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Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3186 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Keokuk, IA
- Lock and Dam No. 19Place, Lock and Dam No. 195 min walk
- River City MallPlace, River City Mall6 min walk
- Keokuk Hamilton Dam MuseumPlace, Keokuk Hamilton Dam Museum6 min walk
- Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)Airport, Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)49 min drive
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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.
Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly
This Historic Box Cottage was relocated from Ft. Madison to this property in 1848 by John Box, it was brought down by Barge. Its construction is Brick. it has a nice size front room and spacious eat in kitchen. and a front porch that is enclosed. 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. It was here even before the Johnstone Mansion which graces the rest of the property.
The shared yard is very large and would be great for Events such as Weddings and family reunions.The Cottage has a very steep staircase so upstairs is not handicap friendly. But we can place a bed or two downstairs to accommodate all. We love pets and children and in process of making area for them to enjoy Keokuk with you.
The shared yard is very large and would be great for Events such as Weddings and family reunions.The Cottage has a very steep staircase so upstairs is not handicap friendly. But we can place a bed or two downstairs to accommodate all. We love pets and children and in process of making area for them to enjoy Keokuk with you.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Mississippi River. Enjoy features like a water park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
- Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 2 bathrooms and living room
- Free WiFi
- Splash around at the water park
- On-site recreation includes a playground
- Steps from Mississippi River and 3 minutes on foot from Samuel F Miller House Museum
Historic Box Cottage Box's Folly offers its guests a water park.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Porch/lanai
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Please no smoking in our home
Location highlights
- In a village
- In the city centre
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Minimum check-in age - 18
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
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.
- Note from host: pets welcome but please be careful with our home
Children and extra beds
- This property does not allow children.
- Note from host: We love children but please be careful.
Events
Events allowed
Please be respectful and responsible.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking in our home
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: Please be respectful and responsible.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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