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Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

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Property grounds
Aerial view
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
View from property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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IA, Muscatine
  • Popular LocationWildcat Den State Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGeneva Golf and Country Club14 min drive
  • AirportMuscatine, IA (MUT-Muscatine Municipal)21 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn Deere Pavilion42 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

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

Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

Originally built with four ponds to accommodate a Catfish Farm and Shitake Mushroom Farm - this property has been in the family for four generations. We are pleased to share this amazing property with your family to continue the tradition of enjoying life's moments. We consider this place a small piece of heaven in Iowa and hope you will too. The activities available range from fishing, swimming or kayaking, in our private ponds, bonfires, outdoor grilling, sunrise or sunset watching, hiking around the property, and so much more. The property is just minutes away from Wild Cat Den State Park, bike paths and the Muscatine River Front.

Rental rate includes a fully furnished house, full kitchen, washer and dryer, WiFi, gas grill (1 propane tank included), access to 4 private ponds (no fishing license required), 3 kayaks, adult/youth/infant life jackets, concrete patio with firepit and outdoor patio furniture, and 5+ acres of private country land access (surrounded by 40 acres of farmland). Thanks for considering Captain's Cove!

Property manager

Alli Costello

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets 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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

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
Onsite 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 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

About the neighborhood

Muscatine

Located in Muscatine, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Wildcat Den State Park, while Putnam Museum and German American Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Muscatine Aquatic Center, or check out an event or a game at Modern Woodmen Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Wildcat Den State Park - 10 min drive
  • Geneva Golf and Country Club - 14 min drive
  • Rhythm City Casino - 35 min drive
  • RiverCenter - 36 min drive
  • John Deere Pavilion - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Culver's - 11 min drive
  • Yacky Shack - 13 min drive
  • Panda Express - 11 min drive
  • Applebee's - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Wildcat Den State Park, Mississippi River, and Pine Creek Grist Mill. Muscatine Aquatic Center and Riverside Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in Muscatine County
The extended family has outgrown my parents farm house. We booked here to get enough beds for everyone, now that the kids are older and less interested in sleeping on the floor. The cabin was awesome - great secluded little spot amongst some ponds on a great piece of ground. We immediately booked it for another visit while we were eating breakfast that first morning. Communication was great, absolutely fit the bill for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work trip in Davenport
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work trip
Nice place to stay when out of town working, better then hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is what it is
The furniture is very uncomfortable. Lower level does not maintain temperature in cold weather. The grill on the patio needs a serious cleaning. The coyotes roaming the property were a nice touch. For a guy’s weekend, its was what we expected, a place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and beautiful
The house was great. Super comfortable and easy. Dogs loved the property. Had everything we needed. Hosts were kind and communicative. Already recommended to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kitty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing family fun!
They thought of everything, everything is there needed for an enjoyable stay. Very clean, would book Captain’s Cove again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

james C.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Stars 🌟
We were very impressed with this property, and the very welcoming hosts! We arrived to a beautifully secluded home by the ponds, which is just a few miles from anything you need from town, fantastic location. Very clean, very spacious and very accommodating.. We played around on the kayaks, and paddle boat, caught some really nice fish, saw some amazing sunsets, the kids had so much fun playing games and reading books in the nook bed.. We even loved the story of The Captain Mark so much that we sang a song at sunset and rang the bell and had a toast to him! It was a great time had by all! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house to stay at.
Very beautiful, comfortable, clean house. A nice place to vacation with the family. With the pond outside, We enjoyed the place very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable getaway for peace and relaxation
We really enjoyed are short stay here. We were looking for a peaceful location for relaxing and we found it. The house is older, remodeled nice enough. A few things that need some work but overall comfortable and nice. Nothing that was distracting - honestly mentioning the things would be nitpicking. So don't be scared off by that comment. We found the space to be good, roomy for our needs (group of 5), beds comfortable, internet good (especially considering rural location), and AC was great. What really sets this rental apart is the property and "vibe" if you will. Being right on a large pond/lake it was a real joy to sit on the deck and/or patio and listen to the who knows how many species of birds singing, frogs croaking, and in the evening insects doing their thing. A very nice fire out by the lake as well one evening. The hosts were great, definitely available and concerned that we had a good stay. Checking and out was flawless. The list of cleanup was short - not the nightmare we've had at other properties at all. Bottom line - highly recommend for a getaway for some peace and tranquility, and yet a 10 minute drive into town for plenty of options for dining, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023