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Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, video games, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Mercy Hospital
    5 min walk
  • University of Iowa
    5 min walk
  • University of Iowa Health Care
    8 min walk
  • Iowa City, IA (IOW)
    10 min drive

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About the area

Iowa City

Mann stay.A stay at this Mann vacation home places you steps from Mercy Hospital and within a 5-minute walk of University of Iowa. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Health Care are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min walk
  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 4 min drive
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Studio 13 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gabe's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Place - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

Unbeatable location! The Van Buren is a block from “Dirty” John’s Grocery, the vibrant Northside restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and more! Then it’s just a quick stroll to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Attending a game? We're a short drive or a lovely walk to the stadiums.

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

What you'll enjoy at The Van Buren:

🚗 PARKING: Off-street parking is included for up to three mid-sized vehicles. It is single-lane parking, so plan accordingly. Free street parking is also available.

☕️ FRONT PORCH: Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on our wide, welcoming front porch!

🛋️ LIVING ROOM: Relax on the couch or comfy leather chair while you watch the big screen TV equipped with Roku so you can easily log in to your streaming services, all powered with free high-speed wifi.

🍽️ DINING ROOM: Enjoy meals at the dining table (can expand to seat 8) or chat by the bar.

🥘 KITCHEN: Everything you'd need to prep and enjoy a meal! Our kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, oven, electric cooktop, pots, pans, plates, glassware, flatware, utensils... you name it! Coffee and tea are always stocked.

🚿 BATHROOM #1 (main floor): Tucked in the hallway for privacy and flanked by bedrooms, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo.

🛏️ BEDROOM #1 (main floor, dark purple): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, closet with hangers, and a built-in desk/vanity.

🛏️ BEDROOM #2 (main floor, yellow): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, and closet with hangers.

🚿 BATHROOM #2 (second floor): With updated tile floor and shower surround, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo. Just outside the bathroom is a full-length mirror and an additional vanity area, perfect for prepping for a night out.

🛏️ BEDROOM #3 (second floor, white): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, closet with hangers, sitting area, a dresser and vanity mirror with built-in LED lighting.

🛏️ BEDROOM #4 (second floor, blue): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, a dresser, and closet with hangers.

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the main and second floors.

ALLERGIES:
For allergy sufferers, our pillows are down-alternative.

SAFETY and SECURITY:
Ring doorbell cameras are on the property's exterior at the front and back doors.

Property manager

Jake

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139.4 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Note: house is not baby-proof and has a staircase.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a football weekend
Great house in a perfect location, very well maintained and stocked. Owners were clear and friendly in communication and it made for a perfect family hangout on a Hawkeye football weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Had a great time and was able to enjoy the IA City experience on foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawkeye Heaven
The home was very clean and decorated wonderfully. Loved the porch swing and the touch lamp in the bedroom. Loved this lovely home 😊. Owners sent us the passcode in plenty of time to get in. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024