Vacation rentals in Lake Darling

Rustic Ridge Retreat

NEW!!!! PRIVATE OUTDOOR SHOWER!!! Enjoy a full hot shower under the stars 🌌AIR CONDITIONED AND FULL ELECTRICITY. Private yurt retreat on Iowa homestead. Elevated deck with grill, fire table, sectional. Giant games (Tetris Tumble, Kerplunk, Connect 4, etc). Skylight dome, queen bed, sofa bed, kitchenette (fridge/keurig, etc.) WiFi. No running water, but plenty of Culligan jugs + flushable portapotty (sink, light) + outdoor shower. Free YMCA (state of the art/new!) day pass per guest/day. Max 4✨

Prairie Sunsets

Unwind in this peaceful and utterly private oasis. Thirty two acres of pristine prairie and stunning sunsets. Built using Stapatyaved principles that promote alignment with natural law, this home feels nourishing and harmonious. New bamboo floors, granite countertops, soothing color palette. Lounge in a hammock, relax by the firepit, explore the 2 mile walking trail, look for our resident owl in one of the two classic barns. Or have an adventure or meal in eclectic Fairfield, just 5 miles away.

Farm stay close to Iowa City, IA

15 min.-Iowa City, 5 min- Riverside Casino, & 35 min-Eastern Iowa Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA. Comfy beds, living room sectional pulls out to queen hide a bed, 32 acres, horseback riding (sm. fee)*, winter fun, & fishing pond. First 2 guests pay base price, then 3rd thru 10th guests pay an extra 30.00 EACH. NO PARTIES on our farm. We live on property in a separate home. Dogs welcomed (must be kenneled when you leave property). We have an oven and cookware in kitchenette. *contact for details.

Crescendo Chalet

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located home. Perfectly situated walking distance to the MIU Campus, Everybody's and walking trails, our cozy and beautifully appointed, East facing chalet will have you starting each day with a smile on your face. With off street parking, this single story home features a fully equipped kitchen and laundry with dedicated ironing board. Perfect for short or long stays. The home is renovated but old - uneven flooring and imperfect finishing work.

Studio 55 at A Stone's Throw

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. This studio has parking right to the front door. It has an open kitchen into the spacious living room. A macrame room divider divides the living room and king size bedroom. Enjoy sitting on the patio and watching the sheep and horses in the pasture. Attached to A Stone's Throw, the option of renting both units make for a great reunion weekend. Lots of special touches, including Granny's cookies, will make you feel pampered at Studio 55.

Vastu Chalet by the Lake

Deeply relax in this Vastu Chalet by the Lake. Enjoy the unique energy of this World Peace community near the Peace Palace and The Raj. Walk on trails around two man-made lakes. A 5-miles drive to Fairfield, MIU, and all downtown attractions. Enjoy the entire private top floor of this duplex. A 14-step, outdoor staircase leads to your apartment. Main room offers kitchen, dining area, two beds, a couch. Full bathroom with shower and tub + washer & drier. Master bedroom with Queen-size bed.

Kalona*Near Hospital and Kinnick*Free WiFi*Garage

Peaceful pastures in Amish paradise! Nestled in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood in quaint Kalona. Come and enjoy the peaceful neighborhood for a get away, or entertain a family reunion, with a pasture view. A short walk to visit Amish businesses and downtown Kalona, which includes many local shops, such as: Tuscan Moon, Kalona Brewery, Kalona Chocolates, Kalona Coffee House, Golden Delight Bakery and more. Only a 30 minute drive from University of Iowa, in Iowa City for sporting events.

Be at Home in Washington, Iowa

Be at Home on South Avenue B in Washington, Iowa! This cozy yet spacious home is centrally located in Washington just blocks from shopping, dining & coffee on the square or just over 1 mile to the Washington Wellness Park and trailhead of the Kewash Trail. Our home offers two bedrooms and one full bath with laundry. Bedroom 1 has a king bed and sitting area while bedroom 2 can be configured with 1 king or two twin beds allowing flexibility for your stay.

Cozy Cottage

Enjoy a cozy stay in a private cottage nestled in on a beautiful tree-lined street. Wayland is a small, friendly community in Southeast Iowa. It’s just a short drive—10 miles north to Washington, 20 miles south to Mt. Pleasant (County Seat), or 40 miles to Burlington, Iowa City, or Ottumwa—offering small-town living with nearby city amenities. We are available to assist you with any needs, as we live right in Wayland. We look forward to your visit.

Great location! Close to downtown.

Welcome! Come and enjoy a stylish, cozy, and tranquil stay at this centrally-located apartment. Just one block from the vibrant downtown area, you'll be close to charming restaurants and unique shops. It’s also a short distance from the train station and grocery stores. This newly remodeled apartment has been thoughtfully designed with your comfort in mind, offering a perfect retreat where you can relax and truly feel at home while you're away.

The Vernon Street Guest House - Suite 2

Built in 1900 and renovated in 2022, Suite 2 shows little signs of the once quirky old space. Completely private, with all the amenities, it boasts a spacious bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room with a desk for workspace, and a laundry room. While you're here, we hope you are able to relax and enjoy the well lit deck along with a cup of freshly roasted coffee, which we are happy to have provided.

Country Club Cottages - 1703

This recently completed new construction ranch style home is located in a quiet and relaxing new subdivision on the southwest side of Washington close to the fairways and greens of the Washington Golf and Country Club. You will feel right at home in this two bedroom, two bath home that features no steps, an oversized one stall garage, full laundry facilities and a dedicated workspace.