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With so many beautiful small towns scattered throughout the Hawkeye State, it’s easy to plan a long-weekend vacation right here in Iowa. One of the coolest areas in the state is the Villages of Van Buren, where small-town life is still the norm. A getaway here is a unique vacation for sure, but you can make it truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience when you stay in the Mason House Inn’s Caboose Cottage.

The charming tiny town of Bentonsport is one of the Villages of Van Buren County, and it attracts thousands of visitors every year.
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The beautiful Des Moines River serves as a backdrop to the town, and the historic train bridge is one of the notable landmarks.
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Here in the Villages of Van Buren, you'll find boutiques, scenery, and fine dining — so you'll want to stay a few days!
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The Mason House Inn has been hosting guests since 1846 when it opened as a guest house for steamboat travelers. Today, it offers 10 one-of-a-kind rooms for visitors.
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The most unique room at the Mason House Inn is their Caboose Cottage, next to the historic Wash House.
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This authentic, vintage 1950s era Caboose was once part of Texas' Roscoe, Snyder and Pacific Railway — and now it's one of the rooms!
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You'll love the queen bed and amenities they've crammed into this unique room — you can even climb up to the cupola for a beautiful, panoramic view.
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The Mason House Inn is located on a beautiful property, and you'll enjoy walking around town before you retire to your train car.
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Truly, this is the most unique place to stay in the entire state!

The Mason House Inn is located at 21982 Hawk Dr., Keosauqua, IA 52565. Read more about the history of the Mason House Inn on their website, here, and call (800) 592-3133 to book your stay.

For more about the attractions around the Villages of Van Buren, read A Trip To These Historic Iowa Villages Makes A Picture Perfect Weekend Getaway.

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