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Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Montour, IA
  • Place, Meskwaki Bingo Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Grinnell College
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa Speedway
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly

Welcome to Butternut Cabin, the original cabin at Pilgrim Heights. Built in the early 1940s just after Sportsman’s Lake was created, this space was once a summer house for roller rink workers, later served as a staff cabin, and after years of sitting quiet, it’s been brought back to life for short stays, camps, and retreats.

Tucked right beside the lake, Butternut offers peaceful views from its private deck and a cozy, rustic feel inside. It features a king bed, futon, kitchenette (microwave, mini fridge, coffee maker, and hot plate), AC and a private bathroom with a hot shower.

Your stay supports more than just a weekend getaway—rental proceeds help fund programs for youth and families to experience nature, community, and rest here at Pilgrim Heights.

PLEASE NOTE: All roads on our grounds are gravel, but please note that the road leading directly to your cabin is especially rough. 4 wheel drive recommended.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fishing is catch and release only. No outside boats, kayaks, canoes, or other water vessels are permitted on the lake

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

Montour

Montour is home to this cabin. Lohberger Memorial Park and Union Grove State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marshalltown Family Aquatic Center and Bison Corral.
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Montour, IA

What's nearby

  • Meskwaki Bingo Casino - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Big Treehouse - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Marshalltown Speedway - 20 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Grinnell College - 33 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Iowa Speedway - 53 min drive - 83.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Luckys Grill and Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Terraza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Charro Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly?

As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly on 2 April 2026 start from NZ$235, 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 Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Butternut Cabin - Lake Front Views & Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Montour, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Meskwaki Bingo Casino and within 6 miles (10 km) of McCoy Landing and Izaak Walton Tract Recreation Area. Le Grand Pioneer Heritage Library and Lohberger Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunnie M.

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

What a fun time a the lake!!!

Our family enjoyed our stay so much the kids asked when we are going again on the way home. We made wonderful memories as a family while we fished, kayaked, paddle boated, canoed, and explored nature. So nice that life jackets, kayaks, canoes and paddle boat were available to use with our stay. Our family loved all the water fun! We enjoyed bring our dog along too since she is an important part of our family. Pilgrim Heights is so close to our home that we plan on going many more times! The staff were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Paula W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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