Last weekend I stayed for three nights at A Bella Vista while visiting my daughter at the University.It is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a few block from the east campus dorms. I had one of the small rooms with the shared bath. The room was bright and comfortable with two large windows and a view of the Iowa River. The bathroom was large and just across the hall. Daissey was a wonderful hostess and did all she could to make my stay pleasant. Each morning for breakfast she made a hot entree and a dish of fresh fruit She has wonderful stories to tell about her many travels and her beautiful world photographs are on display all around. I will definitely be staying there again.

This was my boyfriend's and my first time staying at a bed and breakfast. We weren't sure what to expect, and Daissy and her wonderful B&B definitely raised the bar for what to expect at other B&B's! She's been all over the world and is more than happy to share her experiences with you. Her breakfast is fabulous and the coffee is amazing. A Bella Vista is a very comfortable place, and we can't wait to plan another trip there.

My husband and I stopped over one night at A Bella Vista in Iowa City. We stayed in their larger bedroom downstairs. It was more expensive, but we loved the spacious room, and lovely ensuite bathroom. We had a separate entrance to an outside porch from this room, which made it easy to go out to the car without having to get out our key to use the securely locked front door at night. My only suggested improvement would be that Daissy, the owner, should describe breakfast to her guests the night before. Because of other reviews, I knew that breakfast could have a southwestern taste. I mentioned to her the night before that I couldn't eat anything spicy, and she assured me nothing that she was serving would be a problem. But for me, I had trouble eating the lovely breakfast she prepared because the sausage and the salsa were too hot for my very sensitive tongue. If Daissy had described the breakfast the night before when I mentioned my special needs, then I would have told her no salsa and possibly no sausage.
As it was, I scraped off the salsa and ate what I could of the main dish. There was also delicious coffee, juice, and wonderful fresh fruit. And for anyone who likes their food with a mild "kick", this breakfast would have been superb.
Daissy is a wonderful, warm hostess, and I loved visiting with her. I would certainly recommend her bed and breakfast to others. My husband really is particular about showers, and this one really pleased
him!

My wife and I stayed here on our anniversary and had a great time. The room and house were very nice. And the hostess was very friendly and interesting to talk to.