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Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa

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A red house with a porch, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.
A house with a red exterior, a porch with a rocking chair, and a garden with various flowers and plants.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and potted plants.
A window with a view of trees and plants outside.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Iowa

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Iowa City

Twain, a neighbourhood in Iowa City, is home to this cottage. The Englert Theater and Old Capitol Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coral Valley Market and 25th Avenue Mall. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Iowa Old Capitol Building - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Venus Fly Trap - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Artist Cottage, convenient to down town & UIowa located?

Located in Twain, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Iowa, Iowa City Public Library and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. The Englert Theater and Mercy Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

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
Cozy place, just as described!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded my expectations! Will def be staying here again if I’m in Iowa City!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cozy spot

Enjoyed staying here for a conference house was quaint and eclectic and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

artsy retreat

Loved staying here. It was cosy, peaceful, and filled with interesting artistic elements inspired by nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful neighborhood stay

My daughter-in-law and I enjoyed our stay so much. The house was so comfy and cozy, and the neighborhood was walkable abd welcoming. Our stay could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Everything was as advertised. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!

Everything was just perfect! The wood burning fireplace was a nice bonus! I would most definitely stay again when in town. Great location and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was cute and very quiet. My dog loved the backyard.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for a weekend in IC

Great stay at this beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood for a weekend in Iowa City. Great communication, smooth check in, and everything was as described. We’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was lovely, well-located, and functional. I loved the attention to detail, the character, and the location. Heather is a personable, welcoming, and non-intrusive host, and I'd absolutely stay at her home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely stay

We had a lovely stay. The house was cozy, the yard easy to access, and the owner available and communicative, but left us to ourselves. And it was easy access to lots of activities in Iowa City. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

comfortable home near downtown

quiet, cozy home with all the amenities and walking distance to everything
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Cute little cottage had everything we needed. Close to downtown and great hidden spots in the neighborhood. Host was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Little House

My college roommate and I stayed here for a weekend to relive our time at Iowa. This house was the perfect place to stay. Clean, close to downtown and just enough space for us to relax and hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in Iowa City, and this cozy cottage was the perfect place to call home for our short stay. We had it all to ourselves, the kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans/utensils, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and warm home!

I loved this home, felt safe, comfortable and the plants were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Thank you

We would stay there again. Hospitality, safe neighborhood, & availability was greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a magical house—very clean, comfortable, and utterly charming. I felt instantly at home. Heather was lovely and very responsive. I’d come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint area of IA City...so grateful to have our dog along

The cottage was in a cute and historic area of Iowa City. It was nicely decorated in an eclectic style...we enjoyed looking around at the different pieces of art on display. We also appreciated the Welcome sheet left by the host that gave tips on where to eat nearby. We tried the vegan place and really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, cozy place amd excellent communication!

This is such a cute, cozy location! My friend and I were in town for just a few days, and were looking for a quiet place to relax. This home is extremely cute and absolutely decorated with care. Unfortunately we had to cut our trip short, but the host was excellent at assisting us when we needed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

An Unexpected Delight

The decor was representative of sharing of one’s self to others and it was oh, so welcoming and delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location. Super host.

Property is in a quiet neighborhood. Easily accessible. Heather was clear available with her communication. Everything is exactly as represented. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Stayed here with my husband and dog while visiting family for Christmas. The home was as described, cozy and comfortable. The mattress in the upstairs room was amazingly comfortable (we both like a firm bed). Location was convenient to highways and things to do. The neighborhood was very walkable, which our German Shepard thoroughly appreciated. Heather was very responsive to messages before and during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Homecoming

I was visiting Iowa City after having moved away years ago. I was happy to find the listing for this rustic home tucked away in the heart of the city and just a few minutes from downtown. The house was cozy with many enjoyable pieces of art throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect writer's retreat

I loved my stay at Heather's lovely, artistic home! I came for a writer's workshop at the university (which would have been walking distance if there hadn't been a heat wave that week). The house is in a quiet neighborhood, had everything I needed. I enjoyed being surrounded by her pretty plants. Heather was very helpful & quick to reach out/respond to messages. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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