The Maid of Iowa – Riverboat-Inspired Room in Historic Inn

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
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Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning

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Keosauqua, IA
  • Place, Bentonsport National Historic District
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Nauvoo
  • Place, Iowa State Penitentiary
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Bentonsport

Located in Keosauqua, this bed & breakfast is a 1-minute drive from Bentonsport National Historic District and 7 minutes from Burns Gallery & Tea Emporium. .This bed & breakfast is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Lacey-Keosauqua State Park and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Keosauqua Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Bentonsport National Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Keosauqua City Hall - 11 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lacey-Keosauqua State Park - 12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lake Sugema - 19 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Iowa State Penitentiary - 51 min drive - 77.2 km

Getting around

  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bonaparte Retreat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Misty's Malt Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverbend Pizza & Steakhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Great Day Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪First Street Grille - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Maid of Iowa – Riverboat-Inspired Room in Historic Inn

The Maid of Iowa Room - A Historic Riverboat-Inspired Retreat

The Maid of Iowa Room at the Mason House Inn pays tribute to the legendary riverboat that once navigated the Des Moines River, bringing commerce and travelers through Bentonsport during Iowa’s early days.

Located on the second floor of the inn, this inviting guest room comfortably sleeps up to three guests. It features an extra-long four-poster bed along with a twin bed, making it ideal for couples, friends traveling together, or a small family. Period-inspired furnishings, historic photographs, and classic details create a sense of stepping into the past while still offering a comfortable overnight stay.

The room’s private bathroom with shower is located just outside the room and is reserved solely for guests staying in the Maid of Iowa Room. A folding privacy screen is provided for convenience.

Guests have access to the inn’s common areas and can enjoy the quiet charm of Bentonsport, a historic river village known for its scenic surroundings and rich past.

Room Features:
-Sleeps up to 3 guests
-Extra-long four-poster bed and twin bed
-Private bathroom located just outside the room
-Historic riverboat-inspired décor
-Second-floor room in a historic mid-1800s inn

A unique and memorable stay for guests who appreciate history, character, and timeless charm.
The bathroom has a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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

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