10/10 Excellent
Jean H.
3 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tulip Time getaway
Jean H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Pella & Red Rock Lake
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12353 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Pella, IA
- Bos Landen Golf Club5 min drive
- Central College6 min drive
- Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House9 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
4 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pella & Red Rock Lake
Pella Red Rocks: Get away and relax in this beautiful walkout 5 bedroom ranch located near Lake Red Rock, Central College, Bos Landon Golf course and Historic Pella. Experience the Dutch Village of 12,000 friendly people and 3 windmills. It is the Home of Tulip Time, famous worldwide Pella windows and Vermeer manufacturing giants. Dutch treats at Pella bakeries and tasty cheese and meats at the 2 meat markets should not be missed.
Bike (house is very close to Volksweg lake bike trail), golf, tour, shop, eat, boat/marina, swim, fish, hike all within 5 minutes of this country get away.
Located 60 minutes from Des Moines International Airport and Drake University, 5 minutes from Central College. 15 minutes from Newton, 15 minutes from Knoxville, 25 minutes from Oskaloosa, 95 mins from the University of Iowa and 85 minutes from Iowa State University.
Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature with a screened in porch after enjoying the endless shoreline of Lake Red Rock, the largest lake in Iowa. Whitetail deer, owls, 100's of bald eagles close. This house full of Pella windows allows you to enjoy sunshine and the beauty of large trees, by bringing nature indoors.
Bike (house is very close to Volksweg lake bike trail), golf, tour, shop, eat, boat/marina, swim, fish, hike all within 5 minutes of this country get away.
Located 60 minutes from Des Moines International Airport and Drake University, 5 minutes from Central College. 15 minutes from Newton, 15 minutes from Knoxville, 25 minutes from Oskaloosa, 95 mins from the University of Iowa and 85 minutes from Iowa State University.
Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature with a screened in porch after enjoying the endless shoreline of Lake Red Rock, the largest lake in Iowa. Whitetail deer, owls, 100's of bald eagles close. This house full of Pella windows allows you to enjoy sunshine and the beauty of large trees, by bringing nature indoors.
Property manager
Paula Lee
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pella
Located in Pella, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Elk Rock State Park and Lake Red Rock, while Scholte House Museum & Gardens and National Sprint Car Hall of Fame are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Southern Iowa Fair, or check out an event or a game at Knoxville Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pella, IA
What's nearby
- Lake Red Rock - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Bos Landen Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Central College - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
- Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Knoxville Raceway - 22 min drive - 21.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 8 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 9 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Culver's - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
JOSEPH F.
6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend
JOSEPH F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
dakota F.
29 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
dakota F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne C.
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
Suzanne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris C.
9 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice large home near the lake.
Chris C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jean H.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retired women at Tulip Time
Jean H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey T.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful large home
Lindsey T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mara S.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Mara S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aaron B.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Aaron B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Michael A.
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space and beautiful setting
Michael A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diana V.
5 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun get-away for old high school friends
Diana V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Calvin H.
14 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful retreat
Calvin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kitty B.
5 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely
Kitty B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angie T.
15 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place!
Angie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kathi T.
26 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Kathi T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori S.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TULIP Time
Lori S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
30 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pella trip
Robert B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirt and Connie D.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pella Stay Headquarters
Kirt and Connie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy W.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central College Graduation
Amy W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lance S.
23 September 2016
GREAT place!
Lance S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016
10/10 Excellent
Joe L.
23 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool
Joe L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen Z.
11 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tulip Time Vacation
Karen Z.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kristie S.
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coming Home to Turn 5-OH!
Kristie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Overdue Family Reunion
Rachel C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Paula Lee
Hosts have owned the home for over 25 years. Well maintained property with ownership available by cell, text or email at all times. We look forward to welcoming you to Pella.
Why they chose this property
Ideal location close to Central College, Lake Red Rock, Bos Landen Golf Course, Pella, Knoxville and about 50 minutes to Des Moines. Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature on property where you'll perhaps see deer, owls and bald eagles. Bike, golf, tour, shop, eat, boat, swim, fish and hike all within five minutes of this country getaway.
What makes this property unique
Private, serene, rural setting on wooded acreage that allows for groups of up to 14. Large great room connects living, kitchen and dining area on first floor, along with two bedrooms and three bathrooms. Outdoor areas include screened porch and large grassy areas. Secured garage holds 2 cars. Lower level walk-out offers privacy with three bedrooms, one bathroom, living area and kitchenette.
Languages:
English
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