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Monarch Cove Cottage

Cottage near West Okoboji Lake in Spirit Lake

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Spirit Lake, IA
  • Place, West Okoboji Lake
  • Place, 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Arnolds Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Spirit Lake

On lake.Within a 15-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find West Okoboji Lake and Pikes Point State Park. Also, Pike's Point Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Lakes Regional Healthcare is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Okoboji Summer Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Ranch Okoboji - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Brooks Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Arnolds Park - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McKeens Pub & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Godfather's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 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.

Monarch Cove Cottage

Cozy 3 bed home with a large wrap around deck. Comfortable seating throughout the deck surrounded by ferns. Kitchen with stove and stool seating dining area. The master bedroom has a Full XL bed. The 2nd bedroom is a pass through between the living room and kitchen and includes a double mattress and a single pull out. The 3rd bedroom is a single, but has a pull out trundle bed for an additional person. The living room couch is also very comfortable and able to sleep one. Please be aware this is a smaller cottage as it is only 750 sq ft. Full Bathroom with shower. AC Units in most rooms. 2 compact parking spaces, with guest parking only 3 houses down. WiFi and Smart TV available. The pictures of the lake are 2 blocks from the house. We are dog friendly and have golden retrievers of our own!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Monarch Cove Cottage to the airport?

This cottage is 96.2 mi (98-min drive) away from the Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Monarch Cove Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Monarch Cove Cottage to the beach?

This cottage is a short 12-minute walk from Pike's Point Beach and 7.5 mi (13-min drive) from Crandalls Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Monarch Cove Cottage offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Monarch Cove Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Monarch Cove Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Monarch Cove Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Monarch Cove Cottage have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Monarch Cove Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Monarch Cove Cottage to downtown Spirit Lake?

This cottage is 3 mi away from Spirit Lake.

Monarch Cove Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage for a short stay! Highlight was the outside space including gas fire pit, bbq, and lots of seating. We were lucky with the weather! Every kitchen mod con there, including air fryer, ice maker, perc coffee maker and keurig coffee maker with lots of pods to choose from. Beds were very comfy! Its small, but perfect for a holiday. Would stay again in a heart beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie v., Houston, Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness
CheckIn was easy enough, for sure. Kitchen was absolutely loaded with anything a person could want.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great weekend stay! Very Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lake life with pupper!

Family of 4 (parents in 50's, college age kid and highschooler, plus a 9 months old Golden Retriever) This cabin has to be one of the best appointed short term rental we've done. Everything needed for a week at the lake, and then some! Kitchen with all the appliances and cooking stuff one need. Really nice shower. The living room had a smart TV with apps we could use our login to watch the Olympics. In the master bedroom, we found floating vest for the pup, and even a full size crate tucked away under the bed (it came in clutch - we took the dog everywhere as Okoboji is super dog friendly, but we couldn't take her with us on the Queens II cruise). The outdoor space is magic! Really cozy and comfortable, with Bistro lights et al. Neighborhood is calm and quiet, and we took many walks through it. There's lake swimming access within 5 min. Overall, we had an amazing week and really recommend this rental. Hosts were on top of communications too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donovan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in quiet Neighborhood

We enjoyed our stay here in Okoboji, it’s about 10 mins from the downtown action which was nice for us. Spirit lake beach is close by. The cottage is well maintained and stocked with supplies, they have thought of everything you would need. It’s a cozy place and it worked for our family of 6. There is nice living room area where we played games and watched movies. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Okoboji 2024

Nice cottage. Very clean. The owners had the cottage well stocked with everything that we could possibly need. Nice large outdoor space. The only negative is the lake was basically shutdown the week we were there because of high water, but we still had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint lake cottage

We had a very nice stay and will be back when the lake isnt flooded 😥 Decorated just as cute as could be. Stocked with lots of little extras if we happen to forget anything like toothpaste, sunscreen and even batteries! The host responded to all questions in minutes. Would definitely recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shevaughn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Perfect!

My husband and were looking forward to a long weekend, just to relax. We requested an additional day, and the owner was prompt and professional in his responses, and was able to accommodate us. The cozy cottage was the perfect size for our stay. They had plenty of "extras" around the cottage, as well; toiletries, kitchen utensils and dishes, lots of pillows! The outdoor area was perfect for enjoying our morning coffee. It is a short drive to everything Okoboji has to offer. Check-in and check-out were easy. All in all, it was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!

Lovely cottage by the lake with very comfortable beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at the Monarch Cove Cottage. It is located in a quiet area close to the lake, playground, and town. The cottage is small, but fit our group of 7 very comfortably. It also has a wonderful outdoor space to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. We will likely stay again when we visit family at the lake next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and well equipped

What this cottage may be lacking in size, it more than makes up for in a fabulous outdoor entertainment space with plenty of seating, lighting, grill, stainless steel cooler and shade for a large family gathering. This place was also well appointed beyond anything I would ever expect. From q-tips, cotton balls, shower soap, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste in the bathroom to every utensil, pot, pan, bowl, glassware and serving dish you would need. I was also pleasantly surprised by the available bug spray, sunscreen, ziploc bags, toaster, toaster oven, Keurig, coffee pods, cups and yard games. The cabin is well decorated and the beds are all comfy, making it truly feel like a home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing fun

Had a wonderful time, house was decorated darling and easy to get too all the attractions in the area. One day two ladies riding in a golf cart stopped and invited us to Thursday night happy hour In the compound - great idea. Talbot family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation - great spot

The property was small but just right! They had everything needed to have a practical place to land with a family! The community is adorable, there is a great park just a short walk from the home (my newly 4 year old walked back and forth with no complaints!) the neighbors were friendly and welcoming. We loved having a great place to wind down and relax outside at the end of each day with the kids. Definitely saving this listing for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Okaboji

Nice little house. We had a great time. Ran out of propane for the grill half way through cooking and no hot water for a day until figured out that the power Beatles was turned off A lot of things I had to do before I left, this is suppose to be a vacation A lot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Time

Had a great time at the cottage. Super cool neighborhood with dock access and public beaches. Cabin definitely has a lake cabin feel and loved the outdoor deck area. WiFi was good and the place was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place on Boji

Perfect location and nice little place by the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Worked out great

Worked out great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sayler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time with VRBO. Wasn't sure what to expect however it worked out well for my wife and I and our dog. It was comfortable and the owner cares about the property as you had wifi, easy way to access, clean, had some small things available to use, towels, etc. It was nice to hang out and have a good time while being close the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

The property was good. We were thinking it would be closer to lake with a boat docking area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

The proximity to the lake and the wonderful outdoor seating on the spacious deck can't be beat. And dog-friendly to boot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest cabin in the Cove

Such a peaceful cute neighborhood . Clean and decorated so adorable. Owner was very kind and responsive. Loved it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place!

We love the area of Monarch Cove! A great well shaded neighborhood, which is a wonderful getaway from the sun of lake time fun! This little place is cute, with everything you need for day to day. Great deck space to relax and only a short walk from a beautiful lake view, and a wonderful park! The owners were easy to communicate with and helpful with any information we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022