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The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.

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Living area
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Winterset, IA
  • Place, The Winterset Stage
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison County Courthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, John Wayne Birthplace Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.

Explore the Iowa countryside with this 70's ranch as your relaxing base camp. Situated on 5 acres of rolling hills in rural Madison County, Iowa, this centrally located homestead has something for every kind of traveler. The charming town of Winterset is just minutes away, as well the historic Covered Bridges, wineries, breweries, parks and more. Located next to Speckled Hen Farms farm store and Lone Oaks Farm, you can take in an occasional music event or class!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 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

Winterset

Located in Winterset, this holiday home is in a rural area. John Wayne Birthplace Museum and Jordan House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at West Grand Golf and Topgolf. Clive Aquatic Center and Living History Farms are also worth visiting.
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Winterset, IA

What's nearby

  • The Winterset Stage - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Madison County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 16.0 km
  • John Wayne Birthplace Museum - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Clark Tower - 16 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Urban Taproom & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sports Page - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Petite Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

As of 19 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. on 2 Jul, 2026 start from S$287, 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 Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Roost at Speckled Hen Farms. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Madison County Courthouse and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from John Wayne Birthplace Museum. Roseman Bridge and The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location, very clean and spacious house, beautiful and peaceful location.We had a great time, Kris was an exceptional host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kris was a very welcoming host. The house was clean and fully decorated. The kitchen had lots of cooking supplies, which was good for fixing Thanksgiving dinner. Lovely views and homey comfortable environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Roost. Everything was perfect and Kris was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is perfect for a quiet remote get away. The accommodations are very clean and have everything that you can think of. The large master bedroom is at the opposite end of the house off by itself. Very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

A Nice stay in the country!

We were in the area for a wedding and spent two nights at the Roost. It had everything we needed, was clean and the shower and tub in the master bath were wonderful! We enjoyed coffee on the deck and also on the front porch. The fireflies in the evening seen from the deck were amazing as well as various deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Lovely place, lovely weekend

A group of girlfriends wanted a weekend away near Des Moines. This place was amazing - close to town, has what we needed in the kitchen, comfy beds, spacious house, wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

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

The house was perfect for us!

There were 8 adults who stayed at this house and the accommodations were perfect. The host made it know she was there if we needed her and was welcoming without being over bearing. We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Brothers Sister and spouses reunion

Very peaceful quiet house located in the country. House was very clean, beds were comfortable, and plenty of cooking supplies. We all really enjoyed our stay. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Nice sister’s getaway!

Quiet, private, and beautiful scenery! The house was so cute! Close enough to Des Moines for shopping, but far enough away from the city that we had peace & quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Graduation/Birthday celebration

Kris is an amazing hostess, timely responses, beautiful property, all the things needed provided for our stay to make us comfortable. Farm fresh eggs & K cups a plenty! Comfortable for us 7!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

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Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Girls Weekend Trip

This is a great property in a picturesque setting. The decor was beautiful and the house was well stocked. The hosts were amazing and very responsive. They gave us great suggestions for restaurants and activities. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Vacation

Awesome place! We look forward to staying at this house every year. Thx again Kris.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Beautiful Countryside Home

We had a girl's weekend getaway. The house and location was absolutely perfect. The property is clean, inviting, and has plenty of space for a group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Vacation

Great trip! Kris was absolutely awesome to deal with and the property is amazing. Thanks again and already looking forward to next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy F.

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

Sisters weekend

Excellent all around! The property manager was beyond Excellent!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbin R.

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

The Roost is the perfect country get away! It’s spacious and stocked with all essentials. Loved it!

Kris was just amazing. She accommodated our schedule, provided activity suggestions, and even brought us fresh eggs for breakfast! Highly recommend The Roost!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Great Spot!

Just super cute, clean and cozy. Kris was accommodating, responsive and just nice. A gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Super cute, comfortable, and cozy country farm home

We had so much fun! Beds were amazing. So much fun detail in all the decor and "comforts of home". Lots of wildlife to see and you can watch chickens out the back window. But they aren't loud enough to disturb you. It's very peaceful. Lots of opportunities to just enjoy the peace - inside or out. The owner is wonderful to work with, and very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peg J.

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

The Roost

We had a fabulous time on our sisters trip to Winterset. The Roost was so comfortable, clean, and accommodating. The beds were very comfortable. Kris delivered, homemade bread and provided fresh eggs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing

The entire process was seamless and easy. Kris has considered every need and the fresh eggs were a special touch. The property was enjoyably and very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle u.

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

Fun at the Farm

We had such a great stay at The Roost! Kris made us feel welcomed and was easy to communicate with. Her shop next door is adorable and had some great finds. The house had everything we needed from towels to coffee in the kitchen. The location is convenient to Winterset, the Cidery and Winery. It was a great girls weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary s.

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

Relaxing & beautiful

This home is cozy and welcoming from the moment you walk in the Door. The front porch in the evening was very peaceful and has beautiful views of the countryside. Kris (the host) was more than helpful. Great community, would stay again!! Thank you Kris
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne N.

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

Such a great stay!

I was blown away by everything about The Roost. The hosts thought of everything - this home has everything you could need to enjoy a comfortable stay. Communication with Kris was wonderful, and the country location was so quiet and relaxing (especially on New Year's Eve - my friends were all complaining about fireworks back in the city, and we had total peace and quiet). My family and I hope to return in the spring, when it's warmer and we can get the kids outside more. Thank you, Kris, for such a lovely holiday trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An Amazing Place out in the Country! The Roost is extremely clean and well designed, fantastically decorated, and has every amenity you will need. Chock full of local information, guide books, movies etc. The location can't be beat as it is gorgeous and wildlife visited us quite often. It was great having the super friendly owners nearby if we needed them, but they provided us with as much privacy as we wanted. We enjoyed the beautiful sunrises and sunsets in this cozy area! Kris was so kind to come and open the store for us. This whole area is so friendly and welcoming! It was a great weekend with my sisters! Definitely would love to make a trip back to the area at some point!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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