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Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10

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Kitchen.  Refrigerator has an ice maker.
Additional table height seating at the counter.  Room for 4-5 chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alta Vista, IA
  • Randall Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lake Louise State Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Niagara Cave
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10

The Recker House offers a fully furnished five bedroom, 2.25 bathrooms guest house in Alta Vista, IA, a small town in northeast Iowa for short term rentals by the day, week or month. This property is a great place to host family gatherings, especially in conjunction with a second guesthouse, Grandma Z's, located directly across the street.

Homey, comfortable, 'gem of Northeast Iowa,' are all terms used by previous guests to describe this property and the one across the street. With five bedrooms (all with queen sized beds) and two full bathrooms plus an extra shower in one bedroom, your family will be comfortable while all under one roof.

A large living room on the main level opens to both the dining area and the kitchen. The lower level also has a large family room, dining area and kitchen with full sized appliances. The open space on the main floor allows for easy visiting with family members and accommodates a large group.

The main floor bathroom has a tub and shower combination and a stacked front load washer and dryer. A second front load washing set is located on the lower level. The lower level bathroom is equipped with a shower.

A covered patio with patio furniture, charcoal grill (guests provide charcoal and lighter) is located off of the garage.

Amenities at this property include:
Central air and heat
32' flat screen TV's on both floors
Full sized appliances
Ice maker in main floor refrigerator
Dishwasher in main floor kitchen
Ceiling fans in bedroom #1 and kitchen
Keyless entry (programmed locks)
Bed linens provided
Towels in bathroom
Paper towels and toilet paper
Hair dryer
Crockpot
Keurig and regular coffee makers
Charcoal grill (guests provide charcoal and lighter fluid)
Covered patio
Patio furniture
Pack and play
Toys
Board games
Wireless internet
Basic cable including local channels
Pots and pans
Dining dishes, stemware, silverware
Second full kitchen on lower level
5 bedrooms each with a queen sized bed

Property manager

Linda Kobliska
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Pets can kennel in the garage or on the patio.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets unless kept in the garage.
No smoking in the house. Guests can smoke on the patio area
If something is stolen from the house, the guest will be charged five times the replacement cost to cover time to replace item, etc.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alta Vista

Located in Alta Vista, this holiday home is in a rural area. Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park and Comet Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Randall Park and Stolz Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Alta Vista, IA

What's nearby

  • Randall Park - 22 min drive - 23.8 km
  • MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center - 23 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Mooney Art Collection - 35 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Lake Louise State Park - 45 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Niagara Cave - 65 min drive - 69.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bird Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Schucky's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Red Wagon Supper Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alta Vista Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moonshine Tap - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Five Bedroom Fully Furnished Guesthouse in NE Iowa Sleeps 10 located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center, Randall Park and Stolz Park. Little Brown Church in the Vale and Winterink Woods are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Great place and lots of room to spread out!

Plenty of room for adults and kids! We’ve rented this property several times when family or friends are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Slice of small town life

We have stayed here multiple times and already planning return trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley F.

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

Homey

excellent location in quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Thanksgiving

Enjoyed our stay. Clean and well furnished house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Pheasant hunting trip

Perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A., Iowa City, Iowa

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

Wonderful, like spending the weekend at Grandma's house

Quaint, quiet and clean comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Small town getaway

Small town charm and friendly locals at bar/restaurant. We had great weather and enjoyed sitting outside on patio while grilling supper!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert J. F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

ELMA

Clean, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H., Ames, IA

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

Pleasant stay

Property was neat and clean, and well equipped. Communication with owner was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN N.

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

Clean, quiet, and spacious

Clean and comfortable property with space for large family or group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darvin H.

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

Nice town house

Well stocked, clean house with comfortable beds. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Another great weekend

Perfect place for a weekend get away, made good use of the covered patio with all the rain we had. Nice outside setting to gather for a few cocktails while grilling.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Amazing

Clean and comfortable. Peaceful and perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Pheasant Hunting

Perfect layout for a guys hunting trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivalie L.

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

Alta Vista

Clean, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Little Brown Church in the Vale

Na
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

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

Family Gathering

Best deal for the money. House was well stocked (pots, pans, even a Keurig) Host also provides paper towels, toilet paper and bath towels. Great comfy rooms and beautiful decor. Both comfy and classy. Plenty of room for a large group. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Shirleen H.

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

Family gathering

The property was very adequate for our gathering. We were gone from the property for almost three different days to do an amusement park, The Grotto, wine tasting, and swimming/picnic at a local county park. We felt that the town was very small and we had to travel some distance to get anything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Hunting Trip

House was very clean and well-stocked. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Cozy get away

We chose this due to the location but found out as soon as we went in it has so much to offer. Great floor plan layout for our bigger group and plenty of comfy beds. We booked our next stay before we even checked out!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

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

Great stay!

We rented this house for our family get together. It was perfectly. Plenty of room, all of the furniture is in excellent condition, and spotless. Thank you for sharing this house! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Judith V., Savannah, MO USA

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

small town iowa

the property was as advertised. Only a slight problem with the lid on the toilet stool in the upstairs bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorrinda K., Saint Ansgar

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

Roomy and comfortable

A group of us got together for a fun overnight of hanging out. We had plenty of room to relax. The property had everything we could have needed. We hope to visit their other properties in the area in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Gordon H.

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

Rekker House Stay

It was very adequate for a large group and Linda was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Relaxing

Just what my family needed for a few days of quiet relaxation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Linda Kobliska

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We have lived in the area for all of our lives and offer this and six other guest houses in the area. We also rent traditional housing--apartments and houses.

Why they chose this property

After purchasing and starting Grandma Z's (the guesthouse that is located directly across the street), this home became available and since it makes great sense to offer families two houses in close proximity, we purchased this home!

What makes this property unique

This is a relatively large home, with full kitchens, living and dining areas on both floors. Guests like the open floor plan of the main floor when gathering larger groups of people for holidays, etc. The home has five bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed. A supply of toys and board games is kept in the closet of a main floor bedroom.
There is great pheasant and deer hunting in the area. A 25 mile plus bike trail starts four miles from this property. This community offers the benefits of small town living.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests