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River Valley Cabin

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled in the heart of Iowa's countryside, Thornwood Estate offers a serene escape with beautiful scenery and walking trails. Enjoy the spacious master bedrooms with gorgeous views, loft rooms for extra comfort, kitchen amenities like pots/pans/utensils and brand-new flat screen TVs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

River Valley Cabin

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has an arcade/games room and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside. Please clean up.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The 3rd floor has a complete gaming system and TV.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside. Please clean up.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

River Valley Cabin Lansing
River Valley Cabin Private vacation home
River Valley Cabin Private vacation home Lansing

About the area

Located in Lansing, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Museum of River History, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Lansing Wildlife Management Area. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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What's nearby

  • Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Clear Creek Park - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Museum of River History - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Lansing City Hall - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Mount Hosmer Park - 9 min drive - 10.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Safe House Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coffee On The River - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shep's Riverside Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ Hunters Banquet Hall - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at River Valley Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Valley Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Valley Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Valley Cabin located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center, Mississippi River, and Clear Creek Park. Mount Hosmer Park and Museum of River History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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River Valley Cabin Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig Hang

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I want to thank Jane & John for hosting my friends and family. This place is spacious, clean, and warming. The scenery is awesome as well. The check in to the check out process was smooth. Everything was accommodated well and Jane is responsive! I recommend this place to anyone who is staying in the area with a bigger party.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Hosts!

An excellent property and very friendly/helpful hosts who went out of their way to make our stay the best it could be. The fire pit area was wonderful and relaxing. Would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Amazing location. Gracious and helpful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas

This is the 2nd year we have stayed at this property for our family Christmas. There are plenty of rooms and beds for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Trip!

This was a perfect place for our family Fall trip! It was peaceful and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. So many things to do in Lansing and surrounding towns. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Weekend Getaway

Lovely property. Lots of room for activities. Nicely isolated yet close enough for a run into town to restock.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Beautiful relaxing property. Clean and plenty of space. Owner was quick to respond and was really friendly. Had great suggestions for fishing spots. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We stayed at Jane and John’s place for my parents 50th. We really enjoyed the house! Plenty of room for our group of 11. Owners were very helpful and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay. Would highly recommend to bigger groups wanting to explore the Mississippi River and surrounding area!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TOM K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Everything was exactly as described. Beautiful house and beautiful views. If there were 100 stars for communication with the owner, Jane would get 100 everytime. We would definitely stay again. Alreadplann
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a blast

Worked out perfect for our family. Very nice ! Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Color weekend in Allamakee County

Great location for family trips to Decorah Dunning Springs Park, Luster Heights trails of Yellow River State Forest, and Mt Hosmer in Lansing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gracie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best places we have ever stayed at

If you are looking for a family get away or a place to meet up with friends for the weekend, this is the place! The owners were so accommodating to everyone and they were so easy to get ahold of! The house had everything you'd possibly need and the fire pit was AMAZING! We couldn't recommend this place enough. Such an amazing experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousins Weekend

This was a great place for us to have our cousins weekend! The cottage was a great size for our group, we had plenty of room. Definitely could host a large family or friends weekend. We enjoyed the dry creek bed and the surrounding paths. Only thing I wpuld suggest is a step stool for us short people. Highly recommend a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alex M., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean fun stay

Really liked this place and property. Plenty of beds for everyone and well equipped kitchen. Clean and lots of bedding and blankets. Only small challenge was a slow dishwasher and the request to have all dishes clean dry and put away before checkout. Would prefer to start a dishwasher load just before checking out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for multi-family gathering

We had a group of 10 adults and 1 teenager and it was the perfect house for our gathering. The house is 3 floors with plenty of beds and rooms for all of us. There was an area on the third floor for the young adults to play games. The house was spotless and had everything we could need. I would highly recommend this house for large family gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Makaila D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jensen Wedding/ Family Reunion 2023

We had a little backyard family get-together/small wedding and the cabin was perfect! Large enough to hold our family plus some more family who rented out the small cabin on the property and a camper! We had enough room to put a tent up for our reception and plenty of room for parking! We will definitely being coming back, we couldn't of asked for a better place or better owners, Jane and her husband are lovely people and so easy to get along with and who went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we could of possibly needed. Honestly, I still can't get over how perfect this weekend was!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right!

My group of friends began camping together 30 years ago and this was our first rental property Labor Day weekend. The house is beautiful and very well laid out, with kitchen and gather spaces down stairs. The two teens loved the game room. Fire pit area was well stocked with wood and is large enough for group gathering. Short trails on the property lead from the house and cabin to the fire pit and are well maintained. It was a HOT weekend and we didn't have time to enjoy the beautiful deck but hope to on another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
6 friends for a weekend away playing cards, board games, a little shopping and food!! The property was well kept, secluded, clean and lots of nature!!
Great food and atmosophere!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and setting! Met all our needs!Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting close to Lansing

We had a great stay- plenty of room, beautiful home and area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the cleanest VRBOs we have ever stayed in!! Plenty of room for everyone. The little ones loved the large front yard and we could watch them from the balcony porch. The loft space was their favorite spot! Lots of things to do in the surrounding towns. We LOVED this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was a great place for our annual trout hunt

Location and accommodation s were perfect for our group
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and enjoyable layout

A large group of us stayed here for 1 night and enjoyed the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

k o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot!

We rented the property to host an anniversary dinner and have a space for friends and family to gather. We couldn't have been happier. The property is beautiful, well maintained and easy to access. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittani M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The large cabin is beautiful! Bathroom on every floor definitely was a plus. Only thing we will do differently in the future is renting the cottage as well lol be nice for the grand parents on a family reunion to have a place to step away from the grandkids! 10/10 would recommend and will use again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025