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Island Getaway in the Midwest!

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sabula, IA
  • Place, Sabula Access
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sabula Public Library
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Sabula Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Island Getaway in the Midwest!

Steps away from the Mississippi River and Sabula Lakes. Completely renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow perfect for a weekend getaway or a week exploring the Upper Mississippi. Perfect for boaters, bikers or anyone looking for quiet small town living on the Mississippi. 20 minutes from vibrant Bellevue, Iowa and 40 minutes from historic Galena, IL. Minutes away from Savanna, IL where you can hop on your bike and roll through lush forests with scenic overlooks along the Great River Hike and Bike Trail. Or just hang out at the beach around the Sabula Lakes and enjoy the free kayaks provided with your stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2879513vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Sabula

Located in Sabula, this holiday home is on a river. Savanna Museum and Cultural Center and Iron Horse Motorcycle Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Savanna Train Car Museum and Thomson Causeway Recreation Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Sabula, IA

What's nearby

  • Sabula Access - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sabula Public Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sabula City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Upper Sabula Lake - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Sabula Lake Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Poopy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manny's Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Getaway in the Midwest! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Getaway in the Midwest!?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Getaway in the Midwest! on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$456, 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 Island Getaway in the Midwest!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Getaway in the Midwest!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Getaway in the Midwest!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island Getaway in the Midwest! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mississippi River, Sabula Public Library and Lower Sabula Lake. Sabula City Hall and Sabula Access are also within 10 minutes.

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. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Relaxing stay

We wanted somewhere quiet where my husband could fish and I could walk or read. The house was the perfect size for us and everyone was very friendly. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Adorable little place

We were very impressed by this property. Very clean and adorable little house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2024
Thanks for staying Kristina! Hope you guys come again soon :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Weekend away on Iowa's island

Such a quite and relaxing get away. Loved to walks around town from the river view to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2024
Thanks for staying, Lisa! Walking around the island is one of my favorite things to do in Sabula as well :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this place in Sabula IA for 3 adults and it was perfect. Very clean which is our most important quality. We loved the screened porch. The house has everything you need. So nice to have 2 full bathrooms. Blackout shades for sleeping. Just raise them and the natural light is amazing. Very seamless check in and check out. The place exceeded our expectations in every regard. Quiet street just a few yards to the river. Love Sabula and this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your stay and what was important to you! So glad the house met your expectations. Sabula truly is a quite hidden gem where you can get away and relax for an extended weekend :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jen r.

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

Family Getaway

We loved our stay here. Such a cute cozy house . Was nice to be walking distance to the ice cream shop and to go swim. Thankyou!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2023
Glad you guys enjoyed the area! Thanks again for staying!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

Fall Getaway

The property was great and everything that was advertised. Great unique area surrounding the Mississippi River with beautiful fall colors. The wineries, pubs, and hiking areas weren't far and worth the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2023
Thanks so much for the review! You guys picked a great weekend to visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

My wife and I and another couple rode motorcycles up from the KCMO area and enjoyed the ride! The home is very clean and cute and met our needs perfectly. We had a great time riding in the area and visiting a few local towns, parks and establishments.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
Thank you so much for your review Joseph! Glad you guys enjoyed your stay. You guys are welcome back anytime :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Weekend gwtaway

This house was amazing and so was Erin! I highly recommend booking with her. My son and I slept the best we ever have in this cute cozy house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you for your kind words Melissa! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Sabula!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

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

Short but sweet

Such a comfortable and cozy home. Very clean with everything you need! Loved this cozy bungalow!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Glad you guys enjoyed your stay (even through the rain) 😊 Thank you for staying!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna E.

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

Relaxing & extremely CLEAN

We loved the Mint house in Sabula. I would love to stay there again in the future. Everything was thought of ahead of time. I cooked breakfast and had every kitchen item I needed. Guest bedroom bed was very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! You are welcome back anytime :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall R.

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

Wonderful Property! Highly Recommend!

My family and I had a wonderful time at our stay at this location. We were so incredibly impressed by how clean and welcoming this little home was. The owners did an amazing job at renovating this home. It sat on an island surrounded by the Mississippi River. We loved this property and it had everything that we needed! I highly recommend staying in this property if you are ever in the area. The views in the surrounding area were absolutely breathtaking! We will definitely be back if we are ever in the area! Thank you for letting us stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Thank you Kendall! So glad you enjoyed your stay :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason Z.

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

Not your typical VRBO

We really felt like we were in a higher end place, it may sound funny be they have the best towels lol. Everything was spotless and everything in the entire house worked (if you rented other places then you know this isnt common). We can tell the owners care. They were super helpful with ideas to do during our stay too. Cannot say enough good things about our stay, we will definitely be back! Best home we've rented so far in 10yrs! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
Thanks for the great review Jason! You guys are definitely welcome again next year :) We hope that it was a very relaxing stay for you guys and enjoyed the serenity of the island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan W.

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

Very welcoming

We went to Sibula to visit friends for a New Year’s celebration. This little house was everything that we needed plus more. Was so welcoming opening the door and having Christmas decorations up to give you the at home feeling. The home was well stocked and had everything that we needed to help us make our meals. Would definitely go back. Spent our night ringing in the new year at Sippi Side restaurant/bar in Savana listening to the band. Was an easy drive there. Plus, seeing all the eagles over the weekend was an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2024
So glad you enjoyed your weekend in the area! Glad you ran into Pat too ;) He was the one that put all the “hard work” into the house :)

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Hosted by Erin Engelbrecht

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