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Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

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The Van Buren in Iowa City's historic Northside.
Welcome!
Wide front porch
Living room
Dining room, the table expands to seat eight
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Popular LocationMercy Hospital5 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa5 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa Hospital and Clinics4 min drive
  • AirportIowa City, IA (IOW)9 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

Unbeatable location! The Van Buren is a block from “Dirty” John’s Grocery, the vibrant Northside restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and more! Then it’s just a quick stroll to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Attending a game? We're a short drive or a lovely walk to the stadiums.

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

What you'll enjoy at The Van Buren:

🚗 PARKING: Off-street parking is included for up to three mid-sized vehicles. It is single-lane parking, so plan accordingly. Free street parking is also available.

☕️ FRONT PORCH: Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on our wide, welcoming front porch!

🛋️ LIVING ROOM: Relax on the couch or comfy leather chair while you watch the big screen TV equipped with Roku so you can easily log in to your streaming services, all powered with free high-speed wifi.

🍽️ DINING ROOM: Enjoy meals at the dining table (can expand to seat 8) or chat by the bar.

🥘 KITCHEN: Everything you'd need to prep and enjoy a meal! Our kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, oven, electric cooktop, pots, pans, plates, glassware, flatware, utensils... you name it! Coffee and tea are always stocked.

🚿 BATHROOM #1 (main floor): Tucked in the hallway for privacy and flanked by bedrooms, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo.

🛏️ BEDROOM #1 (main floor, dark purple): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, closet with hangers, and a built-in desk/vanity.

🛏️ BEDROOM #2 (main floor, yellow): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, and closet with hangers.

🚿 BATHROOM #2 (second floor): With updated tile floor and shower surround, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo. Just outside the bathroom is a full-length mirror and an additional vanity area, perfect for prepping for a night out.

🛏️ BEDROOM #3 (second floor, white): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, closet with hangers, sitting area, a dresser and vanity mirror with built-in LED lighting.

🛏️ BEDROOM #4 (second floor, blue): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, a dresser, and closet with hangers.

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the main and second floors.

ALLERGIES:
For allergy sufferers, our pillows are down-alternative.

SAFETY and SECURITY:
Ring doorbell cameras are on the property's exterior at the front and back doors.

Property manager

Jake

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Note: house is not baby-proof and has a staircase.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No commercial photography and/or filming allowed.
Please respect neighbors with outdoor quiet hours of 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
No underage drinking or illegal drug use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 area

Iowa City

This vacation home is located in Mann, a neighborhood in Iowa City. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and The Englert Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min walk
  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 4 min drive
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 5 min walk
  • A & A Pagliai's Pizza - 3 min walk
  • Gabe's - 8 min walk
  • Micky's - 10 min walk
  • Pullman Bar & Diner - 10 min walk

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About the host

Hosted by Jake

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Jake and Becky are excited to welcome guests to Iowa City! They have lived in The Northside for over twenty years. Please don't hesitate to reach out for Iowa City recommendations. We strive to make each stay a five-star experience!

Why they chose this property

You’ll love being a part of The Northside neighborhood of families, students, professionals, and artists. The stomping grounds of Iowa’s renowned Writers’ Workshop, The Northside’s brick-lined streets have captivated hearts and minds for generations.

Iconic businesses within a two-minute walk:
🛒🍾 John's Grocery
🍻🍔 George's Buffet
🍷🧀 Brix wine bar
🍽️ 🍸The Webster
🍳🧇 Bluebird Diner
🍟🥓 Hamburg Inn
🥪🍦 Marco's Grilled Cheese
🍕🍺 Pagali's Pizza
and so much more!

What makes this property unique

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

Languages:

English
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