This is my first time back under its new ownership. The charm of an older house is there. It is…read morevery clean and focused on guest comfort. The location near the Grinnell College campus is ideal. The hosts bent over backwards to make sure we had a great stay. It's a perfect place to stay!

We had a great stay here and would highly recommend. The house was very clean with lots of…read moreinteresting books, magazines, and local information. Dorothy has some beautiful English and Irish china and crystal as well. She was very accommodating regarding our schedule, and we can't say enough about the breakfast. It was different each day and oh so good - from individual soufflés to homemade granola, homemade Irish soda bread, poached pears, homemade strawberry jam, and fresh fruit. It was a wonderful way to start the day!

I stayed at Weis Mansion B&B during Con-Quest, and it made the whole trip better. The house itself…read moreis beautiful and full of historic charm, the accommodations were clean and comfortable, and the hosts went out of their way to make me feel welcome. The architecture is breathtaking and the details that have been put into every room make you feel like you're stepping back in time. If you are looking for a stay with more warmth and personality than a standard hotel, this is the place. Thank you to Chris and Kelly for the wonderful experience.

Highly recommend staying here! It is so comfortable and relaxing. The rooms are perfect, and the…read morehosts are exceptional. We really enjoyed our visit and just wish we could have stayed longer. It is very hard to come by fantastic customer service these days but Kelly and Chris have it mastered. It felt like staying with old friends.

I wish I could give a rating of infinity!!!! Renee and Jim are absolutely wonderful people. We…read morereally were treated like family. We rented the cottage for a few months, on and off, and it was so comfortable and home-like. Super clean! Renee made sure we didn't want for anything, and she makes THE best pumpkin bread! They went out of their way to help with anything we needed. The property is beautiful and well kept and is close to anything you might need. The bed is amazingly comfortable with pillows galore. Ohhh and the jacuzzi tub!!!! It fits two people easily and is just heavenly. There's a skylight and plants which for me, was so relaxing. Looking to get married? Jim has you covered. (Found that out at the end) Do yourself a favor. Instead of staying at a large hotel, dealing with lobbies and other guests, stay in the cottage. PS. After having Renee's pumping bread, I wish we had opted for the breakfast!!

We got married on April 1, 2022. Because of COVID we had kept postponing our wedding. We decided to…read morehave a small wedding and this was a wonderful location for us.. The bed-and-breakfast is beautiful and Pastor James is a very nice man. He was able to book me in for a wedding with a two week notice. So it was wonderful that he had time for us! If you do not have an officiant an/or venue for a very small wedding I recommend Pastor James!

This has to be of of the best bed and breakfast my husband and I have ever stayed at. The host was…read morevery nice. The room was very clean and spacious. The breakfast was am amazing home cooked meal and I can tell you we left with full stomachs. This is a place we would without a doubt stay again!

Loved, Loved, Loved our little cottage we stayed at in the Amana Colonies! Clean, cheerful, and…read morebeautifully decororated. Breakfast was brought to our room and it was a hot breakfast.....not just a bagel and fruit. If you get a chance.... stay at Abbi's Cottage in Amana!

Clean, homey, and lovely. The rooms are comfortable, the food is delicious, and the owners could…read morenot be friendlier. The historic building had great architectural features - the bare brick and timbers are amazing. Any amenity you can think of has been provided and the prices are very reasonable. A perfect place start your Amana visit.

What a wonderful experience!! Our sweet hostess was there for our every need. Beautiful bedrooms…read moreand we slept great. Then woke to a Scrumptious breakfast!! Great place for a family reunion. Definitely will return. ‍

Everything was amazing, from the room to the food. The hosts…read morewere gracious and welcoming, and every detail of the house was perfect.

If you are anywhere near here, treat yourself to what must be one off the best b&bs in the US…read more Sound like excessive praise? No. This place is just amazing. Every single detail of this house is beautifully done. Take a step into the turn of the century. How could you not pour yourself a thimble of sherry and sit quietly in the living room just absorbing the wonder, thinking about the intervening 125 years, the lives lived; the joys and sorrows, the losses, the loves. Magical? Indeed. (Feeling peckish? There are probably a few fresh baked goodies in the kitchen.) The feather bed was.....a dream! Lovely soaps and lotions are all here for bathing. Big cozy super fresh towels and best linens. And breakfast. Wow. You won't need lunch. It changed daily. A generous bowl of fresh fruit with yogurt always started it. Then each day was different-a frittata, French toast, pancakes, eggs with sausages or bacon. Yum. I sort of don't want to leave. But. Yeah. Back to life. Back to reality. I love my home but this has been grand.

After the adventure to find the location, I was greeted by Shelley and Ken. Such nice people with…read morealmost 30 years of experience in the bed and breakfast side of hospitality. The food was excellent! The carriage house is very cozy. There is a small refrigerator, ironing board, microwave, and even bottles of water for the guests in a shared area. The room I stayed in twice was on the main floor with a very comfortable bed with nice linens, sofa, and table with good lighting. The bathroom is small but had everything I needed including a nice shower. The entire place was spotlessly clean. Access to the carriage house was easy. Parking is in the driveway. I felt very safe at all times. The outdoor gardens are beautiful. Shelley shared books of pictures of the storm that went through a few years ago and destroyed a lot of the trees. The damage was terrible but seeing their place now you'd never know that storm ever happened. I was heading north and stayed at Belmont B & B on the way up. I loved it so much I wanted to stay on the way back. They were booked full so I changed my travel dates so I could stay here. If I'm ever passing through Cedar Rapids again, I'll hope to find a room open so I can stay a third time. The location is not far off the beaten path and a short distance from Amana Colonies. I almost forgot to mention the other guests were so nice. Both times our breakfast conversations were interesting and genuinely enjoyed. Stay here! If they have an opening book it as soon as you see it so you do not miss out!

I did an overnight trip to Cedar Rapids, and am very glad I found this B&B, rather than staying in…read morea soulless hotel. Shelley and Ken have converted the carriage house of their historic home into comfortable rooms with period furnishings but also modern amenities like WIFI and satellite television. The grounds are extensive, and must be a great pleasure in warm weather. Breakfast is awesome! Delicious food and plenty of it. I enjoyed chatting with the other guests, and hearing the history of the property from our hosts. Though I don't have any dietary restrictions, Shelley did ask about that, so I'm sure they could accommodate those if necessary. Belmont Hill is an unexpected bit of Victoriana in a neighborhood of '70s ranch homes, though separated from them. If you are looking to be "where the action is", it may not be for you. But if you want friendly people, a comfortable room, good food, and a relaxing "no pressure" atmosphere, Belmont Hill is definitely your place.

We loved Daissy's hospitality and the room was comfy and homey! The location is excellent. If you…read moreare ever going to Iowa City make sure you stay at A Bella Vista Place Bed and Breakfast!!

A Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast is in an ideal location in Iowa City for recreation and getting…read morearound. Just a few blocks from downtown and City Park. I stayed here for my annual visit to Iowa--the University of Iowa is my alma mater. The owner, Daissy is a very welcoming, friendly and kind host. I enjoyed the conversations and stories we had over breakfast. The room was clean and comfortable, with all the amenities one would expect from a B&B. The food was delicious and well-presented. I had a relaxing stay at A Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast.

What a delightful experience. This home is beautiful, and the owners couldn't be better. They are…read morekind, helpful, and very interesting people. And the breakfasts--oh my goodness. Delicious. The bed is very comfortable, great amenities (tea station, cold water station, makeup remover towelettes), great attached bathroom, desk if you need to work and fast WiFi. We were very happy that we stayed for 2 nights.

Loved this bed & breakfast! Chris(tine) and Doug provided a welcoming, hospitable environment that…read moreis as social or private and quiet as you wish. You'll be greeted by a heaping pile of home-baked oatmeal cookies AND an adorable & friendly pug-beagle named Jemma. The Blue Room on the second floor has a private shower and toilet, all very clean, and a comfy bed with armchair + mini-fridge. Self-service tea is right outside the door. Our weekday breakfast included lemon blueberry scones baked from scratch, oatmeal apple muffins (zucchini muffins the next day), and a giant, sizzling cheese-mushroom-onion-tomato frittata with coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice, and gourmet teas. Oats and flax also available. Organic berries and cantaloupe. Will definitely stay here again if ever back in town... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

This place is wonderful! Its like a little piece of home…read more Clean, quiet comfortable. Owner Mark is a really nice guy. He cares about his guests and keeps you informed. If i have a need to stay in Iowa city again I'm staying here!

Super uncomfortable bed. Sink made loud humming sound. Didn't even make it the whole night before…read morehaving to book hotel. Would not recommend the Burford inn.