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Hogback Bridge over North River - Winterset, Iowa
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Built in 1883 by Harvey P. Jones and George K. Foster, Roseman is 107 feet in length and sits in its original location. It was renovated in 1992 at a cost of $152,515. In Robert James Waller’s novel, The Bridges of Madison County, and the movie of the same name, Roseman is the bridge Robert Kincaid seeks when he stops at Francesca Johnson’s home for directions. It is also where Francesca leaves her note inviting him to dinner.

Also known as the “haunted” bridge, Roseman is where two sheriff’s posses trapped a county jail escapee in 1892. It is said the man rose up straight through the roof of the bridge, uttering a wild cry, and disappeared. He was never found, and it was decided that anyone capable of such a feat must be innocent.
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

2.5 out of 5
1304 North 4th Avenue Winterset IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM386 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM386
RM433 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (716 reviews)
Clean rooms. Friendly staff and easy to find

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
Covered Bridge Inn

Covered Bridge Inn

2.5 out of 5
1312 Cedar Bridge Rd. Winterset IA
The price is RM276 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
RM276
RM309 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (771 reviews)
Staffing. Very courtesy and very helpful.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Covered Bridge Inn
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is RM527 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM527
RM590 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,083 reviews)
The room was very clean

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4 out of 5
550 Watson Powell Junior Way Des Moines IA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Ruan ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
The property had the basics of what we needed and worked well for our family. Staff had great communication. Laundry was good.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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