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In-Town Moose Haus Lodge

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • City Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Common area 1

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Downstairs private bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

In-Town Moose Haus Lodge

This rustic cabin will give you the feeling that you are in the middle of the woods while having the convenience of being in town. Located just minutes from downtown Clear Lake, the historic Surf Ballroom, and City Beach, this is the perfect get-away spot! A large upper loft makes this a great option for families with kids or a peaceful retreat.

Two queen beds, two sofas, and welcomed air mattresses (not provided) make this cabin stay comfortable for 6-8 travelers.

*We know that dogs are family members so we are pet friendly, we simply add a $25 pet fee to the total of your stay. Sorry, we cannot allow cats due to family allergies.

Property manager

Amelia Molencamp
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A $50 pet fee will be added to your total stay.
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Clear Lake

Clear Lake is home to this holiday home. Surf Ballroom and Museum and Buddy Holly Crash Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at All Vets Golf Course and Clear Lake State Park. Music Man Square and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home are also worth visiting.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • City Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪PM Park - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In-Town Moose Haus Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In-Town Moose Haus Lodge ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In-Town Moose Haus Lodge ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is In-Town Moose Haus Lodge located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Clear Lake Fire Museum, Surf Ballroom and Museum and Central Gardens of North Iowa. City Beach Park and MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Group Stay

We celebrated New Year’s Eve and had our family’s Christmas celebration at this facility for the second consecutive year. The host lives next door and was quick to respond to our questions but gave us the privacy we desired. The quaint downstairs area features an old fashioned kitchen, seating area with a gas fireplace, large dining area, private bedroom and a bathroom. The upstairs loft includes a large open sleeping area, game room and living room where the siblings all stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Wonderful. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Barn of Awesomeness

We are passing thru to hunt in SD. I came upon this place b/c we have a dog...he needs some room to relax! I work in real estate and was hoping the photos were realistic. We were shocked at the size and incredible decor when we walked in. This barn has plenty of space on each level. Fireplace works great. The weather app says it is minus 3 degrees and it is warm in here. The driveway is hard to find in the dark. Very close to food etc. We would definitely stay again. I give this 11 out of 10 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LarkinandJayson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy eclectic barn

Close yo a lot in the area. Cute little place. Will book again in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SMH

Nice location and we enjoyed the rustic feel of the home. We would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunting

Works perfect for our trip
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies Pheasant Hunt

What an awesome experience staying here! The barn was spacious, clean, well stocked and cozy. There was plenty of space to hang out, play cards, cook and relax. The fireplace was an added bonus. The host was very responsive and answered all our questions. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wisconsin Hunters

We stayed at the Moose Haus because a friend and I took our dogs on a hunting trip and were looking for a place to stay in the Clear Lake area. The old barn style Vrbo had everything we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Barn Stay

Super cute restored barn to spend an evening or more. They have done a nice job giving this place character especially for those of use who are into repurposing & antiques. Just a note that for light sleepers the bathroom, as well as guests staying on the upper floor, are very noisy at night as it is an open floor plan & consider bringing your own pillows as theirs seem to be pretty worn & flat. Overall a great place to stay & would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay

Secluded. It seems like a great place to bring a large group of family/friends. Very inviting open space upon walking in. The only thing I would like to see is to have the driveway marked in some way. The instructions I received indicated that I should pull into the driveway on the west side of the property. We arrived in the evening, after dark, and the property sits a bit off the road. While I was able to see a building with the exterior light on, I was not able to clearly see the front of the building to confirm I was at the correct place. Just a suggestion--it would be helpful to have a separate sign (possibly Moose Haus Lodge or 430A or even another 430 sign at the entrance driveway). It wouldn't have to be anything big or fancy--just something to help us old people out!! LOL ;-) Beautiful, clean property and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to someone else.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

The lodge is really cool. Amelia was great with communication. Very spacious and great for a family. Big yard to enjoy as well. Couldnt have asked for anything more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Grandkids

Very nice piece of property secluded from the surrounding neighborhood. It is a barn with the feel of a barn. I am a carpenter by trade for almost 40 yrs and love the reclamation of all the different species of wood and steel that have made this barn feel like a home. We will be back!🇺🇸
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large barn conversion with many beds and greet accommodations

Our second time at this location so you know it’s a must for us when in the Clear Lake area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic pet friendly vacation rental

It was the perfect place for us. We enjoyed the large lot for our pets, space to move around, and overall set up of the rental. One bathroom with low light was hard to manage when dealing with eye contacts but I was able to figure out a way to manage. We'd come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lady C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin experience

Enjoyed the northern woods cabin experience. Cabin/barn spacious. Easy to get to Clear Lake city beach. I would it rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2024 buddy Holly ride

Great place. Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

this is our second time staying and we absolutely love it. It’s so charming and private a beautiful yard great surroundings. Our dog loves it. The fire pit is wonderful! So close to great activity in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Rental

Was perfect for my family gathering! House was immaculately cleaned, beds were comfortable, grounds were perfect for outdoor activities, located very close to downtown Clear Lake. House decor was adorable and all major essentials like bedding, towels, and paper products were provided. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very nice accommodations. Its a restored barn and we enjoyed that aspect. Very rustic but clean and lots of space
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome barn

We really enjoyed our stay and felt very much at home. We had a family reunion close and decided to make a mini vacation of it. Thanks for making our stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Dance Party

Location Was Great! Accommodations Were Great! Will Definitely Stay Here Again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Get Together

We loved this place! We stayed New Year’s Eve and attended a concert at the Surf Ballroom with our older children and their significant others. The property is close enough to walk to the Surf but it was winter so…. Super cozy with a fireplace and everything you need to have a fun family get together including board games, movies, Roku TV, and a rustic checkers game. The loft allowed the teens and young adults to have a “sleepover” and the downstairs bedroom provided the privacy we parents needed. The hosts live next door but gave us the privacy we wanted and we felt we could have contacted them if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jack n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a guys weekend

Close to town and tap rooms in Mason City. House was warm and beds were comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sybil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Barn

This refurbished barn has plenty of room to spread out inside and out. It has everything you need in the kitchen and plenty of comfortable beds and bedding. Very cute and quaint space. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amelia Molencamp

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests