Hoofs 'n Horns Ohnemusbeef Farmstay

Lacona, Warren, Iowa · 200 acres

Hosted by Mary Lynne O.

Cabin

· 6 guests max · 3 beds

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

We invite you to turn off your phone and unwind on the front porch rocking chair as you watch one of our breathtaking sunsets or sunrises. Pasture and grassland with 7 ponds are accessible by a short hike along the cattle trails. A marked perimeter trail follows Wolfe Creek, home to wildlife and a shady cool spot during the hot days of summer. Mulberry Cottage is at the northeast corner of a 200-acre cattle ranch where we practice rotational grazing on ten paddocks. The cabin, surrounded by Mulberry and Osage Orange (Hedge Trees) are host to berry eating birds and mammals. (And the occasional marsupial). Cattle are fenced outside the cabin area but may be close by where you hear them and see them. Deer and coyotes are common on the property as plenty of birdlife. The cabin is a farm-stay experience with farm fresh eggs, and Mulberry preserves for your baked goods in the morning. You will need your muck boots and cowboy hat to hike our cattle trails and wade in the creeks. Try your hand at "frogging" in the marshes of one of our 7 ponds. Bottle-feeding a calf or collecting eggs are some of the chores you are welcome to participate in. You'll be amazed at the variety of wildflowers and birding opportunities. The head cowboy himself will invite you to chore time or have a farm tour of our grazing and regenerative practices. Our natural beef and tallow products are all for sale at the farm or grill up some "Ohnemusbeef" available at our farm store.The Mulberry Cottage comfortably sleeps 4 with a double bed on the main floor and a loft with 2 twin mattresses. The cottage is private but not isolated. You'll be in a grove of trees, where the deck and firepit provide a quiet and secluded feeling. A pond and grazing cattle are in view of the front porch. Water from the taps is good to drink. The restroom in the cottage has a toilet and sink with a shower. Hot water "on demand" allows for quick cleanups. The air conditioner keeps the inside temps cool during our hot Iowa summers. The kitchen area has a one burner induction stove, air fryer, microwave, toaster and coffee maker along with a mid-sized fridge. All towels and linen are provided. You will arrive by the gravel lane that is shared with farm machinery going out to the pastures. This is a working farm, and you will see tractors, UTV's and farm equipment at work. Mulberry Cottage is located near hay storage where kids will love to jump on the bales or play tag. Tenting or self-contained small RV's are welcome, however the weather determines suitability and location as mud can become miserable on the farm. You will need to stick to gravel with your vehicle. Ferraris don't work well! Trails are accessed directly from the cottage or from the gravel road. A painted site map hangs on the wall inside so that you can navigate the trails and ponds. Limited pond fishing may be available for a fee. Working dogs are present and roam, therefore pets are not allowed. You are encouraged to view cattle during chore times in the farmyard and around the cattle lots, however we ask that you stay out of pastures where cows and calves are present, keeping to the marked trails, as cattle are scared of unfamiliar voices and movements.

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. The first nights firewood is provided. Additional wood is available at the farmhouse for a few. All fires are subject to municipal bans if in affect.

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

We have 2 intact male working dogs that roam. They are working dogs that are familiar with cattle.

Potable water available

Spigot, tap, hose

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq, private, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Playground available

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict (14 Days)

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

4WD recommended

During your trip

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Location

Lacona, Warren, Iowa, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Báxoje Máyaⁿ (Ioway), oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Jíwere–Ñút’achi Máyaⁿ (Otoe-Missouria), and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ First Nations according to

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