<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><image><url>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/templates/Thematic_BLUE3/img/logo.gif</url><title>eSyndiCat Directory 2.2 :: VacationTimeSearch</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/</link></image><title>Lodgings</title><description>Lodgings</description><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/</link><item><title>Blue Belle Inn Bed &amp; Breakfast</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Blue-Belle-Inn-Bed-Breakfast-l531.html</link><description>Welcome to Victorian Elegance at the Blue Belle Inn Bed &amp; Breakfast!  

Located in St. Ansgar, Iowa, &quot;The Best little Hometown in Iowa&quot;, the Blue Belle Inn Bed and Breakfast awaits you! 

Rediscover the romance of the 1890&#039;s while enjoying the comfort and convenience of the new millennium in one of six distinctively decorated guest rooms.

Built in 1896, the interior of this Queen Anne Victorian is highlighted by fireplaces, wood floors, tin ceilings with ornate moldings, and eight foot maple pocket doors.

Leaded glass, stained glass and crystal chandeliers set in bay and curved windows pockets create a shimmering interplay of light and color.

A gleaming maple banister winds to the second floor and opens onto a balcony overlooking sprawling maple trees, flowers and a fish pond.

Candlelit, lace-covered tables, heirloom china and festive foodstuffs featuring German, English, French Italian, Scandinavian or American Country cuisines provide an unforgettable dining experience for weekend guests and local patrons alike.

Curl up in a corner with a good book or explore St. Ansgar&#039;s unique Victorian, antique and country stores, tea room, and bridal theatre.

Rent a canoe from a local purveyor and float down the Cedar River or bring your bicycle and take a scenic countryside ride.

Hunting, cross country skiing, golfing, fishing and hiking are favorite local pastimes.

Events at the Inn include concerts, murder mysteries, horse-drawn sleigh rides, quilting, cooking, craft workshops, and various other good times throughout the year.

</description></item><item><title>Chimney Rock Canoe Rental &amp; Campground</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Chimney-Rock-Canoe-Rental-Campground-l520.html</link><description>Our property lies along the scenic Upper Iowa River in extreme Northeast Iowa. The Upper Iowa River has been recognized by National Geographic&#039;s Adventure Magazine as one of the top 100 adventures in the United States. Located along the &quot;Chimney Rocks&quot; on a private farm, we offer a relaxing, rustic country atmosphere. We are open year-round (November 1 - April 1 by advance reservation only) and welcome anglers (trout and bass) hunters (deer, turkey, and pheasant), and nature lovers (hiking, biking, snowmobiling and cross county skiing). 
</description></item><item><title>Country Homestead Bed and Breakfast </title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Country-Homestead-Bed-and-Breakfast-l532.html</link><description>Its time to experience the Loess Hills Country Homestead Bed and Breakfast in Turin, Iowa.

Country Homestead Bed &amp; Breakfast- Where a change of pace is better than a vacation and a sense-of-place is soothing to the soul.

Country Homestead Bed and Breakfast is located between Omaha &amp; Sioux City in western Iowa and the heart of the Loess Hills. Celebrate a special occasion at the Bed and Breakfast or enjoy the player piano and quiet country pursuits. During your stay at the Country Homestead Bed &amp; Breakfast you have the opportunity to see the native prairie of Western Iowa and the Loess Hills.

 In the midst of what was once the tall grass prairie, the historic Country Homestead Bed and Breakfast is nestled in the Loess Hills of Western Iowa, overlooking the Missouri River Valley. 
The house was built by R.T. Reese and his family after they homesteaded the farm in 1855. It has been enlarged by succeeding generations and opened as a Bed and Breakfast in 1992. It is open year round.


&quot;Where a change of pace is better than a vacation, and a sense-of-place is soothing to the soul.&quot;
</description></item><item><title>Mason House Inn Bed &amp; Breakfast</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Mason-House-Inn-Bed-Breakfast-l525.html</link><description>Chuck and Joy Hanson invite  you to stay in their charming 162-year old Mason House Inn Bed &amp; Breakfast located in historic  Bentonsport, Iowa.   This antique hotel was built in 1846 by Mormon craftsmen coming from Nauvoo, Illinois, as a hotel for the steamboat travelers.  It is nestled on the banks of the beautiful Des Moines River.  (Bentonsport is one of the Villages of Van  Buren County that were among Southeast Iowa&#039;s very first settlements.)

A full country breakfast is served in the 40 foot dining room at the time of your choice.  Please let Joy know if you have any dietary restrictions.  She will be happy to adjust the menu accordingly.

&quot;There is a cookie jar  in  every room.&quot;  And, as some of our taller guests will attest,  comfortable beds that are of adequate 21st  Century size.  We feature King, Queen, and Extra-long double beds.  Some rooms also include a twin bed or two for families.  And all rooms have free wireless internet access, just ask us for the password.

Our Caboose Cottage is in a real railroad caboose from the Roscoe, Snyder &amp; Pacific Railway line from Texas.  It features a queen-size bed, satellite TV with DVD player, free wireless internet access, a dining area, full kitchen and private bathroom with shower.  Come to the Main house dining room for breakfast with the other guests.  A great, fun place to stay for train enthusiasts of all ages.

Ideal location for retreats, seminars, reunions, honeymoons, wedding groups, church groups,  Murder Mysteries, quilting retreats, book club retreats, weekend get-aways, and anytime you want to &#039;get away from it all&#039;.

We  urge you to inquire and make your reservations early, as we have only nine rooms (each with its own private bath).  We are OPEN ALL YEAR.  If you are looking for Southeast Iowa lodging, accommodations, or hotels, we urge you to consider our cozy Bed and Breakfast in friendly, historic Bentonsport, Iowa.

</description></item><item><title>R Campground </title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/R-Campground-l523.html</link><description>R Campground Inc. is a privately owned and operated campground.  It was established in November 1999 with the sole intention of filling a need for a recreational camping area in the Charles City area.

The campground covers approximately 18 acres along the Cedar River and contains an additional 3 acre pond.  

R Campground is open from April to November each year.  Campers may register for their stay at the registration box by the house located in the campground.  Advanced reservations are suggested for busy camping weekends such as Memorial Day Weekend and the 4th of July and the may be made via telephone at (641) 257-0549.  Campers are also welcome to register at the Trail Stop Mart upon arrival.

Pets are welcome as long as they are kept on leashes and their owners are willing to clean up after them. 

</description></item><item><title>Redwood Resort</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Redwood-Resort-l524.html</link><description>Visit Redwood Resort, located on beautiful Lost Island Lake in Ruthven, Iowa - the heart of Iowa&#039;s natural lakes region! 

The main attractions of the Iowa Great Lakes region are the glacier-carved lakes known for both their impressive scenic splendor and the many recreational opportunities. The three principal lakes of the group are Spirit Lake, West Okoboji Lake, and East Okoboji Lake. They are the largest natural lakes in the state of Iowa. These excellent lakes, along with Minnewashta, Center Lake, and Upper and Lower Gar, are the Iowa Great Lakes. In addition, there are more than a dozen other lakes within minutes of the Iowa Great Lakes region, including Lost Island Lake!

Redwood Resort, on beautiful Lost Island Lake, is a family-oriented resort offering access to Iowa&#039;s sixth largest natural lake, cabin and campsite rentals, resort activities, and pure relaxation. 

Redwood Resort offers camping on large sites, rustic cabins, and large homes for your getaway stay.

The family-oriented atmosphere, recreational opportunities, and beautiful scenery make Redwood Resort a great place to vacation all summer or just for a weekend getaway. The lakes region is the perfect destination for water sports enthusiasts, offering the best in fishing, boating, swimming, and tubing.

Special offseason pricing is available for ice fishermen or winter getaways. Contact us for our special rates!

...Redwood Resort 
</description></item><item><title>Strawberry Farm Bed and Breakfast</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Strawberry-Farm-Bed-and-Breakfast-l527.html</link><description>The world is spinning by us today at such a rate, somedays we have to take a break, look around and just enjoy being here.  Strawberry Farms enjoys being able to help people get away for a while.  Whether you are a business traveler seeking a comfortable home away from home, a couple celebrating your most important anniversary, newlyweds happy to be on your own, or a visitor from a far land seeking the accommodations that allow you to explore a new world, Strawberry Farm will help you enjoy the day.  Comfort, pleace, and a good conversation are all pieces of the service that Strawberry Farm provides.</description></item><item><title>Taylor Hill Lodge</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Taylor-Hill-Lodge-l533.html</link><description>Offers six bedrooms,four full baths, and a family-sized dining and sitting area in an English barn built in the early 1890&#039;s. </description></item><item><title>The Fitch House Bed &amp; Breakfast </title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/The-Fitch-House-Bed-Breakfast-l529.html</link><description>The Fitch House Bed &amp; Breakfast started out as a father and son building a garage.  The garage became extremely large, and they continued to build in the top of the two story garage. This is how we got a beautiful 1,200 square foot suite.


Now we are proud to offer a 1,200 square foot suite with two bedrooms, three beds, living room, dining room and bathroom.  Extra&#039;s include the full kitchen, laundry room and your own garage.  These homey accomadations are totally secluded from any other guests. 
For those who want to experience the pioneering days, we have a refurbished chicken coop.  That&#039;s right, with air conditioning and dairy heat!  You even can use an old-fashioned out-house if you feel the urge.
We also are stocked with hundreds of antique items that are for sale.  Check out our two display cabinets as well as any items in the suite.  Just ask! </description></item><item><title>The Gardner House Bed and Breakfast</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/The-Gardner-House-Bed-and-Breakfast-l526.html</link><description>Here you will step back in time to a slower pace of life. A time filled with antiques and mementos from the past. In our fully restored 1903 Queen Anne Victorian, you can relax in elegant surroundings or enjoy the view from our old-fashioned front porch. During the spring, summer, and fall months, a yard filled with flowers will beckon you to &quot;stop and smell the roses.&quot;
Afternoon treats greet the visitor upon arrival. The next morning your full breakfast can be served in your room, the formal dining room, or on the front porch. Homemade breads are our specialty!</description></item><item><title>The Limburg House</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/The-Limburg-House-l530.html</link><description>The Limburg House was built in 1905 by Paul Stillman.  Dr. J.I. Limburg M.D. purchased the home in 1937, where his medical offices were on the second floor.  The innkeepers, Donna and Eldon Nelson, purchased the home in 1990.  They, along with their children, Shawn and Shane, then began renovations on the home.  By 1997, plans were underway to create a Bed and Breakfast.

Preservations to the mission oak staircase, hardwood floors, and woodwork were completed by the innkeepers.  In the parlor and formal dining room there are Victorian Antiques and a large display of Dr. Limburg&#039;s surgical instruments.

The guest accommodations consist of two suites with sitting rooms and private baths, and one double suite room with a sitting room and private bath, all in Victorian Decor.

</description></item><item><title>The Lion &amp; The Lamb Bed &amp; Breakfast</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/The-Lion-The-Lamb-Bed-Breakfast-l528.html</link><description>Experience elegant accommodations in this beautifully restored Queen Anne, Victorian mansion. The home was built in 1892 by the local lumber baron, W.C. Ellis.

To highlight the unique architecture, seven colors were chosen to detail this beautiful &quot;Painted Lady&quot;. Inside you will find seven fireplaces each with ornate wood &amp; tiled mantles. Walk through pocket doors into rooms with ten foot ceilings and parquet floors. Behold vibrant fall colors through stained glass windows. Ascending the beautiful open staircase from the oak paneled Great Hall, is only a sampling of the six species of woodwork through out the home.

</description></item><item><title>Timberline Campground </title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Timberline-Campground-l521.html</link><description>Timberline Campground is nestled on the outskirts of Waukee, Iowa, which is located just a few miles west of West Des Moines. It is conveniently situated one and a half miles away from Interstate 80, but your ears won’t be able to tell. From the shady campsites to the immaculate facilities, Timberline Campground continues to delight its guests time and time again. Let your hosts, Dick and Deb Christensen, show you how Timberline Campground provides country camping with city convenience!

</description></item><item><title>Twin Anchors Campground</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Twin-Anchors-Campground-l522.html</link><description>Need a weekend away? Come visit Twin Anchors Campground. 

We are located at the crossroads of the nation, where the Jefferson Highway meets the Lincoln Highway or in modern terms US Hwy 65 and US Hwy 30. Twin Anchors Campground is just 12 miles east of Ames, IA, home of Iowa State University. We are a favorite campground to many families who have been coming to visit for 42 years. We have whatever you may need for a fun-filled family weekend!! Check out our list of activities and amenities. We spend our time making memories for you and your family. Your kids will beg to come back time and time again. 

Reservations are highly recommended from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. See our reservation page for complete details. We have daily, weekly, monthly and yearly sites available. So get your reservations booked and we will see you soon!! 
</description></item><item><title>UPPER IOWA RESORT &amp; RENTAL</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/UPPER-IOWA-RESORT-RENTAL-l518.html</link><description>Nestled in a quiet valley between Waukon and Dorchester, right on the banks of the Upper Iowa River. Owners Bob and Kristi Hager, Aubree, Alyssa, and Alaina invite you to visit their 29-acre private campground and recreational facility. Offering swimming, canoeing, inner tubing and fishing. The scenic area is ideal for families, anglers, and avid outdoorsmen. Fish the Upper Iowa for walleye and small mouth bass. Or, within five miles of our campground, you&#039;ll find five of Iowa&#039;s best trout streams, and over 1,000 acres of state D.N.R. land. Come experience our warm, down-home friendly atmosphere!
</description></item><item><title>Walnut Acres Campground</title><link>http://www.vacationtimesearch.com/USA/Iowa/IowaLodgings/Walnut-Acres-Campground-l517.html</link><description>Come for the weekend stay for the summer

We are a Family run Campground for Family fun.</description></item></channel></rss>