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Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting

Family-friendly lodge in Washington

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Exterior
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Washington, IA
  • Place, Sockum Ridge County Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinnick Stadium
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Washington

This lodge places you next to Sockum Ridge County Park and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Fern Cliff County Park. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Sockum Ridge County Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Kalona Historical Village - 41 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Riverside Casino and Golf Resort - 45 min drive - 34.4 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 61 min drive - 47.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mt. Pleasant Station - 30 min drive
  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Your Choice Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪lebowski rock and bowl - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting

Beautiful lodge surrounded by nearly 40 acres of timber with hiking trails and a pond. Enjoy the amazing sunsets on our wrap around porch. Sit out by the fire under the stars roasting marshmallows The kids are sure to enjoy the fresh air.
Enjoy our game room and spending time with your loved ones. Put a puzzle together or play a board game.
Enjoy our spacious kitchen for cooking, baking or grab takeout from historic downtown Washington Town Square restaurants.
If you feel up for a scenic drive, visit beautiful Mount Pleasant, where Old Threshers is held every year at the end of August, beginning of September. Visit our Swinging Bridge in Colombus Junction or take a drive to Iowa City/Coralville (home of the Hawkeyes) and enjoy shopping, at Coral Ridge Mall.
Sleep soundly on our luxurious bedding and upgraded pillows. Cozy up in front of the fireplace with a good book and shut the world out if you so choose.
Enjoy a walk through the trees and enjoy God's beauty. It's a wonderful place to decompress.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find Smart TVs. Other standard amenities include kitchens, washing machines, and 5 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

All events are subject to an Events Fee. Must be approved in writing by Jenn before check in.
All bedding must be gathered and put in bathroom at the end of your stay. No food allowed to be left behind. All garbages to be taken to outside cans

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
A CONTRACT IS REQUIRED. # of guests TBD

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: A CONTRACT IS REQUIRED. # of guests TBD
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
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
  • Note from host: A CONTRACT IS REQUIRED. # of guests TBD

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this lodge?

This lodge is located in Washington within a short 1-minute walk of Sockum Ridge County Park. Fern Cliff County Park is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.

Is there parking available at Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting?

No, there isn't parking at this lodge.

Is this lodge next to a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What do couples enjoy most about Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lodge include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting have a hot tub?

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

Does this lodge provide breakfast?

No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this lodge.

Does Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting?

Yes, every guestroom at Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting comes with a balcony.

Newly Built Lodge Nestled in a Gorgeous Setting Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee D.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place for kids to play outside, nice thought out bathrooms inside, open seating, eating and kitchen area—and away from the bustle of life!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was an amazing week at a perfect lodge! Plenty of room inside and outside!! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, have stayed here several times for family events. Great experience again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Layout of home was perfect for our family of 12 in ages ranging from three months to 64. I only gave four stars for the check in process because I was not notified how to access the house. I had to text an hour before our arrival to get the information needed to gain access to the house. Canoeing on the pond was a hit with our young “sailors”. We were pleasantly surprised to find out that our rental fee went towards helping veterans who use the house to help them heal both physically and emotionally from their time in combat to protect us from danger.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb S., Carroll, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful, peaceful, private property. The house is a spacious and clean and there was plenty of room for 10 adults and 6 kids to spread out. It was great to have 2 kitchens and 2 family room areas. The fishing in the pond was exceptional and the lawn was perfect for yard games and campfires. We have stayed in VRBOs for 14 years and this was one of the best. Would recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful for reunion, absolutly beautiful place. Reach out to the owner with questions.

We really enjoyed this beautiful property. Its perfect for lots of family members and has enough room for everyone to relax. The communication with the manager is a little rough, he lives about twenty feet away & keeps a close eye on everyone. The owners were very apologetic and were going to handle everything right away. The manager is very much geared towards veterans and having a wonderful place for them to get away and relax and regroup. I cant say enough good about the owners. They are fantastic and respond right away. Dont hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We enjoyed our stay here so much!!! Kids and adults had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nieces gathering

Wonderful place for family gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

DAN H.

Liked: Cleanliness

could have been so much better

Property/lodge was nice, but the horrible communication by the host significantly impacted our stay. I reached out after booking (prior to our stay) with an easy question and it took the host almost three days to respond. The listing also said lockbox code would be provided day of check in (a pain, as we were traveling and the property is located in a remote area with bad cell coverage). No code or instructions were provided that day, even by 4:00pm check in time, so I called and the cell number was unreachable. I messaged via the app right after that (from an area that had cell coverage) and the host replied a hour and a half later saying the house is unlocked and the key was inside. There was also a significant amount of someone’s left over food in the refrigerator and two of the beds were unmade.Very frustrating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property!

We had a lovely stay! The hiking trails around the house are beautiful, and the house is well equipped with nearly everything we needed for our family of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a larger group!

We had an awesome stay in this lodge! This was perfect for our large group with two living areas and plenty of room to spread out. Would have loved to have some carpet or a big comfy couch for more of the warm cabin feel, but it wasn’t necessary for our group and the grounds/space is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Accommodations

Wonderful place for our family of 8 adults and 8 children. Would love to come back in warmer weather to enjoy the beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness

An unreal escape.

Amazing place to stay. You won’t beat it. The only problem is they can’t slow down time while you’re there. And, if it applies to you as a veteran/first responder with PTSD or CPTSD, you can literally feel the weight of it again when you leave. But the break, even if just for a bit, Is worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

family reunion of siblings

This house is perfect for families. It is set up with plenty of sleeping, eating and spaces for games. The outside property is beautiful as well as the inside. There are many beautiful small towns nearby to explore as well as parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi K., Lisbon

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Family Vacation Home we've ever stayed in!!!

This fabulous rural property fit our needs perfectly… Eight adults ranging 40 years to 68 years and eight "kids "ranging seven years to 18 had plenty of space to spread out and explore and also plenty of room to join together for meals and games… The only change I would say is please do more photos and explanation of this fabulous house… We were very, very pleasantly surprised to have TWO kitchens, an amazing wraparound deck and all the other amenities that came with the Hero Lodge. Jennifer was a fabulous hostess, and everyone in our family voted to come back again next year!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Weekend with Friends

We had a wonderful time at the lodge! We had three families in our group with 11 kids ranging in age from 2-9, and they all had a blast! It's super nice having 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Plenty of space for people to spread out and hang out together. We visited in August, and the pond had 2 canoes and 1 paddle boat. We brought our own life jackets and we all fished and went out on the boats every day. There are water snakes, so just watch for those. We went into town and got coffee and ice cream and found Sunset Park, which was a hit! They had 2 playgrounds and a disc golf course. Communication was good and friendly, but we didn't have instructions upon check-in. Thankfully, the building owner had left the doors unlocked for us when we arrived because it was hard getting ahold of them. Phone number was not connected. Overall, had a wonderful, memorable experience and would recommend to anyone! Thank you thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get together

We had a great time relaxing in this spacious quiet country home. We had a group of 11 and there was plenty of room for everyone. We grilled a few meals, walked the trails, and enjoyed the firepit. Place was clean and property well kept. All in all this was a great place for our family to spend quality time together
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely Recommend!!

2nd year of holding our annual family camping trip. Wonderful accommodations, very clean!! Definitely recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DewAnn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Weekend

We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate big birthdays with family!! Beautiful, peaceful, and spacious!! We loved sitting on the huge porch and talking and enjoying the lovely view. We enjoyed the pond as well. Such wonderful memories! We hope to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for a peaceful weekend away

Our group of friends had a great stay. Very nice location on a quiet road adjacent to a county park. The fire pit in a clearing in the woods is so nice. Ample space for sleeping and gathering, and 5 full bathrooms is a huge plus. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

family vacation

Quiet setting with plenty of room for all of us (3 generations) to spread out. We enjoyed sitting on the lovely covered deck listening to birds, watching deer as well as watching the storms pass thru. Large table so we could all eat together and play games. Some used the paddle boat and canoes. Nice facility and wheelchair accessible. good to have 2 kitchens available for meal prep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for our family

This house worked out great for our family of 14. Each couple had their own bathroom which is a huge plus. The kitchen was very nice - maybe could have used a crockpot and a few other kitchen items but it worked out ok. A nice location but you have to be ok with driving dusty gravel roads which we are used to. A little short on bath towels and dish towels but we just ran the washing machine more often. Would recommend to anyone wanting a big house for a gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024