Steps to Downtown | The Van Buren

Entire home in Iowa City, Iowa

  1. 8 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Jake
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Unbeatable location! The Van Buren is a block from “Dirty” John’s Grocery, the vibrant Northside restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and more! Then it’s just a quick stroll to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Attending a game? We're a short drive or a lovely walk to the stadiums.

Located just out of the excitement on a quiet street, this colorful and cozy historic home is fully updated with all the amenities needed to relax, work, or play!

The space
*Please inquire directly if Airbnb issues a "party risk" rejection at booking. We're told this can sometimes happen because The Van Buren is one of Airbnb's larger properties—sleeping up to eight guests.

What you'll enjoy at The Van Buren:

🚗 PARKING: Off-street parking is included for up to three mid-sized vehicles. It is single-lane parking, so plan accordingly. Free street parking is also available.

☕️ FRONT PORCH: Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on our wide, welcoming front porch!

🛋️ LIVING ROOM: Relax on the couch or comfy leather chair while you watch the big screen TV equipped with Roku so you can easily log in to your streaming services, all powered with free high-speed wifi.

🍽️ DINING ROOM: Enjoy meals at the dining table (can expand to seat 8) or chat by the bar.

🥘 KITCHEN: Everything you'd need to prep and enjoy a meal! Our kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, drip coffee maker, k-cup coffee maker, oven, electric cooktop, pots, pans, plates, glassware, flatware, utensils... you name it! Coffee and tea are always stocked.

🚿 BATHROOM #1 (main floor): Tucked in the hallway for privacy and flanked by bedrooms, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo.

🛏️ BEDROOM #1 (main floor, dark purple): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, closet with hangers, and a built-in desk/vanity.

🛏️ BEDROOM #2 (main floor, yellow): Private bedroom featuring a king-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, and closet with hangers.

🚿 BATHROOM #2 (second floor): With updated tile floor and shower surround, the four-piece bathroom features a toilet, sink, vanity, and shower/tub combo. Just outside the bathroom is a full-length mirror and an additional vanity area, perfect for prepping for a night out.

🛏️ BEDROOM #3 (second floor, white): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, closet with hangers, sitting area, a dresser and vanity mirror with built-in LED lighting.

🛏️ BEDROOM #4 (second floor, blue): Private bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, two nightstands, touch lamps with outlets, sound machine/alarm clock, light-blocking blinds, a dresser, and closet with hangers.

Guest access
Guests have access to the main and second floors.

Other things to note
For allergy sufferers, our pillows are down-alternative.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 3 spaces
65 inch HDTV with Roku

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 26 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

You’ll love being a part of The Northside neighborhood of families, students, professionals, and artists. The stomping grounds of Iowa’s renowned Writers’ Workshop, The Northside’s brick-lined streets have captivated hearts and minds for generations.

Iconic businesses within a two-minute walk:
🛒🍾 John's Grocery
🍻🍔 George's Buffet
🍷🧀 Brix wine bar
🍽️ 🍸The Webster
🍳🧇 Bluebird Diner
🍟🥓 Hamburg Inn
🥪🍦 Marco's Grilled Cheese
🍕🍺 Pagali's Pizza
and so much more!

Meet your host

Superhost
26 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
Where I went to school: University of Iowa
Jake and Becky are excited to welcome guests to Iowa City! They have lived in The Northside for over twenty years.
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
8 guests maximum

Safety & property

Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

Cancellation policy