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Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities

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A two-story log cabin with a garage, set against a sunset backdrop.
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A wooden sign with the word "WOODENHEAD" on a concrete surface.
A covered patio area with a sign reading "WOODENHEAD," wooden chairs, and a view of a grassy field.
A rustic cabin with a porch supported by large tree trunks, a concrete foundation, and a metal roof.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Saint Donatus, IA
  • Place, John Henry Weber Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Cave
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities

This rebuilt early 1800's log cabin is located in historic and very scenic Saint Donatus, Iowa.
this cabin came from a family owned farm in Bernard Iowa where it was constructed as a family affair. This is evident by the differently spaced adze (similar to an axe) marks on the hand hewn logs which suggests people of differing stature were swinging the adze.
The cabin was moved by semi to its current home over looking scenic Tete des Morts valley and beautiful Saint Donatus.
A lot of creativity and hard work were put in to reconstructing this cabin and maintain the frontier feel while providing a very comfortable laid back stay. Very close in proximity to the popular Kalmes Restaurant and Gehlen House Inn and Barn Brewery. Bellevue State Park and Bellevue Golf Course are only a 15 minute drive along with biking and walking trails. 10 miles to historic Dubuque where you will find many breweries and other attractions such as skiing at sundown mountain or two casinos.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please set the air conditioner to 75. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2533702vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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
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

Bellevue

Located in Bellevue, this cabin is in a rural area and near a water park. Young Historical Museum and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Julien Dubuque Bridge and Five Flags Center. Aqua Park and Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
Saint Donatus, IA

What's nearby

  • John Henry Weber Park - 6 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Aqua Park - 9 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Crystal Lake Cave - 10 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Mines of Spain State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Riverview Park - 11 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kalmes' Family Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clair Fisherman's Whart - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mississippi River, John Henry Weber Park and Crystal Lake Cave. Aqua Park and Bellevue Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect for our one night stay. The views from the porch were beautiful! Communication was very quickly responded to. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

will m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect night, Great Cabin!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you chose our place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh I.

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

Great Stay

Clean stay and great communication with host
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn G.

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

Fabulosity!

Loved our stay! Beautiful home in a beautiful spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2023
I did not have the pleasure of meeting Autumn but every aspect of her stay went smoothly. We appreciate you picking us for your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

BRANKA M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
The cabin itself was beautiful and had a lot of charm ,we really enjoyed the surroundings and the overall setup. However, we did have issues with bugs and flies inside the property in both bedrooms which made the stay less comfortable than expected. With a bit more attention to pest control and cleanliness, this place could be an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Wood Cabin Experience

I stayed overnight with a friend is this cabin. Everything was super cute right down to the sign at the drive entrance showing you how far you were from certain places… including the Beer Barn! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

St. Donatus gem

Such a cool place. Rustic but loaded with everything you need to have a wonderful stay. Property owner was SO easy to work with and very accommodating. Excellent communicator as well. Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Getaway Cabin

Great, clean cabin! Really cool memorabilia of the time this cabin was built-but all the comforts of a new build. The views are breathtaking of the rolling Iowa hills, and my nieces loved taking turns on the built in swing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thank you Amy, glad you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clelia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, authentic and well restored! Quiet and safe, we had such a blast with my friends for my roommate’s birthday. She loved the surprise! Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne C.

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

Super cute, rustic cabin!

This place is even better in person! The rustic, feel, paired with updated amenities. We love the heated floor! Great location for a girls weekend. Thank you, Alec.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2022
Thank you Cheyanne, it was a pleasure hosting you and your friends. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

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

Perfect for what we needed

Cabin was really a treat. Rustic, beautiful, and had everything we needed. A relaxing evening sitting on the back patio next to the fire pit was awesome. The cabin was super clean. The owner was very helpful and quick to get back on any questions I had. We will definitely be staying again on our next trip in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

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

Beautiful View!

We loved the location and the porch view from the log cabin! The restoration of this log cabin was done beautifully and didn’t miss a detail. We had the best time and enjoyed the Kalmes restaurant close by as well as the brewery in the Gehlan Barn! The kitchen doesn’t have a regular refrigerator or microwave but it does have an air fryer. That would be our only suggestion. Otherwise it was perfect for our family of 4! Thank you to the owners who took really good care of this property and were very attentive and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Great little house for an overnight stay will traveling around the area.

My focus is on the overall cleanliness and amenities. I have no complaints and don’t need to add any additional information about the amenities. Beds and linens were clean and in good shape. Check-in and Check-out were super simple. Everything worked without issue. Your not staying here to cook dinner for you family. It’s more along the lines of a little BnB…. What we were sold and what we expected. Kitchen could use an electric kettle to heat water. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your review! Hope to have you back.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

You’re kidding me!

Cons: outlets along the kitchen counter shelf did not work. No stove/oven, but had some small portable thing, that was supposed to replace an oven. Again outlet didn’t work. Shower would get hot for a few seconds, then go back to cold. It kept repeating the cycle without ever touching the dial. No plates. View was nice, except for the 8-10 cars in the neighbors yard. One on blocks, two in the lawn. No outside grill. Way over priced. Nice garage, my truck was happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2024
Hello Robert, sorry to hear about the outlets and shower not working. I did leave you two phone numbers to contact in case of any problems like this. We would have been happy to remedy these problems. There is a grill on the property. The neighbors unfortunately I can not do anything about. Sorry you had any issues. Update - had the shower and water heater looked at by a professional plumber. There are no issues .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

Liked: Location
This cabin was perfect for my daughter's bachelorette party. It was so fun to go around and look all of the unique features and touches the owners put into this place. Every room was so cool! The views were outstanding along with the sunsets. There are two different patio areas that also connect. The kitchen for us, was a perfect size. We didnt need anything too big as we didn't plan on cooking for our stay. We had six people for our reservation and that was easily accomidated. Alec was amazing to work with, he communicated quickly and even brought us fire wood for our stay. We have rented VRBO's in the past and can honestly say Alec was the best to work with. He genuinely wanted our stay to be perfect there. The location was ideal for us, sits in a quiet neighborhood. We wanted something that was close to both dubuque and galena but not in the busy city location and this was perfect. If we ever need to come back to this area, this will definitely be the place we head back too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice F.

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

Cute cabin!

Super cute cabin and town! Cabin had everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway with the family! Beautiful countryside and adorable little town, very close to hiking trails as well as Dubuque which has pretty much everything including shopping, restaurants, casino! Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beverly S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not what we had hoped for.

There were cracks in the exterior which allowed flies and hornets into the house. The neighbor's dog barked all day and throughout the night. The previous renter left their dirty linens, garbage and their clothes throughout the house.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie L.

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

Unique place to stay

We were only there for one night, but we all appreciated the history and the craftsmanship that went into this place. Such a beautiful view and overall just a cool place to visit. Hopefully we can come back next year!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jermayne C.

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

Nice to get away, but still close to civilization.

Woodenhead was a great “home away from home” for my family and I. The house was cozy, with the cabin feel, yet had a modern touch. The garage was perfect for when it snowed and getting the truck ready for excursions. The washer and dryer allowed us to pack light. The snowboarding was great (only 30 minutes to Dubuque and Galena). The owners were extremely nice and answered every little question I had. They were than accommodating and we would recommend anyone to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

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