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Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt

Apartment in Fort Madison, 10-minute walk to Mississippi River

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Located in downtown's heart, this cozy apartment offers a unique Iowa State Penitentiary decor and historic charm. Enjoy the beautiful courtyard, a great view of the river, and easy access to the nearby train depot. With its ground-floor location and mobility-friendly design, your stay is sure to be comfortable.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt

This super cute one bdrm apt is located DT and is conveniently on the ground floor (mobility friendly). This uniquely decorated space is off of the alley so you won't be bothered by the trains (although the depot is right across the road). You will also have a great view of the river while enjoying the beautiful court yard. The space boasts a historic Iowa State Penitentiary decor. Pictures, history and unique features will immerse you into one of the draws of SE Iowa.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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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 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Leave door unlocked and key on counter
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Fort Madison is home to this apartment. Old Fort Madison and Iowa State Penitentiary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Ortho Landing and Wildlife Area. Visit our Fort Madison travel guide
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Fort Madison, IA

What's nearby

  • Old Fort Madison, built in 1808, located along the Mississippi River in the southeast corner of Iowa. The fort was the first permanent U.S. military fortification on the Upper Mississippi.
    Old Fort Madison
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Madison Area Arts Association
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sheaffer Pen Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Lee County Historical Society
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Madison Marina
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Madison Station
    4 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Hardee's
    12 min walk
  • Casa Jalisco
    6 min drive
  • Vel's Amigos
    4 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt ?

As of 14 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt on 11 Mar 2026 start from NZ$250.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt located?

Situated in Fort Madison, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Madison Area Arts Association and Mississippi River. North Lee County Historical Society and Central Park are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Great place

Good clean place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Great place and people that own it.

Great little place quit and super clean. I have stayed there a lot and never had no issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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

Great place yo stay!

We were in town for a soccer tournament in Bloomington. The apartment was a perfect location to stay and we loved the prison theme and local artworkabd lo
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Best Prison Stay Ever!

This apartment was perfect for us. The location was great, within walking distance to the downtown area and the Ft Madison riverfront park area. The apartment was clean, comfortable, and had a creative prison theme that gave it a unique charm. It met all our needs and even had thoughtful extras like a sleeping mask, which was a nice touch. Having a personal parking spot made things super convenient. Highly recommend for a cozy and hassle-free stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Wonderful Views!

Excellent property! Nice sitting area outside looking at the river. Beautiful views with a breeze the nite we enjoyed it. Property manager on site making sure you are comfortable and taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Great apartment stay

The communications were 5 star. So clean, modern and comfortable. The river view you step out to is gorgeous. Best stay in Ft. Madison we've had yet. Hopefully we will stay again on future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

A tall person's shower

Nice little apartment. Clean. Bed was comfortable. I'm 6'2" and I didn't have to bend over to wash my hair. Most showers are made for people 5 ft tall. This one was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would definately stay here agan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Great place

Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene - Ron K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came in for a class reunion. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Great place

Nice clean place. Grate place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Nice place

Good people to rent from and nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique but great property. Hosts were wonderful and accommodating for my needs
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makena B.

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

Great Apartment!

Nice part of town, lots of fun things to do close by, and super supportive hosts! We loved it.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024