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Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville

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A single-story house with a front yard, a large tree, and a mailbox.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A living room with a brown sofa, a checkered armchair, a wooden side table with a vase, and a door leading to another room.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a vase with flowers on the table.
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville

Grandma's house is a relaxing home away from home. It gives you a place to gather around the table at the eat-in kitchen or sit out on the oversized patio in the private backyard. The kitchen is fully loaded with everything you need to make or heat up a quick meal. There are two family rooms to provide plenty of space to spread out, play games or watch TV. This home is located near a major highway which makes it easy to go anywhere in the city.

Plenty of restaurants nearby, including Pagliais Pizza, Wildwood Smokehouse,etc. The University of Iowa is nearby, as is Kinnick Stadium, Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Hancher Auditorium and many other arenas and auditoriums. Relax and enjoy the area.

Grandma's House is not an Event Center. Parties/Sendoffs etc. are not permitted under any circumstances. Guests hosting parties will be assessed a penalty of $500-$1000 in addition to the reservation payment. No parties ever.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Put used towels, sheets, and pillowcases on the washer.

Grandma's House is not an Event Center. Parties/Sendoffs etc. are not permitted under any circumstances. Guests hosting parties will be assessed a penalty of $500-$1000 plus the reservation payment.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3616923
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Iowa City

Iowa City is home to this vacation home. Clear Creek Greenbelt and Coralville Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History. Iowa Children's Museum and Raptor Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Englert Theater - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Iowa Old Capitol Building - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mesa 503 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville?

As of Sep 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville on Sep 13, 2026 start from $181, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grandma's House - home away from home, close to UI, downtown IC and Coralville located?

Situated in Iowa City, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Iowa, Iowa Avenue Literary Walk, and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are also within 3 mi (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Melinda Wieland

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