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The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.

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A kitchen area with a dining table, bar stools, and a person sitting on a couch.
A fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden table in a grassy outdoor area.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, and a coffee table. There is a TV, a lamp, and a bookshelf in the room.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a black countertop, and a tiled backsplash. There are hanging utensils and a chalkboard sign on the wall.
A hallway with a dark blue door, a welcome sign, potted plants, a white chair, a black chair, and a small shelf with pictures.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Winterset, IA
  • Place, Cedar Bridge
    โ€ช13 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Madison County Courthouse
    โ€ช14 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, John Wayne Birthplace Museum
    โ€ช14 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    โ€ช38 min driveโ€ฌ

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower ยท Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet ยท Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.

Explore the Iowa countryside with this 70's ranch as your relaxing base camp. Situated on 5 acres of rolling hills in rural Madison County, Iowa, this centrally located homestead has something for every kind of traveler. The charming town of Winterset is just minutes away, as well the historic Covered Bridges, wineries, breweries, parks and more. Located next to Speckled Hen Farms farm store and Lone Oaks Farm, you can take in an occasional music event or class!

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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 0โ€“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 # 2933887vb
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 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
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

Winterset

Located in Winterset, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Winterset Stage and John Wayne Birthplace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Topgolf and Kinship Brewing Company. Travelling with kids? Consider Living History Farms, or check out an event or a game at Valley Stadium.
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Winterset, IA

What's nearby

  • Cedar Bridge - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
  • The Winterset Stage - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Madison County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 17.0 km
  • John Wayne Birthplace Museum - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Clark Tower - 16 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชMcDonald's - โ€ฌ13 min drive
  • โ€ชCasey's General Store - โ€ฌ13 min drive
  • โ€ชPetite Cafe - โ€ฌ14 min drive
  • โ€ชHardee's - โ€ฌ13 min drive
  • โ€ชFrostee's - โ€ฌ14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

As of 22 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$976, 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 The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cedar Bridge, The Winterset Stage and John Wayne Birthplace Museum. Hogback Bridge and Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of our favorite places to stay when we visit the area for family gatherings. The country setting is perfect for our families, lots of room to run for the kids and enough seating space for dinner gatherings. Kris is very attentive and kind, will absolutely continue to stay at this location and appreciate all of the extra offerings the home has!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at The Roost!The house was absolutely charming, comfortable, and full of personality. The views from the property were beautiful, and it was such a peaceful place to come back to after long days out and about. We were in the Winterset area for the Booneville Backroads Ultra, and The Roost made the perfect home base for our weekend. Everything felt welcoming and thoughtfully put together. We would happily stay here again and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Great host! Loved her little shop next door. Ideal location - close to Winterset but in a beautiful country setting. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time there. We had bad weather and lost power for about 3 hrs.. Our friend had a rechargeable emergency light that worked perfect as we went to town and charged our phones and the light. That would be a recommendation I would add. Kitchen is well stocked for supplies and we cooked 2 meals there and it was very nice. Since we were 2 couples we liked that there were 2 bathrooms. I would recommend 2 queen beds but there is a queen and 3 double beds were very comfortable ceiling fans in each room. Kris the host was very helpful and kind we enjoyed the farm fresh eggs and the rooster themed decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect place to stay for our Book Club. We enjoyed meeting Kris when she opened her boutique ( a few steps away from her Vrbo) and we saw all the local Iowa products as well as fun boutique items to buy. The house was perfect with the four bedrooms and two baths and its fun decor. We enjoyed playing cards on the spacious dining room table and watching the FIFA games. The country location allowed us to relax, however is was close to West Des Moines, Winterset and other smalll towns we wanted to visit. We all agreed that we would highly recommend staying at The Roost.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location, very clean and spacious house, beautiful and peaceful location.We had a great time, Kris was an exceptional host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Roost. Everything was perfect and Kris was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place, lovely weekend

A group of girlfriends wanted a weekend away near Des Moines. This place was amazing - close to town, has what we needed in the kitchen, comfy beds, spacious house, wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2022
Thank you so much Lori for the positive review and for choosing to stay with us! We appreciate it and hope you will be back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kris was a very welcoming host. The house was clean and fully decorated. The kitchen had lots of cooking supplies, which was good for fixing Thanksgiving dinner. Lovely views and homey comfortable environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was perfect for us!

There were 8 adults who stayed at this house and the accommodations were perfect. The host made it know she was there if we needed her and was welcoming without being over bearing. We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2024
Thank you so much for the nice review! We're sohappy that you enjoyed your stay and we would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brothers Sister and spouses reunion

Very peaceful quiet house located in the country. House was very clean, beds were comfortable, and plenty of cooking supplies. We all really enjoyed our stay. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2024
Thank you John for the great review! It was a pleasure hosting you and your guests and we would love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice sisterโ€™s getaway!

Quiet, private, and beautiful scenery! The house was so cute! Close enough to Des Moines for shopping, but far enough away from the city that we had peace & quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
Thank you Stephanie for staying with us and we are so happy you enjoyed your time at The Roost! You were fabulous guests and we'd love to have you come visit us again! โค๏ธ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Weekend Trip

This is a great property in a picturesque setting. The decor was beautiful and the house was well stocked. The hosts were amazing and very responsive. They gave us great suggestions for restaurants and activities. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2024
Such a fun group of guests! Loved getting the chance to meetthem and wow the house looked amazing when they checked out! Thank you so much and please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Nice stay in the country!

We were in the area for a wedding and spent two nights at the Roost. It had everything we needed, was clean and the shower and tub in the master bath were wonderful! We enjoyed coffee on the deck and also on the front porch. The fireflies in the evening seen from the deck were amazing as well as various deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Awesome place! We look forward to staying at this house every year. Thx again Kris.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2023
I'm so glad you guys enjoyed your time here and we really appreciate you choosing The Roost! Hope to see you back again next season! ๐Ÿ˜Š Kris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is perfect for a quiet remote get away. The accommodations are very clean and have everything that you can think of. The large master bedroom is at the opposite end of the house off by itself. Very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Countryside Home

We had a girl's weekend getaway. The house and location was absolutely perfect. The property is clean, inviting, and has plenty of space for a group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Great trip! Kris was absolutely awesome to deal with and the property is amazing. Thanks again and already looking forward to next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Thank you so much Josh! So glad you guys had a great time and we are so thrilled to welcome you back again next year! ๐Ÿ˜€
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sisters weekend

Excellent all around! The property manager was beyond Excellent!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Thank you so much Katy for the wonderful review! You gals were such a joy and I hope you will choose to stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Roost is the perfect country get away! Itโ€™s spacious and stocked with all essentials. Loved it!

Kris was just amazing. She accommodated our schedule, provided activity suggestions, and even brought us fresh eggs for breakfast! Highly recommend The Roost!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2022
It was a pleasure! So happy to know you gals enjoyed your stay! We would love to have you back again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation/Birthday celebration

Kris is an amazing hostess, timely responses, beautiful property, all the things needed provided for our stay to make us comfortable. Farm fresh eggs & K cups a plenty! Comfortable for us 7!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at The Roost ! You guys were an amazing group and it was so much fun to get the chance to meet you all at the farm store! We would love to welcome you back anytime!๐Ÿ˜Š
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot!

Just super cute, clean and cozy. Kris was accommodating, responsive and just nice. A gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Roost

We had a fabulous time on our sisters trip to Winterset. The Roost was so comfortable, clean, and accommodating. The beds were very comfortable. Kris delivered, homemade bread and provided fresh eggs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2023
Thank you so much for such a nice review! We are so glad you enjoyed your trip and your time at the Roost! And wow did you leave the house beautiful! Thank you so so much! You are welcome back anytime!๐Ÿ˜Š

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