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Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain

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A landscaped garden area with various plants, a metal fence, and a green utility box.
A gravel driveway leading to a building surrounded by trees.
A gravel driveway leading to a wooden garage with two white doors.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a bookshelf, and a refrigerator.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a chair, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Winterset, IA
  • Place, Hogback Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, John Wayne Birthplace Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

Bedroom #5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master (Bedroom #1)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom #1 (en suite)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom #2

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

Bathroom #3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain

Here's your peaceful setting 5 minutes outside of Winterset. Wake up in the morning and enjoy your cup of coffee on the covered back deck while viewing 10 acres of trees and listening to the babbling brook running through the acreage.

This cabin features large open floor plan on the first level great for entertaining and a walk out basement.

Great hiking trails through the property and abundant wild life. If you'd like to see photos from trail cams just ask.

Master bed has a queen bed.
One secondary bedroom, upstairs, has a day bed that can pull out to a king sized bed.
The other secondary bedroom, upstairs, has bunk beds.
2 bedrooms downstairs. One with a daybed that can pull out to King size. The other with a twin bed.
2 extra Air mattresses are available upon request.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1364518vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Winterset

Located in Winterset, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Southbridge Park and Aquatic Center Park, while The Winterset Stage and John Wayne Birthplace Museum are cultural highlights.
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Winterset, IA

What's nearby

  • Hogback Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • John Wayne Birthplace Museum - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 33 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Drake University - 41 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Casey's Center - 42 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petite Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain?

As of 18 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain on 5 Jul, 2027 start from S$2,419, 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 Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wooded cottage on 10 Acres to explore and entertain located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Winterset Stage, John Wayne Birthplace Museum, and Cedar Bridge. Clark Tower and Madison County Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen Very nice stay Pleased with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Beautiful property with a wonderful kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is so big and there’s lots of games to play. We loved the way the bedrooms and bathrooms were spread out and the sofa is so comfortable and provides so much seating. The host was so easy to communicate with and quickly responded to any questions. We also enjoyed the front porch rocking chairs. The downtown area is very close by and had cute restaurants and shops. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!!

We stayed here for my daughter’s wedding. It was the perfect spot for us to host family and have a place to relax. It was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect ladies trip. 8 in our group plenty of room. Fully stocked kitchen . Clise to town and covered bridges. The front and back deck peaceful a d relaxing. Great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for a friends weekend

Awesome location, amazing house for friends weekend. Well furnished, very comfortable. Multiple decks and fire pits a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a friends gathering--PERFECT kitchen for people who love to cook! Host was great about local tips and navigating a fridge issue. Have already recommended to some other friends. Peace, quiet and some amazing history!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our crew; large clean and well appointed. Wish we could have spent more time enjoying but family wedding obligations took us into town a good part of weekend. Host was gracious and gave personal attention to our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot in Madison County.

This house was perfect for hosting my family for a wedding. It’s in a beautiful remote location, very quiet and secluded. There was plenty of room to spread out and beautiful views off the back deck. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend away

Had a great weekend staying here with friends for a weekend away. The place was as advertised and fully furnished. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was so nice and accommodating. Easy to communicate with! Our grandchildren loved the woods and the creek. It was nice that they could run and play and we didn’t have to worry about them. The house was comfortable and has a good layout for multiple families. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Winterset property! Stayed during the weekend of the Covered Bridges Festival. House was great, spacious, beautiful deck, just as described. Hosts left a lovely loaf of sourdough to enjoy with a detailed instruction manual for everything we needed. Also, the host went the extra mile to ship a piece of jewelry we had left behind 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Mac’s

Beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion in Winterset, Iowa

A nice place for a family reunion. Lots of land to explore. Not near any attractions such as water slides, golf courses. Secluded and quiet. A downtown square in Winterset which can take you back to Mayberry.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion weekend

This place is just perfect for our gathering of friends! All the amenities we need, beautiful home in a beautiful wooded area. We took advantage of the gorgeous fall weather on both the spacious front porch and back deck, and we appreciate that there was ample firewood for fire in the fire pit provided. Comfy beds, comfy air mattress, and all the comforts of home. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. The deck was great. The kitchen was well stocked. The dining room table accommodated the 9 of us when we played cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Friend Weekend

Everything from check in to check out and in between went smoothly! Host was very prompt to answer messages, and the property was just as described. Beautiful setting with plenty of room to spread out and relax. Easily accommodated our large group with comfortable beds, a comfortable air mattress, and plenty of bathrooms. Would highly recommend this beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had fun!

Thanks for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

An absolutely beautiful home! I could have spent hours sitting on the back deck listening to the water in the creek. It was clean, beautifully decorated and spacious. Host was great to work with and check out was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful escape in the woods

so glad we found this spot and were able to enjoy it for a trip to to the Knoxville Nationals. about an hour to/from where we were and less than an hour to the airport, we really enjoyed hearing birds and wildlife from the back deck and the open concept of the home. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend or revisit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Trip

A wonderful place to hold a family get-together!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house

The house was very spacious and had room for lots of people. They are putting in a 3rd bathroom which when done will give a people in the basement a bathroom without having to go upstairs. The only down is some of the mattresses were a little worn but I'm sure Libby is handling that issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2022
Yes we have purchased 2 new beds after your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

We stayed my family and a cousin with her family, two little boys (2 years old) and a girl (6 years old) and 4 adults. We really enjoyed our weekend, we really felt like home, such a pretty property, wonderful view, so relaxing and the home with everything you need to feel comfortable and just like home. We definitely recommend it. 10/10 ⭐️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a great time staying at this property. There was plenty of room for our family. The views were spectacular and made for a very relaxing weekend. The hosts were great to work with, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

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Hosted by Allen Lundgren

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