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Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Harpers Ferry City Park
  • Place, Effigy Mounds National Monument
  • Place, Yellow River State Forest

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Loft

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River

This picturesque log cabin is nestled in the hills of the Mississippi River Bluffs. Perfect for a family getaway, a romantic weekend or can be used as a hunters paradise. Easy access to the river for a fun day of fishing. With plenty of local restaurants with amazing foods, just minutes away. You can tour the bluffs, go UTV riding, or go for a walk on the many walking trails along the Yellow River and Effigy Mounds. For the wine connoisseur, visit the area wineries in Waukon, Marquette, Lansing or Ferryville. This cabin features a large yard for parking and outdoor activities along with a picnic table. We are located on a county highway, just 1 mile away from town, which is where the public boat landing is. Just on the other side of the highway, are train tracks. The trains coming through are always blowing their horn, night and day, so something to be aware of! Some people love it, some hate it. The loft homes a queen sized bed and 2 double beds. Down stairs has a couch and a 2nd pull out couch with a reading space.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Located in Harpers Ferry, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Blackhawk Junction and Riverside Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waukon Junction Wildlife Area and Waterville Pines Park. Marquette Depot Museum & Information Center and Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harpers Ferry, IA

What's nearby

  • Harpers Ferry City Library - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Harpers Ferry City Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Waukon Junction Wildlife Area - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Yellow River State Forest - 16 min drive - 13.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Spillway Supper Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell’s Liqour Box - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Spring Lake Inn - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Falling Rock Bar and Bait - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪La Cabina di Borich - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Log Cabin next to the Mississippi River located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bluffview Park, Harpers Ferry City Library and Harpers Ferry City Park. Delphey Island and Noble's Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vern F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The cabin was cozy , comfortable, and private. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and playing games. We brought our fur baby who enjoyed the outside area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Strathman F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as advertised. We had a wonderful retreat here. Carrie was super helpful with everything. We would definitely go back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Short get away!

We had a great stay! Beautiful cabin and yard. Had everything we needed and more. And love that we could bring our dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This is a nice property that worked well for our needs. It should be mentioned that there is a railroad tracks immediately in front of the home. As much as four times a night, a train would roll by with its horn very loud as there's a road crossing. Otherwise the home was nice, certainly could have had the air conditioner fixed and not dripping through our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Sweet Log Cabin!

Great location for hiking and seeing the effigy mounds. Plenty of little towns nearby to have a meal if you so choose. The cabin is beautiful inside with all the amenities needed for a very cozy stay. Wonderful place for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

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

Nice cabin

Nice small cabin by the river, had a good and relaxing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

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

Great weekend

Thanks for the relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D., Urbandale, IA

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

Spring break exploring

Cute property. Good jumping off point to explore the parks and trails around the area. Comfortable beds as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

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

Relaxing

very clean and cozy, enjoyed our stay, would stay there again and have til friend about it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca s.

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

Wonderful Spring Break Getaway

My dog, kids and I stayed for four nights over spring break. The cabin was pristine, adorable and very spacious, while feeling cozy. The owners are very organized and thoughtful of their guests. We've stayed in several cabins over the years and this one was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was adorable very clean & nice. Host was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

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

Awesomeness

Everything needed was supplied and what a beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Our stay

My wife and I were very happy with the stay. The cabin was very nice and had everything that you would need (including things we should have rememebered to bring ourselves). Already have recommended it to family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff m.

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

Warm and inviting

Cabin was very cute. It was clean and very well stocked with everything one could need. Except for the trains in the night the cabin was quiet. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Cozy cabin

Very nice cabin. Clean and well stocked. Pictures are spot on. The beds are comfortable and lots of pillows. Loved the decor and over all feel of the place. I would recommend to anyone to stay here. Con: very close to the highway and the train tracks. Did not bother me but just be aware. The trains at night were loud but I turned a fan on the second night and slept fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Horribly cold

have a complain about the place we were reserved in Harper’s Ferry, Iowa. We ended up arriving there on the day after which was Friday morning December 20. The place was not shoveled of the snow. The entire place was cold and we could not get it to warm up and we saw only ambient heaters and they did not get it warmed up that well. We contacted the owner Carrie and she told us she would find the maintenance people. We waited and no one came. We continued to still feel it very cold. We decided that we could not stay there any longer and decided to leave. We received a text from a Kyle who said he was the owner of the place too. He said he would go and check out the place. He told us that the thermostat was apparently set down to a very low number probably by the cleaning lady. I assure you we never saw a thermostat, the place was very very cold and the bathroom was even worse in that it was colder. I advised Kyle that we would appreciate it if we were refunded our money as we never went there in the evening of December 19 due to a snow storm and we were barely there in the 20th. He said Carrie would take care of that. We have not heard from Carrie and are worried she will not honor that. I am not sure who was giving them 10/10 for reviews but if you ask me I would not even give them a 1/10 for a review. The place was cold, the snow wasn’t shoveled. I am sorry but we had been looking forward to a getaway and this is not what we expected. I would like for you t
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much and that was the most important thing for us with our little anniversary getaway. We note that this is not exactly riverfront so don't be confused by the listing and the fireplace is electric. Check-In was a little difficult because we arrived after dark and we had to find the lock box and then manage the strange triple lock mechanism to get in. Then since it was dark out it was dark inside and we had trouble finding the remote controls to manage the lights. However, these are minor issues overall and once we figured it out everything was just fine. We found the place to be cute and quaint and well enough appointed that we were very comfortable. It was close to everything we wanted to do and far enough so that we felt fairly remote. We enjoyed our stay very much and it's likely we'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

randall c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is very nice. We were impressed with the cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our time here! Trains didn’t wake up anyone but me but I’m a lite sleeper. We would stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin, nice area, I would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Stay in June, 2025 for two nights

Beautiful cabin. Lots of amenities to enhance the rustic cabin feeling. Located along a highway. Can't see the Mississippi River from cabin but it is a very short drive to it. We enjoyed our time at the cabin and in the vicinity.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Short

Pets allowed, but not a big enough yard for an active dog
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Cute cabin

Cute, clean , cozy cabin in a friendly location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Great getaway

We wanted a quick, 3 night getaway that was very low key. This cabin was perfect for us! We enjoyed nearby hiking during the day and reading by the fireplace in the evening. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen has everything needed for cooking. Would happily stay here again. It is as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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