Food scene
The Drift
112 North 1st AvenueA great place for a craft cocktail and some food
Sports Page
224 IA-92A little bit of everything to eat!
A huge favorite! Your classic walk up ice cream. Or grab a walking taco / tenderloin / hot dog / cheese balls.
Frostee's
101 E Green StA huge favorite! Your classic walk up ice cream. Or grab a walking taco / tenderloin / hot dog / cheese balls.
Hy-Vee Market Grille Express
923 North 1st AvenueA great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Your classic soda fountain diner in the back of our Pharmacy. Great for breakfast!
Montross Pharmacy/Gift Shop/Fountain
120 N 1st AveYour classic soda fountain diner in the back of our Pharmacy. Great for breakfast!
Hy-Vee
923 N 1st AveNeed a few staples to cook with?
Fareway Grocery
719 IA-92Groceries for your last minute needs!
THE BEST COFFEE IN TOWN in the the absolutely cutest little "petite" cafe. Enjoy a latte or grab yourself a yummy pastry. On the weekends you can find more breakfast/lunch items.
Petite Cafe
THE BEST COFFEE IN TOWN in the the absolutely cutest little "petite" cafe. Enjoy a latte or grab yourself a yummy pastry. On the weekends you can find more breakfast/lunch items.
Urban Taproom and Grille
Yummy food, pizzas and drinks! Catch a band on the patio!
Drinks
Winterset Cidery
1638 US-169Enjoy the yummy cider + local music
Covered Bridges Winery
2207 170th TrailEnjoy the rolling hills and a glass of local wine
Big Rack Brew Haus
2475 Hiatt Apple RdRight down the road from us!
Our dear friends and yummiest home roasted coffee. If they are open, get yourself some yummy coffee or latte, and enjoy their 80 acres - fluffy dogs, horses, goats and all the kitties.
Pammel Park Coffee Company
1968 Pammel Park RoadOur dear friends and yummiest home roasted coffee. If they are open, get yourself some yummy coffee or latte, and enjoy their 80 acres - fluffy dogs, horses, goats and all the kitties.
Speckled Hen Farms
1578 N River TrailCatch a fun event or stop at the farm stand for the yummiest goods!
Sightseeing
Pammel State Park
1818 Pammel Park RdPretty views, a Ford, nature center, hiking
See the historic Clark’s Tower ( can hike to it or drive) a covered bridge, a hedge maze, or enjoy the playground for the Littles.
Winterset City Park
South 9th StreetSee the historic Clark’s Tower ( can hike to it or drive) a covered bridge, a hedge maze, or enjoy the playground for the Littles.
Middle River Park
2278 Clark Tower RdA beautiful place for a picnic and a hike on the trail
One of 6 covered bridges is located right down the road from us! It’s the longest of the bunch and featured in the movie, Bridges of Madison County. When done, go find the other 5!
Holliwell Bridge
123 Holliwell Bridge RoadOne of 6 covered bridges is located right down the road from us! It’s the longest of the bunch and featured in the movie, Bridges of Madison County. When done, go find the other 5!
Guye Woods County Park
160th StreetA very old swinging bridge a nature views!
Zo-El Annett Woods
699 Hempstead PlBeautiful hiking trails
Find one of the historical covered bridges here and enjoy this beautiful serene scene of the lake. Take the trail in the woods to find the fairy across the lake. Might as well have a picnic while you’re here.
Cedar Lake
Lakeside LaneFind one of the historical covered bridges here and enjoy this beautiful serene scene of the lake. Take the trail in the woods to find the fairy across the lake. Might as well have a picnic while you’re here.
To do
Our historical theater is a gem! Catch a Way Back Wednesday movie ( old classics) or something new!
Iowa Theatre
121 John Wayne DrOur historical theater is a gem! Catch a Way Back Wednesday movie ( old classics) or something new!
Winterset Aquatic Center
1201 W Jefferson StWe may be a small down but we have a big aquatic center fun for all ages!
We are known for John Wayne, might as well go see what all the hype is about. Visit the Museum and then check out his birth home.
14 locals recommend
John Wayne Birthplace & Museum
205 S John Wayne DrWe are known for John Wayne, might as well go see what all the hype is about. Visit the Museum and then check out his birth home.
Des Moines Skydivers - Appt only
1563 N 8th AveFeeling super adventurist?
Brick Road Books
A little gem of a bookshop!
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring some comfy slippers for the cabin
Especially in the colder months it’s nice to have something cozy and warm in those toes!
What to pack
Food
Bring food you can cook on the grill or fire for a true camping experience. We do have a fridge inside the cabin and a cooler located in the tent. If staying in the tent bring your own ice!
Don't miss
Covered Bridge Festival
Typically the second weekend in October. The town square is blocked off with lots of vendors with tours that go to each covered bridge in Madison County.
What to pack
Shower things!
Pack a shower bag to take to the walk in shower inside the conservatory