you enjoyed a bit of the country life.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, very clean with great views and still easy access to town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for the weekend was there! No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for writing a review. It's important for me to have feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is fabulous. Beautiful setting just outside of town but close enough for all your needs. Beds are super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
We hope to host you again! Thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a last minute, unexpected cancellation from a different VRBO place and were so thankful we found this property! They were very helpful and was a great place for our stay. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
We’re so happy it all worked out for you. The house was exceptionally clean and looked like no one stayed there. Thank you We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet country location, comfortable place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place for our friends get together! The house is very comfortable, and we loved the beautiful setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, just out of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as promised. It was a very nice, peaceful place with easy access to town and comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious three bedroom home with plenty of seating and comfortable beds. Enjoy a lovely view from every window. Very quiet since there are only a few houses on the street. Fully stocked kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
We’re happy you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for the kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The home was beautiful and sat on beautiful land. We loved the scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
We appreciate the kind words and the fact that you enjoyed the beautiful setting. Hope to see you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house. Nice layout. You are in the middle of beautiful country but 7 minutes from campus. It was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay and the peaceful country views. Thanks for staying.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property and the host was very welcoming and easy to work with. It’s a great property for a football weekend in Iowa City.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The house has beautiful views and was very peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pam was very quick to reply when I had a question and had everything I needed to prepare meals during our stay. Great for families. The location was perfect and easy access to I-80. We plan to return and hope Pam’s place is available.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This was a great place to stay. Beautiful surroundings and easy access to Iowa City. I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a nice place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2023
Thank you for your thoughtful review. Really glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We had a great stay at this property. It was close to Kinnick and easy to get around. Nice, quiet, and clean! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very quiet and easy access to the interstate to get to the mall or back towards the university campus. Pam is great to communicate with from reserving the house to our stay. Fans in the bedrooms if you need a little extra breeze (or pseudo sound maker). All that you need to prepare a meal if you decide to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
We hope to see you again. Thanks for stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
Thank you for your response. We appreciate your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Beautiful house and scenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, quiet house near IC

Great place! Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2022
Love your comments! Thanks. Hope to see you again.

About the host

Hosted by Pam

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We are local Iowa City residents of over 35 years. We live next door to the rental property on a beautiful acreage. Our house is a 100+ year old farm house with a barn and pond. We enjoy nature, woods, wildlife and quiet rural living and are knowledgeable about local recommendations.

Why they chose this property

Our home is located on the edge of town, providing a peaceful respite for us as well as visitors, while still being close to downtown Iowa City attractions. We have easy access of 5minutes to groceries, and coffee shops. The property is private yet we're available to guests as needed.

What makes this property unique

This home has a front porch and back deck from which to enjoy nature; fields, tress, shrubs, sunsets. The house is comfortable and well equipped and well furnished. The location is rural and on a gravel road 1/2 mile off the main road.

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