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Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Interior
1 bedroom, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 431 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Lacona, IA
  • Place, Lake Ahquabi State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Simpson College
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Des Moines Metro Opera
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪52 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.

Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa

Turn off your phone and unwind on the porch with a beverage while watching birds and distant grazing cattle. Mulberry Cottage Farm Stay has a pond view and is situated on a 200-acre working cattle ranch and is divided by a wading creek and hiking trails. You are shaded by Mulberry and Osage Orange trees, home to frequent birdlife. We love the solitude and rest here on the farm while still enjoying a short drive to town. Fresh sourdough bread with Mulberry preserves, and farm fresh eggs are provided for your breakfast.

Experience where your food comes from by visiting our farm store, gathering eggs, or tasting vegetables out of the garden. Your eyes will be opened to our sustainable practices and how agriculture related activities can be fun and rewarding. Pitch hay, try pond fishing, call the cows, view wildlife, or attend the Indianola Farmers Market. You can watch how farmers and ranchers conduct daily animal husbandry and steward the land and surrounding environment. Consider visiting us as you cycle across the great state of Iowa during the 2024 https://ragbrai.com/. Be reminded that this is a working farm/ ranch where lanes and driveways are dirt and gravel and surfaces may be uneven.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio and fridges
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 12.7 miles (20.4 km) from Lake Ahquabi State Park and 16.9 miles (27.2 km) from Simpson College
As a guest of Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lacona cottage.

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 336 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

We ask that you wash dishes and cooking utensils. You may leave them to drip dry.

Trash collection in an atv trailer at the main house. Drop sac into the trailer on your way out.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that 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
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.

Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great tiny house in quiet rural setting

Perfect set up for small family or friends. Near a beautiful field of wildflowers with little perks thrown in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet peaceful country setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Farm Cottage

Mary Lynne had amazing communication with us from the moment we booked. It’s a super cute little cottage and they had delicious mulberry jam! We had to cut our trip short so we weren’t able to see everything but they have a beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the cottage...very clean and cute...the road getting back to it needs a little clean up...smoother...we drove our Dodge Challenger...we ended up bottoming out...we drove my brothers car back that night so that was fine...and just one more thing, but not a big deal...need to have a few more outlets or extention cords available. We love it tho and I will be back sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet stay

Great quiet atmosphere. Nice place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded and quiet get away.

This is the perfect place to unwind and unplug from the daily grind. It was wonderful to catch up on life while not having the busyness all around you. We loved our stay and will be back again. Also the sourdough bread was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Getaway

Was a nice little getaway for my husband and I.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

So sweet!

Mulberry cottage is the sweetest little cabin - perfect for unplugging, unwinding and enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023