Rustic cottage in river valley with access to hiking and mountain biking trails
Coon Rapids, Iowa
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1
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Cabin
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6
Max Sleeps
The Rookery Cottage is a quiet retreat in the heart of the Middle Raccoon River Valley. Situated on our private acreage, this rustic cottage overlooks a prairie and woodlands. Located next to Whiterock Conservancy, guests can easily access 40+ miles of scenic trails out the back door, or float the nearby river. Then, return to relax by a campfire and stargaze under some of Iowa's darkest skies.
A rookery is a nesting site for herons, a bird that prefers quiet, undisturbed habitat near
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Features
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PETS
3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only -
DINING
Dining Table -
SAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property) -
BEDROOM
1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed -
GENERAL
Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Local Artist Showcase Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Unit Size: 900 Sq Ft (84 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting -
KITCHEN
Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Kitchen Island Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Toaster -
PARKING
Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available -
INTERNET
Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices) -
OUTDOORS
Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio -
BATHROOMS
1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided -
THINGS TO DO
Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayak On Site Pickleball Court Sledding Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Conditioning Heating -
FAMILY FRIENDLY
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LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking
Check-in : 03:00 PM
Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair
No smoking
No pets
Children allowed
Max occupancy : 6
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Billy M.
Submitted Apr 18, 2026
Stayed Apr 10, 2026We chose this cottage as a neutral meeting place between Wyoming and Wisconsin, and it ended up being exactly what we needed. Our trips in were full of delays and late‑night arrivals, but the moment we walked inside, the space felt calm, quiet, and welcoming.The cottage was clean, peaceful, and thoughtfully maintained — the kind of place that lets you slow down and breathe after a long stretch of travel. We didn’t come to check off activities; we came to reconnect and start something new, and this spot gave us the perfect setting to do that.Even though our time was shorter than planned, it became more meaningful than expected. The privacy, the quiet surroundings, and the comfortable space made our stay feel special in a way we didn’t anticipate.We’re grateful for the experience and would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful, grounding place to stay.10/10 we'll be back again.
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David B.
Submitted Apr 2, 2026
Stayed Mar 29, 2026Wonderful place to get away and enjoy God's creation.
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Serenity R.
Submitted Oct 21, 2025
Stayed Oct 17, 2025This was the 2nd time we came here and stayed. The cabin is so nice and the owners are friendly!
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Charlie D.
Submitted Oct 5, 2025
Stayed Oct 3, 2025Clean and pet friendly
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Lori H.
Submitted Jun 9, 2025
Stayed Jun 6, 2025Beautiful property - better than advertised! Our stay was peaceful and quiet, and we loved the owners' access to the hiking trail right though their backyard. The place was spotless, with great water pressure and comfortable bed, and the kitchenette had what we needed so we could stay there and make all our meals. The owners were friendly and very quick to help when we asked a question, but also very much gave us our privacy for our quiet weekend.
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Dustin Z.
Submitted Jun 5, 2025
Stayed May 12, 2025Quiet cabin/property; good hiking trails
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Stephie
Submitted Feb 15, 2025
Stayed Feb 1, 2025my stay at the cottage is exactly what i needed. the quiet of being in the heart of Whiterock Conservancy was a wonderful place to rest, re-set, and rejuvenate. the trails are so close and my dog and i were able to explore quite a few paths.
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Heather P.
Submitted Jan 16, 2025
Stayed Jan 3, 2025Our stay at the Rookery Cottage during our cross country road trip between Colorado and Michigan was the perfect stop over. The kids, pup, and I stretched our legs on the Whiterock Conservancy trails that we got to right from the property. The cottage had the rustic charm and whimsical feel that felt homey and cozy. The kids loved saying hello to all the farm animals. It’s a special place that we plan to return to in the future.
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Kimberly B.
Submitted Oct 6, 2024
Stayed Oct 4, 2024The Rookery was great! The hosts have thought of everything. We didn’t go without a single thing, they had all dishes and appliances you need, board and card games, movies, easy WiFi access and use on the TVs, blankets, chairs, and much more. We arrived on a Friday evening and left Sunday morning. We came prepared with food so we never even had to get back in the car until we left. Perfect stay 10/10 !
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Kyle D.
Submitted Aug 18, 2024
Stayed Aug 15, 2024Great property and location. We had a wonderful time!
