LAKE VIEW CABIN- 'HEAVENLY' RETREAT

 
 
 
Iowa City house rental - Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.
Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.
 
Iowa City house rental - Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.

Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.

Back of house with the lake showing somewhat on the left side.

Back of house with the lake showing somewhat on the left side.

This house is truly like a fairy tale. Side deck.

This house is truly like a fairy tale. Side deck.

Front deck

Front deck

Main living area

Main living area

Open view kitchen, stocked with cookware, utensils, whatever you need.

Open view kitchen, stocked with cookware, utensils, whatever you need.

We have a screen for the fireplace so you can view the fire.

We have a screen for the fireplace so you can view the fire.

Loft area for extra sleeping

Loft area for extra sleeping

loft area leads to upper bedroom & upper bathroom (on the right side)

loft area leads to upper bedroom & upper bathroom (on the right side)

king size bed

king size bed

fun closet with barn-type doors

fun closet with barn-type doors

upper bathroom (toilet and sink are to the right side out of view)

upper bathroom (toilet and sink are to the right side out of view)

Main floor master bedroom (next to main floor bathroom) has a double-size bed.

Main floor master bedroom (next to main floor bathroom) has a double-size bed.

main floor bathroom, (bedroom is thru the far-door)

main floor bathroom, (bedroom is thru the far-door)

Family room, lower level, porch thru the doors, another fireplace to the right.

Family room, lower level, porch thru the doors, another fireplace to the right.

2 futon couches and 1 futon chair-bed.

2 futon couches and 1 futon chair-bed.

Screened-in porch with 2 swings

Screened-in porch with 2 swings

Walk down the hill 2 minutes to the lake, which looks white in this photo.

Walk down the hill 2 minutes to the lake, which looks white in this photo.

view from front yard

view from front yard

Coralville Reservoir

Coralville Reservoir

walk left and you'll come to a local beach. I should've taken a photo of it!

walk left and you'll come to a local beach. I should've taken a photo of it!

back yard with fun pathway & deer

back yard with fun pathway & deer

front yard with deer

front yard with deer

path to the lake. We haul kayaks down to the water from our home & launch

path to the lake. We haul kayaks down to the water from our home & launch

Per night (USD) $200 - $275
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps11
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Iowa City vacation house rental
Sleeps 11! 2 bed, 2 bath, sleeping loft, family room with 3 futons couch/beds.

This incredible property has original beams and flooring from a 1800's church! Renew your spirit with state park hiking trails or a hammock. Walk down the 3 minute path to the Coralville Reservoir and enjoy the beach! Nestled between Lake MacBride State Park and the beautiful Coralville Reservoir, this retreat is a Godsend!

About Lisa Martin-Eatinger

I grew up in Iowa near here and enjoyed the family picnics at the state park. My extended family is still in the area! We now live in downtown Chicago, and this retreat is a great escape from our hectic lives.

Lisa Martin-Eatinger purchased this house in 2011
Why Lisa Martin-Eatinger chose Iowa City

My family has been enjoying Lake MacBride since it first opened. My grandmother told me about her experiences growing up and enjoying the lake so she made sure to bring her children. My mother has great stories of Lake MacBride and the Coralville Reservoir and she made sure to bring me and my brothers! Now a fourth generation, my own daughters, are growing up with peace and tranquility because of this fabulous property.

What makes this house unique

Look at the pictures! Words cannot express the beauty of this home and area.

Iowa City house rental - Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.

Beautiful A-frame home with screened-in porch below the deck, and fire pit.

Back of house with the lake showing somewhat on the left side.

Back of house with the lake showing somewhat on the left side.

This house is truly like a fairy tale. Side deck.

This house is truly like a fairy tale. Side deck.

Front deck

Front deck

Main living area

Main living area

Open view kitchen, stocked with cookware, utensils, whatever you need.

Open view kitchen, stocked with cookware, utensils, whatever you need.

We have a screen for the fireplace so you can view the fire.

We have a screen for the fireplace so you can view the fire.

Loft area for extra sleeping

Loft area for extra sleeping

loft area leads to upper bedroom & upper bathroom (on the right side)

loft area leads to upper bedroom & upper bathroom (on the right side)

king size bed

king size bed

fun closet with barn-type doors

fun closet with barn-type doors

upper bathroom (toilet and sink are to the right side out of view)

upper bathroom (toilet and sink are to the right side out of view)

Main floor master bedroom (next to main floor bathroom) has a double-size bed.

Main floor master bedroom (next to main floor bathroom) has a double-size bed.

main floor bathroom, (bedroom is thru the far-door)

main floor bathroom, (bedroom is thru the far-door)

Family room, lower level, porch thru the doors, another fireplace to the right.

Family room, lower level, porch thru the doors, another fireplace to the right.

2 futon couches and 1 futon chair-bed.

2 futon couches and 1 futon chair-bed.

Screened-in porch with 2 swings

Screened-in porch with 2 swings

Walk down the hill 2 minutes to the lake, which looks white in this photo.

Walk down the hill 2 minutes to the lake, which looks white in this photo.

view from front yard

view from front yard

Coralville Reservoir

Coralville Reservoir

walk left and you'll come to a local beach. I should've taken a photo of it!

walk left and you'll come to a local beach. I should've taken a photo of it!

back yard with fun pathway & deer

back yard with fun pathway & deer

front yard with deer

front yard with deer

path to the lake. We haul kayaks down to the water from our home & launch

path to the lake. We haul kayaks down to the water from our home & launch

Nearest Airport : Cedar Rapids, Eastern Iowa Airport at 10 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Interstate 80 at 12 Miles
Nearest Beach : Coralville Reservoir, Lake MacBride Beaches at 0.5 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Solon Station at 5 Miles
Nearest Ski : Cross Country Trails at 0.25 Miles
Nearest Golf : Lake MacBride Golf Club at 2 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : El Sol at 5 Miles
Car: necessary

We are located 15 minutes from Iowa City, right next to Lake MacBride State park. There are hiking and biking trails, public beaches and boat rentals including paddleboats, canoes, kayaks, & pontoons. Enjoy Iowa City nightlife including shopping, Hawkeye football games & shows. Fossil hunting is nearby at the Devonian Fossil Gorge.

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Jun 17, 2013
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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Iowa City, Iowa

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$200
$250
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 
 
FEBRUARY DEAL: 3RD NIGHT FREE!
Feb 1 - Feb 28
$250
$250
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 
 
MAY-JUNE SPECIAL SAVE 20%!
May 20 - Jun 30
$250
$250
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 
 
Regular Summer rates
Jul 1 - Aug 29
$275
$275
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 
 
Memorial Day Weekend
May 24 2013 - May 28 2013
$1,000
Flat fee
4 nights
 
 
Extended 4th of July Weekend
Jul 3 2013 - Jul 8 2013
$1,250
Flat fee
5 nights
 
 
Hawkeye Football-Labor Day
Aug 30 2013 - Sep 3 2013
$1,000
Flat fee
4 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Sep 6 2013 - Sep 9 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Sep 20 2013 - Sep 23 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Oct 4 2013 - Oct 7 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Oct 25 2013 - Oct 28 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Nov 1 2013 - Nov 4 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 
 
Iowa Hawkeye Football Weekend
Nov 22 2013 - Nov 25 2013
$750
Flat fee
3 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Refundable Damage Deposit $500

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Iowa City, Iowa

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Lake View ...
    Amazing lake views of the Coralville Reservoir from the yard and deck. Take the beautiful nature path and hike down the hill to the water. It is a 2 minute walk.
General:
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Wood Fireplace
Kitchen:
  • Dishwasher
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
Dining:
  • Dining Area
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11
  • King size beds (1) In top floor bedroom, Double Beds (1) In main floor bedroom, Twin or Single Beds (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (4) 3 futon couches and 1 futon-chair bed that becomes a twin bed.
Entertainment:
  • CD Player
  • Video Library
  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    We just added this in time for Christmas.
Outside:
  • Golf ...
    1 mile away
  • Boat ...
    summer rental down the road
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    with our permission
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
Suitability:
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    24
  • non smoking only
  • Alternative Lifestyle
  • pets considered ...
    We don't want to see evidence left behind.
Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • health/beauty spa
  • library
  • live theater
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • restaurants
Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • bird watching
  • boating
  • horseback riding
  • horseshoes
  • miniature golf
  • paddle boating
  • scenic drives
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • walking
  • wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • Babysitter
  • groceries
  • hospital
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • cross country skiing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf
  • hiking
  • hunting
  • ice skating
  • jet skiing
  • kayaking
  • sailing
  • snowmobiling
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • water skiing
Notes:
Fire pit, hiking & biking trails, beach, lake, snowmobile trails, horseback riding down the road, watercraft rentals

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Iowa City, Iowa

Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
average rating of 5.0 based on 5 reviews
business
Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p439096vbi
312-622-6920
Iowa City Iowa
5

Entertaining & peaceful location

Entertaining & peaceful location
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 9, 2013
  • Stayed: May 2013
Perfect get away for families, great cabin and location for entertaining. Owner was very helpful and easy to contact and very prompt in handling questions. =)
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers
business
Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p439096vbi
312-622-6920
Iowa City Iowa
5

Heavenly is Right!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 11, 2013
  • Stayed: Apr 2013
Oh, where to begin!
This place was a little slice of Heaven...so relaxing, so close to town but still remote & secluded even with the friendly neighbors next door. A beautiful house that provided everything! We walked down to the beach and hiked around the shoreline rocks. Our hosts (Lisa & John) were available when needed via text & phone to answer questions and made renting this house such a breeze! We look forward to renting from them again in the future :)
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p439096vbi
312-622-6920
Iowa City Iowa
Minneapolis
5

Excellent experience!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 7, 2013
  • Stayed: Mar 2013
We stayed for a long weekend and met up with some friends. The house is beautiful, well stocked with cooking equipment and the property is lovely. We walked down to the lake in the winter all three days we were there and enjoyed the gorgeous view from the kitchen and loft. The design and feel of the house is wonderful and a great escape.

We drove into Iowa City two of the three days, and it is an easy and pretty drive. The kids enjoyed seeing the farms as we drove by.

The owners are very accommodating and easy to work with - I highly recommend staying at this one-of-a-kind property!! We hope to return soon!
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p439096vbi
312-622-6920
Iowa City Iowa
Minnesota
5

Great Stay, Peaceful and Nice Place

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 3, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
Lisa a very helpful and great host. She doubled checked to see if we had the right lockbox code, and even let us stay a extra night because of a snow storm, but we declined since we left a few hours early. The cabin itself was very nice. We walked in and we both thought it was great with a open layout and knew we would like it. It was a peaceful stay and we give it 5 stars. Hopefully we'll be coming back soon! Thanks Lisa.
Recommended for:  Romantic Getaway
business
Lake View Cabin- 'Heavenly' Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p439096vbi
312-622-6920
Iowa City Iowa
Sioux City
5

Tom

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jan 10, 2013
  • Stayed: Dec 2012
Very nice - fun experience. Owner was very easy to work with - we will do this again.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
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