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Our top choices for Story City vacation rentals

Exterior
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"The cabin was very clean and cozy. Close to Ames which was our reason for our visit. When we return next year, we will definitely see if this cabin is available for our stay. "
United States
Paul D.
The price is ￥9,864
￥19,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Very well done use of space, perfect for what we needed "
United States
Dan O.
The price is ￥11,289
￥23,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Interior
Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Collins
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10)
"Great little place and quiet. Clean and everything in working order"
United States
Doug D.
The price is ￥16,205
￥25,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Comfy and clean house. Excellent shower "
United States
Lori M.
The price is ￥12,056
￥24,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Excellent stay! Highly recommended "
United States
Laura C.
The price is ￥15,187
￥27,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Petite Perch

The Petite Perch

The Petite Perch
Alden
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Great little place right on the river! V"
United States
Brenda M.
The price is ￥18,601
￥31,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
The Petite Perch
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Warm Winter Stay Near ISU Stadium + Downtown Ames

Warm Winter Stay Near ISU Stadium + Downtown Ames

Warm Winter Stay Near ISU Stadium + Downtown Ames
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Quiet. Good access. Good space. Good help on lockbox. "
United States
Jim M.
The price is ￥14,718
￥43,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Warm Winter Stay Near ISU Stadium + Downtown Ames
Property grounds
Relaxed Winter Stay | 4 Mi to Jack Trice Stadium!

Relaxed Winter Stay | 4 Mi to Jack Trice Stadium!

Relaxed Winter Stay | 4 Mi to Jack Trice Stadium!
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Easy checkin ang great communication with host"
United States
Katrina N.
The price is ￥13,152
￥38,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Relaxed Winter Stay | 4 Mi to Jack Trice Stadium!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"It was a nice clean place and would recommend if someone was in the area visiting or working."
United States
Lynn
The price is ￥10,568
￥21,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Special Winter Getaway | Stay near ISU Campus

Special Winter Getaway | Stay near ISU Campus

Special Winter Getaway | Stay near ISU Campus
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great location to the football/basketball facilities. Very clean, stayed there for 2 nights. One issue arose and the host resolved it quickly. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Carrie P.
The price is ￥15,657
￥41,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Special Winter Getaway | Stay near ISU Campus
Exterior
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Excellent location for a weekend stay of a family reunion at Ledges and golf at Honey Creek. We appreciated all the amenities. Will definitely be staying again. "
United States
Mark P.
The price is ￥27,760
￥35,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Terrace/patio
3bed/1.5bath Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub

3bed/1.5bath Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub

3bed/1.5bath Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Perfect location, great stay !"
United States
Carrie R.
The price is ￥23,329
￥45,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
3bed/1.5bath Modern Retreat w/ Hot Tub
Smart TV, computer monitors
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Great place, super convenient to everything you would want in Boone. I would absolutely stay here again."
United States
CHRISTIAN H.
The price is ￥18,006
￥30,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Outdoor dining
Charming 3BR 3-5BA Modern Retreat

Charming 3BR 3-5BA Modern Retreat

Charming 3BR 3-5BA Modern Retreat
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great location and a couple blocks from Iowa State Iniversity. Long driveway was extra nice and can fit 4 cars. House was perfect and we had plenty of space. Kitchen has the basics but not a lot of extras."
United States
Brent Y.
The price is ￥23,329
￥75,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Charming 3BR 3-5BA Modern Retreat
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
5 Bed 2 Bath/Modern Large Home

5 Bed 2 Bath/Modern Large Home

5 Bed 2 Bath/Modern Large Home
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21)
"Host was very quick to respond to our reservation and inquires! "
United States
Christine S.
The price is ￥20,198
￥41,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
5 Bed 2 Bath/Modern Large Home
Exterior
3 bed/2 bath-Walk to Jack Trice Stadium

3 bed/2 bath-Walk to Jack Trice Stadium

3 bed/2 bath-Walk to Jack Trice Stadium
Ames
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"Great location and house for a fun girls get away. The house was clean, cozy, and comfortable. We would rent again."
United States
Amy R.
The price is ￥21,763
￥43,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
3 bed/2 bath-Walk to Jack Trice Stadium
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Walk to Jack Trice Stadium and ISU! Fire Pit+Yard

Walk to Jack Trice Stadium and ISU! Fire Pit+Yard

Walk to Jack Trice Stadium and ISU! Fire Pit+Yard
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"A little older but a nice quiet house with comfortable beds. We were in town on business and our was a great place to stay. "
United States
Donald K.
The price is ￥27,243
￥54,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Walk to Jack Trice Stadium and ISU! Fire Pit+Yard
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown
2.0 star property
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Great property, excellent host!"
United States
Carole B.
The price is ￥30,014
￥67,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown
Dining
Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly

Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly

Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Host was extremely friendly and helpful, the place was spotless and very nice to walk into from a long trip. Will absolutely visit again next time we are in the area!"
United States
Aaron
The price is ￥27,713
￥46,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly
Interior
Spacious 5-bedroom house in peaceful Ames neighborhood just steps from campus.

Spacious 5-bedroom house in peaceful Ames neighborhood just steps from campus.

Spacious 5-bedroom house in peaceful Ames neighborhood just steps from campus.
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"What a nice place! Lots of the little things were handy and made our travels easier and comfortable. Well outfitted kitchen lots of space in the the house overall. Deer , fox, and other wildlife to watch in the mornings and evenings. Will stay again if we are in Ames. "
United States
Cameron K.
The price is ￥37,874
￥67,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Spacious 5-bedroom house in peaceful Ames neighborhood just steps from campus.
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Top Story City Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City

10/10 Excellent
"Was given a dirty room but quickly corrected. Staff was great and helpful. Very clean. Good breakfast!"
Darcie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Comfort Inn Story City

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Story City?

Yes, we have vacation rentals in Story City close to Story City Carousel, or you can select a more remote option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Our travelers say Story City has a good selection of restaurants. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events and shopping during your trip.

What's the top vacation rental in Story City?

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks: This vacation home rental outside of Story City is located in the city center and has a fireplace, a patio, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games.

What can I see and do in Story City?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum, or get outside and enjoy nature at Reiman Gardens. Story City Carousel and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What are vacation rentals like in Story City?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can reserve for several days or more in Story City. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of safety away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive option for a family trip or a small group gathering.