About Us
Mark and Kathy are life-long equestrians and in later years have traveled across the western states to trail ride. They truly appreciate having overnight stays that are both safe and convenient to their travels.
In 2017 Mark and Kathy Gutzeit moved to Nora Springs, Iowa. Knowing that location is “everything”, in 2018 they decided to develop their acreage to create an overnight experience for equestrian traveling to various destinations. Mark drives commercial truck locally and Kathy works for the Iowa Department of Transportation.
– Charming Corrals –
Our Horse Hotel
Charming Corrals is an overnight horse hotel providing a safe over-night stop for equestrians and their horses. It is conveniently located 15 min East of I-35 at the intersection of Highway 18 and County Road T24.
The Saloon
Charming Corrals has their own 1800’s style Saloon. Its quaint character is perfect for resting, relaxing and photo opportunities.
Paddocks
Our primary rental paddocks are lighted and are 12’x36’ and have 10’ x12’ shelters. Included in the fee is the use of a 50’ round pen and a 30’ hitching rail. Fees include RV electric hookup, access to water, lighted paddocks, lighted parking, and a muck wagon. Guests provide their own hay, grain and water buckets and mucking.
Parking
Our parking area is well lit and the sites are equipped with electric hook-ups (20-amp, 30-amp, 50 amp). We have water access but not individual site water. Our site entrance is just a hundred feet from the Hwy 18 intersection, and we have a large parking area with a circle through drive.
Groups
For large group stay overs We have 3 additional 14’x40’ paddocks with shelter roofs and 3 interior barn stalls. Please contact us for pricing at the time of reservation.
Contact Us
Mark & Kathy are very proud of their “charming” little ranch and look forward to meeting and getting acquainted with other equestrian minded people.
Please contact us at info@charmingcorrals.com
or give Mark a call at (319) 480-5619
or Kathy at (319) 215-6425
