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The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central

Pella vacation home with kitchen

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A bedroom with a bed, a wall clock, a door, and a poster.
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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.
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A picnic setup with a fire, marshmallows, and chocolate bars on a wooden table in a park area with stone buildings in the background.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Pella, IA
  • Place, Central College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Pella

In Pella .Stay at this Pella vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Central College and 2 miles (3 km) of Central Park. Molengracht Plaza and Scholte House Museum & Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Molengracht Plaza - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Scholte House Museum & Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪West Side Social - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central

The Rock House – An 1856 Pella Original
Experience a true piece of Pella history at The Rock House, a charming stone cottage built in 1856 by Dutch homesteaders and thoughtfully restored for modern-day stays.
Located steps from Central College and minutes from downtown Pella, the cottage makes a cozy home base for college visits, weekend getaways and exploring everything Pella has to offer.
Inside, the 750-square-foot home blends original character with comfortable updates. You`ll find warm wood floors, historic details, a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living room and thoughtful touches throughout.
The main-floor bedroom features a king bed, while the upstairs twin loft is a cozy, storybook-like retreat with two twin beds. Please note that the loft is reached by narrow, steep Dutch-style stairs characteristic of historic homes and may not be suitable for guests with mobility concerns.
Outside, enjoy morning coffee or dinner on the patio, then settle into an Adirondack chair around the backyard firepit as the sun goes down.
From here, explore Pella`s Dutch bakeries, shops, restaurants and historic attractions, including the Vermeer Windmill and downtown square. Lake Red Rock is also just a short drive away for hiking, biking, boating and exploring.
Whether you`re coming for a Central College event, Tulip Time, a family visit or simply a quiet weekend away, The Rock House offers something increasingly hard to find—a chance to stay in a little piece of Pella`s history.
This house is a piece of Pella history and has been beautifully restored for our guests to enjoy. All we ask is that you treat it with the care it deserves. Our goal is to share it will people and preserve it, so it can be here for the next 150 years!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

This house is a piece of Pella history and has been beautifully restored for our guests to enjoy.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

376046

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central to the airport?

This vacation home is 52.3 mi (60-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central?

As of Oct 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central on Oct 21, 2026 start from CA $200, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central to downtown Pella?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Pella.

The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable historic house! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice historic cottage experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rock House is charming, and well appointed. The hosted did a great job of fitting modern living into a historic home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Such a cute little house with all of the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location close to downtown pella unique house with everything you need well stocked and clean and host went above and beyond to help with check in will stay again for sure would give it 6 stars
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and a great location to walk or bike with the trail right in front of the house. Pella is a great community with a rich Dutch history. Excellent bakeries, restaurants and coffee shops. A win all the way around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the rock house! It was a great place to stay for our anniversary!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our fourth stay. We love the Rock House. It is a unique and historical cottage in an adorable Dutch town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage that worked well for visiting the college.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a terrific stay at this property! Loved the cleanliness, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The stairs to the upper floor were a bit steep, but that’s the only word of caution I can provide for folks who might have mobility challenges. Overall, we would return here again in a heartbeat! Thanks for a great visit to Pella!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our girls weekend getaway! Close to all the fun shops, coffee, and restaurants. Would definitely come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very functional space without compromising historic integrity of property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fantastic, the place is amazing, thank you so much…Bruce
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming House & Property

Everything was wonderful about this place. We loved it and would absolutely stay here again. Clean, well stocked, and charming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely perfect stay in Pella!

The house is amazing and quaint. Perfect for a relaxing weekend in Pella!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming. House was cozy and well key.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay

The house was perfect for our family get away. We appreciated the comfort of the home and the location to many things. Would highly recommend staying at this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cutest little cottage! It was very clean and the location was great, close to Central college and Pella shops/restaurants, but still had a country feel to it and in a quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing little house

clean, well managed, cozy, beautiful historic place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

Nice place to stay. Nice back yard and flowers and in house amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage! All the comforts from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Stay

The house was beautiful and clean. We were right next to downtown Pella. It was perfect for a relaxing getaway for our anniversary.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

What a beautiful, restored, cozy, clean little house!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fabulous!!! We loved it. Will be back.I’d like to say something negative so we can book it whenever we want, but nothing to say
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family of four had a fantastic stay at this property! It is beautiful, clean, and is thoughtfully equipped. We relaxed and enjoyed the town of Pella. This was a perfect base for exploring the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025