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Trail-Side Rural Retreat

Hosted by Sandi · Oskaloosa, Iowa

7 sites · RV, Tent · 3 acres

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Our 3-acre pasture borders a 13-mile recreational trail that encompasses our entire town. Super easy access to the trail via bike, golf cart, or on foot to the middle school, high school, community auditorium, William Penn University or Lacey Recreational Complex. We live approximately 150 yards from the city limits, but are on a gravel road. It is an easy 7-minute drive to the grocery store, 2 minutes to the local hospital, and the trail is accessible to walkers, golf carts and bicyclists. Our property does not have any hookups, but if needed, there is are a couple of spots where a 110 connection could be accommodated (for an additional $5/night) close to our home that we could have discussions about using. My husband and are I both retired and our property is LGBTQIA+ friendly. Please note on the three acres, we do have 15 laying hens who free-range during the day, but are confined at night. They typically do not have any desire to interact with humans unless you are feeding them and should not present any problems. IF you bring a pet, please insure it is kept controlled and not allowed to interact with our hens or the folks using the recreational trail. As a bonus, for $5 per person we would be happy to whip up a farm-fresh egg breakfast each morning you stay with us. During summer months, guests are welcome to use our above-ground fully-enclosed pool complete with outdoor shower (heated by the power of the sun shining on a garden hose which means hot water is VERY limited!). There is a tiki bar, small deck and lawn furniture inside the pool enclosure. Please stop by the main house to check in when you arrive. We look forward to hosting you!

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Tent site · Sleeps 4

We have 3 acres available on the very edge of the city limits of Oskaloosa. We are immediately adjacent to the 13-mile recreational trail that encompasses the entire city. This provides ease of access via golf cart, bicycle or walking, to the high school, middle school, William Penn Uiversity, George Daily Auditorium and the Lacey Recreation Complex. It is a 7-minute drive to town, and a 2-minute drive to the local hospital. This location will predominantly be open to folks who do not require any hookups (tents, pop-ups, van lifers, etc.), who simply need a spot to set up for a night (or more) to get some rest. With that being said, seasonally we can offer the use of our outdoor pool and shower. NOTE: Those using our pasture for camping will be sharing it with our free-range chickens and we can also offer those for breakfast for a small fee ($5) as well.

Campfires allowed

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 46 ft

We have a large rock area just off the road with 110, 30 or 50 amp service plus water hookup. The site is flat, but does not offer sewer. There is a dump site (Southern Iowa Fairgrounds) for black water just over 2 miles west of the site that allows sewer dumping for a $5 charge.

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100% Recommend9 ratings · 8 reviews

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· September 2025

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I stayed one night on Sandi and Pat's beautiful property on my way across the country. Sandi and Pat greeted me on arrival and gave me a walkthrough of all of the fun amenities they have available on their land, and provided a fire ring to set up at my site. Sandi's chickens even popped out of the coop to say hi too! The fantastic grass lawn provided an extra comfortable place to set my tent up, I enjoyed a lovely evening by the fire as the sun set, and fell asleep to a cool breeze blowing through the trees. A very peaceful and comfortable site!

Adam R.

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· June 2025

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Great spot! We had a baseball tournament in the area and wanted a spot for the weekend. This was perfect, close enough to town but away enough to get some fresh air. Sandi and her husband were kind, helpful, and generous. There was plenty of space and the use of the pool was a huge bonus. We even bought some eggs from them. It’s in the listing but do keep in mind that there’s no toilet! Also there is no table either. Not a deal breaker, but it is something to keep in mind when you’re planning. Would definitely recommend!

Megan E.

3 reviews

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· August 2024

Friendly hosts, quiet camping

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Sandi and her husband were very nice, helpful and let me choose the spot to camp in their acreage. They had a fire ring for me to use and even brought some dried wood and kindling for a fire. Their property is just outside of town, so a short drive to the activities I had come to Oskaloosa for, which was very convenient. I did not have time to use the pool, but it looked tempting!

Fawn B.

2 reviews

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· June 2024

Worth the stay

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Trail-side Retreat - Primitive

There was a big area to choose from to set up camp. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. The pool was really fun, shower was okay. We were the only campers there. We had an amazing breakfast with the hosts at their house, definitely worth the money. Overall we had a great stay!

Alex H.

24 reviews

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· April 2024

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19 ft travel trailer ·

Trail-side Retreat - Primitive

It was very easy to find and to access. I love the fact that it was close to town and we could run in for a bite to eat and resupply.

Robert Z.

3 reviews

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· August 2023

Bucolic Stay

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Lovely spot conveniently located near town! Sandi and her husband were so welcoming and accommodating. I couldn’t recommend their place more, 10/10.

Elias F.

4 reviews

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· June 2023

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Trail-side Retreat - Primitive

Sandi is such a nice person and the property is very nice. I really enjoyed my night staying there! I would recommend it to anybody with a tent and a motorcycle. It was a fun night. -Michael

4 Borings B.

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· May 2023

15 ft travel trailer ·

Trail-side Retreat - Primitive

We really enjoyed our stay. Sandi is very welcoming and the property is beautiful. There were many options to park and it was nice and quiet so we slept great.

Margerethe B.

4 reviews

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Oskaloosa, Mahaska, Iowa, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Sandi T.

Joined in April 2023

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