Featured in the 2025 Travel Iowa Guide (pg.94)
The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located property with exclusive perks.
Inside, you’ll discover artwork, décor, and details inspired by Trains, Iowa, and the Midwest, making your stay a true Boone experience. A thoughtfully restored home allowing you to immerse yourself in rich history. Whether here for adventure, relaxation, or a step back in time, we're more than just a place to sleep—it’s an experience.
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Step Back in Time – with Modern Comforts!
Featured in the 2025 Travel Iowa Guide (pg.94)
The 607 Guest House is a 150+ year-old vintage vacation rental that was once owned by railroad tycoon John Insley Blair. Built in 1867—the same year Iowa's first railroad tracks were laid—this thoughtfully restored home highlights its historic charm, allowing you to immerse yourself in Boone’s rich history while enjoying modern-day conveniences like a heated bathroom floor and zoned central air. After sitting vacant for years, the home has been lovingly brought back to life, with the interior carefully restored to reveal its original beauty. The exterior retains its original character, with future updates planned to further showcase its 1800s roots.
Inside, you’ll discover artwork, décor, and details inspired by Trains, Iowa, and the Midwest, making your stay a true Boone experience. From its original heart pine floors to restored windows with working pulleys and leaded glass panes, history comes alive in this one-of-a-kind stay. Whether you're here for adventure, relaxation, or a step back in time, the 607 Guest House is more than just a place to sleep—it’s an experience.
SLEEP IN COMFORT & PRIVACY
Accommodating up to 10 guests (2 per bed), featuring 3 themed bedrooms + additional sleeping space:
• The Kate Shelley Room (1st Floor): Queen Bed + En-suite Half Bath
• The Eisenhower Room (2nd Floor): Queen Bed
• The Prairie Rose Room (2nd Floor): Two Double Beds
• Living Room: Queen Sealy AlwayzAire Mattress with headboard (adjusts to your preferred firmness)
WAKE UP TO BREAKFAST – ON US!
Unlike most vacation rentals, we provide complimentary self-made breakfast options including:
• Pancake mix, oatmeal, and toppings (chocolate chips, sprinkles, powdered sugar)
• Coffee Bar with Keurig, French Press & Drip Coffee makers, creamer & flavorings like Caramel Latte, Chocolate Creme & Sugar-Free Hazelnut.
RELAX, COOK & GATHER
• Living Room: Cozy couches, blankets, fireplace, Smart 4K Roku TV, desk
• Dining Room: Large table for 6+, perfect for meals, games, puzzles & more
• Kitchen: Fully stocked with full-size appliances, cookware, utensils & dishes
MODERN AMENITIES WITH VINTAGE CHARM
• Two Bathrooms (Full upstairs, half downstairs) stocked with toiletries
• Spacious Off-Street Parking (Motion-activated security light)
• Walkable Location – Steps from dining, attractions & a short drive to Ames & Des Moines
EXCLUSIVE GUEST PERKS! (No Other Stay Offers These!)
We’ve partnered with local businesses to offer you exclusive discounts & freebies during your stay like:
• NO hidden CLEANING FEES
• Rail Explorers: FREE Tote Bag (1 per reservation)
• Seven Oaks Rec: 15% OFF activities (except snow tubing)
• Lavender Basket: $10 Gift Certificate (Pretzels, Boba Drinks & More!)
• Bottled Bliss: Special Guest Discount
(Find more at the 607GuestHouse website)
KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK: No Fine Print, Just Transparency
We want your stay to be amazing, but please note:
• No pets allowed (Cleaning fee applies if a pet is brought on the property.)
• Rate Based on Occupancy, Additional guest(s) fee may apply
• No smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes indoors (Designated outdoor area available)
• No parties/events (Family gatherings with approval are welcome—just ask!)
• Max 10 registered guests (No overnight unregistered guests—please update your reservation)
• Security Notice: Property has a Ring Smart Doorbell at the front entrance.
Ready to book? Have questions? Text, email, or call anytime! Visit 607GuestHouse website to see local events & plan your stay.
With so much to enjoy—history, comfort, and special bonuses—you’ll want to "EXTEND YOUR STAY Because "WHERE YOU STAY should be part of YOUR DESTINATION EXPERIENCE, too."
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home, featuring almost 1800 square feet of space with 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, front porch & back patio.
Access the property through the front door with your personalized door code to unlock the deadbolt lock. Door codes are constantly changing and deleted after each stay to ensure your safety & privacy while being our guest.
Enjoy Off-Street Parking steps away from the front door with a motion activated security light above parking area. Additional parking available on either side of the street. (Garage not accessible by guests.)
Note: (Winter Months & Snowy Conditions: Please note that 8th street is an Emergency Snow route, which means it's one of the 1st streets plowed. When a Snow Emergency is declared, no street parking is allowed to facilitate snow plowing. Vehicles on the street during a Snow Emergency will be ticketed and towed.) Plenty of off-street parking is provided in the driveway and community parking lot diagonal from the house.
Check-In Time: 3pm or after
Check-Out Time: 11am or earlier
Other things to note
Certified HT Property:
We are proud to be 1 of only 3 vacation rentals in Boone Certified by the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking, demonstrating our commitment to guest safety, ethical hospitality, and a trustworthy stay for all.
Property Owner has completed City of Boone, Iowa "The Boone Crime Free Multi-Housing Program" presented by the Boone Police Department. "Keeping illegal activity out of rental property" and passed the Boone Fire Department rental housing inspection.
