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Lazy River Cabin

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
At the riverfront, this cabin features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 12 guests. It includes 2 separate living rooms and 1 hot tub. Enjoy water views from the patio, and take part in nearby adventures like game walks, fishing, and motorboating. The property is pet-friendly and near French Creek Wildlife Management Area and Locust School.

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Dorchester, IA
  • Place, Bluff Country Artists Gallery
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunnings Spring Park
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Lazy River Cabin

3 bed/2 bath cabin sits on the bank of the Upper Iowa River with majestic views of the towering bluffs. You can practically fish right off the back deck. Bring your kayaks, tubes, fishing poles, and of course bathing suits.
*Right by Dorchester public ground hunting.
*Hot tub available all year round with views of the river
*Pets allowed for a one time $50 pet fee per pet
*washer /dryer
-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.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Pets allowed for a one time $50 pet fee per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Start a load of sheets (2-3 sets if used ) in the washer
Put all garbage in the dumpster
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3222728vb
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

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Porter House Museum and Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lansing Wildlife Management Area and Ice Cave Hill Park. Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm and Agora are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Dorchester, IA

What's nearby

  • Bluff Country Artists Gallery - 22 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Luther College - 29 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 29 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Beaver Creek Valley State Park - 29 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum - 32 min drive - 44.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Knotty Marie - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lazy River Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lazy River Cabin?

As of 23 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lazy River Cabin on 3 January 2027 start from NZ$378, 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 Lazy River Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lazy River Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lazy River Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lazy River Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Bluff Country Artists Gallery, Lansing Wildlife Management Area and Houston County Historical Society. Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm and Luther College are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 67 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this cabin. Great location, wonderful, hot tub, would highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside of cabin was well kept and the area was beautiful. Host was available as needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very good. The host was very responsive. The hot tub was perfect. The trip was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Just as explained
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very clean and had everything you needed for a vacation or getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2025
Thanks Chris, hope to have you back again
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time with our sons! The house was very spacious, and we really appreciated that everyone had their own room. It was a great setup for our family.A few things that may be helpful for future guests: the Keurig coffee maker wasn’t working, although we were able to use the other coffee maker. A few of the kitchen outlets were loose and may need some attention. We also enjoyed grilling, although the grill needed to be cleaned before we could use it, and the propane tank was empty, so we exchanged it in town.The dumpster is located fairly close to the house, which did attract quite a few flies around the door. We purchased fly strips during our stay to help with that.Overall, we had a great stay and really enjoyed the spacious house and our time together as a family. I hope these notes are helpful for the owners in making an already enjoyable property even better for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2026
Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for the feedback! We will be moving the dumpster and replacing/fixing the Keurig. We rely on guests to let us know of issues like these so we can make sure to address them right away. Glad you had a great stay and hope to have you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed during the off season, spending our spring break exploring the driftless area. House was warm & welcoming and we enjoyed the hot tub. Very hands off communication with the host. We had everything we needed. Roadway was busy but the noise didn’t bother us. Fun spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lazy river cottage

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was just exactly set up the way it should be. Plenty of room beautiful views all amenities were there from cook surfaces to grill room to sleep. People enjoyed the hot tub. Just great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin, awesome location

Loved staying at the Lazy River Cabin and would definitely stay again! Very cozy property and perfect location on the river with quick access to other streams. Huge bonus with the hot tub, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice place

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls Getaway

We had a great time at the cabin. The hot tub was nice and hot! Plenty to do in the area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was cozy, especially with a fire going.We had a great view of the stars and a meteor shower at night. Local recommendations for sights, food, gas, firewood, etc were spot on. Some of the cutlery/ utensils weren't completely clean (maybe from the previous guest) but we clean before using regardless.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

10/10 recommend this house, great space. Very clean. Good parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Has a great stay. Cabin has everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2024
Thank you Kari! Hope you are welcome to stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

This cabin is amazing. The scenery is perfect for a getaway. The river being right outside made it a nice view, good fishing, and we did a float right to the cabin. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location and view was great, quiet. Air conditioner didn’t work the second night it was 85 degrees inside, first night was cool outside so wasn’t noticeable. We didn’t get back till late so we didn’t bother trying to get help with it. No working lights outside, blinds are all broken, fridge/freezer not cold my ice melted over night. Rodent killer bottle sitting outside the door. I cleaned the dehumidifier filter as it was completely coated with dust. The ac head is dirty so it probably needs a good cleaning too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lazy River Cabin

It was amazing! Such a beautiful place and so well maintained! The views are stunning, the fishing was good and the quaint little town of Dorchester is a real jewel!. I fell in love with The Driftless
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Galentines

Great location and as listed. Nice layout and space to hang out as well as cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Great clean location with plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked that the cabin was exactly as advertised. 3 bedrooms was what we wanted, and space to have our things. Was a complete property, as in its a turn key stay. Just bring your food and drink, and enjoy the wonderful views and scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was perfect but you nagging me to comment is aggravating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean. Cell phone service was spotty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Anniversary

This was a well needed get away. Out in the country fishing on the grounds. Right out the back door,enough land far the dogs to run and not worry.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hunting Week

Overall our stay was very pleasant. The property was mostly clean but did have dead flies and ladybugs around. There was also a mouse in the lower level.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

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