Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa
Grandma Z's offers a fully furnished three bedroom, two bathroom room for short term rentals in Alta Vista, Iowa, which is a small town in northeast Iowa. A second home, The Recker House, is located directly across the street should you need additional room for a larger family gathering, etc.
Grandma Z's is a great spot for family gatherings, including weddings, reunions, funerals as well as short term work assignmentss, a low-cost get away to a small town that bills itself as 'The Friendly Town,' hunting groups, bridal showers, birthday gatherings, or for those times when you want your guests close but not underfoot.
When you arrive, the beds will be made and towels will be in the bathroom. You will find the kitchen is well supplied with cooking and dining supplies. Paper products such as paper towels and toilet paper are also provided. Kitchen appliances are full sized and include a smooth top stove, refrigerator with an ice maker and a dishwasher. A washer and dryer are located on both the main level and the lower level.
Two bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed are located on the main floor with a full bath (tub/shower combination) located off the hallway between the bedrooms. One bedroom has a ceiling fan and the second bedroom has patio doors that open onto the deck. Guests report leaving the patio door curtain open allows them to enjoy the fireflies on summer evenings.
Cable TV is available on both the flat screen SMART television located in the living room as well as the flat screen SMART TV located in the family room on the lower level.
The living room couch makes out into a full sized bed. The lower level bedroom has an egress window and is equipped with a queen sized bed. One of the loveseats in the family room on the lower level folds out into a single bed plus the daybed located in the family room can be used as a single bed. So with three bedrooms and the fold-outs, the house can sleep ten people.
Wireless internet is available at the house. There is a computer in the lower level.
The lower level has a kitchen area as well as a bathroom with a shower.
A covered patio area includes a picnic table. In addition, there is a deck with a dining table and chairs. Since the house borders on a farm field, the patio and deck areas are a great place to enjoy a quiet, peaceful, and private evening.
The house can be rented by the day, week or month.
The house features: Central air Central heat Sleeping capacity for ten people Two kitchen areas Two dining areas Two living room areas Covered patio Deck Charcoal grill (guests provide charcoal and lighter) Ceiling fans in one bedroom and dining area Basic cable TV Wireless internet Computer Ice maker Dishwasher Washers and dryers Full sized kitchen appliances Linens, including bedding and towels Well supplied kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, stemware, silverware Microwaves Coffee pots Toaster Smooth top stove Dishwasher DVD player Hair dryer
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
Beautifully preserved 5 bedroom home for gathering family and friends!
Beautifully preserved 5 bedroom home for gathering family and friends!
Can be kenneled in unheated garage. None in house.
default
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only.
Important information
You need to know
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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa on 29 Mar 2026 start from £90, 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 Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Three bedroom fully furnished home in small-town Northeast Iowa located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center, Randall Park and Stolz Park. Little Brown Church in the Vale and Winterink Woods are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was generally as described and provided a comfortable place to stay. Check-in/check-out was straightforward, and communication with the host was very responsive.
Had a lovely stay for 4 nights. Did Elma days and the 5K and had a great time. It was wonderful seeing all the green and reconnecting with family. It was great for desert dwellers!!
The previous reviews nailed it. Quaint little house with plenty of space. The property was easy to find, very clean, and was exactly what we were looking for as an overnight layover. I would highly recommend and definitely stay again if ever back in the area.
Everything was well stocked (dishes, pots, pans and even toilet paper, paper towels, and bath towels.) Oven on main level was a bit confusing but someone from our group figured it out. Only downside was the microwaves were a bit small. Overall it was the best rental for the money. Will definitely consider staying again.
We have stayed here several times- never disappointed with any part of this experience. It’s easy to get to, fast and friendly correspondence, and always clean/well maintained property!
This was a nice little get away in a small friendly little town. Was just looking to get away for a bit and enjoyed this. While the home was a little outdated, it was still warm and friendly. The pub in town served a huge ad fantastic meal. If you are looking to get away for a bit and have some 'me' time, I would say this is a nice spot to do it.
This house worked great for our family while visiting in the area. It is as advertised, not a new house but nice & clean. Everything in the house worked great. The only negative is, we stayed in the winter time & there was no humidifier & the hot air heat resulted in very dry air. We would definitely stay again.
Perfect- set up for a weekend get away in a friendly town.
Accommodations were exactly what we needed and are already planning a return trip!
Kris L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
About the host
Hosted by Linda Kobliska
We have lived in the Alta Vista area all of our lives and welcome you to enjoy our slice of northeast Iowa. We operate two guesthouses in Alta Vista, one in Nashua on a small lake, one in New Hampton, as well as other, more traditional rental properties.
Why they chose this property
This house was my mother's and we wanted to keep it in the family. It was always well maintained and offers a homey, comfortable, very reasonably priced stay.
What makes this property unique
With a second guesthouse directly across the street from Grandma Z's, we have many guests who rent both houses at the same time for larger family gatherings (while still providing some welcome privacy to family members). These homes work well for getting families together, short term rentals for job assignments in the area as well as various other lodging needs.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests