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Enjoy a taste of local culture with Iowa vacation rentals

Located in the Midwestern United States, Iowa is a great state for vacationing. It's also a top spot for water lovers, as it is located between the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. You can enjoy several outdoor activities in Iowa, such as boating, camping, hiking, canoeing, and sailing. Some of the most popular hiking trails include the Great River Road and the Lewis and Clark Trail.

When you are searching for accommodation in Iowa, consider taking a cozy vacation home. There are various different types of vacation rentals in Iowa, from log cabins and bungalows to luxury condos and even houseboats. Vacation homes are available in different sizes, ranging from lodgings fit for solo travelers right up to five-bedroom bungalows for the entire family.

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Apartment Ames
Feb 3 - Feb 10
-26%
$198
$147 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Beautiful Apartment in Ames with Outdoor Pool
Ames, Story County, Iowa
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Cabin Lansing
Dec 23 - Dec 30
$140 per night
Cabin ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Cabin in Lansing with Grill
4.9
Outstanding (105 ratings)
Lansing, Allamakee County, Iowa
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House Independence
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$291 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
House in Independence with Grill
4.9
Outstanding (38 ratings)
Independence, Sumner, Iowa
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House Nashua
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$647 per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Pleasant House in Nashua with Grill & Yard + Lake Views
5.0
Outstanding (19 ratings)
Nashua, Bradford, Iowa
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Recommended Vacation Rentals in Iowa

Find your perfect vacation rental in Iowa: from $87 per night

House West Des Moines
$129 per night
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Nice House in West Des Moines with Pool + Scenic View
5.0
Outstanding (4 ratings)
West Des Moines, Dallas County, Iowa
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Cabin Norwalk
$612 per night
Cabin ∙ 16 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms
Cabin in Norwalk with Grill & Yard
4.9
Outstanding (25 ratings)
Norwalk, Greenfield, Iowa
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House Nashua
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$420 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Vacation Home in Nashua with Grill & Yard
4.9
Outstanding (209 ratings)
Nashua, Bradford, Iowa
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House Cedar Falls
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$600 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Cedar Falls with Yard + River Views
5.0
Outstanding (6 ratings)
Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, Iowa
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House Lake View
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$259 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Lovely House in Lake View with Double Garage + Lake View
5.0
Outstanding (35 ratings)
Lake View, Wall Lake, Iowa
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Condo Emmetsburg
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$306 per night
Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Beautiful Condo in Emmetsburg with Outside Patio + Gorgeous Views
5.0
Outstanding (93 ratings)
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto County, Iowa
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Cabin Coon Rapids
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$161 per night
Cabin ∙ 6 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Cabin in Coon Rapids with Vegetable Garden
5.0
Outstanding (68 ratings)
Coon Rapids, Orange, Iowa
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Cabin Iowa Falls
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$231 per night
Cabin ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Cabin in Iowa Falls with Grill & Yard + Excellent Views
4.9
Outstanding (41 ratings)
Iowa Falls, Hardin, Iowa
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Cabin Dorchester
$308 per night
Cabin ∙ 16 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms
Nice Cabin in Dorchester with Nice Patio
5.0
Outstanding (4 ratings)
Dorchester, Waterloo, Iowa
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Budget-friendly Rentals in Iowa

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Cabin Waterville
$159 per night
Cabin ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Cabin in Waterville with Grill & Yard
4.8
Outstanding (10 ratings)
Waterville, Paint Creek, Iowa
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House Guttenberg
$257 per night
House ∙ 17 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Guttenberg with Yard & Grill + Amazing Views
4.9
Outstanding (153 ratings)
Guttenberg, Jefferson, Iowa
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House Clarion
$219 per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Clarion with Yard & Grill
5.0
Outstanding (21 ratings)
Clarion, Lake, Iowa
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Vacation rentals with a fireplace

Get warm and cozy on cold winter nights in Iowa by booking a vacation home with a fireplace.

House Fertile
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$173 per night
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Lovely Vacation Home in Fertile with Grill
5.0
Outstanding (17 ratings)
Fertile, Worth County, Iowa
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Condo Decorah
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$183 per night
Condo ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Condo in Decorah with Ample Parking + Garden View
4.9
Outstanding (150 ratings)
Decorah, Winneshiek County, Iowa
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House Decorah
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$210 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Decorah with Yard
4.9
Outstanding (98 ratings)
Decorah, Winneshiek County, Iowa
Fireplace
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Vacation homes and cottages with a garden

Looking for vacation homes with a little extra outdoor space? Check out these accommodations in Iowa with private yards.

House Adel
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$1,030 per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms
Beautiful Vacation Home in Adel with Indoor Pool
5.0
Outstanding (24 ratings)
Adel, Dallas County, Iowa
Yard
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House Lake View
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$272 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Charming House in Lake View with Yard & Grill + Lake View
5.0
Outstanding (19 ratings)
Lake View, Wall Lake, Iowa
Yard
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Cabin Penn
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$878 per night
Cabin ∙ 8 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Cabin in Penn with Wood-Burning Fireplace + Offer Views
4.9
Outstanding (34 ratings)
Penn, North Liberty, Iowa
Yard
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Apartments and vacation rentals with a kitchen

Cook up a feast on your next vacation and book a Iowa rental with full kitchen.

Apartment Council Bluffs
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$167 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Beautiful Apartment in Council Bluffs
4.9
Outstanding (43 ratings)
Council Bluffs, Lewis, Iowa
Kitchen
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House Oakhill Jackson
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$324 per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Oakhill Jackson with Grill & Yard
5.0
Outstanding (94 ratings)
Oakhill Jackson, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Kitchen
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Popular Rental Amenities in Iowa

  • Pool (8,058)
  • WiFi (14,061)
  • Pet-friendly (1,654)
  • Kitchen (3,612)
  • Air conditioning (12,569)
  • TV (12,525)
  • Washing machine (6,106)
  • Parking (482)
  • Jacuzzi (1,736)
  • Balcony/patio (1,425)
  • Fishing (1,053)
  • Grill (2,864)

Finding an accommodation with a pool shouldn't be too difficult in Iowa. More than half of the properties provide one. Interestingly, our data shows that more hotel room include a pool than motel. Also, they can host 10 vacationers, on average, while motel with pools can accommodate an average of 4 guests. You can also compare and find a property with a pool near the water, which is the case for most of the rentals there.

Price and Availability Index in Iowa

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Vacation Rental Price Information in Iowa

We analyzed price data and rendered them in this graph, which shows vacation rental prices for the next twelve months in Iowa. Prices reach their highest point in August, where prices are an average of $523 a night (8/31 - 9/7). On the other hand, in December you will find the cheapest prices (12/23 - 12/30). Prices this week are on average $245 a night.

Rental availability information in Iowa

Check out the graph above to find out how many accommodations are available in Iowa(in %). So far, the week with the least available rentals in Iowa is in August (8/31 - 9/7). More accommodations are available in a week of October (10/21 - 10/28) as the booking rate is only 25%.

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Check out the climate diagram for Iowa. In July maximum temperatures go higher than 31°. However, temperatures can go lower than -10° in Iowa in January. January is the wettest month.

7-Day Weather Forecast in Iowa

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Where to find the best food in Iowa?

Iconic dishes of Iowa

No other US state does pork tenderloin like Iowa – crispy yet juicy. The pork cutlet is breaded to perfection, deep fried, then usually served as a sandwich. Try this dish at Belmond Drive-In, winner of the 2015 Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin contest held by the Iowa Pork Producers’ Association.

Scotcharoos are classic Iowa dessert bars made from Rice Krispies, peanut butter, butterscotch, and chocolate. Another refreshing sweet dish from Iowa is rhubarb pie, which is typically made from rhubarbs fresh from the garden. Visit the Ox Yoke Inn in Amana and enjoy a delicious slice of their traditional German rhubarb streusel pie.

What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Iowa?

Historical landmarks in Iowa

A two-room cottage in West Branch was the birthplace of 31st US President Herbert Hoover. This cottage, along with buildings on Downey Street and Poplar Street, comprise the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. At the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, you can learn more about the man and his presidency.

The Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend is a collection of nine grottos that depict scenes from the life of Jesus. Considered to be the largest grotto in the world, this shrine also has a museum on the premises which is home to a huge collection of semiprecious and precious stones from all over the world.

What are the best activities for families in Iowa?

Amusement parks for kids in Iowa

Lost Island Waterpark is located near Waterloo and surrounds a Polynesian village. This waterpark has a jungle theme and some of its highlights include miniature golf, water rides, a wave pool, tree houses, and tube rides.

Adventureland Park is a must-see amusement park in Altoona, home to both dry and water rides. Different parts of this massive park are decorated in different themes. For example, the Main Street gives you a glimpse of Iowa in the late 19th century.

Information about vacation rentals in Iowa

🏡 Vacation rentals available 14,415 homes
💳 Possible discounts up to 26%
🌙 Nightly prices starting at $87
⭐ Popular amenities Pool, Internet and Pets allowed
🐾 Pet friendly homes 1,501 homes
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools 7,971 homes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical price of a vacation home in Iowa?

Accommodation prices in Iowa start at $87 per night.

What is the typical availability of House rental in Iowa?

September has the highest availability of House rental in Iowa, so you can expect plenty of selection, even for last-minute bookings.

What are the most popular vacation home amenities in Iowa?

When looking to book a vacation home in Iowa, the most requested amenities include Pool, Internet, and Pets allowed.

How many House rental and Apartment rental can I find in Iowa?

Iowa has 14,415 House rental and Apartment rental available to book.

Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Iowa?

Yes, there are 1,501 pet-friendly vacation rentals in Iowa, with an average nightly price of $269.

What's the best month to visit Iowa?

When booking accommodation in Iowa, remember that the rainiest months are usually January and February, with September often being the sunniest.

What are the popular vacation destinations in Iowa?

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