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3-bedroom outdoor enthusiasts steps away from Backbone State Park.

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Exterior
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop island, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.
Property grounds
A dining area with a table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through large windows.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Strawberry Point, IA
  • Place, Backbone State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spook Cave
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Field of Dreams
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Strawberry Point

This vacation home places you next to Backbone State Park and within a 10-minute drive of World's Largest Strawberry. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Backbone State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Farm Toy Museum - 41 min drive - 46.8 miles
  • Spook Cave - 45 min drive - 44.0 miles
  • 300 Raceway - 49 min drive - 54.5 miles
  • Field of Dreams - 50 min drive - 49.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Cals Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Paris - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casher's - ‬6 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.

3-bedroom outdoor enthusiasts steps away from Backbone State Park.

Backbone Bunkhouse & Hitching Post

Welcome to Backbone Bunkhouse & Hitching Post, your home base for adventure and relaxation just outside the north entrance of Backbone State Park.

Whether you're planning a family getaway, a couples retreat, a horseback riding weekend, or an outdoor adventure with friends, our comfortable property offers the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring Iowa's oldest and most scenic state park.

Spend your days hiking the park's beautiful limestone bluffs, fishing in the Maquoketa River, horseback riding nearby trails, golfing at local courses, kayaking, wildlife watching, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside. After your adventures, return to the Bunkhouse to relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories.

Traveling with horses? We've got you covered! Guests are welcome to bring their horses and take advantage of our on-site corrals, making it easy to enjoy nearby riding opportunities. We also offer plenty of space for horse trailer parking, so loading, unloading, and settling in is convenient and stress-free.

Our convenient location puts you just steps away from all that Backbone has to offer while providing a quiet and comfortable place to call home during your stay.

Whether you're here for outdoor recreation, a family vacation, a romantic weekend, or simply to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Backbone Bunkhouse & Hitching Post is ready to welcome you.

Book your stay today and discover why Backbone is one of Iowa's favorite destinations for adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences.

We're excited to welcome you to our newly established property! As Backbone Bunkhouse & Hitching Post continues to grow, we'll be making ongoing improvements and adding new amenities for our guests to enjoy. Currently we multiple patios for outdoor entertainment, a sitting patio in front, back patio for grilling and outdoor meals, additional patio with attached fire pit area in the back with great views. We have outsides games including shuffleboard court and horseshoes. All of these recreational activities designed to make your stay even more memorable. We appreciate you being part of our journey and look forward to sharing future updates with our guests.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
I will send further instructions on the checkout process after your arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guest do not have access to the outbuildings on the property.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total (999 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Strawberry Point, just steps from Backbone State Park. World's Largest Strawberry is also within a driving distance of 3.6 mi.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

3-bedroom outdoor enthusiasts steps away from Backbone State Park. Reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for our gathering situated right outside the entrance to Backbone State Park with a golf course right next door to the park. Shari reached out to understand what our plans were to make sure that we had everything we needed including a grill, ice and firewood. Shari was very responsive and answered all of my questions. She also provided a list of area restaurants and attractions and information about the park. Shari is making improvements to the property including a recently added patio which is where we spent a lot of time. The place is so relaxing and had enough beds for our group of 14. Shari was wonderful to work with. I highly recommend this property for your next getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026