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Plum Grove Inn


  • Designed by architect Thomas McInerney and built in 2007, the inn offers up-to-the-minute conveniences while lovingly incorporating the beauty of tradition.

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    Our home is a newly constructed energy efficient traditional-modern hybrid home with salvaged Iowan dark walnut wainscotting in the dining room and receiving area. Each quest room has its own private bathing and restroom suite custom designed by the host, owner and resident architect. Iowa City downtown is a 25-minute walk or 7 minute drive away.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Thomas is a licensed Architect (RA) and Shelly is a licensed Nurse (RN).

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    • Homestay Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Gourmet breakfast

    • Green Building Design

    • Reclaimed hardwood flooring

    • Salvaged millwork

    • Steamed-pressed sheets

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Hairdryer

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Secretarial services

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Clawfoot tubs

    • Pillow-top Queen-sized Mattress

    • Roof top terrace

    • Steamed-pressed sheets

    • Fully tiled private bathrooms

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  • Lydia's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $130/$199

    Easterly located room with a Queen bed and full claw-foot bath and nearby access to roof patio.

    Sophie's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $130/$199

    Westerly upstairs room with queen-size bed charming adjacent private full bath.

    The Architect's Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $130/$199

    The "office suite" is for your use after 4pm till 11am the next day. A hand-tiled shower within a 3/4 restroom and ground floor access are the notable unique features for this architectural luxery. mini refrigerator in room.

    Breakfast Dining Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 0

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Breakfast is served here on the main floor.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm- 6 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: Special events and holiday require 2 night stay.

    • Deposit amount required: One night's stay is required at time of reservation.

    • Cancellations: 7 day cancellation policy. If cancellation occurs less than 7 days before registration date, full room charge will be incurred. Multiple room and whole house reservation has a 30 day cancellation policy with additional stipulations.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Breakable items are everywhere.

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Weekends only and continental weekdays

    • Time Served: 8 am - 9:30 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

  • Location Type

    • Plum Grove, Iowa City

    • University of Iowa

    • City

    • Small town

    • Suburban


    City

    • Cedar Rapids

    • Distance to city: 32 miles

    • Directions to property:


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Amish country - Kalona

    • Country Shops and Boutiques

    • Amana Colonies

    • Iowa Hawkeye Football

    • University of Iowa

    • Day trip to the Mississippi river 23 miles

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Overall 
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    Write a review

    Home Sweet Home in Iowa City

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Shelly and Tom gave me the kindest sweetest treatment I've ever received. My room was stately in the classic presidential fashion and clean to a fault. The direct tv was a nice touch, but I really appreciated the excellent wifi connection the most. I would stay there every time I travel through Iowa City. Finally it was the weekend before christmas and my stay included an amazing breakfast with christmas treats to top it off. Thanks Shelly and Tom!


    Julian Visit 12/15/11

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    The hostess (Shelly) is an absolute delight and an imaginative exceptional cook. Her passion for glassware is apparent and interestingly displayed as well as used. Rooms are somewhat small but very warm and inviting. The only drawback was hanging clothes, as one has to use a number of small wall hooks scattered about that hold only a few hangers each. All things considered we look forward to a return visit.


    Great Place to Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We stayed overnight recently and really enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful and our hosts were very welcoming. The breakfast we had in the morning was simply amazing. It was one of the best breakfast's I have ever eaten in my life. I look forward to a return visit.


    Wonderful

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    The house is great! The owners are charming and the breakfast was phenomenal!!!!!!


    A perfect mid-western experience!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    This was our 1st visit to Iowa City. We were there to attend a family wedding and flew from California into St. Louis. Our timing meant that we arrived in Iowa City around noon and then we had a rehearsal dinner in the afternoon. Shelly was very accommodating and allowed us to check in early. She also offered to change our room to the room downstairs, which worked out much better for us. The home was spotlessly clean and we thoroughly enjoyed every delicious breakfast. Shelly and Thomas were happy to share the story of the building of the house and the acquisition of the beautiful work work. Shelly also told us about a Civl War site and printed a map of how to find it, which we stopped by on the way back to St. Louis. We thank you so much for everything. We highly recommend the Plum Grove Inn. Marty & Dick


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