G’s Home Away From Home

Iowa City, Iowa
$336 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Remodeled, 1960’s, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, nice deck. Guests will enjoy an attached 1 car garage and spacious backyard. Easy to find on the North Side of Iowa City less than a mile from I-80. Short drive to Hawkeye entertainment events and hospitals. Nestled in a friendly quiet neighborhood that provides for all your needs. Grocery store, gas stations, coffee shops, restaurants and park all nearby. Great spot for the traveler on the go.

Bedrooms are average sized as was the style in the 60’s. There are 2 queen beds and 1 full bed. Plenty of closet space for hanging clothes or storage. Clock radios, lamps, nightlights and charging stations in each bedroom. One 65” television in the living room and a smaller one in the large bedroom. LED lighted ceiling fans throughout. New appliances. Laundry room. Real hardwood floors in bedrooms. Tiled showers, keyless front entry as well as garage door keypad. 1 1/2 baths are on the main level. The other bathroom is in the basement. It is newly installed and private but the basement itself is not finished. Huge driveway for plenty of off street parking. Garage was built for 1960’s sized cars, so it is a bit short for large vehicles. Front yard is a great place to throw football or play any sport you wish. Overall I think you’ll be hard pressed to find another house this old in such great condition.

You will have access to most of the house and 1 stall of the 3 car garage. Basement is unfinished and I store a lot of cleaning and work supplies in a locked storage room. I put things up and out of the way, but kids are smart be aware of them if playing in the basement. There is a door going to the basement that can be closed and locked if you need.

I live just a few blocks away. As long as I’m around I can be there quickly if there’s a problem. Also have smart locks that I can open doors if you forget the code.

Nice middle class neighborhood. A mixture of all ages but mostly people in their 30’s and 40’s working hard and raising good kids.

Nice Quiet neighborhood. Safe to walk around and enjoy the fresh air. Parking on the street is allowed but not necessary because we have a huge driveway. Easily parks 4 cars

We have a ring doorbell at the front door, a ring camera outside by the garage, and one in the backyard for security reasons. There are no cameras or listening devices inside of the house.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) 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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Shower
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring 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 Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Anna

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    This such an amazing place to stay. It is very clean and we saw deer and chipmunks in the back yard. We would definitely stay there again.

  • Scott

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    One of the best houses we've stayed in! We travel a lot for work. So comfortable, welcoming and the host has thought of every little detail. Highly recommend!

  • Lisa

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    We stayed in this house for a wedding. It was perfect for my 2 sisters and our spouses!

  • Steve W.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2026

    Stayed Apr 15, 2026

    We enjoyed a nice four day stay. The property is very clean with comfortable beds and a nice deck for relaxing outside.

  • Nicole T.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2026

    Stayed Mar 19, 2026

    This property was so comfortable and had all the amenities we could ask for. The garage was open for parking, the yard was big for the kids to play, and fenced for the dog, there were dog friendly items, a fully stocked kitchen, linens were comfortable and plentiful, bathrooms were gorgeous, laundry was a plus! Would highly recommend!

  • Chris F.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2026

    Stayed Mar 11, 2026

    Exceptional stay. The home was incredibly clean, check in was seamless, and the hosts were thoughtful and courteous. We will be back!

  • Keith S.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 26, 2026

    Very nice house in a perfect location on a quiet street. We definitely plan on staying there again!

  • Steven J.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2026

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    Great place!

  • Kristin E.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2026

    Stayed Jan 31, 2026

    The house was perfect and the host was so accommodating

  • Ryan M.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2026

    Stayed Jan 10, 2026

    Host was very welcoming, lot of amenities and supplies provided.

  • Steven W.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Very sweet and comfortable home. Even had a tree up! I would love to stay here again. Clean and nice location. Especially enjoyed the kitchen area and coffee bar!

  • Olga J.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    The house was perfect for all our needs. It was comfortable, well equipped, and the host was very attentive.

  • Terri L.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Dec 1, 2025

    The house was perfect! We will try to stay here whenever we go to Iowa.

  • Kelly H.

    Submitted Nov 21, 2025

    Stayed Nov 16, 2025

    Karen and Kevin are wonderful hosts! The house was clean and very comfortable! I loved being able to park my car in the garage, like home! I would definitely stay here again!!

  • Ashley R.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    We had a fabulous time at this home! Location, clean house, quiet neighborhood and quick & responsive communication with the host. Bonus: having access to the garage(which will be great during the cold months) We will definitely stay here again. Ty!!

  • Laura R.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Perfect for a Hawkeye football weekend. Comfortable home for a family. Clean.

  • Claudia S.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Very nice property. Clean and comfortable. The kitchen is great. Hosts were very responsive!

  • Diana L.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    Karen is a wonderful host! She communicates everything clearly and is responsive to questions. Her hospitality is above and beyond, and she is very thoughtful and attentive to the needs of her guests. We will try to stay again and highly recommend this property!

  • David S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Came to Iowa City with friends and family to visit our daughter at the University and see a football game. We could not have picked a better place. First the communication with the host was great. So easy to check in and not a lot asked for check out. Very clean. Everything looks new. Lot of inside space and a awesome fenced in back yard. Nice quiet neighborhood. And the location was perfect. Short drive to the campus and football stadium. Even a grocery store at the end of the street. Can't wait to come back.

  • Yvonne C.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Excellent host and amenities, this truly felt like a home away from home! The open floor plan was perfect for family time and food. We were so grateful for the cleanliness, state-of-the-art appliances, toiletries, comfy bedrooms, and even the board games! Just far enough out of the hustle and bustle of Iowa City, and just close enough to go out for a fun dinner downtown! With a Hyvee literally right next door! We enjoyed mornings and evenings outside in the backyard and spotting deer on our walks around the neighborhood! Highly recommend this cozy home. We loved our weeklong stay here to help our girls move postgrad. We are grateful to have made some of our last memories in Iowa City as a family in this home!

  • Laura R.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about this property and its owners. Beautiful home, beautiful neighborhood, lots of peace and quiet. Owner Karen really went all out to make sure our stay was peaceful and comfortable. I especially loved the kitchen (equipped with high-tech equipment), which opened up to the living room, creating an open and spacious place to just hang out. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our little dog, as well. I wish I had taken more pictures, as it was really lovely!It truly was our oasis in the middle of a very chaotic family reunion!

  • Shana O.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We were there for a short time, but loved the property! Very clean, with nice amenities including a coffee bar. Lots of outdoor space! Host was very responsive and friendly!

  • stu c.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    My son, daughter-in-law and 2y/o grandson were coming to Iowa City for my late wife's celebration of life. My home a/c went kaput in the midst of Iowa heat/humidity, so I needed to find someplace cool for them to stay. This property fit the cool description literally and figuratively...wonderful a/c and a beautiful home. Everything seemed newish, clean and well. maintained. Large yard in a quiet neighborhood. Close to just about everything in the IC area. Responsive owner, easy check-in. Worth the price. A true 10/10

  • Lori F.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    A very comfortable house in a lovely neighborhood

  • Dana A.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    My family and I needed a place to stay for Freshman Orientation at IU and found this sweet home. We were also traveling with our young dog. It was perfect! The neighborhood was great and very walkable. The accommodations were very clean - and easy to find everything we needed. There's a fenced in side yard perfect for our dog to run around while we sat with a cup of coffee in the mornings. It was just a 7-minute drive to anything we needed to do on campus. We'll definitely be staying here again - over the next four years our son goes to school here!

  • Noah M.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Very convenient location and a clean property

  • Laura K.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We had such a great time celebrating our graduate. It was nice for all of us to be together and enjoy quality time. Everything we needed was available and having Hyvee around the corner made it so much easier. Sad that after 4years we found this place. We definitely will stay again when coming back for a visit. Forgot to mention that our fur babies especially enjoyed the enclosed fenced yard. T

  • Ryan D.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 9, 2025

    Karen was a fantastic host! I booked this stay for business colleagues traveling with their infant and grandmother, and she went above and beyond to accommodate them. She graciously allowed an early check-in to align with the baby’s nap schedule, making their arrival much smoother. Karen was professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!

  • Jeanne K.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    Perfect location for our purpose and they even had a Christmas tree for us!

  • Michael T.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    Had a great stay in this clean and quiet house.

  • Angie H.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Very cute and clean house! Would stay again! 3rd bed can sleep 2 people.

  • Wendy N.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Our family booked a long weekend for my husband’s 50th birthday celebration. One of our daughters is a student at University of Iowa and it also happened to be their homecoming weekend. So we had plenty of activities to do in town, went to the parade and football game!! Also did an official college visit with our high school junior, she loved it!! The home was beautiful, super clean and had everything we needed!! High end finishes, gorgeous kitchen, thoughtful touches by the host such as coffee/creamer and complimentary apple cider shots. Yum! Lovely neighborhood, close by the University and plenty of shops and restaurants! Look forward to staying again in the future!!

  • Dawn Z.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    We met family for an overnight - all as hoped. Three bedrooms - 2 Queens plus one full/double bed. Lots of bathroom space. Great game-playing and eating table. Perfect for our needs! Thank you to our generous host!

  • Stacie B.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    We stayed while visiting our niece at the University of Iowa. There were 6 of us and the house was a perfect setting for our overnight trip. Easy to get to, in a nice neighborhood and super clean home. We had everything we needed at the house. Amenities were great! It was so nice being able to all stay together vs multiple over priced hotel rooms. Highly recommend this home to anyone staying in Iowa city.

  • Annie F.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    Very comfortable & cute place. Our hosts were very responsive & easy to deal with. Location was great. Highly recommend!

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$312+
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