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A quiet retreat near downtown IC

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Kitchen island seats 8
Kitchen
Kitchen (soap stone counter tops)
Kitchen (induction cooktop)
Pantry (double convection oven, prep sink, and dedicated drink fridge)

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

A quiet retreat near downtown IC

The home of Iowa's Civil war governor Samuel J. Kirkwood. Built in the 1860s but lovingly renovated, this historic home combines comfort, charm, and convenience. An oasis in the heart of Iowa City, this home is near downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa. Amenities include covered front porch (perfect for morning tea/coffee), tall ceilings, handsome wood floors, large updated kitchen with new appliances, spacious living areas with lots of natural light, patio overlooking backyard with fruit trees and plenty of free parking. Walk to the charming bakery just around the corner.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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 # 3903225vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Iowa City

Twain, a neighbourhood in Iowa City, is home to this holiday home. The Englert Theater and Iowa Old Capitol Building are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coral Valley Market and 25th Avenue Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Iowa Old Capitol Building - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Deluxe Cakes & Pastries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Best China - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A quiet retreat near downtown IC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A quiet retreat near downtown IC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A quiet retreat near downtown IC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A quiet retreat near downtown IC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A quiet retreat near downtown IC located?

Located in Twain, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Iowa, Iowa City Public Library and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. The Englert Theater and Mercy Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 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. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well laid out property perfect for family and friends that were in town for an Iowa Hawkeye game!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute house with lots of room. The bathrooms are small, but that's to be expected in an old house. The kitchen was well stocked and beautifully updated. The beds were comfy and the rooms were spacious. Natalie was a gracious host. Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, nicely decorated with excellent amenities. Modern, well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

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

Family tailgate

Family reunion, Iowa post game bbq, walking tour of my father’s childhood neighborhood. Property was comfortable, clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing. My family had to come for a funeral. We had 8 adults staying there and it was very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked for our needs and I was able to host a family dinner for 17. The grounds are lovely and the yard was host to numerous deer throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia G.

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

Amazing house!

We throughly enjoyed spending time together in the house. We brought some lawn chair & used the chairs provided to spend time out of the back patio. The island in the kitchen was wonderful to stand around.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruthann H.

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

Fun Family and Friends Visit

We really enjoyed staying in a historical house in a lovely residential neighborhood although walkable close to a great bakery. We were having family-and friends- who live in the area over for meals and visiting so the really great-and big-kitchen and dining room-and multiple reception rooms were really great for us. We also enjoyed being able to have four bedrooms available.Natalie was very responsive to any questions, etc, that we had and we appreciated that.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

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

Perfect place!

Such a great place to stay in Iowa City! Plenty of space for the family, multiple rooms for relaxing, playing games, or just visiting. Had a great back patio for enjoying the afternoon sun. The bedrooms are so spacious and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The kitchen was very well-appointed. The neighborhood was beautiful and quiet. Walk down to DeLuxe for a baked treat! The owners were easy to communicate with, friendly, and quick to respond. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Kirkwood Gem

This home is a great blend of historic appeal and updated conveniences and comfort. We were concerned about having 1 1/2 baths, but the number and sizes of the bedrooms more than made up for that. The location was great for downtown, campus, and getting to and from CID.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

Great weekend stay

The Historic Kirkwood home was fantastic! It was super cozy and we had a ton of space. The beds were comfortable. The pictures from the website do not do the space and home justice, it was more than we expected, very nice home. It was old and creaky, but that just made it more lovable. Location was a bit away from walking distance to downtown Iowa City, but it was a short, inexpensive Uber ride. All in all a great place and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ks K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at this historical home. Beautiful update to kitchen. Large 5 bedroom, one full bath, one "powder room" on the first floor. We had 8 people staying-plan your showers!! Whole house very clean. Clear instructions before and upon arriving. Host prompt with responses. Easy to find, quiet neighborhood. 2 plus mile walk to stadium. Keep in mind this is a very old house and with it comes squeaky, slippery stairs and drafty rooms. The host requests shoes off in the house so bring slippers!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The house is clean. Plenty of towels. A lot of rooms of gather and hang. Also plenty of quiet places. I was gonna get you a Iowa Hawkeye Peter Millar shirt. They had 150 bucks on it. I was like damn I’m gonna get it for my dad thinking about the case. I think that’s a wind protector skirt doesn’t fly pretty smart but
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia A.

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

Great stay in historic IC house

Very enjoyable stay. The property is as described and better than pictured. While the house has retained much of its historic charm, the kitchen and bathrooms have been updated. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking supplies and dishes. The beds were comfortable and there were nice linens provided. There was plenty of space for a large group to gather around the huge dining room table and there were also lovely sitting rooms for relaxing. There is a long driveway with space for multiple cars and a patio with a charcoal grill. Although we didn’t use it, there was even charcoal provided for the grill. Would definitely stay here when we return to IC.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradd Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A bit hard to find and the outside could use some clean up, otherwise a great propert
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Natalie

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Why they chose this property

Quiet and friendly. Love that you can walk to the pastry shop and see all the historic homes or to the mall and catch a movie.

What makes this property unique

Private and spacious. Lovely old home with character.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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