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The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

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Interior
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wellman, IA
  • University of Iowa
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Kinnick Stadium
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Wellman

In Wellman .Stay at this Wellman vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Kalona Historical Village and 16 miles (25 km) of Frytown Conservation Area. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 25 min drive - 27.1 km
  • University of Iowa - 32 min drive - 39.4 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 34 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 34 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 35 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Well - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dj's Casual Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cilino's - ‬9 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.

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

All the comforts of home…..One bedroom shanty with the ability to sleep six plus one on the couch. Refrigerator and cupboards are stocked with breakfast staples and variety of snacks. Fully equipped kitchen including basic cookware. Bathroom with shower. Washer and dryer. Linens provided. No internet but there is a dvd player and a variety of movies. TV gets local stations. Located 30 minutes SW of Iowa City. Variety of attractions and things to do within an hour drive. Kalona historic/shopping, Riverside Casino, Amana Colonies, Iowa City, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Stead’s Children Hospital. Coral Ridge mall, the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk….., English River Wildlife Area offers hunting and non hunting activities. https://washingtoncounty.iowa.gov/facilities/facility/details/English-River-Wildlife-Area-7

Property manager

Jennifer aka the Iowa Auntie

Languages

English

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Exterior

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Ask for special accommodations

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Max guests dependent on planned use of space.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: Max guests dependent on planned use of space. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra c.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Shanty

Wonderful place to stay. Everything was nice and quiet. This was exactly what we needed for a short stay and wonderful price. We really appreciated all the little extras around. If you needed anything this place had it.Loved it and will definitely stay next time we need a place in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recommended

We had a very nice stay. Incredibly stocked and it was cozy and easy. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and provided several comforts. I hope to stay here next January every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lechance S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house

More amenities than the Hilton, I enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bob O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

It was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Quiet area of town. The home had everything and more. Nice place to get away from reality!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Ames, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Getaway…

Our son was cast in a play at Iowa on a game weekend. Hotels were booked or ridiculously expensive. We found the Auntie Shanty on VRBO and couldn’t be happier. It was just 30 minutes from Iowa City and allowed us to see the show multiple without breaking the bank. The house was very clean. To say that Hennifer went above and beyond would be and understatement.Every possible need was My wife commented that this was
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Shanty

We felt right at home. All the comforts of home. Very clean and cute. Nice and quiet area. We hope to be able to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H., Omaha, NE

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaintness Galore

Such a fun and quaint stay with some teens for a volleyball tournament. Met our needs perfectly and the snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 STARS!!

We love Aunties Shanty! The pups approved too. Cute, comfortable house with everything you need - like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful host! Gave great suggestions, very easy to work with, generous snacks and goodies, very very clean and homey! Made us feel at home! Host goes above and beyond! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Cute place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable stay

Cute place and was a comfortable stay for our family while traveling through the area. Lots of little touches that made it extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K., Brighton,TN

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved Aunties Shanty

Everything was clean and was a nice break for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

NiCole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister getaway

We arrived Saturday morning after some shopping and linch at the Foundry. Our host was generous to let us in early as we planned for only one day. House was decorated cute and had a fire pit setup. Neighbors were all really nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much better than the shanties I'm familiar with. Clean and filled with amenities. It was comfortable and quiet. All the provisions and snacks were a wonderful touch. Excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Wellman Iowa

The host, Jennifer really prepared for our visit. Fresh flowers in kitchen with food items in cupboards and refrigerator was so nice to have. A great selection of of coffees and hot chocolate was greatly appreciated. House was very clean and well organized. Even a bowl of candy! We would have liked to have cable tv and wifi. Not having wifi made it difficult to do any task on computers. Overall our visit was really good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place that had everything we needed! The snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oasis on a hot day

Very clean and comfortable. Had every thing we needed and the air conditioning felt wonderful on a 95 degree day
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Their stay in Wellman

It is a beautiful cottage. Big enough to accommodate my mom and my sister. Everything was provided for washing clothes making breakfast and anything else that was needed. Very grateful to have this cottage so close to my home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A charming stay in a beautiful town

Such an amazing stay and so much extras on the property, felt at home right away and rested very well. Very well equipped property, it was a breeze finding the basics at the house and I can tell there was so much thought and attention to detail from the host 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry R., Jonesboro, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time to come and Stay - Excellent

Thank you so very much! We came into town for a Baby Shower and our host was incredible! She even gave a gift for the shower - super incredible. The place was clean and stocked with anything and everything you could think of. Thank you from the Rutland’s
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Great time and great host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

Cant say enough great things about the house and hospitality from Jennifer. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024