A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls
The Wildflower Riverhouse is a riverfront home nestled in a secluded neighborhood minutes from downtown Cedar Falls.
There’s lots to do at The Riverhouse. Brew some coffee and take in the stunning river views from nearly every room. Roast s’mores by the outdoor fire pit. Throw a fishing line off the dock or take the kayak for a sunset adventure. Relax with a book in the sunroom with panoramic views.
Whatever you decide to do at The Riverhouse, we invite you to find home in the wild. Managed by STAE Property Management The Space: SLEEPING: 2 bedrooms, each with a king size bed, and a loft space with 2 twin beds.
BATHROOMS: 2 full bathrooms. Main level bathroom includes large soaking tub.
MAIN LEVEL: sunroom, living area w/ TV, kitchen, bedroom w/ TV, and bathroom.
LOFT: 2 twin beds and rec area w/ TV. - The loft is open to the kitchen/front entry area and is not an enclosed room. A retractable baby gate has been installed at the top of the stairs for child safety. The loft is accessible by going up an open riser staircase.
LOWER LEVEL: living area w/ TV, bedroom, bathroom, workspace, exercise area, and laundry room.
ENTERTAINMENT: - Kayak available for seasonal use and as weather allows - Outdoor fire pit (wood can be purchased at local gas stations or grocery stores) - Puzzles and games for adults and kids alike - Roku-enabled smart TVs in each bedroom and living areas
HOUSE RULES: - No smoking - Quiet hours 10pm - 7am - No party-like behavior, unregistered guests or gatherings without approval from hosts
GUEST ACCESS Guests will be able to access the entire home except for a small storage closet in the basement attached to the laundry room and basement bedroom.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE As parents ourselves, child safety is incredibly important to us. The Riverhouse includes the following features for child safety: - A retractable baby gate at the top of the stairs in the loft area. - Child safety locks on both the main entrance and sliding glass door leading to the sunroom. - You will notice an additional entrance to the lower level of the home, but we have restricted access to that entrance via locked doors inside the home. - Life vests hanging in the lower level laundry/storage room. - Baby gate available in the lower level hall closet to use as needed. - An exterior camera is mounted on the back deck. It is used to monitor the water level on the river for safety.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Cedar Falls
Located in Cedar Falls, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cedar Falls Community Theatre and Ice House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course and Palmer's Family Fun. Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Hearst Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Cedar Falls Community Main Street - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
University of Northern Iowa - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
UNI-Dome - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Lost Island Waterpark - 21 min drive - 28.7 km
Isle Casino Waterloo - 22 min drive - 30.4 km
Getting around
Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Casey's General Store - 5 min drive
Casey's General Store - 8 min drive
Cedar Falls Family Restaurant - 5 min drive
Scooter’s Coffee - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls on 11 Jul 2026 start from £244, 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 A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A Gorgeous Riverfront Renovation Minutes From Downtown Cedar Falls located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Cedar River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ice House Museum and Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum. Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Cedar Falls Community Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great for Families. Had everything we needed. Great location close to UNI, shopping and restaurants. We loved it and would stay here again.
Brandi and Matt K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April
2 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family stayed here while we were in town for a family funeral. The location was perfect and being next to the river created the peacefulness we needed. The bedrooms were very comfortable and clean and the bathrooms were clean and had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and very nice. We will definitely come back here for future stays when we come back home.
We stayed over the holidays and had a great time. The house is beautiful and the views are amazing.It's in a quiet secluded area of town but close to the main roads.Would definitely stay again.
We needed a weekend getaway close to UNI to gather Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa families. It was a beautiful home full of everything we needed, including garage access for our car which came in handy during a storm.
This is a fantastic place for a family getaway! The house is great, well appointed, and very well kept. The view overlooking the Cedar River is mesmerizing with lots of wildlife and gorgeous sunsets. Cedar Falls is about five minutes away with lots of great shops and a variety of places to eat.
Such a pretty spot on a beautiful river. Enjoyed the house too. Really nice place to enjoy with friends with a beautiful porch that overlooks the river, nice kitchen, comfortable beds. Hope to go back someday!
ellen g.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for the review Ellen! It was a pleasure hosting you and we'd love to have you back any time!
We needed a place to stay while attending a celebration of life for a relative in IA. We wish we could have spent more time at the property - such a great location!
Lisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2024
Thank you so much Lisa! It was a pleasure hosting you and we'd love to have you back any time!
House was just as described. It was beautiful river location. It was a perfect size for our group. We enjoyed our stay very much. Would stay here again.
Stacey M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2023
Thank you so much Stacey! It was a pleasure to host you and we’d love you have you back any time! 😁
We were thrilled with our stay for so many reasons. The property was clean, comfortable, and well appointed. Loved the charging stations and internet enabled TVs. Could not have been happier with the beautiful views and easy access to trails. Also super easy to drive to adorable Main Street for coffee and treats.
Christine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words Christine! So glad you had fun at the home and visiting Main Street 😁 We’d love to have you back any time!
We had a wonderful stay at this at the house. We loved being in a wooded area by the river. The screened-in patio overlooking the water was the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee or evening conversation. We especially loved gathering around the fire pit, reminiscing under the stars—it created such a cozy and memorable atmosphere. This home is ideal for get-togethers, with just the right balance of comfort and nature. We would definitely return!
The interior looks exactly like the pictures and was comfortable! The exterior needed more attention. The lawn was almost a foot long when I arrived. Property manager had it mowed on my third day.Note for your trip planning: when the river water is high, there are lots of mosquitoes.
Our son was competing in a wrestling tournament for the weekend so we made a quick trip to Cedar Falls and would never stay anywhere else! The property was clean and the owners were very quick in responding to any questions we had.
Meredith B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2024
Thank you so much Meredith! It was a pleasure to host you and we’d love to have you back any time :)
Overall the house and property were fantastic. The river is beautiful and it is a very serene environment. I was highly disappointed with the fact that there were blood stains on a cream colored chair in the main bedroom, which I took a picture of and sent immediately to the host. He apologized and said he would send someone asap to clean or remove the chair from the space. We waited for hours and no one came to remedy the situation. When I reached out after 5 hours of waiting, the host stopped responding. We had to move the chair out of the room ourselves and move another chair in (we have a 5 week old infant and needed seating for middle of the night care). The blood stained chair made me question the quality of cleanliness generally for the home, and the lack of communication on the host’s end was honestly very disappointing. If the chair issue had been resolved, I definitely would have given a higher rating.
Beautiful property with gorgeous view, comfortable beds, very clean. We stayed one night so we didn’t get to use all the amenities but enjoyed our stay. Only downside is that it was impossible to get ahold of the property manager. I tried to contact them via VRBO message, email, and phone call prior to staying and never heard back. If anything were to come up during our stay, I don’t think we would be able to reach anyone. Would have been 5 stars if we had received any response.
Staying in this lovely space overlooking the Cedar River was one of the best VRBO experiences we have had. Meals on the deck with a gentle breeze, walks in the woods -- nature immersion with the fun of town just a step away. Tony couldn't have been kinder and the space has the most thoughtful guide for guests!
We left replenished and renewed - *highly recommend.
Naomi G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words Naomi! It was a pleasure hosting you and we'd love to have you back any time!
This property is one of the finest we have visited over the years. Super clean, beautifully upgraded, and nicely located overlooking the very pretty Cedar River. Quiet. The kitchen and sun room overlooking the river were superb. Thoroughly enjoyed this relaxing get-away. Very good value for the price.
J. S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words and we're so glad you had a relaxing time! It was a pleasure to host you and we'd love to have you back any time! :)
Everything surpassed my expectations. The rooms are nice and clean. The kitchen had everything we wanted and more. The sun room overlooking the river was warm and beautiful and so relaxing to hang out in on some very cold days in late November. The host is ver responsive and pleasant to interact with.
Jon K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2024
Thank you so much Jon! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back any time! :)
Lakescape 2023 was a success. This weekend was full of friends, good times, great food, and even better views. The home was comfortable and very clean. The hosts were fantastic and accommodating. The space was appropriate for kids, ages two and under, and was a lovely space to vacation.
Bonnie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2023
Thank you so much Bonnie! It was a pleasure hosting you on your Lakescape :) We're so glad you had a great time and would love to have you back in the future. Thanks again!
This home pretty much met all of our needs and was stocked with great supplies. Very spacious and incredible view of the Cedar River, which was serene and enchanting. It was nice to know the owners were nearby and very responsive. We will be frequent returnees as we have family there locally. We were very pleased overall with our stay and the lovelh accomodations.
Eric W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2024
Thank you so much Eric! It was a pleasure to host you and we’d love to have you back any time! :)
About the host
Hosted by Jack
Married with two kids and living right here in Cedar Falls, we'd like to fancy ourselves a professional design + build team, but the truth is we just love great design and working with our hands. We purchased The Wildflower Riverhouse in 2022 and immediately began renovations with the idea of using it for our family and hosting guests just like you.
Why they chose this property
For us, we want The Wildflower Riverhouse to represent a unique adventure for each of our guests. We hope the spaces we've created deliver unforgettable experiences and magical moments for you and your guests.
What makes this property unique
We immediately fell in love the the river views. The neighborhood is quiet, quaint, and offers a respite from the daily hustle. Whatever you decide to do at The Riverhouse, we invite you to find home in the wild.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests