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Walk to River! 'It's A Wonderful Life' Cottage

Entire cottage in Bellevue, IA

5 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.8 · 5 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Unwind on river-view porch with screened patio and fire pit.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Blu-ray, board games, and streaming-ready TV for cozy evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Quiet riverside escape near Bellevue attractions and water access.

Property details

Seasonal Community Pool | Boat Ramp Access | Mississippi River Views

Seeking a quiet riverside getaway to fish, boat, or relax? Look no further! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation is the perfect home base for exploring the hidden gem of Bellevue, Iowa. Check out nearby attractions like Bellevue State Park, Crystal Lake Cave, or the charming town of Dubuque. Then, after a day of fun, enjoy peaceful summer evenings on the screened patio or gather around the fire pit to stargaze.

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bunk bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed

STEP OUTSIDE
- Covered porch, screened-in patio
- Outdoor dining & seating
- Private yard, gas grill
- Wood-burning fire pit (wood not provided)
- River views, walk to water

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV, Blu-ray DVD player
- Fireplace (decorative only)
- Dining table, dishes & flatware
- Board games, CD player, music collection

KITCHEN
- Electric stove, oven, microwave, toaster
- Drip coffee maker, griddle, blender
- Breakfast bar, spices

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary toiletries
- Central heating & air conditioning
- Linens

FAQ
- Towels not provided

ACCESSIBILITY
- 1 step required for access, single-story home

PARKING
- Carport (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (3 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property

Other things to note
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- No tents or RVs permitted on-site
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The single-story property requires 1 step to access
- Towels are not provided at the property. It is recommended that you supply your own
- The fireplace is for decorative purposes only; it is not available for guest use

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed, 2 single Beds

What’s included

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Shared pool

    Shared pool

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Indoor fireplace

    Indoor fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

  • Patio or balcony

    Patio or balcony

Guest reviews

Star icon 4.8 | 5 reviews
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M

Micheal

Excellent

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May 2025

Excellent A+

M

Matthew

Cozy cottage!

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September 2024

My family and I had a great stay at Spruce Haven and would gladly stay again!!

G

gerard

cabin

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September 2023

place was as advertised. Enjoyed our stay

D

Dawn

Wonderful Retreat

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June 2023

Perfect cottage by the Mississippi River with a wonderful view from the screened in sunporch. Spent mornings there with my coffee and watched the sun rise and listened the birds sing their greetings. Could not ask for a better place to unwind.

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 12:00pm

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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