Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

Iowa City, Iowa
$468 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Unbeatable location! The Van Buren is a block from “Dirty” John’s Grocery, the vibrant Northside restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and more! Then it’s just a quick stroll to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Attending a game We're a short drive or a lovely walk to the stadiums.

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities you could need to relax, work, or play!

What you'll enjoy at The Van Buren:

PARKING: Off-street parking is included for up to three mid-sized vehicles. It is single-lane parking, so plan accordingly. Free street parking is also available.

☕️ FRONT PORCH: Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on our wide, welcoming front porch!

️ LIVING ROOM: Relax on the couch or comfy leather chair while you watch the big screen TV equipped with Roku so you can easily log in to your streaming services, all powered with free high-speed wifi.

️ DINING ROOM: Enjoy meals at the dining table (can expand to seat 8) or chat by the bar.

KITCHEN: Everything you'd need to prep and enjoy a meal! Our kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, oven, electric cooktop, pots, pans, plates, glassware, flatware, utensils... you name it! Coffee and tea are always stocked.

BATHROOM #1 (main floor): Tucked in the hallway for privacy and flanked by bedrooms, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo.

️ BEDROOM #1 (main floor, dark purple): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, closet with hangers, and a built-in desk/vanity.

️ BEDROOM #2 (main floor, yellow): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, and closet with hangers.

BATHROOM #2 (second floor): With updated tile floor and shower surround, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo. Just outside the bathroom is a full-length mirror and an additional vanity area, perfect for prepping for a night out.

️ BEDROOM #3 (second floor, white): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, closet with hangers, sitting area, a dresser and vanity mirror with built-in LED lighting.

️ BEDROOM #4 (second floor, blue): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, a dresser, and closet with hangers.

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the main and second floors.

ALLERGIES:
For allergy sufferers, our pillows are down-alternative.

SAFETY and SECURITY:
Ring doorbell cameras are on the property's exterior at the front and back doors.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Caroline

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Loved being so close to downtown - easy walking distance to everything! Clean and well-equipped kitchen and baths, and very well laid out for a comfortable stay for 8. Neighborhood was quite quiet and peaceful, too, for being so close to the hospital and downtown. Would stay there again in a second.

  • meaghan c.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Loved the waters and snacks! Also products in the bathrooms were a plus!

  • Janet L.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    This home was perfect for our football weekend! Every need was met for our party of six. The home was charming, well decorated, and well maintained. The appointments were over the top – bed and bath linens were wonderful. The kitchen was very nicely stocked, including a lovely welcome package. The owners were very easy to communicate with and the location was perfect for our needs. All said, a Five Star Home!

  • Joe M.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Clean, well appointed, and well located.

  • Rick E.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Well maintained and comfortable. Very nice.

  • Cathy D.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    The property was perfect for a family weekend. The bedrooms were comfortable and there was plenty of space to hang out, eat, and play games. The home offered everything we needed. The owners were super easy to communicate with. It’s a quiet street in walking distance to many shops, restaurants

  • M P.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    A small group of friends stayed to attend a couple of local events in celebration of a 40th birthday. The location was perfect, and the house well suited to our needs. Hosts were very responsive!

  • Tim D.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Great house in a perfect location, very well maintained and stocked. Owners were clear and friendly in communication and it made for a perfect family hangout on a Hawkeye football weekend!

  • David S.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    Had a great time and was able to enjoy the IA City experience on foot.

  • Rosie K.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    The home was very clean and decorated wonderfully. Loved the porch swing and the touch lamp in the bedroom. Loved this lovely home ?. Owners sent us the passcode in plenty of time to get in. Thank you!!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$468+
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