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Barnes City House ~ 3 Mi to Hunting & Fishing!
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9166.5 sq m
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Barnes City, IA
- Place, Montezuma Public Library19 min drive
- Place, Diamond Lake Park20 min drive
- Place, Lake Ponderosa22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Barnes City House ~ 3 Mi to Hunting & Fishing!
Find your next outdoor paradise in Barnes City, IA, when you book this welcoming family home! Located just 3 miles from Hawthorn Lake, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental offers easy access to 182 acres of fishing and 1,400 acres of public hunting land. When you're done for the day, explore the nearby town of Montezuma, make a day trip to the Iowa Speedway, or simply hang out on the patio and relax while dinner cooks on the grill. This charming home is sure to become a family favorite!
-- THE PROPERTY --
3 Mi to Hawthorn Lake | Patio & Grill | In-Unit Laundry
Bedroom 1: 2 Full Beds | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private patio, outdoor dining area, gas grill, fire pit (wood provided)
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs, pool table, decorative fireplace, large sectional sofa, group-friendly dining table, board games
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, new appliances, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, knife block, spices, toaster, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central heating & air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, in-unit washer & dryer, laundry detergent, trash bags & paper towels, hair dryer
ACCESSIBILITY: Steps required for access, 2-story home
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
MONTEZUMA (~9 miles): Historic downtown, Diamond Lake Park, restaurants, lakes & trails, historic barns, 1859 Historic Courthouse
OPT OUTSIDE: Hawthorn Wildlife Management Area - hunting (walking distance) ,Hawthorn Lake (3 miles), Union Mills Access (10 miles), Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve (32 miles), Big Rock (32 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Barnes City (1 mile), Wagaman Mill & Museum (23 miles), Keokuk County Historical Society (25 miles), Vermeer Museum & Global Pavilion (28 miles), Tulip Time - Pella (29 miles), The Klokkenspel (30 miles), Iowa Speedway (42 miles), Amana Colonies (53 miles)
AIRPORT: Iowa City Municipal Airport (66 miles), Des Moines International Airport (83 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The fireplace is decorative and not available for guest use
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires stairs to access
-- THE PROPERTY --
3 Mi to Hawthorn Lake | Patio & Grill | In-Unit Laundry
Bedroom 1: 2 Full Beds | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private patio, outdoor dining area, gas grill, fire pit (wood provided)
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs, pool table, decorative fireplace, large sectional sofa, group-friendly dining table, board games
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, new appliances, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, knife block, spices, toaster, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central heating & air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, in-unit washer & dryer, laundry detergent, trash bags & paper towels, hair dryer
ACCESSIBILITY: Steps required for access, 2-story home
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
MONTEZUMA (~9 miles): Historic downtown, Diamond Lake Park, restaurants, lakes & trails, historic barns, 1859 Historic Courthouse
OPT OUTSIDE: Hawthorn Wildlife Management Area - hunting (walking distance) ,Hawthorn Lake (3 miles), Union Mills Access (10 miles), Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve (32 miles), Big Rock (32 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Barnes City (1 mile), Wagaman Mill & Museum (23 miles), Keokuk County Historical Society (25 miles), Vermeer Museum & Global Pavilion (28 miles), Tulip Time - Pella (29 miles), The Klokkenspel (30 miles), Iowa Speedway (42 miles), Amana Colonies (53 miles)
AIRPORT: Iowa City Municipal Airport (66 miles), Des Moines International Airport (83 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The fireplace is decorative and not available for guest use
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires stairs to access
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Barnes City
Barnes City is home to this holiday home. Edmundson Golf Course and Tassel Ridge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Fun Valley Ski Area and McGrew Fine Arts Center.

Barnes City, IA
What's nearby
- Montezuma Public Library - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
- Diamond Lake Park - 20 min drive - 20.9 km
- Fox Forest County Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 20.9 km
- Lake Ponderosa - 22 min drive - 23.7 km
- Grinnell College - 45 min drive - 60.0 km
Restaurants
- Longhorn Saloon - 3 min drive
- Grubb's Premium Popping Corn - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
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
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
19 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Carol T.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Review of Barnes City House
Carol T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven D.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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