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Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping

Cottage in Woodland Heights

Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Cozy, had everything we needed, convenient "
United States
Jordan S.
The price is ￥12,636
￥35,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

Cottage in Polk City

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
3.0 star property
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
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Charming 2-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC in lovely Pella

Cottage in Pella

Charming 2-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC in lovely Pella
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Really loved our stay!! Home was immaculately clean and decorated tasteful. All house features were easy to use. Easy walk to downtown Pella."
United States
Erica S.
The price is ￥22,030
￥43,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Charming 2-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC in lovely Pella
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Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space

Cottage in Thompson

Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Jessica A.
The price is ￥12,068
￥21,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior
Walk to Park: Waterloo Home w/ Furnished Deck

Cottage in Waterloo

Walk to Park: Waterloo Home w/ Furnished Deck
3.0 star property
The price is ￥23,189
￥63,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Walk to Park: Waterloo Home w/ Furnished Deck
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay and the food is good too:)"
Nikki 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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Central Iowa Cottages information

Number of reviews
23
Accommodation
55 Cottages
Lowest Price
￥21,782
Highest Price
￥63,254

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