Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa
Turn off your phone and unwind on the porch with a beverage while watching birds and distant grazing cattle. Mulberry Cottage Farm Stay has a pond view and is situated on a 200-acre working cattle ranch and is divided by a wading creek and hiking trails. You are shaded by Mulberry and Osage Orange trees, home to frequent birdlife. We love the solitude and rest here on the farm while still enjoying a short drive to town. Fresh sourdough bread with Mulberry preserves, and farm fresh eggs are provided for your breakfast.
Experience where your food comes from by visiting our farm store, gathering eggs, or tasting vegetables out of the garden. Your eyes will be opened to our sustainable practices and how agriculture related activities can be fun and rewarding. Pitch hay, try pond fishing, call the cows, view wildlife, or attend the Indianola Farmers Market. You can watch how farmers and ranchers conduct daily animal husbandry and steward the land and surrounding environment. Consider visiting us as you cycle across the great state of Iowa during the 2026 Ragbrai, visit the Balloon festival or join in one of the many music festivals in the area. Be reminded that this is a working farm/ ranch where lanes and driveways are dirt and gravel and surfaces may be uneven. Pond fishing is available if you bring your own gear.
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Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
We ask that you wash dishes and cooking utensils. You may leave them to drip dry.
Trash collection in an atv trailer at the main house. Drop sac into the trailer on your way out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3230957vb
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
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
Lacona
Located in Lacona, this cottage is in a rural area. Lucas County Court House and Imes Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ahquabi State Park and Indianola Pickard Sports Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
O'Neals Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
Judd's Ranch House - 10 min drive
Backroads Bar And Grill - 10 min drive
Frosty's Pub - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 20 miles (32 km) of Lake Ahquabi State Park, Simpson College and Des Moines Metro Opera. Warren County Fair and National Balloon Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).
About the host
Hosted by Mary Lynne Ohnemus
Let us help you get an experience you can't have anywhere else! We are teachers and full-time farmer/ranchers. We enjoy the wildlife and wide-open landscapes on the farm. We want to share our knowledge and experience of interacting with the animals and the peace that comes from simple homesteading practices. David and I both have backgrounds in education while David has raised cattle throughout his lifetime. We are Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certified, which assures beef customers that our animals are humanely raised and transported. Our farm-raised beef is free of steroids, anti-biotics and hormones. Out of our farm store, our customers are welcomed to try a variety of individual cuts or custom bundle. During your farm-stay, you are welcome to purchase our beef. Customers are encouraged to come and see where their beef comes from and take a farm tour, or just drop by for coffee. The farm is located 20 minutes south of Indianola IA. We also sell at Farmers Markets in the area.
What makes this property unique
Truly "unplugging" will re-set your creativity and possibly build family relationships as you have some new challenges together. Or simply use the cottage as a springboard for the many festivals and activities within driving distance of your accommodation.
Languages:
English
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