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Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City

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A residential house with a front yard, a mailbox, and a number 818 on the door.
A living room with a ceiling fan, wooden furniture, a television, and a patterned rug.
Room
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk, a chair, and a rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pine Lake State Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Eldora, IA
  • Place, Pine Lake State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hardin County Farm Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ellsworth Community College
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City

Enjoy a woodland atmosphere in our original historical log cabin. Newly renovated and directly in town. One bedroom with queen size bed, new queen sofa bed in large living room area with enough space for 2 single beds with flexible arrangements. Refurbished gas fireplace,1 window ACs plus 1 portable window AC. Kitchen is fully equipped with essentials for preparing simple meals, new electric range and full size fridge. All bedding and towels are provided. Parking is available directly in front of the property. Children and pets are welcome. Pack and Play for small children is available (bring your own bedding).
Sport and recreation nearby at Pine Lake and the Iowa River Greenbelt. Shopping is limited but grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, breakfast cafe, and cinema are located in town on the main street as well as a Casey's that is open 24/7. Larger cities reachable within an hour include Ames, Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Grundy Center, and scenic Iowa Falls.

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    House Rules

    Check in after 4:00 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 21
    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

    Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    AC, TV, and lights (except a night light) should be turned off when cabin is not occupied, please!

    Important information

    You need to know

    Property # 4750103
    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 and a first aid kit

    About the area

    Eldora

    Located in Eldora, this cabin is in the city centre and on a river. Eagle City Winery and Meadowbrook Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pine Lake State Park and Fallen Rock Wildlife Area.
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    Eldora, IA

    What's nearby

    • Pine Lake State Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
    • Hardin County Farm Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
    • Ellsworth Equestrian Center - 20 min drive - 34.1 km
    • Ellsworth Community College - 24 min drive - 39.0 km
    • Big Treehouse - 44 min drive - 70.4 km

    Getting around

    • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 57 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
    • ‪The Weathered Wheel - ‬9 min walk
    • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
    • ‪Firehouse Saloon & Grill - ‬14 min walk
    • ‪The Ice Cream Station - ‬10 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

    How much is parking at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City located?

    Located in the heart of Eldora, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Pine Lake State Park and Hardin County Farm Museum. Pine Lake Beach and Wildcat Cave Wildlife Management Area are also within 3 miles (5 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. 15 out of 15 reviews
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    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    10/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    10/10

    Location

    10/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Harris L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Nice and Clean location
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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    10/10 Excellent

    Ann J.

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

    Nice Place to stay

    Great stay, great host.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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    10/10 Excellent

    Jay K.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Very nice appointment little cabin and host was very gracious
    Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    David T.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Very nice stay. Visited our son and it was a perfect location. Host checked in to see if we needed anything and if there were any problems.
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Heidi

    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
    The place was clean
    Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    linda c.

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

    Cute place to stay.

    My husband and I spent a couple nights at the cabin in the city. It was a cute place with a unique history. Barbara, the host was excellent with communication and accommodations!
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    M.C. F.

    Liked: Location
    Very nice stay, lovely owner was so helpful...but I do want to mention....as a senior, only 5' tall...some cabinets were to high to reach, but luckily I did not need them. Also there are a few step ups to a couple rooms...but again...they did not bother me...My stay was nice & enjoyable, and I was able to accomplish my itinerary in those few days.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Michelle T.

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

    Highly recommend

    House was very clean and had everything we needed. Barbara was wonderful, helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Tasha

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
    Nice community and very quiet
    Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Paul P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    A quiet neighborhood in the small Iowa town where I grew up.Barbara is a good host. The cabin maybe small but has a lot of charm
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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    10/10 Excellent

    Katie A.

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

    Cozy Cabin

    Everything was as advertised. Barbara met us at the property to check in. She also checked in with us via text during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. It was nice to find a place you can bring your dog with while we were visiting.
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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    10/10 Excellent

    Joan U.

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

    Review

    Nice clean place
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Daniel D.

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

    Excellent! Will be back!

    Barbara was extremely pleasant to work with, and her home even has a little history behind it. (Not about the ruin the surprise.) Give this quaint little home a shot, you wont be disappointed.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Daniel R.

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

    Nice little cabin

    Well organized, excellent communication from property manager.
    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Nancy C.

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

    Everything you need in Eldora

    Very clean and comfortable accommodations with all of the kitchen cooking.items and linens needed for a short or extended stay. Owner meets you to orient you to the rental. Communication was good and was prompt.
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

    About the host

    Hosted by Barbara D Reiter

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    After living in Germany for 30 years (yes, I speak fluent German), I returned to Central Iowa and opened the White House Bed and Breakfast with European flair. I love meeting people and interacting with my guests but do also try to respect their desire for privacy. Between the Band B and the Woodland City Cabin, I have received guest from 28 US states and 7 countries.

    Why they chose this property

    The Woodland City Cabin was acquired as a supplement to the B and B for families, small groups, extended stay relocators to the area, and guests who are looking for a place to stay in the area for temporary work situations.

    What makes this property unique

    The original log cabin offers a complete unit for a more independent and private stay. Guests are required to take care of their own meals, although coffee and or tea are provided and simple staples (salt/pepper, oil, sugar). The host is located across the street and can be available at a moment's notice if there are any issues. As host I do like to be available to check my guests in and give them important info about the cabin but it is not essential and can be done without person to person contact. A message when the guest has arrived and or left the cabin is appreciated. House rules are posted on the kitchen cabinet along with WIFI info and local emergency numbers.

    Languages:

    German

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