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.

What lovely place to spend the weekend! This beautiful carriage house has every amenity and is…read morelocated in a quiet neighborhood near plenty to do. Not only was it decorated in wonderful Victorian style but the breakfast was to die for. Enormous omelettes with bacon, fruit, bagels, and they shared their delicious homemade strawberry rhubarb jam with us. A true treat in the Cedar Valley area.

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!

We stayed here this past weekend for a family event and for small town Iowa, this was a great…read morefacility. We booked all three bedrooms, used the sitting room in the larger bedroom as a kids campground, and everything worked out great. The owner was super nice and breakfast was a hit with the kids. I recommend this B&B if you are looking for a place to stay in the area.

From the owner: Enjoy this totally restored Victorian home, built in 1896, which has been in the family for four…read moregenerations. All woodwork has been refurbished to the original state. Separate entrance for bedrooms and open stairway welcome guests to the upstairs area for sleeping rooms and sitting area.

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.

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!

Die Heimat is more than a place to stay in a tourist area - it is more like being at home with…read morefamily. Parking is located behind the 170 year old building - one of the original buildings of the Amana Colonies. As you drive toward the back you are welcomed by lush greenery: trees, shrubs, grass, and beautiful flowers. You note the fire pits and comfortable chairs arranged around the fire. You enter through a back door. Your eyes note the many historic pictures and artifacts while your nose detects a distinct, faint, pleasant smell - a mixture of bakery and fresh linen. As you enter the living area with the antique furniture you are reminded of your grandmother's home. It even feels like home. We were greeted by the amiable owners, John and Karin who treat you like family and offer you warm hospitality and a peaceful retreat in a setting that melds over 170 years of Amana history, culture, and hospitality. They serve a complimentary breakfast from 8-9 am featuring a variety of savory and sweets such as: fruit compote, fruit juices, yogurt, scrambled and herbed eggs, stuffed French Toast (oh my!), old fashioned oatmeal, sausage, biscuits, homemade southern-style gravy, and more. Our bedroom room was filled with antique furniture and adorned with antique quilts and lace, but the beds... Initially, I thought they may be too soft, but was I in for a surprise. I slept through the night for seven hours both nights. Because of a chronic illness I average 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours of sleep per night with multiple trips out of bed. At Die Heimat, I fell asleep, remained asleep, and awakened after seven hours ready to enjoy the many historical sites in the beautiful Amana Colonies. Thank you John and Karin, for a delightful visit. We look forward to visiting with you in a few months on our next visit.

We enjoyed visiting the Amana Colonies and staying at Die Heimat B&B in Homestead, Iowa. We had a…read morevery nice room on the first floor with private bath. Our breakfast was really delicious and plentiful. They even had our favorite mango juice. Marc and June were lovely hosts. I'm very into German Heritage and was interested to find out their background. Marc is very handy and has done a wonderful job of keeping the house in good shape.

I stayed at the Best Western over Thanksgiving, but had to leave early because of the winter storm…read more Unfortunately, they wouldn't refund the unused night. Based on this experience, I wouldn't stay here again.

What a fabulous find!…read more We rolled in around 1 or 2am, exhausted. There wasn't anyone in the lobby, so, we went ahead to the parking garage & came back. The parking garage is conveniently located, easy to access, spots are reserved for guests & validated. On our return, the desk was still empty so we called as instructed. We were greeted promptly by staff, including a trainee. Both were friendly & we were checked in quickly to our VERY QUIET ROOM. I was expecting it to be noisy on rolling up, but we were pleasantly surprised by the sound-deadening brick added to the walls. We slept great! The room temperatue didnt fluctuate wildly & the bed was comfy. We skipped breakfast we slept so well. If I were to really look for something to complain about, it would be that there were 3 decaf coffee pods & only one caffeinated. We brought our own, so turns out we didn't have to fight over the good 1