10/10 Excellent
Aaron J.
1 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aaron J.
Stayed 54 nights in Sep 2025
Entire home
Cozy Cottage
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61070 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Cottage
Enjoy a cozy stay in a private cottage nestled in on a beautiful tree-lined street. Wayland is a small, friendly community in Southeast Iowa. It’s just a short drive—10 miles north to Washington, 20 miles south to Mt. Pleasant (County Seat), or 40 miles to Burlington, Iowa City, or Ottumwa—offering small-town living with nearby city amenities. We are available to assist you with any needs, as we live right in Wayland. We look forward to your visit.
The space
Your cottage features lots of windows and natural light. The living room has relaxing recliners and a 55” DISH TV. AC and ceiling fans in all rooms will keep you comfortable. A closet stocked with books, games, and puzzles offers plenty of fun! There are two bedrooms—one with a king-size bed and one with a queen-size bed—that provide a restful night’s sleep, with room-darkening curtains, a sound machine, and fans to ensure comfort. Dining options include a cozy kitchen table or a patio table on the back deck. The kitchen is equipped with utensils and supplies for cooking your own meals, and a Jenn Air gas grill is available in the backyard. If you'd rather not cook, ordering from a local restaurant is a quick option! Keypad entry provides access to all three doors.
Guest access
The house is yours to use. The basement is "under construction" with future hopes of a game area - including ping pong table and foosball.
The space
Your cottage features lots of windows and natural light. The living room has relaxing recliners and a 55” DISH TV. AC and ceiling fans in all rooms will keep you comfortable. A closet stocked with books, games, and puzzles offers plenty of fun! There are two bedrooms—one with a king-size bed and one with a queen-size bed—that provide a restful night’s sleep, with room-darkening curtains, a sound machine, and fans to ensure comfort. Dining options include a cozy kitchen table or a patio table on the back deck. The kitchen is equipped with utensils and supplies for cooking your own meals, and a Jenn Air gas grill is available in the backyard. If you'd rather not cook, ordering from a local restaurant is a quick option! Keypad entry provides access to all three doors.
Guest access
The house is yours to use. The basement is "under construction" with future hopes of a game area - including ping pong table and foosball.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put dirty dishes in the rack/mat on the counter. We'll take care of seeing that they are clean!
Please do not strip beds - we'll take care of that!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Wayland
Wayland is home to this cottage. Midwest Old Threshers Heritage Museum and Arts Center Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Prayer Labyrinth and Fairfield Arts & Convention Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Punj Tennis Center or CJ Speedway. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Wayland, IA
What's nearby
- Sockum Ridge County Park - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
- Fern Cliff County Park - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
- Sunset Park - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
- Conger House Museum - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
- Lake Darling State Park - 18 min drive - 25.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Your Choice Family Restaurant - 9 min walk
- Eagle's Nest - 7 min drive
- Frontier Family Restaurant - 9 min walk
- Pratt' Dairy Den - 7 min walk
- The Bar - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Kenneth Z.
24 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kenneth Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Nancy S.
23 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nancy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tanya C.
21 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tanya C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
About the host
Hosted by Susan
Susan works part-time in the office at a local field tile company. Mark is a grain purchaser at a local feed mill. We are parents to 4 and grandparents to 12 - we enjoy every minute of it! We love meeting people and look forward to this new adventure!
Why they chose this property
Wayland is a great community - we've lived here for many years, raising our children in the WACO school district. Our tree lined street gives a cozy feel - no matter the season. It's nice to be within driving distance of the "city" and be able to return to our quiet hometown!
What makes this property unique
It’s just as its name states …. Cozy!❤️
Languages:
English
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