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Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Marion Heritage Center
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Marion, IA
  • Place, Marion Old Carnegie Library
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lininger Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Marion Heritage Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

Welcome to The Uptown Cottage! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is nestled in the heart of Marion, Iowa, just a short stroll away from the vibrant Uptown area. Situated in a classic pedestrian-friendly neighborhood, this cozy retreat offers modern amenities including WiFi, TV, and a designated workspace. This is the ideal getaway for couples, families, or solo travelers seeking a peaceful retreat with convenient access to local attractions.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3999195vb
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

About the area

Marion

Marion is home to this holiday home. Indian Creek Nature Center and Faulkes Heritage Woods reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dows Fine Arts Center and Cedar Rapids Ice Arena. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alliant Energy PowerHouse or Rieken's Racing.
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Marion, IA

What's nearby

  • Granger House - Marion Historical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marion Old Carnegie Library - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lininger Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marion Heritage Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marion City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ohana Poké Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Cantina Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown?

As of 6 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$278, 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 Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown located?

Situated in Marion, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Granger House - Marion Historical Museum, Marion Old Carnegie Library and Marion City Park. Campbell Steele Gallery and Marion Public Library are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelic V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here. Easy to find, off street parking, quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly comfortable and adorable cottage. Was great place for our visit. Clean, well-supplied, great parking with garage, comfortable beds, good communication with host. Good location with convenient access to main roads. Very pleased and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not just clean and cozy, but stocked with necessary things like tissues, paper towel, coffee, machine, and coffee, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner alll these little touches made everything so nice. The garage door opener is a nice touch too.Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darllene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortableWelcoming HostGrest ValueLove this place for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy older home was listed accurately. Worked great for our traveling to Marion for a college frisbee tournament with our furry. Had everything we needed. Owner Tim was attentive to any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Great guests, very clean and obeyed our house rules. Would definitely rent to them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in a great location - easy to walk downtown. We also walked the neighborhood and around the church lot that was across the street. We enjoyed having a kitchen for cooking, a good fridge for our food and beverages. It would have been great to have a privacy fence in the back yard for us and the dogs, a grill, and fire pit if it would be allowed. Heater and AC worked great, good shower, and the house was stocked pretty well with laundry, toiletries, and some needed kitchen accessories.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a quick one night stay as we passed thru town on our way to Minnesota. Property was exactly as described. Tim, the host, was very easy to communicate with. Cute little place when you would like a little bit more than a hotel room. Full kitchen and laundry. The neighborhood feels safe and friendly. Close to many things you may need/want during your stay. We look forward to our next visit. Hopefully longer than one night next time. Thanks, Tim!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cute property and perfect for my partner and my needs! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genesis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is definitely a great stay!! Everything was just as described. Tim was super responsive and welcoming! Super peaceful area and super cozy! Definitely recommend booking !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, very comfortable and the owners cover every base and more to make sure. We drove over 1000 miles to meet old friends and staying here made the trip so awesome! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth and Sarah M.

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

Great little place.

Great movie streaming selection. We liked the towels and extra pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodger G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful energy in the house. Very pleasant atmosphere and experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside was just a detailed - as well as outside needing some work as stated - worked great for our family and our 2 pups :) everyone was comfortable and will most likely stay here again for our next ball tournament at prospect meadows again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heidi m.

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

Wonderful home

We stayed here with 2 young kids and it was perfect. It had everything we needed and more. The nook of toys was a huge hit for our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Cozy cottage

We only had one night in this cozy cottage, but it was very comfortable and charming, and the host was excellent to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri F.

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

Dunham Tickets

Nice quiet neighborhood. Clean little place. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In town to finalize the sale of our house. Location was good for us. My only complaint was the ceiling fan in the main bedroom did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelic V.

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

Quiet stay

Just right for a short weekend stay. Description is acurate. Clean and comfortable home in good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Adorable and cozy

Had a wonderful stay at this cute comfy house. Everything close by. Close to Cedar Rapids. Easy check in and check out. Great value! Will definitely stay again! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Quiet and comfy

Lovely little home with character. Walking distance to downtown Marion.Lots of towels, so we appreciated that!Washer and dryer were great to have as well. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Beautiful House

Stayed for a 4 day baseball tournament at Pleasant Meadows and this house made the entire tournament relaxing. The house was super cute, comfortable and have everything we needed to wind down from and prepare for a day of baseball. Owner left great recommendations for food and things to do. They were very prompt answering any questions and it is close to EVERYTHING! Definitely a go to house for a quiet yet convenient vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Dan and his family were great to have stay at our little house. Lots of communication and they took very good care of the space. Would definitely have them back for their next baseball tournament.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a gem! This cottage is darling and cozy! The property is decorated so nicely and had everything we needed! The hosts are extremely helpful and responsive. Location is perfect to downtown Marion. Highly recommend!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Great stay in a very comfortable home.

Tim Nash has worked hard to renovate this home in Marion. It is very nice place with a comfortable queen bed (didn't need to use the bunk beds in the other bedroom), nice linens, washer/dryer, well equipped kitchen and a large new garage for our car. It is located in a quiet residential space with a nice front porch that has lounge chairs.... Couldn't ask for more!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2024
Thanks so much for the review Mark. We love our little Marion cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

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

Beautifully appointed home with everything you need

This home was perfect for what I needed! I really appreciate the attention to all of the details... from the lilac hand soap, coffee, and variety of teas in the kitchen to power strips with USB in all of the right places. The desk in the smaller bedroom was just what I needed to get some work done while traveling. The property was even better than described! Would love to stay here again in the future when visiting my daughter and family. Highly recommend! (or not, so I can stay here more often. ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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