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The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wellman, IA
  • Place, Kalona Historical Village
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinnick Stadium
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

Wellman

When you stay at this vacation home in Wellman, you'll be 12 minutes by car from Kalona Historical Village. .This vacation home is 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from University of Iowa and 24 mi (38.7 km) from University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.
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What's nearby

  • Kalona Historical Village - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 32 min drive - 35.1 km
  • University of Iowa - 40 min drive - 49.5 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 42 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 42 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Well - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪DJ's Casual Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Amigos Taqueria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stone Wall Brick Oven Pizza - ‬12 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.

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

All the comforts of home…..One bedroom shanty with the ability to sleep six plus one on the couch. Refrigerator and cupboards are stocked with breakfast staples and variety of snacks. Fully equipped kitchen including basic cookware. Bathroom with shower. Washer and dryer. Linens provided. No internet but there is a dvd player and a variety of movies. TV gets local stations. Located 30 minutes SW of Iowa City. Variety of attractions and things to do within an hour drive. Kalona historic/shopping, Riverside Casino, Amana Colonies, Iowa City, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Stead’s Children Hospital. Coral Ridge mall, the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk….., English River Wildlife Area offers hunting and non hunting activities. https://washingtoncounty.iowa.gov/facilities/facility/details/English-River-Wildlife-Area-7
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and a playground. Amenities include a video library.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please wash up any dishes. You can just leave them to air dry. I will put away.
Check for runaway socks. They are the most commonly left behind item. Blanket/pillow is the second.
Pull the door closed behind you and travel safely. Love Auntie

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: Ask for special accommodations

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Max guests dependent on planned use of space.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Reviews

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉 Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time staying at The Shanty. We had a very nice time. The house was very clean and quiet. We will be back. Love that it is pet friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly host
Stayed 22 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald S., White Lake, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication before, during and after our stay. An abundance of snacks and food available to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Do not miss out staying here at the Aunties Shanty. I felt like I was at home with every thing I needed. The shower is great and the bed is comfy. It’s clean and the hosts are just fabulous. I will be back.
Bathroom
Shower
Kitchen
Living room with plenty of sleeping room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jennifer had our lil welcome package all complete. Nice stay for a lil shanty! Thanks a mint
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra c.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Shanty

Wonderful place to stay. Everything was nice and quiet. This was exactly what we needed for a short stay and wonderful price. We really appreciated all the little extras around. If you needed anything this place had it.Loved it and will definitely stay next time we need a place in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recommended

We had a very nice stay. Incredibly stocked and it was cozy and easy. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and provided several comforts. I hope to stay here next January every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lechance S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house

More amenities than the Hilton, I enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bob O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

It was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Quiet area of town. The home had everything and more. Nice place to get away from reality!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Ames, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Getaway…

Our son was cast in a play at Iowa on a game weekend. Hotels were booked or ridiculously expensive. We found the Auntie Shanty on VRBO and couldn’t be happier. It was just 30 minutes from Iowa City and allowed us to see the show multiple without breaking the bank. The house was very clean. To say that Hennifer went above and beyond would be and understatement.Every possible need was My wife commented that this was
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Shanty

We felt right at home. All the comforts of home. Very clean and cute. Nice and quiet area. We hope to be able to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H., Omaha, NE

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaintness Galore

Such a fun and quaint stay with some teens for a volleyball tournament. Met our needs perfectly and the snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 STARS!!

We love Aunties Shanty! The pups approved too. Cute, comfortable house with everything you need - like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful host! Gave great suggestions, very easy to work with, generous snacks and goodies, very very clean and homey! Made us feel at home! Host goes above and beyond! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Cute place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable stay

Cute place and was a comfortable stay for our family while traveling through the area. Lots of little touches that made it extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K., Brighton,TN

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved Aunties Shanty

Everything was clean and was a nice break for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

NiCole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister getaway

We arrived Saturday morning after some shopping and linch at the Foundry. Our host was generous to let us in early as we planned for only one day. House was decorated cute and had a fire pit setup. Neighbors were all really nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much better than the shanties I'm familiar with. Clean and filled with amenities. It was comfortable and quiet. All the provisions and snacks were a wonderful touch. Excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Wellman Iowa

The host, Jennifer really prepared for our visit. Fresh flowers in kitchen with food items in cupboards and refrigerator was so nice to have. A great selection of of coffees and hot chocolate was greatly appreciated. House was very clean and well organized. Even a bowl of candy! We would have liked to have cable tv and wifi. Not having wifi made it difficult to do any task on computers. Overall our visit was really good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place that had everything we needed! The snacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024