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Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home

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View of Lake from front porch
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Front Living room
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home

Come enjoy our vacation home on the South Side of Clear Lake Iowa. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 living areas, dining area, fully stocked kitchen, loft with Hawks-Nest balcony deck. The Captains' quarters has a King memory foam bed and the Mermaid quarters has a queen-sized memory foam bed. The Crew quarters are great for kids with bunk beds and trundle. Lastly for really big groups, the loft can sleep 4 with 2 foam beds and a sofa. Kids and teens also love loft area as a hang out spot as well. Kids are always welcome and the house misses the sound of little feet and the energy all children bring.

Home has 2 baths and a continuous water heater for plenty of hot water.

For entertainment, we have a smart TV for streaming, DVD player, whole home Wi-Fi as well as a
1980's 60-game cocktail table arcade machine (Galaga, Pac-Man, Donkey-Kong, Space Invaders, Frogger, etc.). Numerous board games and bags equipment. Or curl up with a good book on one of the three decks and watch the world go by.

Cement Parking available for 4 cars which is a rarity being this close to the lake.

Please note there isn’t a dishwasher or microwave at this property.

Property manager

Jeff
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No trailer or icehouse parking
Garbage needs to be in the cans and by the curb at10:00pm on Sunday’s.

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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Clear Lake

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

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • City Beach Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪PM Park - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Views Clear Lake Vacation Home located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Clear Lake State Park and Clear Lake State Park Beach. City Beach Park and MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Expo getaway

Last minute tradeshow to attend and thankfully it was available. It is way more spacious and accommodating than the pictures can show. Already attempted to rebook next spring and no surprise....it is already spoken for. Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Great weekend getaway for families

Everything about the stay was awesome. The instructions and communication prior to arrival were complete and clear. The property was clean, stocked with all the necessary items and the location is better than what is in the listing description. The house is very spacious and it was nice to have separate areas for everyone to hang out. We definitely plan to come back. Thanks for being such a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Lake vacation

We stayed here for a brief lake getaway and had a wonderful time. The beds were comfortable and the kids really enjoyed the arcade game! We missed not having a microwave but made do with the toaster oven. Some instructions for tricks to get the oven going would be helpful, we were not able to get it running but overall really enjoyed our stay. We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Quick getaway

This was a perfect getaway near the lake for some family time. The place was great for us and the extras we didn't even plan on were awesome. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerry j.

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

mid-week stay

good stay and location, communication with Jeff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Wonderful place!

We stayed for a family reunion in the area. It was the perfect place! The space had adequate amenities and was in a great location! Jeff was very kind and available to answer any questions. Would definitely recommend their home to others and would stay again for a long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny J.

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

Nostalgic beach house with all the right vibes

Beautiful property with nostalgic vibes - 80s arcade games, kids loft hangout, comfy furniture all around made this house so fun and comfortable- sitting on the back porch enjoying the lake views or watching a movie in the living room this was exactly what we were looking for. Host was easy and laid back and it was clear this has been a cherished family place for them. Thanks for sharing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Perfect for Family

Everything about our stay was easy. The ease of finding the house, to using the keypad for entry and exit, the quietness of the neighborhood, to the closeness of downtown Clear Lake and Clear Lake State Park and beach. The neighborhood was perfect for walking our dog with low to no traffic streets and idyllic peeks of the lake. The house was the perfect size for our family of 6 with a fun little loft for the kids. Jeff was available for anything we needed and communicated well. We highly recommend this spot for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

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

Fabulous!

This lake house is fabulous, it’s very impressive. From the moment you walk in you can see that it is very well cared for and impeccably clean. It is so cute and very accommodating. There are plenty of games and puzzles, cable tv, and a very pretty view of the lake from the back sun room and deck area just to mention a few of the best things. Very impressive, we will definitely go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

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

Awesome experience!

Reunion of college roommates! Perfect place- close to lake, great town and fantastic place to stay! Jeff was very helpful. Can’t wait to check me back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra B.

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

Great Getaway!

This was a great stay for our annual getaway to clear lake. The cabin was everything we needed it to be. The kids enjoyed the arcade and the loft, and the parents enjoyed the ability to find quiet spaces to read.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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

Nice spacious stay!

Stayed with parents, daughter and granddaughter (5 of us total). This place is so charming clean and fun! Plenty of room for lots more people and super close to both beaches! Abundant household supplies and amenities plus friendly surroundings that feel just like home. Nice neighborhood. Room to spread out and also gather. Outstanding view. 2 bathrooms were so convenient. Will definitely be back and would recommend for any fun group. Well worth the very reasonable price! Thanks Jeff and Kristy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela Z.

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

Weekend by the Lake

Took a quick trip to Clear Lake for a girls weekend. The house was in a great location and had everything we needed! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

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

Lake get away

Family low key get away. Loved the retro vibe.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Clear Lake weekend

The house was as good as advertised, and perfect for our family gathering. It was very clean, comfortable, and in a great location. We enjoyed our stay, and would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

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

Beautiful Cabin

This was our second time staying at this cabin and we love it! Jeff and Kristi are so nice to work with and are very accommodating! We can't wait to come back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Amy r.

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

Holiday get away

The Clear Lake cabin/house is our go-to whenever we are in town. There are two separate living areas (perfect for those of us with children) we are always greeted with snacks and the kids love the video game machine! Separate loft area is perfect for teens to hide away. The town is wonderful, we love the half moon steak house. Our only “problem” now is convincing Jeff to let us rent on the summer!! This was our third trip There and we WILL be back next year. What a fantastic weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Excellent weekend

We really enjoyed our weekend together here; the house is very charming and open. Jeff was very easy to get in touch with and work with for our needs. Restaurants, parks, grocery store were all close by and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Comfortable at the Lake!

This home has great space to accommodate a family! Tons of dining and relaxing space. You can tell the family really cares for this place. It was a perfect weekend getaway for our party of six adults. Great location near PM Park-- we rode our bikes everywhere! This was exactly the type of experience you hope for when renting a home!

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

Nice little lake house

Just needed a place for a friend’s wedding weekend. Worked great. Had all we needed. Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Sheila L.

Great space, great location, great time

as advertised, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

It was perfect!

We loved this house! Plenty of room for everyone! We will defiantly be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy r.

Great house for family’s!

This is our second time staying here. We use it for our family Christmas and always have a fantastic time! We love Clear Lake and the location of the home. Thank you for leaving your beautiful tree up for us and making your home so inviting. See you next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Kim K.

Great get away!

Very comfortable cozy home, plenty of space. Jeff, the owner was very friendly and accommodating to ensure we had everything we needed. The weather turned sour canceling the Christmas at the Lake festivities; Jeff was great about letting us know about the cancellation and any changes we may have needed to make for our reservation. We chose to brave the weather and enjoy the get away. Jeff checked in with us throughout the weekend to take care of any weather related, snow removal needs, etc. that was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tera K.

Great stay!

We had a great time at this lake property. Everything was as expected and Jeff was great about checking in to see about our needs. We have already talked about coming back in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

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We live in Des Moines, Iowa on a permanent basis but love to be in Clear Lake as much as we can.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this home as a family get away and vacation spot. Clear Lake is one of Iowa's Great Lakes and provides great recreation year round. The Surf Ballroom is of historic significance as well as it was where Buddy Holly had his last performance before his tragic plane accident. Clear Lake as a community does a great job of having activities planned for almost all weekends. Clear Lake has something to offer in all seasons. Winter is made for ice fishing and the Kite Festival. Spring brings early season walleye fishing and boating as well. We don't usually rent the home out in the summer but Clear Lake is magical in the summer and the 4th of July is a highlight that everyone should experience at least once. Fall is our favorite time as it is a little slower on the lake but still fantastic.

What makes this property unique

What we love about our home is the ability to have a large group of people yet be able to shut off portions of the house to cut down on noise or to varying sleeping habits. The four parking spots also is ideal for when we have multiple families staying with us. It truly is a "play" house built for fun.

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