Vinton is a wonderful little community nestled in the heart of the Cedar River Valley. Vinton offers a quaint, family-friendly atmosphere - a perfect place to spend a day, or night at the wonderful Vinton Bed & Breakfast called the Lion & the Lamb, B&B. Half way between Waterloo and Cedar Rapids, Vinton is a town of around 5,500. We have great downtown shops and a few good resturants to choose from. But the best thing about Vinton is that the Vinton Bed & Breakfast: The Lion & The Lamb, B&B features Murder Mystery Dinners here every weekend year round. So whether you want to get away for the weekend or for an entire week, this Vinton Bed & Breakfast is the perfect escape for you!