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I love Cedar Rapids. It might not be the largest city in Iowa, but it definitely feels like one that is unique and can’t be duplicated in any of the other forty-nine states. That’s mostly due to its unique cultural heritage, including the world-famous Czech Village filled with legacies of the early immigrant population. Everything about this city is distinct, and that includes the places to stay. While there are certainly many hotels here, a unique vacation home rental in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is the perfect place to stay – especially if you’re coming with a large group. The Burnett Cottage, a charming little getaway located in a residential area minutes from the city’s top attractions and dining, sleeps eight and provides so much more than a good night’s sleep. We think it’s one of the best places to stay in Iowa, and we think you will too.

The Burnett Cottage is a hidden gem that blends into a busy city street.
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Inside, this modern house is cast in white and filled with art and modern amenities, including TV and wifi. Best way to put it - it feels like home.
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There's a private kitchen, in case you want to stay in one night instead of exploring the city's nightlife.
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The house sleeps eight - with two bedrooms and a downstairs futon.
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You can get a great look at the city from the charming old-school front porch.
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The cottage is only a short walk away from the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, the city's best museum.
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It's also a record-setter - containing the world's largest collection of Grant Wood art.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA
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For dinner, head to nearby Cobble Hill, one of the state's most acclaimed restaurants.
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Enjoy modern, seasonally influenced new American cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere.
Cobble Hill, 219 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA
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Have you stayed at the Burnett Cottage before? What did you think of this vacation home rental in Cedar Rapids, Iowa? Let us know in the comments section! You can book your own stay at the Burnett Cottage on the official VRBO page, and check out the website of Cobble Hill to see why this restaurant is such a hot ticket. If you want to learn more about Grant Wood’s impact on Cedar Rapids, check out our past coverage of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. And if this is just the start of your adventures this year, check out OnlyInYourState’s list of the best places to stay in Iowa to find your next home base!

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