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Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake

Council Bluffs vacation home with kitchen

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A view from a balcony overlooking a body of water with lily pads, a dock, and an American flag.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a window with a view of a lake, and a painting on the wall.
A room with wicker furniture, a small table, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a brown sofa, a white armchair, and a blue sofa. There is a large window with a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1916 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Council Bluffs, IA
  • Place, Lake Manawa State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Creighton University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs

On lake.You'll find Lake Manawa State Park and Lake Manawa Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Missouri River and Historic General Dodge House are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Manawa State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 10 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Creighton University - 12 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • CHI Health Center Omaha - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 18 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sapp Bros. Travel Center (Sinclair) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pilot Travel Centers - ‬7 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.

Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake

Relax and recharge at our lakefront getaway on beautiful Lake Manawa! Enjoy free use of kayaks, canoes, and a rowboat—perfect for peaceful mornings or sunset paddles. Inside, you'll find a cozy, well-equipped space with room to spread out. Located just minutes from parks, trails, restaurants, and Omaha, it’s an ideal base for nature lovers, weekend adventurers, or anyone looking to unwind by the water. Enjoy our Family's lake house cabin home. Just 10 minutes from The Henry Doorly Zoo. Private dock shared with neighbor.
-WEAR WATER SHOES WHEN ENTERING THE LAKE. THE BOTTOM OF THE LAKE WILL CUT FEET

-ONBOARD LIFE JACKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL WATERCRAFT USERS (BOATS, KAYAKS, CANOES, PADDLEBOARDS, JET SKIS). CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER MUST WEAR A LIFE JACKET AT ALL TIMES. IOWA LAW MANDATE

-DUE TO SAFETY AND HEAVY BOATING TRAFFIC, SWIMMERS MUST STAY INSIDE THE BUOYS

-PLEASE DRY OFF BEFORE SITTING ON FURNITURE

-PLEASE KENNEL UNSUPERVISED PETS

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,916 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

424205

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the Eppley Field Airport (OMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake on Sep 14, 2026 start from $603, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi (6-min drive) from Lake Manawa Beach.

Does Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Horseshoe Council Bluffs (9-min drive) and Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake to downtown Council Bluffs?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi away from Council Bluffs.

Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Korbyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place! Has everything you can think of!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peyton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was fun for all ages. Everyone in our group enjoyed the lake and nice shaded yard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanner H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house. Had everything that we needed, very easy to get ahold of host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jynae W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with beautiful views! We very much enjoyed staying here, it has a cozy homey feel that we needed at the end of our long days. Everything is well kept and high end, host has great communication! We will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shauna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean, well equipped and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We will definitely rent again. Happy Holidays
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house is absolutely beautiful! I can’t get over the breathtaking views of both the sunrises and sunsets. The inside of the home is inviting and cozy, and it truly feels like a home away from home. It’s fully equipped with everything you could possibly need—from well-stocked kitchen supplies like pots, pans, cups, and containers to essentials such as trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, Q-tips, and more than enough bedding and pillows.It’s honestly one of the best B&B-style stays I’ve ever experienced. I especially loved having a washer and dryer, as well as the extra refrigerator in the garage. As someone with a big family, I know how much of a lifesaver having two fridges can be!Even though we stayed during the winter while the lake was frozen, I appreciated how many lake-related items the house offers. It’s clear this place is just as amazing in the summer, and my family and I are already planning to come back then.The host was absolutely wonderful with communication. I had a special request, and they went above and beyond to make it happen. I truly can’t recommend this place enough—an outstanding stay all around!
Such beautiful sunsets
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allie L.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025