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Common Cottage Rentals Amenities
What amenities can you expect?
Indoor Features
- Fully-equipped kitchens with modern appliances
- Comfortable living areas with flat-screen TVs
- Free Wi-Fi for staying connected
- Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
- In-unit washers and dryers for convenience
- Luxurious bedrooms with premium bedding
- Spa-like bathrooms with soaking tubs or walk-in showers
Other Places to Stay in Iowa, IA
Des Moines
Polk County
Dickinson County
Iowa Great Lakes
Center Grove
Downtown Des Moines
Story County
Cedar Rapids - Iowa City
West Okoboji Lake
Quad Cities
Dubuque
Scott County
Iowa Cottage Rentals Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the top Cottages in Iowa?
There are a lot of options in Iowa. If you plan on staying in the Iowa area, consider making a reservation for a few nights at one of these properties as these have been rated the Top Cottages in Iowa:
- Walk to City Beach, City Park and downtown Clear Lake!
- Scandinavian Timber-frame Cottage with Hiking Trails in Decorah
- Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space
- Renovated Cottage on Court: 3 blocks to historic downtown square
- Arnolds Park Cozy Cottage & Gazebo Steps to Okoboji Lake & Park
- Angler's Cottage on Lake Cornelia: Pets Welcome!
- Completely remodeled home within walking distance to the lake!
- Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods!
- West Lake Okoboji Cub Cottage
- Bedford, IA 2BR Country Cottage in the Tranquility of SW Iowa, near IA/MO line.
2. How many Cottages are available in Iowa?
Currently, the total number of properties listed by RBO in 2026 is over 123 in the Iowa area, and still counting. By aggregating listings from multiple websites, RBO offers an immense amount of choice of the best Cottages in Iowa.

























