10/10 Excellent
Jacy K.
6 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacy K.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Apartment
Welcome to Dot’s Abode!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Boone, IA
- Boone Speedway4 min drive
- Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum4 min drive
- Seven Oaks Recreation7 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
About this property
Welcome to Dot’s Abode!
Make yourself at home in this bright and airy **2-bedroom corner unit** on the 2nd floor of a secure building — all the comforts of home are ready for you; just *pack a bag and arrive!*
Perfect for families visiting **ISU**, catching a game in Ames, or exploring local attractions, including the **speedway** and the **Rail Explorer**. Everything you need is within easy reach: **Walmart, Fareway and Casey’s** are all just a short walk away.
Enjoy **well-lit, off-street parking**, and a location that keeps you close to both city and country — just **15 miles from Ames** and *50 miles from Des Moines* Whether you’re here for sports, sightseeing, or a relaxing getaway, Dot’s Abode is your cozy home base.
Perfect for families visiting **ISU**, catching a game in Ames, or exploring local attractions, including the **speedway** and the **Rail Explorer**. Everything you need is within easy reach: **Walmart, Fareway and Casey’s** are all just a short walk away.
Enjoy **well-lit, off-street parking**, and a location that keeps you close to both city and country — just **15 miles from Ames** and *50 miles from Des Moines* Whether you’re here for sports, sightseeing, or a relaxing getaway, Dot’s Abode is your cozy home base.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
Boone
Boone is home to this apartment. Ledges State Park and McHose Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum and Iowa Arboretum. Furman Aquatic Center and Trailhead Park and Arboretum are also worth visiting.
Boone, IA
What's nearby
- McHose Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Boone Speedway - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Seven Oaks Recreation - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
- Ledges State Park - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
- Whistle Stop Cafe - 3 min drive
- Taco John's - 2 min drive
- Toby K's Hideaway - 4 min drive
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10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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