Jewel in the Crown-Fully Restored Mansion For Reunions, Parties & Groups Slps 21

Davenport, Iowa
$739 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 8

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Bath 8

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Sleep 20

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WE OWN 3 PROPERTIES WITHIN 1/2 BLOCK OF EACH OTHER. (Vrbo # 817328 and Vrbo # 398617) The Grande Dame of the Triple Crown is finally finished after 3 years of painstaking renovations and decoration. With her sister mansion Priester House situated next door, you can now host up to 37 adults in both houses (Priester sleeps 16, Koehler sleeps 21 adults). and our Gaines orioerty sleeps 12. In this, our third house, known as the Koehler House and pictured here there are 8 full bedrooms each witha separate en suite bath.

A Queen Anne residence circa 1895 fit for one of the captains of industry of the Gold Coast. Built during the zenith of the neighborhood, the Koehler Mansion was built by Mr. and Mrs. Koehler to be next to their beloved daughter who had married into the Priester family and who lived next door. There is still a stairway connecting the two properties in the back yard. It is fun to imagine the grandchildren of the Koehlers and the Priester given free rein to run and play in both huge houses, watched by their adoring parents, grandparents and household servants.

The Koehler Mansion features a fully appointed kitchen with a fireplace and a large granite island around which to serve and circulate. A cozy breakfast room illuminated by a ship chandelier and the panes of hundreds of pieces of beveled glass. 14 adults can be seated comfortably in the majestic dining room which features a fireplace and seating around the dining table surrounded by a 360 degree scenic mural of the Mississippi River and paddle wheel steamboats.

There is a full walk-through butlers pantry featuring china, glassware and flatware for your use. There are three vintage tin ceilings in the kitchen, master bedroom and east bedroom, a magnificent entry way, and a total of five fireplaces in the house, all are fitted with safe electric log-effect heaters. In the entryway there is a chinese screen-enclosed alcove with a trundle bed for a person wishing to reside on the ground floor.
The circular outdoor porch in the backyard is magnificent and is the crowning focus of the house. The porch overlooks the river with peekaboo views. It overlooks both back yards and is a lovely place to enjoy the sun with its south-facing view that is shaded all day long.

By far the favorite public room in the house is the ladies parlor located just off the dining room decorated in soft blue and featuring its original Murano glass chandelier. Soft muted afternoon light and brilliant sunshine on wintery days make this a cozy gathering place that everyone will love. Every bedroom is decorated with an individual theme.

One the first floor there are the Chinese screened alcove with the trundle bed and a queen sized hide a bed in the ladies parlor. The ladies parlor can be made private by its original pocket doors. On the second floor

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    8 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 5000 Sq Ft (465 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    8.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Not Indoors-discouraged Outdoors-use Receptacles Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 20

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Review Review

  • Amanda D.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 21, 2024

    This house was large enough for our group and provided a great place to stay for the duration of our time in Davenport. We arrived when it was dark and it was a little tricky to get into the house. There were no checkout instructions and that was a little confusing. If you are looking for a large house with lots of bedrooms and bathrooms, this is it. The kitchen was well equipped and we were glad to be able to cook most of our meals there. Cleanliness left a little to be desired and we did see evidence of some critters, but it is a large property and there is a lot to clean!

  • Frank N.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

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  • Patty P.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Poor first impression with the grass not mowed, railings falling down on the back porch steps, and unslightly backyard. Inside the house was furnished beautifully with lots of character. The main TV did not work and when we called the caretaker, there was no response. The freezer was not freezing properly. Despite our concerns, we found the house charming and enjoyed our stay.

  • Mike M.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Very unique home and decor. Was very fun and made for great discussion. If those walls could talk and tell the stories of the 130 year history. Really nice having so many rooms and bathrooms in each. Would stay again and recommend.

  • Anne L.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

    Our class was in town for an all school reunion. It was wonderful to have a separate space to retreat at the end of the day and enjoy our classmates. Thank you so much.

  • Duane S.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    The Jewel worked perfectly for our extended family who were here for a Celebration of Life. We were able to stay together and do our small after service reception.

  • Ann P.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 27, 2024

    We really enjoyed staying in this lovely house. Besides the beautifully restored rooms and period furnishings, the bathrooms and kitchen had all the conveniences. The back porch was especially nice. Communication with the owner was easy, and getting into the property was clearly explained and easy to do. I hope we can stay again in the future.

  • Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    We had nine adult men together for a guys trip. The property really fit this well as everyone had a separate bedroom. The backyard was secluded and an excellent spot to congregate. The surrounding neighborhood didn't have much to offer, but it was a short distance to the downtown restaurants. Very cool house that was well maintained. The only issue we ran into was there isn't central air on the main floor and the window units had a little difficulty keeping up on a 90+ degree day.

  • nicholas f.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    This house was very unique and filled with history. Every day we noticed something different. There is plenty of room for a large family or group. We were 11 adults in town for a golf weekend. The House was perfect for us and we enjoyed lounging in the inside and outside of the property. The immediate neighborhood does not offer a lot but a short drive you can get to many restaurants, golf, casinos, etc. we used VIP transportation to get around to the golf courses and they were great to work with if you need transportation.

  • Mike C.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2024

    Stayed Apr 12, 2024

    Easy instructions for check in but couldn’t find information on what needed to be done for check out such as do we strip the beds (we assumed yes and did so).

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$739+
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