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Clear Lake vacation home with kitchen

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Central Gardens of North Iowa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, City Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Clear Lake

In Clear Lake .Within a 5-minute walk of this Clear Lake vacation home, you'll find Central Gardens of North Iowa and Clear Lake Fire Museum. Also, City Beach Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Surf Ballroom and Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clear Lake Fire Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • City Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KWIK STAR #223 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars

Main floor of duplex with ramp access (permanent resident upstairs with completely separate access). Two outdoor entertainment areas including grill, picnic table, dining table and chairs. Lawn space at front and back of house as well. Deck wraps around one side of house to connect front of house deck to the more private covered deck. Free Off-street parking (no garage access). Walking distance to downtown shopping, restaurants, city park, Lady of the Lake, City Beach, Central Gardens and less than a mile from the Legendary Surf Ballroom. Each of two bedrooms with comfortable queen beds with linens provided as well as blackout curtains for great night of sleep. Large living room includes sectional plus sleeper sofa. Full kitchen with full dining table also includes countertop ice maker, stocked with pots & pans, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, toaster. High-speed Wireless Internet, smart tv, games available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars to the airport?

This vacation home is 3 mi (5-min drive) away from the Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from City Beach Park and 2.2 mi (4-min drive) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars to downtown Clear Lake?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Clear Lake.

Reviews

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was clean and charming. The location was excellent for walking around town. No car needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a weekend getaway! The location is ideal! Very clean, well stocked, friendly hosts. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay ! The property was amazing, the amenities were over the top, We are looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Great location - parked the car for two days and walked everywhere we wanted to go. Easy check in process. Very clean and had everything we needed for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Property was nice and clean. Very close proximity to the beach and downtown area. Was a lovely weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clear Lake Regatta

Great location to downtown, regatta site and restaurants! Owners were wonderful to work with and very flexible!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location and comfy home!

So much better than a hotel! We stayed for 2 weeks and we were More than happy. All of the things you expect from home and more! Do not hesitate to book as it really is your home away from home.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The property was just as described. The amenities offered we very good. The property was well stocked with all the necessities and some nice extras. They were very responsive to questions when needed. This would be a perfect location for events in downtown Clear Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Very cozy and clean house, perfect location as well (just steps from a great local brewery). The owners were awesome to work with and went the extra mile with little personal touches. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

The house was very welcoming! We were very happy when we arrived to have such a cozy house. The location is great, kitchen is stocked, and very clean. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Had a great time in Clear Lake! The location of the house was in walking distance to the downtown area. There is a great outdoor sitting and grilling area. All beds were very comfortable and the house was comfy! Would definitely recommend this house!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023