Cottage
4.74

Walk to River! 'It's A Wonderful Life' Cottage

Property ID: 349848BellevueIAUS
Sleeps 52 BR1 BA
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Description

Seasonal Community Pool | Boat Ramp Access | Mississippi River Views

Seeking a quiet riverside getaway to fish, boat, or relax? Look no further! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation is the perfect home base for exploring the hidden gem of Bellevue, Iowa. Check out nearby attractions like Bellevue State Park, Crystal Lake Cave, or the charming town of Dubuque. Then, after a day of fun, enjoy peaceful summer evenings on the screened patio or gather around the fire pit to stargaze.

Amenities

  • Community Pool
  • Free Parking
  • Central Heating
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Essentials
  • Wireless Internet (WIFI)
  • Kitchen

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Location Details

- Walk to Spruce Creek Park, Mississippi River & community boat ramp

- 4 miles to Bellevue State Park

- 16-18 miles to Crystal Lake Cave & Mines of Spain

- 21 miles to National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

- 29-31 miles to Maquoketa Caves State Park & Mississippi Palisades State Park

- 20 miles to Dubuque Regional Airport & 160 miles to O'Hare International Airport

Reviews

4.74
23 reviews
  • Anniversary

    5/5

    Amazing little place wish had more time to explore the area. Beautiful area. ❤️

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Mike
    Published October 13, 2024
  • Cozy cottage!

    5/5

    My family and I had a great stay at Spruce Haven and would gladly stay again!!

    Matthew
    Published October 2, 2024
  • One of our favorite places to stay!

    5/5

    Charming little cottage in a great location. A true time capsule with tons to do in walking/biking distance. A good place to stay if traveling with a boat because of parking.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Meredith
    Published July 22, 2024
  • Clean

    3/5

    Both good and not so good. It was clean and near the water. The area is very pretty nearby.I had googled Galena cottages and this cottage came up. I saw that it was 9 minutes away but I later found out that that is by boat. In a car this is 45 minutes from Galena. Upsetting if Galena is why you came and you don't know the area. Also this is in a sort of campground. Finding the driveway in the dark was quite difficult. The season probably makes a difference...we came in the fall. Everything inside is very old. This can be charming to certain people but I wish I had known that a lot of the outlets where made for only 2 prongs. There isn't very many outlets and the bedroom with the bunk beds doesn't have any near the head of the bed. The bunk beds by the way has a shower curtain rod as the railing for the top bunk and is in the closet and the dresser drawers are full so other than a few hooks on the wall don't expect to hang or put away clothes. The mattress in this room was very difficult to sleep on because it has a big dent in the middle and we could not get comfortable and had achy backs in the morning. There is a lot of signs around like no hot plates on the table. Nothing mean but a lot of them it made me feel like I couldn't relax. If you are wanting to sit around the fire outside you should know to bring your own chairs.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Robert
    Published November 20, 2023
    Manager's Response:

    Hi Robert, we take guest feedback seriously and passed your comments on to the homeowner who would like to share the following:
    - We strive to provide our guests with a great guest experience, so we were disappointed to hear your feedback and want to take a moment to address your concerns.
    - In regard to your concerns with the location of the property, we include a map on our listing so guests can see the approximate location of our home prior to booking. We have found Google Maps very accurate with directions that will take you directly to the cottage. Parking access is available on both north and south roadways.
    - We would like to clarify that our cottage is a charming 1960s property.
    Regarding the outlets, in the kitchen peninsula, there are noticeable grounded outlets as well as near the microwave. Additionally, outlets are located in the wall at the top and side of each of the queen/double beds. - The top bunk bed is labeled, making it clear that it is recommended for guests aged 12 and above to sleep there.
    We provide adequate storage options for luggage, including dressers with spare bedding, a hanging rod under the top bunk, and additional hanging space near the bathroom.
    - While we try to accommodate all guests' comfort, we're sorry the mattress didn't meet your preferences.
    - It was never our intention to make you feel you could not relax. For our guest's convenience, we have placed instructional signs strategically throughout the cottage to provide guidance for the optimal use of amenities. We have also ensured that there are ample campfire chairs available in various locations around the property, including the carport and screen porch, for our guests' enjoyment. The pictures and descriptions in our listing aim to depict the unique charm and features of our cottage accurately.
    We do all we can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests.

  • layover

    5/5

    good place for us

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    gerard
    Published October 4, 2023
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