A quiet retreat near downtown IC | House in Iowa City

10.0 (16 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  10 Guests
Twain House | A quiet retreat near downtown IC

5 Bedroom House in Twain, Iowa City

The home of Iowa's Civil war governor Samuel J. Kirkwood. Built in the 1860s but lovingly renovated, this historic home combines comfort, charm, and convenience. An oasis in the heart of Iowa City, this home is near downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa. Amenities include covered front porch (perfect for morning tea/coffee), tall ceilings, handsome wood floors, large updated kitchen with new appliances, spacious living areas with lots of natural light, patio overlooking backyard with fruit trees and plenty of free parking. Walk to the charming bakery just around the corner.

A quiet retreat near downtown IC is located in Twain. A quiet retreat near downtown IC provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

A quiet retreat near downtown IC has 5 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Twain has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Twain, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • 1+ bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • No elevators
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smoke-free property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • 2 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2803 sq ft (260 sq m)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Michael N.
Aug 30, 2025 08:51:06 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful home, nicely decorated with excellent amenities. Modern, well appointed kitchen.
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