Ten Acre Treehouse, \"Captains Quarters\" Sleeps 4-6
About this cottage rental
Located in Iowa, this lovely cottage for $159 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Another off the grid whimsical gem in the Ten Acre Treehouse's forest! "The Captains Quarters" This is the second treehouse in rural Nauvoo, which will be available to rent starting May 2016! A lot of the same touches found in "The Whitetail" the first treehouse here, You will find in this Nautical inspired creation. This treehouse will be twice as big as the first (400 sq ft.) and features a full second story master bedroom, sleeper sofa on the first floor, small kitchen area with refrigerator w/freezer, microwave, coffee maker, plates, silverware, cups and a sink! Upon entering the treehouse you are treated to the huge map of the world as you look up in the 13' vaulted entryway. A small window seat area creates a cozy reading area with a small collection of old books to explore! The wrap around deck with gas grill provides a laid back environment to enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding forest! The second floor bedroom includes 10' vaulted ceiling which provides plenty of Windows for 360 degree views of the forest from the comfort of the queen sized bed, step out on to the balcony which features a whimsical 'outhouse' with year round compost toilet and a outdoor hot water shower while giving you a 360 degree view of the surrounding forest nearly 30' off the ground! DEC-MAR the water may be shut off due to winter weather. Bottled water will be provided for washing up, brushing teeth, etc. pets are welcome with $30 pet fee.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Iowa
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(146 Reviews)
5.0
Staying at the Captain's Quarters was an extremely fun and unique experience, offering a home above the ground in the tree line. While it was a slight adventure with the bathroom and shower accessible from the outdoors, but off the attached deck, the quaint little home was beautiful and easily slept five of us. A fully stocked outdoor fire pit was fantastic to enjoy a campfire, s'mores, and fun storytelling. It's easily accessible and halfway between Nauvoo and Keokuk. The property owner takes great pride and managing the home and making it available for use. Only item to consider is there isn't enough stove to cook a full meal for a family of five., but he provided great recommendations for local restaurants that we enjoyed.
5.0
Awesome getaway! Enjoyed walking the trails, watching the leaves fall and listening to the rain sitting on the covered deck. Thank you Bob!
5.0
My sisters and I stayed for my birthday & we had such an amazing time. So peaceful & the fall colors on the trees & Paris & goats! Can't wait to plan our next trip!
5.0
Our stay was amazing! We stayed two nights and had bonfires both nights. We hiked the trails and Paris served as our guide. The outhouse and outdoor shower was a different experience but absolutely unique! We loved all the unique features of the cabin and the location! We came in October and the temperature was perfect. We will be back for sure!
5.0
Beautiful attention to detail in cabin and pleasant forest setting.
5.0
Went with just the kids, this is what I needed; I have a stronger bond with my kids. Can't wait to come back and stay at another cabin!
5.0
The highlight was the outdoor shower. With the dog escort through the trees to the house as close second. As described, a lovely rustic treehouse!
5.0
Very quiet and unique place. Will definitely be back. We definitely recommend staying here.
5.0
Beautiful grounds and family friendly.
Easy communication with owner.
My children enjoyed dogs visiting as we are dog lovers! Would recommend!
5.0
The tree-house was so thoughtfully designed and really added to our getaway weekend!
5.0
Very quiet and relaxing. Perfect for a weekend getaway!
4.0
I brought my son and dog here to stay in the “treehouse” and we had a great time overall. The seclusion was perfect, just the right amount of trails and Bob is a great host and helpful. Thanks!
5.0
Very easy and so comfortable.
5.0
Exactly what I was looking for!!! Quiet and they have goats and dogs that hang w you, goats don’t but dolly hopped the fence and chased us a bit, was so funny. She is friendly but Spivey. Hot water for shower lasts 3 min but such a cool experience. Kids had a blast in the creek and w the animals.
5.0
Very Beautiful setting and the treehouse itself was amazing,so beautifully crafted and well thought out,this place is perfect!Oh and there’s treasure!
4.0
This place was great! We brought our 18 month old with for our anniversary weekend trip an we all had a blast. We had everything we needed an the property was beautiful even at this time of year, we got to walk the trails an see the goats one day an relax inside warm the next after it had snowed all night.
4.0
My fiancee & I were looking for a quiet, nature-filled, cabin-like place to stay for a couple days and definitely found it. Even though there are other treehouses within eyesight of ours, you would never know that you had "neighbors". We loved the rustic look to it and then some. We'll definitely be back!
5.0
Magical!! Memories made with my family! Will be going back again!
5.0
Our stay at Ten Acre Treehouses was great fun in a cool treehouse with surprising extras. Recommend to anyone to looking for an unusual overnight trip.
5.0
We went for our annual girls trip. 4-39ish year old gals. We were at max capacity but so enjoyed the beauty and serenity. The hike up with luggage was a bit more than we placed, but we all felt accomplished after we made the trip in the rain! The outside shower is a really neat experience, the water temperature was a pleasant warm. The toilet can be an experience if you aren't accustomed to outdoor living. We enjoyed our trip into town to explore the local history and eat at the magnificent buffet. One evening we enjoyed live music at a local winery. Beware there is minimal to no cell service. Truly a great place to unwind and unplug. I would love to go back and explore the network of trails.
1.0
The place was dirty with looked like mouse droppings in a filthy window sill. The decor was nice but looked old and dusty. The floors in upper loft were dirty. The floor of the outdoor compost toilet had leaves all around. It did have warm running water. The treehouse looked cute and enchanting until you got a closer look
5.0
This was our 4th annual girls weekend at the captains quarters!! Bob the host is always friendly and helpful. We always have so much fun sitting around the fire, listening to music and playing music. We always go to Baxter winery and Press house winery for great wine tasting and goodies and company.
The Captains Quarters sleeps 5 good. We bring a twin air mattress for one of us place it upstairs.
Get away from the city and enjoy the outdoors, this is the place to go!!
Iowa girls
5.0
It was better then the pictures. We went outside and listened to the sounds of the forest. It was amazing. Highly rerecommend it to anyone. i
5.0
Staying here was very cool! A fun experience and hope to do again.
5.0
My wife Linda and I needed to get away and have time to really be able to relax. Ten acre Treehouses was exactly what we needed. The setting was more heavily wooded then expected and very private. Our cottage was cozy and quaint with all the amenities we needed. We loved the wrap around porch and enjoyed morning coffee and evening night caps in complete and perfect silence. Just sounds of the woods and woodland creature’s. We didn’t want to come home and that’s what makes for a great vacation/getaway. Our host was very pleasant and ready to serve our needs. Thank you Bob.
Todd G.
5.0
Perfect getaway in the woods!
Love the freedom of enjoying the trails and seclusion of the treehouses. It’s a great escape! Very dog friendly, they loved the trails!
5.0
A great getaway
It was a perfect getaway with our boys, 7 and 9! We wanted to unplug them for the weekend and celebrate my husband’s birthday..it was just that! The boys played and enjoyed just relaxing. My husband and I loved walking around and reading. Coffee on the back deck was perfect, grill was great for dinners and we enjoyed exploring the local towns as well! Great stay!
5.0
Absolutely amazing
This was such an awesome place to get away. It’s secluded and private. It was the perfect experience to get a night away from kids and work and just city life. We will definitely be coming back.
5.0
Our family has a great time on our surprise spring break getaway. Our 3 boys (8, 6, 4) loved the trail hikes, playing near the creek, staying warm by the fire pit, and playing with the dogs and goats. It was nice to relax and unwind away from the hectic schedules at home. The Captain’s Quarters was such a fun place to stay; unique in so many ways and we even found a secret hidden treasure within the house. Bob is friendly and present on the property to ask questions. Overall a really great time for our entire family and highly recommended for folks who like a little adventure or a unique experience.
5.0
Spring break getaway
Our family has a great time on our surprise spring break getaway. Our 3 boys (8, 6, 4) loved the trail hikes, playing near the creek, staying warm by the fire pit, and playing with the dogs and goats. It was nice to relax and unwind away from the hectic schedules at home. The Captain’s Quarters was such a fun place to stay; unique in so many ways and we even found a secret hidden treasure within the house. Bob is friendly and present on the property to ask questions. Overall a really great time for our entire family and highly recommended for folks who like a little adventure or a unique experience.
5.0
What a fun way to hang out with our kids on a family road trip! Captains Quarters was fantastic.. and our little do guide was great too!
5.0
Awesome Experience
What a fun way to hang out with our kids on a family road trip! Captains Quarters was fantastic.. and our little do guide was great too!
5.0
Amazing
An amazing escape. Simple, yet everything you need. Will definitely come back again.
5.0
We loved our stay! It was a cool place, very relaxing. We will definitely be back!
5.0
We really loved our stay in the treehouse!
5.0
Spectacular
We really loved our stay in the treehouse!
5.0
Excellent!
We loved our stay! It was a cool place, very relaxing. We will definitely be back!
5.0
Neat Place to stay!
Great little place to un plug for a night!
4.0
Captain's Quarters was perfect for two adults, two kids, and a very large Bernese mountain dog. The only reason I didn't give it a full five stars is that it could use a deep clean and we forgot to ask for blankets for the pull out couch bed until it was too late at night (provided sheets) and we didn't want to bother Bob that late at night. But the location was perfect, Bob was really nice and helpful, and my son and dog roamed freely on the property to play with the other dogs and the goats. We could sit on the back porch and watch the kids try and catch frogs and salamanders in the creek. Even in wet weather it's perfect to just relax, disconnect, and play family games. (Don't expect signal out there.)
My son was already using the phrase "next time we come here" by the time we left. 😊
Other mentions - this particular treehouse on the property is not for someone who has trouble with steep stairs.
5.0
This was such a unique and magical little get away for us. We came from Quincy (about 45 min away) but it felt like we were so much further, so surrounded by trees. It was like nothing we have experienced before. The owner, Bob, has put an immense amount of effort into every little detail of this treehouse. The booking process was easy and fast and we ran into no issues at any point during our trip. I would like to mention, as I myself was wondering before arrival, that everything you need is included there at the treehouse. Cups, plates, a little outdoor grill, a coffee pot, coffee, towels for showering. All you need to bring is food, clothes, and any other extras you may want for entertainment. The internet wasn’t great, but we found that we were able to get a strong enough connection outside by the fire pit. Our cell reception did work in case we needed to make calls. Overall, this was an amazing little retreat for my spouse and I, and we definitely plan to come back again. Hopefully next time with friends!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Iowa?
The average price for a rental in Iowa is $131 per night. This rental is $28 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ten Acre Treehouse, \"Captains Quarters\" Sleeps 4-6. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Ten Acre Treehouse, \"Captains Quarters\" Sleeps 4-6 pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Ten Acre Treehouse, \"Captains Quarters\" Sleeps 4-6?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and balcony / patio.
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