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Creekside cottage

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Waterville, IA
  • Yellow River State Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Spook Cave
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Creekside cottage

A true fly fisherman’s dream destination. Located just two miles north upstream of the Yellow River Forest. The sound of water running over the stretch of rapids near the cabin will lull you to sleep. Located just two miles north upstream of the Yellow River Forest. The sound of water running over the stretch of rapids near the cabin will lull you to sleep. No other cabins or homes within sight. Fish and hike during the day then relax at night to a nice camp fire while star gazing in a perfect sky with no light pollution. You will never see the Milky Way so clearly again. Creekside Cottage is also adjacent to a county park with no overnight camping but features a play area for kids.
No other cabins or homes within sight. Fish and hike during the day then relax at night to a nice camp fire while star gazing in a perfect sky with no light pollution. You will never see the Milky Way so clearly again. Creekside Cottage is also adjacent to a county park with no overnight camping but features a play area for kids. A great place to fish, hunt, hike, or enjoy the views of this valley. New Wood Stove recently added in main living room and a brand new outdoor hot tub in the rear of the cabin.

-propane for grill and firewood are not provided with this rental. Please bring your own firewood/buy it in local town. There will be a tank at property that can be filled in town as well.
-3 night minimum stay required for weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.

Property manager

Gabby
Premier Host

Languages

English, Portuguese

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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

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

Waterville

Waterville is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Waterville Pines Park, while Effigy Mounds National Monument and Museum of River History are cultural highlights.
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Waterville, IA

What's nearby

  • Yellow River State Forest - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument - 28 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Spook Cave - 51 min drive - 28.7 km
  • St. Feriole Island Park - 60 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Pikes Peak State Park - 65 min drive - 44.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Rossville Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Winchester - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sportsmans Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hammy's Hideout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waterville Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creekside cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Creekside cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creekside cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Creekside cottage located?

Situated in Waterville, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Waterville Farm and Waterville Pines Park. Waterville Public Library and Waterville Town Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa G.

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

May Trip

The property is just beautiful. Cabin clean. Beds comfortable. We had a wonderful time. Lots of nature!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey b.

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

Stress free

It was a very peaceful property, the hot tub was amazing on a chilly night!! The locals were friendly and gave great places for us to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was very comfortable, clean and secluded. A great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M., Fort Madison iowa

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

Warm welcome

Very nice place, really enjoyed the time spent here. Location was great the peace and quiet was enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

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

Cozy cottage experience

It was a nice secluded cabin in a very senic area of Iowa. The drive into the property was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice stay, but communication could be better

Overall stay was great. However, we believe we left a pair of shoes there and sent a message to the host but never got a response back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Amazing Location

This place as absolutely amazing. We had a great getaway weekend. It was everything and more. Only downside is the bed could be a little more comfortable, but everything else more than makes up for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

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

Quiet Retreat by the Creek

We enjoyed our week at this cozy cabin. The sounds of the creek were relaxing and there was plenty of space for our kids to run and play. The cabin was well equipped with everything we needed, and the accommodations were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Peaceful getaway

We had a lovely time at Creekside Cottage. The stream is beautiful. We hiked in the Yellow River Forest, then enjoyed the hot tub and wood burning stove during the cool evening. The cabin is clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We would love to come again. Springtime birds were a real treat for this bird lover.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

harleynrw

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

Almost perfect

This has to be the most quiet place i have stayed at. The cabin was amazing and the trout stream was therapeutic. Only negative is bed, replace that and its an A+ we will be back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Cozy and Relaxing Getaway

My partner and I rented this cottage for a weekend away to celebrate our anniversary and we couldn’t be happier with this rental! The wood-burning fireplace made the whole place feel cozy and warm. We spent some quality time cooking together in the kitchen and spent lots time in the hot tub that was perfect for an outdoor activity in the winter months. We highly recommend this stay for a cozy weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse V.

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

Fabulous!

What a great place! We had a girls trip in this cute secluded little yet roomy cabin! The hot tub was a definite plus! Everything we needed was there. Hiked the near by state forest and had an exploration day at the Spook cave and Campground. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to relax and enjoy nature with comforts of home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Girl's Weekend

We were extremely pleased with the Creekside Cottage! Beautiful setting and beautiful cabin! The only thing that I would say could be improved is the communication about check-in. We did not get check-in information, so I messaged the host. It took several days and a repeat message to hear back from her. Eventually, she told us that we would receive the keycode for the cabin in the morning before check-in. We did not get the keycode until 1:30 that afternoon. Still in plenty of time, but it would have been nice to have been told all of this ahead of time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Cozy and quiet!

We loved our stay at the Creekside Cottage! It was perfect for celebrating our anniversary and for getting away from the world for a while. The cottage itself has everything you need, including kitchen utensils and pots and pans. I appreciated that there were also pantry staples such as salt and pepper, cooking oil, and spices. I could have done without the little tune the coffee maker plays when it’s turned on and again when the coffee is ready, though (my husband is the coffee drinker, and he gets up earlier than I do). And the area around the cottage needs some clearing up—there are some piles of lumber lying around, and a large groundhog has moved in. It took some time for the property manager to respond to my questions, but she did get back to me eventually. But overall we loved the quiet, secluded location, and the hot tub was very relaxing after a day of hiking. We would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Likely better in the summer

We were seeking a quiet cabin getaway for the NYE weekend. Pros: Cabin was clean. Kitchen was well-stocked with pots/pans/essentials. Towels and linens smelled fresh. Hot tub was a nice extra. Very secluded area. Furniture, blankets, etc were very cozy. Winter/weather limited our ability to get out and explore nearby trails. Communication with the property manager was prompt and professional. Cons: The master bed is atrocious. Saggy, uneven, old and creaky would accurately describe the mattress. The upstairs twin beds were much better. The motion lights outside are very sensitive and went off continuously during the night, the light shone directly into the master. There is quite a bit of excess lumber and scraps around the property. I'd also recommend getting there during daylight to fully see the property, as it is quite remote and very dark after the sun goes down. There is no yard light. Cell phone reception is also limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Sonya P.

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

Secluded stay and fishing access

Beautiful and peaceful! No neighbors and a creek for fishing behind the cottage. We enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit and seeing wild turkeys. State forest close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evette E.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy C.

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

Favorite cozy getaway

We’ve visited “the Iowa Cabin” many times over the past six years. It’s a cozy, well-equipped property with everything we need for a family getaway. The location is peaceful and we’ve taught our kids to trout fish in the stream on the property. Many great memories here - we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joel B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Get away

The house was ready two hours late and the people you deal with were very rude
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan A.

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

Peaceful weekend getaway…

Exactly what we had been hoping for. Beautiful scenery, sound of the creek and wildlife all around us. Late night conversations in the hot tub under the stars. Perfectly peaceful and rejuvenating. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Great get-away

Pictures don't do justice. This is a great location. Yellow River State Forest is amazing. Fun dive bar up the road in the small village. Fishing was tough with low water and high winds but looked very promising and will try some of these spots next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gabby

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Why they chose this property

By a creek with great trout fishing.

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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