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Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Lansing, IA
  • Popular LocationDriftless Area Education and Visitors Center8 min drive
  • Popular LocationClear Creek Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationYellow River State Forest19 min drive

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About the area

Lansing

A family-friendly stay in Lansing awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 8.4 km (5.2 mi) from Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center and 8.5 km (5.3 mi) from Mississippi River. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Lansing holiday home include Clear Creek Park and Mount Hosmer Park.
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What's nearby

  • Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center - 8 min drive
  • Clear Creek Park - 9 min drive
  • Mount Hosmer Park - 10 min drive
  • Immaculate Conception - Wexford Church - 16 min drive
  • Yellow River State Forest - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Safe House Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shep's Riverside Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nutmegs Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Other Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ Hunters Banquet Hall - ‬9 min drive

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

Thornwood is an exclusively private 9 acre estate located in the heart of "God's Country" in Lansing,  Iowa. The Thornwood Estate offers beautiful scenery and provides the best nature-filled escape. It is located just 4 miles from the Mississippi River. This property features 3 separate buildings that can be rented for everyone to enjoy together while allowing for ample spacing. Short walking trails are also located around the property for your enjoyment. The Thornwood Estate would be a great secluded event venue for a small wedding celebration or a family reunion. 
The main house is beautifully appointed with custom oak cabinets and accents with impeccably detailed woodwork. The main house offers 3 spacious master bedrooms, all with gorgeous views of the landscape. 2 separate loft rooms are found on the 3rd floor in the main house that will allow for more beds to compliment your stay. This property is perfectly equipped with everything you need to feel at home during your stay; kitchen pots/pans/utensils, fresh linens, brand-new flat screen TVs in the living area spaces, as well as a washing/drying machine. 
There is also a cabin that is also available to rent, with an additional charge. NOTE: There may be guests also staying at that cabin, at the same time of your stay.

Thornwood cabin is a beautifully wood-crafted space that is easily accessible from the main driveway. This cabin offers a small living area, equipped with a small kitchen, as well as a loft that includes a queen-sized bed. It provides a private space within very close proximity to the main living quarters. 

Property manager

Jane Duehr

Languages

English

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 only
  • 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

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to River Valley Cabin?

The closest beach to River Valley Cabin is Wyalusing Beach (39.3 km).

Does River Valley Cabin have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is River Valley Cabin family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that River Valley Cabin is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Valley Cabin?

No, River Valley Cabin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Valley Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

River Valley Cabin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Alex M., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Makaila D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Tandi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apple fest 2023
No other property compares! Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Exactly as advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Summer Gathering
We totally enjoyed this home as it provided us with a great time to have fun as a family exploring Lansing Iowa. Thanks Jayne for your help in making this experience a very memorable one for the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic long weekend!
We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our family and it was a an amazing experience at The River Valley Cabin! Beautiful scenery, quiet, peaceful...perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness
So good we came back
Faces a beautiful bluff, easily accommodates eight men, and has serene walkable grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

denise k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane E., Fort Atkinson, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Funtastic Family Vacation - House and Cottage
We rented both the house and little cottage for a family vacation. It was perfect with the number of bedrooms and bathrooms! The firepit is perfect for evening around a fire. The house is well stocked, with the two refrigerators, dishes, cooking pans and tools. My grandchildren loved the bedrooms and the games. The house is close to many fun things in Iowa. I cant imaging the view in the fall with all the trees in color. Highly recommend this property and property owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
This property is amazing !! The house is as described and has everything you need for a relaxing get away- even the fireflies showed up for us 😊 We would highly recommend staying here and will hopefully be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iverson H.

Liked: Cleanliness
1st Birthday
Best and perfect place for spending quality time with family. such a beautiful cabin house, with provided needs! my daughter had blast on her special day. hope to go back soon .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Thomas K., Demotte,, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Very Welcoming Cabin
Great place for 8 of us to enjoy our ice fishing trip. Great place for relaxing and enjoying good times. Absolutely beautiful estate for relaxing and enjoying life.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property Near River
Large group of guys for an ice fishing weekend on the Mississippi River. Great space and layout with kitchen and entertaining area on ground floor. Well appointed; worked great for our group. Plenty of parking Communications with owner clear and concise. Will rent again when we come back to Lansing for fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was great for our annual New Year's Eve get together!
The property was accurately described for what we needed to enjoy our time together for NYE. Easy access to Lansing and beautiful drive along the Mississippi River. Can't imagine what it would look like it in the summer/fall. Clean place, great communication with the owner. Enough space to spread out and also enough spaces to isolate if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theodore D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving weekend 2022
This quiet and secluded spot was ideal for our family's long Thanksgiving weekend. There was lots of room to hang out inside and lots of room to play and explore outside. The small town of Lansing has a cute coffee shop, and we had one dinner at a cool place overlooking the Mississippi. The house was very very clean and had everything we could want or need. Five stars for sure. I wouldn't change a thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice secluded stay
Overall clean and well appointed. Has one bed (pullout couch), living room, kitchen/dining area, bathroom (with a shower with a seat), and laundry all on the ground level, allowing some people with limited mobility to stay with us. Getting cars out with people arriving in many vehicles was a little bit of a hassle, but the space well kept and the kitchen was very well stocked in terms of cookware and appliances. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Our family gathered here for a long weekend. Very comfortable and well equipped!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Weekend
Our extended family met for a weekend here and the property was great for us! Good location, beautiful setting. We enjoyed the fire pit and the kitchen had everything we needed to do most of our cooking right there. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Jane was a wonderful host with a beautiful setting within short distance to many activities in the Lansing area. Jane responded to questions quickly and was incredibly hospitable. Would love to rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Reunion Location
This was our best VRBO location to date. We had our family Reunion weekend here and it was perfect! There were 9 of us and 3 dogs and we all had our own space. The owners were very responsive to all my questions and extremely helpful! They even provided fire wood for our campfire! The house was spotless and had all the amenities we hoped for. We cooked all our meals there and had everything we needed. I highly recommend and we would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022