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Historic1846 Church/Amish Country/Van Buren County (#31056)

Keosauqua, Iowa
 

Description of the Keosauqua vacation cottage rental

AMISH Country. Escape to Van Buren County Iowa where history is rich, the people friendly and the country beautiful. Stay in this country church built in 1846 within walking distance to a 1700 acre state park, and home of early Indian tribes, on the shores of the Des Moines River. Hiking, canoeing, fishing, horsebackriding, birdwatching, antique shops and artisan communities all within easy access. It is not unusual to pass an Amish horse cart on the roadway in this part of the country. Perfect retreat for Artists, Photographers, Nature Lovers and Historians.

A beautiful hour and a half drive to Hannibal Missouri on the Mississippi, home of Mark Twain. On the Mormon trail and an hour drive from Nauvoo, Illinois. Fairfield 25 minutes north - home of the Maharishi University, Vedic City and the Raj Health Spa a peaceful unique blend of small college town and agriculture.

Airports in St Louis, MO and Cedar Rapids, IA are a two hour drive away, a day trip from Chicago.

Area Description

Visit quaint neighboring villages nestled in green hills against the Des Moines River - don't miss Bonaparte and Bentonsport and take day trips to the Amana historic colony north, Nauvoo Living History center east, or experience a unique Mississippi River city lifestyle and food at Burlington an hour away, or Hannibal, MO. Keosauqua's Lacey State Park is an impeccably beautiful 1700 acres on the Des Moines River. Check out the Van Buren County link for local year round fairs and events.

Vacation Rental Amenities
Features
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Parking
  • Porch
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio
  • Wood Stove
  • Kitchenette

Appliances
  • Ceiling Fan
  • DVD Player
  • Toaster
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Microwave
  • TV (Antenna)
  • Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator (Mini)

Activities
  • Boating (<1 mile)
  • Golf (1 mile)
  • Playground (1 mile)
  • Canoeing (<1 mile)
  • Kayaking (1 mile)
  • Restaurant (1 mile)
  • Fishing (<1 mile)
  • Lake (1 mile)
  • Shopping Area (4 miles)
  • Grocery Store (<1 mile)
  • Park (1 mile)
  • Horseback Riding (6 miles)
  • Hiking (<1 mile)
 
 
Other Vacation Rental Amenities

In the heart of beautiful and historic Van Buren County. On the historic Mormon Trail.

Vacation Rental Policies
  • Payment Options: PayPal, Personal Check
     
  • Required Stay: 48 hrs
     
  • Deposits: 50% due at time of reservation. Balance due 10 days advance of stay.
     
  • Other Fees: Credit Cards accepted via paypal account.
     

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Last updated: June 12, 2009
This vacation rental has been listed since September 3, 2007
 
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Summary of Keosauqua Vacation Rental

  • Type: Cottage
  • Floors: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Pets: No
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Smoking: No
  • Sleeps: 2
  • Airport:
    Cedar Rapids, IA | 110 min.
 
Vacation Rental Rates
Start End Midweek
per night
Weekend
per night
Weekly Monthly
01/01/09
12/31/09
$ 75
$ 75
$ 300
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