Everything about this place was excellent. I was warmly greeted by the owners who had all of the local attractions and happenings printed out for the dates of my stay. I won the opportunity to stay here in a raffle, but I would happily pay to stay again anytime. Upon entry to the cabin (I stayed at the Eagles Nest),... More

I and a colleague stayed here in May for a week. The location is very isolated but given that the only hotels in the area are Motel 8s the Red Cedar Lodge is amazing. We had to stay for a week and at the last minute had to move our trip by a day. The owners were very flexible and... More

We stayed at the Red Cedar Lodge with our extended family for a weekend, and it was absolutely wonderful. The cabins were beautiful, clean, very welcoming, and certainly very comfortable. Each cabin had gorgeous views of the river and surrounding riverfront, and the hot tub topped off the weekend. The owners were very welcoming, as well as helpful! Our entire... More

My husband asked me to pack my bags for our 42nd anniversary but didn't tell me where we were going. When he exited I-35 at Mason City, I couldn't understand why! We continued on toward Charles City and I was even more perplexed. The snow was very deep but every path was cleared so we had no difficulty in getting... More

My fiance and I just returned from our stay in the "Sunrise Ridge" cabin for a weekend getaway from the city lights. The weather was not quite on our side but regardless the Winterinks accomadations were tip top! The cabin was beautiful and spacious inside and out. The living rooms huge front windows gave fantastic panoramic views of the babling... More

We just returned from The Red Cedar Lodge and we are already planning our trip back this summer. I can honestly say that our entire family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed every single minute!! Our "cabin" - really a beautiful log home with all the perks - was immaculate. The scenery was gorgeous. I don't remember the last time I looked... More

We loved the Moonlight Bend cabin. It was amazingly clean and had top of the line features. But the hospitality of the owners made it extra special! From their tips of where to go to their genuine kindness and warmth, that is what makes Red Cedar Lodge extra special! More

We stayed here a weekend in January with another couple. LOVED, LOVED, LOVED it! The cabin was beautiful, new and super clean! The host and hostess were VERY nice and accommodating! We went to snowmobile and was pleasantly surprised by all the awesome groomed trails in the area! The recommended restaurants were delicious! Overall a GREAT weekend and we can't... More

We arrived from New York for the wedding of my son and his beautiful fiancee who was brought up in Charles City. We did not know what to expect and were absolutely delighted to find a wonderfully designed home that was comfortable, beautifully furnished and well equipped in a magnificent location on the Cedar River. We were especially delighted to... More