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The Casita • Peaceful Knoxville Guesthouse Near Raceway & Lake Red Rock

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A small wooden cabin with a porch, outdoor seating, and a door with a geometric design.
Smart TV, books
A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a window with curtains.
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
The current price is $193
$172 nightly
$193 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9

Explore the area

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Knoxville, IA
  • Place, National Sprint Car Hall of Fame
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Knoxville Raceway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Red Rock
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Knoxville

With a stay at this vacation home in Knoxville, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Knoxville Raceway and National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. .This vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Knoxville Area Community Hospital and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Lake Red Rock.
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What's nearby

  • National Sprint Car Hall of Fame - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Knoxville Raceway - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Lake Red Rock - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Elk Rock State Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Central College - 19 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kone Korner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic & Pacific Pub - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Monarca - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Casita • Peaceful Knoxville Guesthouse Near Raceway & Lake Red Rock

Welcome to The Casita, a cozy 1‑bedroom guesthouse tucked among mature trees in a peaceful Knoxville neighborhood. This charming retreat offers comfort, privacy, and all the essentials for a relaxing stay. Enjoy a plush queen bed, a surprisingly comfortable queen sofa bed, a fully stocked kitchen, Roku TV, fast WiFi, and a sparkling clean bathroom with a full tub and lighted makeup mirror.

Slide open the doors to your private deck and unwind in the quiet outdoor space. Wander the yard, sip morning coffee among the trees, or relax after a day at the races or Lake Red Rock. Parking is free and easy right next to the Casita, and self check‑in makes arrival simple.

Located just minutes from Knoxville Raceway, Lake Red Rock, Competine Trail, and downtown dining, The Casita is the perfect home base for race fans, outdoor lovers, couples, solo travelers, and small families.

Highlights
A Quiet Escape — Peaceful setting among mature trees
Perfect for Raceway Fans — Only minutes from Knoxville Raceway
Outdoor Lovers Welcome — Close to Lake Red Rock trails and scenic overlooks
Full Kitchen + Home Comforts — Cook real meals and settle in
Private Deck — Relax outdoors with morning coffee or evening downtime
Ideal for Couples & Solo Travelers — Cozy, quiet, and comfortable
Easy Parking — Reserved space right next to the Casita
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers books.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

The Casita • Peaceful Knoxville Guesthouse Near Raceway & Lake Red Rock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Casita Guesthouse is an adorable little place. It had everything we needed. The bed is super comfy with great pillows! It's in a quiet location. Communication with the host was great- I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026