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The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly!

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A spacious living room with a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to another level, and large windows with curtains.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV, and a ladder.
A covered porch with two chairs and a table, a trash can, and a view of a white picket fence and houses in the background.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through large windows.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a desk, a bookshelf, and a comfortable seating area.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Sleeps 9•4 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Mount Vernon, IA
  • Place, Cedar River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palisades-Kepler State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Macbride State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly!

Spacious 4 bedroom historic home in Mount Vernon, Iowa. Just minutes from Cornell College and 1st Street! Located directly off Hwy 1, which situates you a short walk (or drive) to main street shopping, food and drinks, parks and campus! Dog friendly with 2 large kennels provided and a fully fenced yard!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
2 large kennels and fully fenced yard included!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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

Property # 4294451vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palisades-Kepler State Park and Coralville Lake, while Springville Area Historical Society and Marion Heritage Center are cultural highlights.
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Mount Vernon, IA

What's nearby

  • Cedar River - 4 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Palisades-Kepler State Park - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Grant Wood Trail - 12 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Lake Macbride State Park - 13 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Coralville Lake - 13 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sutliff Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Yock's Landing - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly!?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly! on 26 Jan 2027 start from £618, 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 The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is The Historic Holiday House Near Cornell College, Dog Friendly! located?

Situated in Mount Vernon, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cedar River, Palisades-Kepler State Park and Grant Wood Trail. Coralville Lake and Butler Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Leana Proetz

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Steve and I are parents of a Cornell College student. We purchased this home to be able to visit with our daughter, and want to share the opportunity to visit Mount Vernon with others!

What makes this property unique

Our home was built in 1869 and has tons of character with all the modern amenities!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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