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ALTOONA
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Altoona is a city in Polk
County, Iowa and a part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan
Statistical Area. Altoona is home of Adventureland, an amusement
park, Prairie Meadows, a horse racing track and casino, and a Bass Pro
Shops retail store, the first one in central Iowa. |
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Victoria's
Vineyard B&B Altoona
This property is located
in Altoona. Area attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds.
In addition to a spa tub, Victoria's Vineyard B&B features barbecue
grills. The property offers meeting rooms for small groups. Bathrooms provide
jetted tubs and bathrobes. |
AMES
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Ames is a city located in
the central part of the U.S. state of Iowa in Story County, and approximately
30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is the principal city of the Ames,
Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area which encompasses all of Story County,
and which, when combined with the Boone, Iowa Micropolitan Statistical
Area, comprises the larger Ames-Boone Combined Statistical Area.
Ames is the home of Iowa
State University of Science and Technology (ISU), a public research institution
with leading Agriculture, Design, Engineering, and Veterinary Medicine
colleges. ISU is the nation's first designated land-grant university, and
the birthplace of the Atanasoff-Berry Computer, the world's first electronic
digital computer. Ames is one of two national sites for the Animal and
Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS) which is provided by the National
Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL). Ames is also the home of the National
Animal Disease Center (NADC). NADC is the largest federal animal disease
center in the U.S., conducting research aimed at solving animal health
and food safety problems faced by livestock producers and the public. Ames
has the headquarters for the Iowa Department of Transportation. |
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Iowa
House Bed & Breakfast Ames
Iowa House is a 13-room
Historic Inn featuring Hotel accommodations located in Ames, Iowa that
opened for business in the summer of 2008. We are located in the
"Campustown" area, the heart of Iowa State country. Campustown is
a convenient spot to explore all that Ames and Iowa State University has
to offer. Our goal here at Iowa House is to provide a superior lodging
experience to all our guests. Our accommodations are decorated with
local Iowa artwork, with all pieces available for sale. Come experience
a small boutique hotel in Ames. |
BENTONSPORT
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Bentonsport - a small Iowa
village on the Des Moines River was once an important port-of-call for
Des Moines River steamers. Tree-covered hills hem in the little valley
in which Bentonsport lies; and from Vernon, across the river, only the
spires of the two white churches and a few houses along the shore are visible.
At one time, the town had a population of over 500 residents.
Bentonsport was thriving
when the state of Iowa was born, and still retains the atmosphere of years
gone by. Mormon craftsmen, heading west, helped construct some of its buildings;
these and demonstration of historic crafts-for-living help recreate the
spirit of life as it was 150 years ago.
You can explore the ruins
of old mills along the Des Moines River, stroll across a century-old iron
bridge, or just sit on the riverbank and imagine the sight of a steamboat
comin' round the bend. |
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Mason
House Inn of Bentonsport
Chuck and Joy Hanson invite
you to stay in their charming 164-year old Mason House Inn Bed & Breakfast
located in historic Bentonsport, Iowa. This antique hotel was built
in 1846 by Mormon craftsmen coming from Nauvoo, Illinois, as a hotel for
the steamboat travelers. It was also a station on the Underground
Railroad. It is nestled on the banks of the beautiful Des Moines
River. Bentonsport is one of the Villages of Van Buren County
that were among Southeast Iowa's very first settlements. A full country
breakfast is served in the 40 foot dining room at the time of your choice. |
DUBUQUE
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Dubuque is a city in and
the county seat of Dubuque County, Iowa, United States, located along the
Mississippi River. The city lies at the junction of three states: Iowa,
Illinois, and Wisconsin, a region locally known as the Tri-State Area.
It serves as the main commercial, industrial, educational, and cultural
center for the area. Geographically, it is part of the Driftless Area,
a portion of North America that escaped all three phases of the Wisconsinian
Glaciation.
It is one of the few large
cities in Iowa with hills, and is home to a large tourist industry, driven
by the city's unique architecture, and river location. Also, it is home
to five institutions of higher education, making it a center for culture
and learning. |
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The
Solon Langworthy House, Dubuque
Away from the hustle and
noise of a business district, and without the sterility of your average
hotel, The Solon Langworthy House has a classy, secluded, home-like feel.
Private entrance and front
door keypad offer security while allowing guests to come and go as they
please. Candle-lit whirlpool suites create a romantic ambiance perfect
for a special couple. A blend of modern and antique decor, wood floors,
high ceilings, catered breakfast... accommodation with style. |
IOWA
CITY BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Iowa City is a city in Johnson
County, Iowa, United States. It is the county seat of Johnson County and
the home of the University of Iowa. It is located adjacent to Coralville
and surrounds University Heights, with which it forms a contiguous urban
area. It is the principal city of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical
Area, which encompasses Johnson and Washington counties.
Iowa City was the second
capital of the Iowa Territory and the first capital of the State of Iowa.
The Old Capitol building is a National Historic Landmark and stands as
a tourist attraction in the center of the University of Iowa campus as
well as being an integral part of the university's Pentacrest. The University
of Iowa Art Museum and Plum Grove, home of the first governor of Iowa,
are other tourist attractions. In 2008, Forbes Magazine named Iowa City
the second Best Small Metropolitan Area for doing business in the United
States. |
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Plum
Grove Inn Iowa City
Built in Iowa City in 2007,
the Plum Grove Inn offers up-to-the-minute conveniences while lovingly
incorporating the beauty of tradition. You can see the innkeeper's attention
to detail and their environmental consciousness in the salvaged timber
floors, walnut millwork and leaded and beveled glass that give the Plum
Grove Inn a warm and traditional feel. Our home is a newly constructed
energy efficient traditional-modern hybraid home with salvaged Iowan dark
walnut wainscotting in the dining room and receiving area. Each quest room
has its own private bathing and restroom suite custom designed by the host,
owner and resident architect. Iowa City downtown is a 25-minute walk or
7 minute drive away. |
LANSING
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Lansing is a city in Lansing
Township, Allamakee County, Iowa, United States. Lansing is served by Iowa
Highway 9, which terminates on the Black Hawk Bridge leading to Wisconsin.
Lansing is a river town, right on the main channel of the Mississippi River,
and consequently has a resort-like feel from the seasonal recreational
boaters. |
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Thornton
House B&B Lansing
We invite you to come to
Thornton House and enjoy your stay in elegant yet casual surroundings with
large, comfortable rooms. In the morning, enjoy a full sized help yourself
breakfast served daily between 8:00am-9:30am before you plan your day fishing,
cruising the Mississippi, hiking, sightseeing or shopping. Our spacious,
fully decorated guests rooms with queen-sized beds also offer a basket
of shampoos, conditioners, soaps and even a sewing kit in each bathroom
and many rooms also include TV's with cable, couches or sitting chairs.
We also offer a double room suite with private bathroom with room for four-
all at very reasonable rates. |
LINN
GROVE BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Linn Grove is a city in
Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States. The nearby Chan-Ya-Ta Site contains
the remains of a 1000-year-old prehistoric village and is on the National
Register of Historic Places. |
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Innspiration
Bed And Breakfast, Linn Grove
We are a new country bed
and breakfast that overlooks a two acre pond and is adjacent to 360 beautiful
wooded acres that the Little Sioux River runs along side. The pond and
the Little Sioux River offer swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, snowmobiling,
cross country skiing, bird watching, and more. We offer special hunts for
deer, turkey and pheasants. For the nature enthusiast we have photography
opportunities at their finest. After a fun day in our picturesque outdoors,
relax on one of three decks or enjoy the many fireplaces or whirlpools.
The family room has a billiard table, exercise equipment and a television
with a DVD player. |
MAQUOKETA
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Maquoketa is a city in Clinton
and Jackson counties in the U.S. state of Iowa. Located on the Maquoketa
River, it is the county seat of Jackson County.
U.S. Route 61 adjoins the
city, which therefore benefits from traffic between Dubuque and the Quad
Cities. Iowa Highways 62 and 64 also pass through the city. Maquoketa Caves
State Park is located a few miles northwest of the city. |
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Squiers
Manor B&B, Maquoketa
This Maquoketa property
is situated in a state/national park. Regional points of interest include
Maquoketa Caves State Park. In addition to a fitness facility and laundry
facilities, Squiers Manor B&B features wedding services. Guests are
served a complimentary breakfast each morning. The staff can arrange dry
cleaning/laundry services. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air
conditioning and televisions. Bathrooms feature jetted tubs. |
McGREGOR
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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McGregor is a city in Clayton
County, Iowa, United States. McGregor is located on the Mississippi River
across from Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Pike's Peak State Park is located
just south of the city. Just to the north of McGregor is the city of Marquette. |
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Lamp
Post Inn and Gallery, McGregor
Welcome to the Lamp Post
Inn & Art Gallery, a completely unique experience that transports you
back to an era of Victorian elegance and charm by the scenic Mississippi
River. You will find original woodwork, hardware, stained and leaded glass
windows and many other architectural details that make this house a special
place to visit. Our Inn is also home to a beautiful art gallery which showcases
some of the best local artists. Innkeepers, Ramona and Dorrance, invite
you to share their home located in the historic district of Main Street
in beautiful McGregor, Iowa. After your days' activities, relax on the
front porch, enjoy the sun in the backyard or browse in our art gallery. |
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Stauer
House B&B, McGregor
The Stauer House is a place
of Victorian charm filled with unique bedrooms of luxury and comfort.
Centrally located in the city of McGregor, Iowa, along the Mississippi
river, you will be able to visit surrounding attractions that include numerous
parks, antique, gift shops and book stores with many other fun activities
McGregor has to offer. Enjoy relaxing accommodations in a recently renovated
Victorian home that was built in 1882 by local lumber baron Peter Stauer.
The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and
is situated just a short walk from the downtown area of McGregor. |
ST
ANSGAR BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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St. Ansgar is a city in
Mitchell County, Iowa, United States. |
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The
Blue Belle Inn Bed And Breakfast, St Ansgar
This property is located
in St. Ansgar. In addition to a video library, The Blue Belle Inn Bed and
Breakfast features wedding services. Guests are served a complimentary
breakfast each morning. This is a smoke-free property. Amenities featured
in guestrooms include air conditioning, televisions, and VCRs. Bathrooms
feature bathrobes. All guestrooms at The Blue Belle Inn Bed and Breakfast
are non-smoking. Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property
at time of service, check-in, or check-out. |
URBANDALE
BED & BREAKFAST INNS, IOWA, USA |
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Urbandale is a city in Polk
and Dallas counties in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is part of the
Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. |
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Wells
Bed And Breakfast, Urbandale
This Des Moines property
is situated in a state/national park. Living History Farms, Des Moines
Arts Center, and Salisbury House are area attractions. In addition to laundry
facilities and barbecue grills, Wells Bed and Breakfast features a video
library and a library. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available
in public areas. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast each morning.
Guest parking is complimentary. The staff can arrange wedding services
and dry cleaning/laundry services. Amenities featured in guestrooms include
DVD players, VCRs, and CD players. Business-friendly amenities include
desks and complimentary wireless Internet access. All guestrooms provide
refrigerators. Bathrooms feature jetted tubs. |
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