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

Property class: 3

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.
A park with trees and a path.
A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a sliding glass door, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy cabin interior with a living room, kitchen, and dining area.
A boat docked at a marina with a gazebo and picnic tables in the background.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5796 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bellevue, IA
  • Place, Spruce Creek Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spruce Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near North Bellevue
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bellevue

This cottage places you next to Spruce Creek Park and Spruce Harbor. The 3-star cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Spruce Creek Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spruce Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Aqua Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aqua Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • beach near North Bellevue - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪riverview hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Off Shore Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Parker's Pitstop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moore Local - ‬5 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.

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

Guests staying at this cottage enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and barbecue grills. If you drive, put free parking to good use.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The cottage also includes a fireplace.
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Hunting

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [apartment]
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

'spruce Haven' Cottage: Walk to Mississippi River! Cottage
'spruce Haven' Cottage: Walk to Mississippi River! Bellevue

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at this cottage?

This cottage offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Bellevue, just steps from Spruce Harbor and Spruce Creek Park, and within a short walk of Mississippi River. You'll also find Bellevue State Park and Aqua Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this cottage, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 20.5 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage?

Yes, every cottage at Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Walk to River! 'it's A Wonderful Life' Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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8.0/10

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Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Location comfort it feels like your at home
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026