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The Kruse Cottage

Vacation home with kitchen, near Mississippi River

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - The Kruse Cottage (Clinton)
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In this charming 1920’s bungalow, high ceilings and original woodwork create a cozy retreat. With hardwood floors and an amazing front porch, unwind in the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway just minutes from the Mississippi waterfront.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Kruse Cottage

This charming 1920’s bungalow/cottage has been in our family for over a century and we love spending time here when we are in town. With high ceilings, original woodwork, hardwood floors, and amazing front porch it is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway.
It is minutes from the Mississippi waterfront, bike path, Lumberkings Stadium, local grocery, and several bars and restaurants.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

The Kruse Cottage Clinton
The Kruse Cottage Private vacation home
The Kruse Cottage Private vacation home Clinton

About the neighborhood

Map
Clinton, IA

What's nearby

  • Mishrikh Trith Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alliant Energy Field - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Showboat Theater - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • George M. Curtis Mansion - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • De Immigrant Windmill - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hooks Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kruse Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Kruse Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Kruse Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kruse Cottage located?

Situated in Clinton, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mishrikh Trith Hospital and Mississippi River. Alliant Energy Field and Showboat Theater are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Kruse Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This property is very cute, in a great location on a quiet street.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very convenient location!

This charming older home is a perfect location to enjoy downtown and the river biking/walking trail. The description of the property is spot on and the house was very clean. You’ll find everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

This was actually our second time staying at this property. It is an inviting and comfortable home in a convenient Clinton location. We will definitely look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and comfortable

The place was clean and well maintained. Has everything you would need. We had a great stay and visit with our friends and it was perfect for our family. Would be happy to stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Great location sara was a great host told us places to eat in the area the neighborhood was nice and such a friendly town and good fishing my boys caught so much blue gill bass and frogs
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Interior

This is a great place to stay! Feels like a hone away from home. Dog friendly, too. Osco Jewel around the corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANIE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Clinton Home

The Kruse House did not disappoint-the vrbo description was clear and accurate. Perfect for 2 couples or small family. It was a great place to stay while we visited family in the Clinton area for our brother’s 80th birthday. We would definitely recommend the Kruse House and hope to return in the future
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit

Lovely property in center of town. Well equipped. Loved the porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and cozy

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay over Christmas. The Christmas decor made for the perfect setting for our family and friends. It's a very old home but it’s very well maintained. Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This place is quickly becoming out home away from home - perfect for when we’re in Clinton visiting family. Celebrated my mom’s 70th birthday and had plenty of room to host the family and cook dinner for all. A lovely and comfortable place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy

Nice cozy place. Beds comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at this property

We have done a lot of VRBO staying in the area and this is a top three experience. Clean, well-appointed, great amenities, and extremely charming older renovated home. We were visiting family during the days and enjoyed early mornings and evenings here. Happily surprised with the smart TVs with YouTubeTV and other apps available. Kitchen is extremely functional. Overall a high quality, extremely high value experience. We look forward to staying again in the future if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy & David A., Iowa City, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming Stay

Welcoming from the moment we turned the key. The property was already decorated for the holidays. Our boys were in town for a funeral, it was all the comfort of home that they needed. We loved the this beautiful century home house and look forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memories in a historical cottage

A homey ambience with historical impact along with modern technology and comforts. From natural woodwork to internet tv. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there with family and holiday meal. Convenient location, near the river and access to highways, great restaurants and grocery stores. Will remember to check out availability again when visiting.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and excellent location for us to visit family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay. Thanks for being an excellent hose.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and in close proximity to our area of focus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed everything about our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage!

We loved our stay! It’s a beautiful home and made the perfect road trip stop for us!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

Really nice house, clean and comfortable for hanging out with family. Was a good home base when in town visiting family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So great to have a place to entertain local family. Quiet, plenty of room, clean and really felt like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

Nice house in a good neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not long enough

The decor and attention to detail made me feel at home. I found a smile on my face being in this cottage. I thought I booked it for 2 nights so unfortunately I did not get to enjoy my stay as planned.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Very nice property and well-kept! Easy in and out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023