The Carter House 1866 also known as the Marriage House | House in Shell Rock

9.8 (6 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Shell Rock House | The Carter House 1866 also known as the Marriage House

3 Bedroom House in Shell Rock

The historic Carter House was built by it's namesake J.H. Carter in 1866. Carter was one of the most prominent and influential residents of Shell Rock. He was a founding father of many of the community's businesses. The House remained in his family until 1952. In 2022, the Carter House was purchased by Star Valley Hospitality and was completely renovated. This stylish single family home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is now an inviting short-term rental.

The Carter House 1866 also known as the Marriage House is located in Shell Rock. The Carter House 1866 also known as the Marriage House provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, TV, among other amenities. This House features Internet, Kitchen, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Carter House 1866 also known as the Marriage House has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Shell Rock has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Shell Rock, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • English
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Josh H.
Aug 31, 2025 06:38:22 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great property
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