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Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities

Family-friendly cabin in Bellevue with a water park

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Perched in historic Saint Donatus, Iowa, this 1800's log cabin offers a unique retreat. Hand-hewn logs and adze marks evoke the past while its reconstruction brings comfort to your stay. Enjoy scenic views of Tete des Morts valley and Saint Donatus with proximity to Kalmes Restaurant, Bellevue State Park, and Gehlen House Inn & Barn Brewery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$764
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities

This rebuilt early 1800's log cabin is located in historic and very scenic Saint Donatus, Iowa.
this cabin came from a family owned farm in Bernard Iowa where it was constructed as a family affair. This is evident by the differently spaced adze (similar to an axe) marks on the hand hewn logs which suggests people of differing stature were swinging the adze.
The cabin was moved by semi to its current home over looking scenic Tete des Morts valley and beautiful Saint Donatus.
A lot of creativity and hard work were put in to reconstructing this cabin and maintain the frontier feel while providing a very comfortable laid back stay. Very close in proximity to the popular Kalmes Restaurant and Gehlen House Inn and Barn Brewery. Bellevue State Park and Bellevue Golf Course are only a 15 minute drive along with biking and walking trails. 10 miles to historic Dubuque where you will find many breweries and other attractions such as skiing at sundown mountain or two casinos.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please set the air conditioner to 75. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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

Map
Saint Donatus, IA

What's nearby

  • Belvedere Mansion - 38 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Grant Home - 38 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve - 47 min drive - 65.7 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 47 min drive - 68.7 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 52 min drive - 71.3 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kalmes' Family Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Clair Fisherman's Whart - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities on 14 Nov 2025 start from NZ$764.06, 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.

How much is parking at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Wooden Head Cabin Early1800's Log Cabin with a View and Modern Amenities located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mississippi River, Aqua Park and John Henry Weber Park. Crystal Lake Cave and Spruce Creek Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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