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The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome

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Upstairs king bedroom with make up stand and mirror to get ready.
Projector, 4 twin beds and 2 couches with one queen hide-a-bed.
Enjoy the river with a firepit & two picnic tables for outdoor activities.
Interior
Front of house view. Driveway large enough for 5-7 vehicles.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cedar Falls, IA
  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Northern Iowa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • UNI-Dome
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Projector Room

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome

Perched on the banks of the Cedar River, The Rest on the River offers a serene escape close to downtown. Upstairs, a projector room awaits with cozy seating for movie nights and gaming sessions. Downstairs, a sun-lit living area boasts panoramic river views. Outside, a spacious backyard features a riverside fire pit, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Two picnic tables provide ideal spots for outdoor dining amidst nature's beauty. A tranquil retreat for memorable relaxation and entertainment.

The space
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms with blackout curtains and riverviews with a variety of bed sizes king, queen, or full.
Bathrooms
Full Bathroom with shower and tub on the main level and a 1/2 bath on the upper level with a sliding barn door.

Dining Room
8 person table next to a sliding glass door with views and access of the river. Next to the table is a serving window to pass through food and drink from the kitchen to the dining room.

Living Room
Sectional couch to sit on while enjoying the electric fireplace and watching the Roku TV. Next to the couch are double glass doors with access to sunporch.

Kitchen
Open kitchen with a range, fridge and freezer, griddle, toaster, and microwave to utilize.

Entry and Laundry Access
Once you enter the dining room, there is an entry bench to sit on to take off your shoes and a coat tree to hang your coat. Next to the entry door is a door with access to the basement with a washer and dryer you may utilize during your stay.

Projector Room
Projector, 4 twin beds and 2 couches (one queen hideabed). A foosball table and various board games and cards to play.

Sunroom
Surrounded with sliding screen doors giving a panoramic view of the river. Access to the backyard and river. Patio furniture including a loveseat, chair, and rocker with cushions.

Backyard
Firepit, swing set, charcoal grill and river access. You must provide your own charcoal.
Guest access
Guests will have access to house, backyard, and driveway. Laundry access includes a washer and dryer to use. Guests will not have garage access.
Other things to note
You can fish from the river with a valid Iowa fishing license. Must bring own fishing gear.

Property manager

Mitchell Van Es
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No unregistered guests allowed unless approved by host. Unapproved guests will be an additional $50/guest.
Additional charges will be given if cleaning procedures and house rules are not followed prior to check out
Park on driveway, not on street. Allowed to park on grass across the street by the field. No access to garage.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Cedar Falls

Located in Cedar Falls, this holiday home is near theme parks. Pheasant Ridge Golf Course and Palmer's Family Fun are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Falls Aquatic Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Lost Island Waterpark and Lost Island Theme Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Cedar Falls, IA

What's nearby

  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Big Woods Lake Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • University of Northern Iowa - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • UNI-Dome - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • McLeod Center - 12 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪4 Queens Dairy Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Falls Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pump Haus Pub & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rest on the River - projector - fire pit - sunroom - contractors welcome located?

This family-friendly Cedar Falls holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cedar River, Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Cedar Falls Community Theatre. Falls Aquatic Center and College Square Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hylan M.

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

Friends & the River

We spent the majority of our time outside at the fire pit, but the property is excellent! We had a great weekend and I would recommend this place highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Peaceful place on the river

We had a wonderful time staying at your place! It was clean, comfortable, and charming. This is a fantastic place to rest, enjoy the wildlife and birds, as well as close to shopping, places to dine and parks to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina D.

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

Quiet retreat

Great relaxing oasis, loved waking up and drinking coffee and staring at the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryant H.

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

Rest on the River Retreat

We had our leadership team do a retreat there and it was wonderful. It is a great setting for this. 5 Stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Stay on the river.

Very nice. Great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

Weekend getaway

We stayed here with our kids and grandkids. There was 9 of us all together, we had a great time. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephani V.

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

Peaceful

Really enjoyed the peacefulness this place had to offer. Very clean and host was very helpful. Definitely see us staying here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

Nice quiet weekend getaway on the river

Property was clean and as advertised. Nice fire ring area. Quiet neighborhood! Communication from host was good and provided us with all information needed. Was also prompt communication. Teens loved the projector in the upper game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa A.

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

Rest on the River

There were 7 adult women, we loved the 4 season room with veiw of the river. Perfect place for esrly morning coffee... The house was very comfortable, layout is a little different, but we also loved the rec room for movie night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay F.

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

Ok on the river

The house is OK however I would not recommend it for people with small children or older adults as there are many steps and different levels to the house which are trip hazards. However, the location was very nice right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A rest on the river

The home is exactly as shown. The location on the river is great. Its peaceful. The neighbors great white Pyrenees Joey stopped by. He was so sweet! We watched the geese, ducks, a woodchuck ran acroos the yard. Birds including a cardinal and every kind of woodpecker. There is one main floor bedroom for grandma and grandpa. We appreciated that! Upstairs was amazing for the kids and family. You will enjoy this little peice of heaven!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Donna T.

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

Loved being next to river

There were 7 of us which stayed 4 nights here. We all loved where this home is located, the large dining room, bedroom on lower floor and especially the enclosed room off the back of house which faced the river! (We all spent a lot of time in this room) There were a few safety issues which concerned us! At the top of stairs to bedrooms/media room there is a small landing which has a door when open blocks the hand railing for first couple feet! (Perhaps put a railing on both sides of door or door should open opposite of what it does) Bathroom on lower floor had a tub/shower but no hand holds for getting in/out for us "older generation" this was a huge safety concern! I do want to say again that even with these concerns we al LOVED staying here together!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Pleasantly surprised

I must admit I was pleasantly surprised. I travel all over the united states this time of year for college wrestling. I have never rented a house before. I am now sad that I didn't choose this option before. The house did not disappoint.. Everything in the house looks almost brand new. From the flooring to the bedding. The house was nicely equipped with everything that you need. It had an awesome view. We had two minor issues with working the fireplace and the projector tv. The house host Mitchell, responded quickly. They were not broken we just couldn't understand how to use them. It is on a dead end road. It was very quiet and we all had wonderful nights of sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jacinda C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Our stay was mid July 2024. Overall, it was a large and spacious house, but a couple of the bedrooms were very small. The layout is very unique and lucky it worked for our group. Only one bedroom on the main floor (still some steps to navigate) and the rest are upstairs. Several other previous reviews mention safety concerns & they weren't wrong. Handrails in the wrong place or non existent. One family member was headed out the front door from the dining room and slipped on the tile and fell down 2 steps VERY hard. There was no handrail. While I understand that it's not listed as "handicap accessible" there are still city codes that must be met. Another danger spot was the first step off the concrete landing onto the driveway. The railing doesn’t extend that far and that step is higher, so it's a bit tricky to navigate, especially for older folks. The river view and sunporch were great, but bring LOTS of bug spray if you want to be outdoors. No dishwasher, so that was a real bummer to discover. I just assumed it had one & that was my fault for not reading the description closer. The description says there is a hot tub, but what I think they meant was the bathroom has a jetted tub, and it's small. The house was generally clean, but I did notice several issues which I addressed directly with the owner & I received a prompt and polite response. All communication with the ower was good before & during the trip. Overall it was a good stay with a few minor issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mitchell Van Es

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Local host that loves the Cedar Valley and wants others to enjoy great the community!

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is tucked away next to the Cedar River just minutes away from downtown Cedar Falls. The river provides a calm escape from the busyness of life, but the location is perfect to be to downtown within a few minutes.

What makes this property unique

The property is very spacious, offers amazing scenery, peaceful, calm, and offers a place for rest.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests