Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! | House in Muscatine

9.6 (29 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Illinois City House | Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

3 Bedroom House in Illinois City, Muscatine

Originally built with four ponds to accommodate a Catfish Farm and Shitake Mushroom Farm - this property has been in the family for four generations. We are pleased to share this amazing property with your family to continue the tradition of enjoying life's moments. We consider this place a small piece of heaven in Iowa and hope you will too. The activities available range from fishing, swimming or kayaking, in our private ponds, bonfires, outdoor grilling, sunrise or sunset watching, hiking around the property, and so much more. The property is just minutes away from Wild Cat Den State Park, bike paths and the Muscatine River Front.
Rental rate includes a fully furnished house, full kitchen, washer and dryer, WiFi, gas grill (1 propane tank included), access to 4 private ponds (no fishing license required), 3 kayaks, adult/youth/infant life jackets, concrete patio with firepit and outdoor patio furniture, and 5+ acres of private country land access (surrounded by 40 acres of farmland). Thanks for considering Captain's Cove!

Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! is located in Illinois City. Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Illinois City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Illinois City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
Activities
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Sledding nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Rebecca G.
Aug 31, 2025 12:40:52 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: The solitude is what first struck us. We were surrounded by nature. There was plenty of space inside and out. With the view of the ponds from upstairs and downstairs, we could easily see wildlife like egrets, owls, and deer. The inside was clean and had a cute nautical theme. We enjoyed kayaking and even used the paddleboat that was there. The fire pit, gas grill, and tabletop gas grill for s'mores helped us enjoy the property even more. They even had s'more makings ready for us! There were a couple hiccups but the owners were easy to contact and resolved them. The only improvement we can suggest is to improve the curb appeal. The departure instructions were easy to do and didn't make our leave notably longer. If a 4.5 were possible, that's what we would have given them.
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