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Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to the serene Iowa countryside at Captain's Cove, where four private ponds await your arrival. Enjoy a fully furnished house with WiFi and a gas grill, or spend time outdoors swimming, fishing, or kayaking in the tranquil surroundings.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!

Originally built with four ponds to accommodate a Catfish Farm and Shitake Mushroom Farm - this property has been in the family for four generations. We are pleased to share this amazing property with your family to continue the tradition of enjoying life's moments. We consider this place a small piece of heaven in Iowa and hope you will too. The activities available range from fishing, swimming or kayaking, in our private ponds, bonfires, outdoor grilling, sunrise or sunset watching, hiking around the property, and so much more. The property is just minutes away from Wild Cat Den State Park, bike paths and the Muscatine River Front.

Rental rate includes a fully furnished house, full kitchen, washer and dryer, WiFi, gas grill (1 propane tank included), access to 4 private ponds (no fishing license required), 3 kayaks, adult/youth/infant life jackets, concrete patio with firepit and outdoor patio furniture, and 5+ acres of private country land access (surrounded by 40 acres of farmland). Thanks for considering Captain's Cove!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
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:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Take trash to small dumpster at end of driveway.
Return kayaks to rack on lower patio.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fireworks or firearms on the property.
No live bait (other than worms or insects) fishing in ponds.
No net fishing of any kind will be allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Muscatine, IA

What's nearby

  • Wildcat Den State Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Pine Creek Grist Mill - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Muscatine Municipal Golf Course - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Fairport State Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Riverside Park - 14 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Moline, IL (MLI-Quad City Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tee's Ice Cream - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kühl’s Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Wildcat Den State Park, Mississippi River, and Pine Creek Grist Mill. Muscatine Aquatic Center and Fairport State Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Captain's Cove is a county getaway with private ponds for all of life's moments! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond outstanding! Every single thing was thought of, from labeled light switches, to a s’mores station, beautifully maintained property and so clean! Also, the proximity to Wildcat State Park was only 8minutes away and we could not believe the amazing hiking offered! We cannot wait to return!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Cherveny Family

Great vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner J.

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

Work trip in Davenport

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great Getaway

A wonderful place if you're looking for some quiet, relaxing time. The ponds are great fishing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

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

Beautiful house to stay at.

Very beautiful, comfortable, clean house. A nice place to vacation with the family. With the pond outside, We enjoyed the place very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Great spot over the holidays

Neat little cabin with plenty of space. We were all able to sleep in our own beds while we were in the are for Christmas. The fish tank was a hit with my kiddos.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John U.

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

Work trip

Nice place to stay when out of town working, better then hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kitty B.

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

Relaxing family fun!

They thought of everything, everything is there needed for an enjoyable stay. Very clean, would book Captain’s Cove again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Pup swim!!

My family was looking for a place to hide out from fireworks and let the pups swim!! The house was just what we needed. We heard a few fireworks mainly off in the distance so the pups weren’t overly bothered by them. The two bigger dogs loved playing in the pond and going for rides on my paddle board and the littles got to enjoy all the new smells! We didn’t catch any fish but we tried. Overall a perfect place to hideaway.
Fozzie out sniffing around.
Ralph chasing a goose in the pond.
Jazz going for a dip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan H.

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

Wonderful place

Nice quite. All most everything you need. But food
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Perfect location and property for our family of eight!

Captain's Cove was the perfect property for our family of eight. The home itself was clean and tidy and offered all the cozy comforts of home while still giving us space to spread out when needed. The outdoor amenities of the ponds for fishing and kayaking were great as well. I would highly recommend Captain's Cove to anyone visiting the Muscatine area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn G.

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

Family vacation

We loved everything about this property! The host was great with communication and I loved all the little extra touches in the house. It’s a little harder to find things for teenagers to do but ours had a great time on the Kayak’s, pedal boat, game room and the shuffle board. Our family and dogs had so much fun during our stay and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Peaceful

Lovely place to stay during Harvest. If you have allergies bring you medication. Everything was good but there was an abundance of lady bugs and some other insects.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan H.

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

Property renter.

Away from the from the hassle. And quite. A1 rating in our opinions. Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The solitude is what first struck us. We were surrounded by nature. There was plenty of space inside and out. With the view of the ponds from upstairs and downstairs, we could easily see wildlife like egrets, owls, and deer. The inside was clean and had a cute nautical theme. We enjoyed kayaking and even used the paddleboat that was there. The fire pit, gas grill, and tabletop gas grill for s'mores helped us enjoy the property even more. They even had s'more makings ready for us! There were a couple hiccups but the owners were easy to contact and resolved them. The only improvement we can suggest is to improve the curb appeal. The departure instructions were easy to do and didn't make our leave notably longer. If a 4.5 were possible, that's what we would have given them.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Comfy and beautiful

The house was great. Super comfortable and easy. Dogs loved the property. Had everything we needed. Hosts were kind and communicative. Already recommended to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lita B.

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

Family trip to relax

Great place to relax and fish! Fishing was great on the big pond located steps from house. Fishing from dock was enjoyable. We found it hard to access the other ponds for fishing due to grass/vegetation being grown up high around them. Enjoyed grilling on the deck in the evenings. Absolutely beautiful scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Great property in Muscatine County

The extended family has outgrown my parents farm house. We booked here to get enough beds for everyone, now that the kids are older and less interested in sleeping on the floor. The cabin was awesome - great secluded little spot amongst some ponds on a great piece of ground. We immediately booked it for another visit while we were eating breakfast that first morning. Communication was great, absolutely fit the bill for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Peaceful getaway

What a wonderful property! If you love to fish, this is the place for you. We caught tons of fish during our stay. Nice bluegills, enormous bass and even a catfish. The sights and sounds of nature were amazing. The cabin was homey and large enough for my family of five. The shuffleboard table and poker table were our entertainment after the long day of fishing. Just an all around pleasant experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Fantastic Getaway

We rented Captain’s Cove for a weekend getaway for the family and a mini “pupcation” for our 2 dogs. The house wasn’t overly large, but had plenty of room for our 6 people and 2 dogs. The owners of the property have thought of everything. There were already dog toys, dog bowls and water bowls, drinking water, even s’mores supplies. The ponds provided kayaking and a great weekend of fishing. We had an amazing time, would highly recommend and can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheila S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Girls Getaway

The house was clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the quiet and sitting outside. We were wanting to use the pond to float and get sun. The pictures show the pond as having walk in access and a place to use the kayaks. Around the pond was very over grown and the only access to the was from a dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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

Relaxing View

This home had everything you could want and attention to detail was not missed. The pond and fishing were fun. Pretty sunsets and 2 living spaces. Complete kitchen with dishwasher (which I do not think was in the description). Sleeps 8 needs to be clarified as there were 2 BRs with Queen beds (very nice) and 1 BR with 2 loft/top bunk twins and a lower bunk double. A great kids bedroom but not real adult friendly for 4 more adults. We made it all work by sleeping on couches and had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

james C.

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

5 Stars 🌟

We were very impressed with this property, and the very welcoming hosts! We arrived to a beautifully secluded home by the ponds, which is just a few miles from anything you need from town, fantastic location. Very clean, very spacious and very accommodating.. We played around on the kayaks, and paddle boat, caught some really nice fish, saw some amazing sunsets, the kids had so much fun playing games and reading books in the nook bed.. We even loved the story of The Captain Mark so much that we sang a song at sunset and rang the bell and had a toast to him! It was a great time had by all! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lou Ann M.

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

Went to fish

The house was very clean. We fished the first day in the pond nearest to the house and caught MANY baby Bluegill, as soon as you cast you get a bite; would be fun for kids. We also caught 2 very nice size bass and a nice catfish over the days. The next day we fished for in a while in the other pond nearest the timberline and caught some very large Bluegill and some nice bass in there. But there's only a couple of little places to access it due to tall weeds. Very quiet and private, so also nice in that respect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

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

It is what it is

The furniture is very uncomfortable. Lower level does not maintain temperature in cold weather. The grill on the patio needs a serious cleaning. The coyotes roaming the property were a nice touch. For a guy’s weekend, its was what we expected, a place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023