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Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a plant, and a view of boats on the water.
A couple walking towards the Island City Harbor Store.
A person seated at a table with a window view, a vase with flowers, and wall art.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a window, and a small potted plant.
A dock with a boat featuring a thatched roof and potted plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sabula, IA
  • Place, Sabula Access
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Sabula Lake
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Driscoll's Island
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat

This memorable place is anything but ordinary. Most recent getaway added to our Boatel Row right here in Iowa`s only island City. This vintage houseboat captures the heart of the river. She may be a little tiny, but she is a big catch. Let`s reel you in with this unique cozy houseboat that sits right on the water. Complimentary kayak rentals at the lake and we also have a beach area within walking distance. It has one cozy twin bed and a futon. The bathroom has a sink, and all in one toilet/shower, however you can use our modern state of the art bath houses within walking distance.

The Minnow has a record player with vintage 1960`s albums, games, and a retro feel.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 # 3541898vb
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 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

About the area

Sabula

Located in Sabula, this houseboat is on a lake. Savanna Museum and Cultural Center and Iron Horse Motorcycle Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Savanna Train Car Museum and Thomson Causeway Recreation Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Sabula, IA

What's nearby

  • Sabula Access - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Sabula Lake Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Upper Sabula Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Town Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Driscoll's Island - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Poopy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Manny's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat?

As of 20 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat on 16 Mar, 2027 start from S$470, 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 Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage "Minnow for 2" Houseboat located?

Situated on a lake, this houseboat is steps away from Mississippi River and Sabula Access. Lower Sabula Lake and South Sabula Lake Park are also within 10 minutes.

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. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Fishing off the Minnow

The boat was clean and comfortable. Kelly was a great hostess. We had a great time!!! Thank you Kelly!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith A.

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

Stay on the Minnow

Had a wonderful time. 1st time staying on a house boat. It was unique experience. Everyone was so friendly, facilities were all neat and clean and Kelly at the store/office was terrific. She was very helpful and answered all our questions and addressed any of our needs immediately. We are looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

My Happy Place

This was one of the best vacations I ever have had. Everyone was so concerned that I was ok and enjoying myself. The Minnow became "my houseboat" as it was so well decorated and homey. I even discovered my soul sister there. I definitely will return, to relax, destress, kayak and see all of my Island City friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kelly is wonderful. Very kind and understanding. I was concerned that the neighborood on the dock might be a whoop-it-up loud all-night-long kind of party crowd (and I am VERY boring), but everyone was going-out-of-their way charming and kind. Overall - it was lovely. Highly recommend it. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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