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Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids

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Exterior
Beach towels
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids

Next to Iowa City, Cedar Rapids & Amanas. This incredible property has original beams and flooring from a 1800's church! Renew your spirit with state park hiking trails or a hammock. Walk down the 2 minute path to the Coralville Reservoir and enjoy the beach! Nestled between Lake MacBride State Park and the beautiful Coralville Reservoir, this retreat is a Godsend! Boat rentals 1 minute away! Located next to trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, or snowmobiling.

Property manager

Lisa Martin-Eatinger

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: We don't want to see evidence left behind.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lake Macbride Cabin State Park! Book 2 Nights get 3rd Free!

About the area

Map
Solon, IA

What's nearby

  • Lake Macbride State Park - 11 min walk
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 29 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 29 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 29 min drive
  • University of Iowa - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dan & Debbie's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bobber's Grill - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids located?

Situated in Solon, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Macbride State Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Macbride Nature Recreation Area and The Kirkwood Center. Cedar Ridge Vinyards, Winery and Distillery is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

Lake MacBride Cabin & State Park! Near Amana Colonies, Iowa City & Cedar Rapids Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 226 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cabin
The deck was full of leaves and tree falling. We had to quickly sweep before guests arrived. Door from lower level had cobwebs on it. Floors were not the cleanest. We moved the couch to look for a lost ring and under the couch was not clean at all. There was not enough wash clothes for our 12 guests and there was not any shampoo in the showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Sturdy cabin on the lake. All the modern conveniences. Very clean and comfortable. Wonderful for the kids and our German Shepherd was permitted. The cabin was very thoughtfully decorated and was very quaint. Nice deck for relaxing. The beds could use an upgrade of mattresses. Overall excellent place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelle F., Sheldon, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
My husband and I joined our adult children for a weekend gathering at this house. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We had a good weekend at this house and we would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay for familes!
We had a wonderful stay at this property. We had 3 families with two children and it met all of our needs. It was wonderful to have us all under one roof and space to spread out on the deck. The owner is fantastic to work with and we would recommend this property to everyone who needs more than two bedrooms. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tilly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and great Host
We had a lovely stay for our party of13 for our daughter’s wedding.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikki G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
Beautiful property and wonderful accommodations! The property owner was easy to communicate with and very accommodating for our change in number of guests staying. A stone’s throw from Lake MacBride state park, there are hiking trails, beaches and fishing areas close by. Kayaks available on the property to drop into the lake, a deck to enjoy early morning coffee and chatting, and a fire ring out back for the quiet evenings. There was plenty of space for our family to spread out, and we had a great time! The private trail to the beach was unusable due to the rain, but trail heads nearby led to a beach, so we didn’t miss out! A lovely week outdoors at a beautiful cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
We had a great stay, the listing was exactly as it was advertised. Lisa was very responsive. Close to the beach at lake McBride. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

allen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice. The only thing is mother nature made the trail down to the lake to swampy to walk.
Over all great except the hot water quit working on day two.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Val K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
False advertising
Very disappointed .. false advertising to me .. no hot tub , play house for kids filthy … mouse turds in building, no path to water . The patio table was dirty with old cushions and ripped seats . Beds were hard as rocks which pregnant daughter had to sleep on ! Futons and furniture worn and old … Cleanliness not best especially deep cleaning , oven drawer and cupboards especially pans etc . Could be a cute place with some updating and TLC but definitely not worth money paid disappointed and like said false advertising not worth money paid … feel like should get some money back.. you asked but review not good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We loved our time at the cabin. Great meeting space for our extended family to get together to spend time together. Great location and we had a great relaxing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Wonderful location and enjoyed all the time outside. Kids loved playing and running around. Family friendly and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam and Julia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat cabin in the woods
Our family really enjoyed this fun cabin in the woods! Plenty of room for all of us and lots to do on the property. It worked perfect for our extended weekend trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
My family had a different reason for seeking peace on our trip to the area. We were in town for a family funeral, and this little piece of heaven was exactly what we needed. The cabin was very welcoming, had what we needed, and had the peace that was very welcomed during this difficult time. We were close to events and family in Solon, but had a quiet, peaceful place to let down. The lake was a short walk from the property, with a convenient trail for walking, running, and enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at the cabin.
We had a great time in Iowa. Staying at this cabin was a joy. We are thankful the owners took our last minute reservation. We can’t imagine staying anywhere else. This is a beautiful property filled with wildlife and scenic views. This cabin was very comfortable for sleeping and hanging out. It had everything that we needed. Even thought it was just my husband and I visiting this time, this cabin is the perfect spot for a larger family or group. There is tons of space. We highly recommend staying here. We hope to get back here again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Would highly recommend this cabin for a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
It was perfect for us. It gave us room for the little ones to play and the adults to sit around and talk.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Had everything we needed for a quiet girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

C K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
Just a lovely cabin in a beautiful setting. Check-in was so smooth. We had a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Callie B.

Family celebration in December
We stayed in the month of December to celebrate my wife's upcoming 60th birthday with the family. The house is approx. 30 minutes from the Amana Colonies which is a must during the Christmas season. Because it was December and cold, we did not get to participate in many of the lake activities. However, we did enjoy going on a walk in the State Park and enjoyed playing games at the house by the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Suzanne C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake house w/o lake access
It was wonderful to be close to Lake Macbride State Park. My husband and I took many wonderful long walks there. What didn't happen was walking to the lake via the trail by the house. At one point the trail disappears as you walk down. Please make this accessible for future guests! The other aspect of staying there was that the fridge was partially full which triggers my "ick" response and makes me feel more like a squatter than a guest. Beds were made as if in a hurry and everything seemed care worn which is fine at my house, but not at a guest house. At one point I was outside sweeping off the patio and wiping down the outdoor furniture and I'm thinking..."Why am I doing this?" Also, there were no bikes to be found. If the hosts would have checked in with us while we were there, I would have relayed all of this verbally. I hope this makes a difference for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William P., UNION HALL

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
It was a perfect location for getting together with some parts of the family staying in RVs at the state park and some staying in the house. Some folks walked between the RV park and the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Eugene G., Van Meter

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as I recalled
It is a beautiful property in a great location. We had many people that did not stay there for various reasons, but paid for the full stay. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was good. The wiring was subpar by using extension cord wire which should only be for temporary use, but it was probably okay. No fire! The basement utility room had trash that people had left behind as well as the condiments in the refrigerator. Perhaps things should just be tossed. The deck was very enjoyable. I guess that our group was too old for all the stairs. I had looked at the place for an earlier reunion and chose a place in McGregor mostly because it was too far for people to visit rather than stay on the property, but it was a better choice. Fred Graves
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

brian e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not impressed
We felt the pictures were a little misleading, as it appeared to have a lot more room than there actually was. While we enjoyed our stay, we were disappointed in the amount of space for congregating. There was sleeping space for all of us but the mattresses were hard as a rock. There was not enough room for us to all sit and eat together unless we sat on the deck. There wasn’t enough space for us all to sit and watch a movie together either. We did enjoy the deck; it was very nice and had sufficient space. The house was well stocked from kitchen items to towels and bedding and even a few condiments.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia E., Champaign

Mixed review
This property is in a good location with easy access to Coralville, Solon, and Cedar Rapids. The lot is large & has a spacious lawn. The fairly new deck is very nice. It is a pretty, somewhat secluded location. Access to the lake is via a trail that leads to the water's edge. Not much beach there, though. Upon arrival, we found the house had not been cleaned. The owner was very responsive to our concerns, buying us dinner & giving other discounts and refunds without hesitation. Much appreciated. Interesting place, but the house needs refreshing. A pet peeve of ours in vacation rentals is that the furnishings are often the owners' used & discarded items & that seemed the case here. Kitchen items were not in great shape. Pots and pans were sticky, rusty, & worn out. There were no dishtowels and dishcloths were stained, pot holders sticky & worn. There was a shortage of coffee mugs & glassware. There was also old food still in the fridge. In our experience, it is common to find condiments & other unused food items left for the next person. We never use these & would have much preferred an empty clean fridge for our use. The couches and futons seemed worn & were uncomfortable. Some dining chairs and barstools were worn & wobbly. Seating for meals indoors would accomodate 8 people. Wiring was concerning with many extension cords & nonfunctional outlets & switches. Renters should be aware that the stairs are narrow & tricky for some to navigate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023