The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub | House in Washington
4 Bedroom House in Washington
Old house lovers buckle up! This historic remodel is brimming with charm, craftsmanship, and character. Built to entertain couples, friends, family, or groups seeking a retreat, this house will keep your crew cozy, curious, and inspired. Enjoy cocktails in the parlor, or bring the group together for a movie in the living room. Host a ping-pong tourney or keep things quiet with a book on the upstairs sleeping porch. Take your morning coffee on the quaint breakfast porch or front porch. This home has four upstairs bedrooms. The primary has a king bed and en-suite. Two bedrooms have a queen bed and the fourth bedroom has two full sized beds. On the main level, guests are free to add a supplied air mattress in the living room (made private with pocket doors). You’ll enjoy white linen sheets and duvets on all beds. Once home to IA's first female secretary of state, Ola Babcock Miller, this house tells a unique story. The original family boasted numerous notable accomplishments. One ran for governor. Another had the state library named after them, and another was named one of America's 100 most influential people after founding Gallup Polling, still in business today. After spending a year renovating the home, we aimed to keep its unique history alive. We picked historical colors: sophisticated greens and Midwest whites. We kept unique, antique light fixtures and saved the original fireplace (decommissioned), pocket doors, floors, and woodwork. All that's to say we sprinkled modern touches all throughout. Whimsical wallpaper, fresh tile shower, and butcher block kitchen counters/stainless appliances were important to give guests an upscale, truly unique bnb stay. Like many old homes, this one has rooms on rooms on rooms. We imagined groups being able to split up and enjoy the home on their own while coming together at the end of the day. The butler's pantry, breakfast porch, sleeping porch, and parlor are unique rooms that allow guests to slip away for some privacy. We've called it the ultimate hide-and-seek house more than once. This home sits on a diverse street with some other neat old homes. Its proximity to downtown makes it ideal for guests who want to stay in a quiet location. Pop downtown during the day and enjoy Washington’s cafes and unique shopping options. Also check out Washington's Guinness World Record-Winning movie theater. On S Marion you’ll likely see families out on walks with kids and enjoy additional privacy with front porch screens and privacy lattice on the south-facing deck.
The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub is located in Washington. The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.
The Historic Ola Babcock Miller Retreat with Hot Tub has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Washington has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Washington, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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2+ bathrooms
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Shampoo
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Sofa bed
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Living room
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Dining room
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Stovetop
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Electric car charging station on site
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Area rugs in public areas
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No elevators
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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6 stairs to reach property
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Cycling nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Basketball nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Casino nearby
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Arcade/game room
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Table tennis
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Water-efficient showers only
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Recycling
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Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
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Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)
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Reusable coffee/tea filters
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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In a village
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Near a hospital
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Balcony
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Outdoor furniture
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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