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Beautifully updated cottage right in the heart of Fertile, Iowa!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fertile, IA
  • Buddy Holly Crash Site
    11 min drive
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum
    18 min drive
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    19 min drive
  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    18 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Fertile

With a stay at this vacation home in Fertile, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Buddy Holly Crash Site and Pilot Knob State Park. .This vacation home is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Surf Ballroom and Museum and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Rice Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Buddy Holly Crash Site - 11 min drive
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 18 min drive
  • City Beach Park - 18 min drive
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 19 min drive
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Mir - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautifully updated cottage right in the heart of Fertile, Iowa!

Welcome to Memento Vivere, in Fertile, Iowa! Memento Vivere means "Remember you have to Live" and this 122 year old house was completely brought back to life by its owners with modern amenities and a cozy atmosphere, all the while preserving its charm. This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage is the perfect place to get away from all the hustle and bustle of life. With a separate workspace, dining room, living room, kitchen, coffee/wine bar - this house has everything you need to relax and unwind.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, a playground, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tracy

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Beautifully updated cottage right in the heart of Fertile, Iowa! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. The cottage is adorable, spotless, and well stocked for any need that may arise during your stay! We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving 2024
My husband and I visited Fertile Iowa to spend thanksgiving week with our son who is a college wrestler. We wanted to make our trip as close to our “home” as possible as we live in South Louisiana, and haven’t seen our son in many months. The home was very cozy and had absolutely everything we could ever need. I was able to cook several large meals with ease and entertain 4 other athletes including 2 high school aged girls. There was plenty of room and the home was very well decorated. We will hopefully be able to stay again in a few months when we come back to visit. Thank you for hosting our family ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
My second stay at this location. Quiet, clean and comfortable. A short drive to both Clear Lake and Diamond Jo Casino. I really enjoy staying at this property and it is just like the pictures. I’ll be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters weekend
We had a wonderful time in this home. It’s beautiful, clean and so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loree V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This was our second time staying here and it's just as perfect as it was the first time. It's a great location and very clean. It's so relaxing and just a joy to come "home" to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Stunning
Beautiful property. Absolutely everything we needed and LOTS MORE! Lots of comfy blankets and pillows. Comfy beds. Campfire pit. Great communication with host. Easy check-in. Great instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend
My husband, best friend, and her husband came down for a wedding in Joice. We loved the idea of having our own space vs staying at the casino. We hung out, played games, and had the best time in this gorgeous small town home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Perfect house~ so cute and beautifully decorated!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect space for our family.
For our weekend stay it was myself, my wife, our 4yr old and my mother. The bed on the main floor was helpful for my mom (no stairs), and the rest of us slept upstairs. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This house was originally my Father's Great Grandmother's place and it was so meaningful to rent it and be apart of that history. It was beautifully redone and enjoyed the time there. Thank you for renewing our old family home into a new life and new memories for years to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Comfortable
Just what we were after...a quiet few days away from work. A perfect location...minutes from Clear Lake and Mason City. From an awesome art gallery to wonderful meals, including right there in Fertile and sight seeing around Clear Lake, they were all were enjoyable! Second time in the home, we will continue coming back from time to time. Thank you..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kailtin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay for a long weekend!
The property was recently renovated and as beautiful as it looks in the photos. Would highly recommend this property if you would like to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Daughter
We enjoyed the house getting away from the wedding busyness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend away!
This home is beautiful! Just as shown in the photos. Very clean, has everything you would need for the perfect weekend away. The host was also attentive when we had any questions. We will be booking again! Love being able to walk to dinner at Cafe Mir, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loree V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
The home was absolutely lovely. It was very clean and just had a wonderful feel. It was close to restaurants and activities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
This was a great place for a short girls weekend away stay. Quiet, beautiful and owner was very accommodating. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Came for a wedding. Very clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fertile Iow
Wonderful home. Everything that was promised and more. Beautifully decorated in a eclectic manner.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!!
Cute, quaint home in quiet little town! Hosts were super helpful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Time!
This cottage is SO cute and has everything you will need to have a relaxing and incredible time! Our family spent time at the coffee shop and the market, fishing in the town park, and fishing/exploring in Clear Lake and Mason City. This cottage is close to many attractions, yet in minutes allows you to get away to a quiet and serene town that is a true escape. Tracy is amazing with which to work and the property is adorable. You will enjoy this! If we are ever planning a trip to the area again, this is the first property we will search for a vacancy! Thank you, Tracy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
Everything was perfect. Beautiful setting and well stocked for a getaway. Fire pit was an added bonus! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The property was exceptional and exactly as advertised. Clean and quiet location and a short drive to Clear Lake and Mason City. I’ll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Experience
We were very pleased with this house. It is beautiful, comfortable and well appointed. The neighborhood is quiet and this town is not far away from a larger city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023