Located within a 5-minute walk of West Okoboji Lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Arnolds Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Arnolds Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
East Okoboji Lake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 109 min drive
Restaurants
Miles Inn Boji Bay - 3 min walk
The Ritz - 6 min walk
Okoboji Store - 11 min walk
The Waterfront Restaurant - 14 min walk
Greenspace - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji
Bedding Summary: Murphy bed: Queen bed Pull out sofa bed: Queen bed
Welcome to the Back House of the Good Old Artsy Tartsy. BEST LOCATION in the Lakes area....Just steps away from Broadway Street with bars, restaurants, and shopping. The East/West Lake Okoboji bridge is just down the road featuring the iconic Smiths Bay beach area, The Ritz, and The Okoboji Store. This efficient back house was recently renovated and sleeps four. It features a queen murphy bed with (Tuft and Needle mattress) and a queen sofa pull out bed. Powder room and shower room. Full kitchen with range and microwave and full-size refrigerator. Stacked washer and dryer. Climate controlled unit. T.V. with cable and high-speed internet. There is a covered front and side patio with a seating area for the Back House. This is a very comfortable space which is walkable to anywhere in Okoboji.
Location, Location, Location: - 530 steps to the Ritz; (We know these steps will not be straight on the way back from the Ritz) - 530 steps to boat rental; - 290 steps to Smiles with Miles; - 70 steps to the Coffee Kup Kafe; - 900 steps Mau Marina and The Okoboji Store; - 550 steps to public beach; - 50 steps to Boji Spudz (donut shop); - 950 steps to arnolds park; - 550 steps to the emporium; - 200 steps to the Boondocks (small convenience store / gas station / Jimmy Johns, across the street) - 10 steps to the Arnolds Park Police Department and City Hall ;-) - Sorry, going to have to drive to the Taco House (a few miles).
Enjoy your stay! This property is professional hosted by Okoboji Vacation Company. Managing vacation properties in the Iowa Great Lakes for over ten years. You can be assured when staying in an O.V.C. property your linens will be clean, the property sanitized and stocked for your basic needs. linen, toiletries, propane replacement are also included in our concierge services included in the posted cleaning fee. We host over fifty properties in the lakes area and are locally owned and operated. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host; think again! Cheers to your next Okoboji adventure with Okoboji Vacation Company; we can’t wait to get you “on Okoboji time”! Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges Advanced Payment of 50% is due at the time of booking. Remaining Balance due 30 days prior to your arrival. Failure to remit final rental payment by scheduled due date may result in cancellation of your reservation All payments are refundable prior to the cancelation due dates. To protect your rental investment, we strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, early departures, no shows, or cleaning or maintenance concerns. If present and reported, all cleaning or maintenance concerns will be corrected promptly. Service fees may apply to guests who reserve online with a third party booking website. Third party services fees are not controlled nor collected by Okoboji Vacation Company, and as such are not reflected on reservation statements provided by Okoboji Vacation Company. A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged to the traveler if canceled between 60 days and 31 days prior to arrival. Reservations canceled within 30 days of arrival will result in no refund. A refundable security deposit of $300 may be charged on reservations. Guests will be responsible for all intentional damage to include but not limited to broken items, soiled or misplaced linens, loss of keys, theft, or failure to remove garbage from the property, or leaving the property excessively dirty. Confetti or glitter is not allowed in the property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 366 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 23
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
311852
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
Located steps from West Okoboji Lake, this vacation home is in Arnolds Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Arnolds Park and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum. You'll also find East Okoboji Lake and Arnolds Park Amusement Park less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with concierge services.
Does Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji.
Reviews
Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji Reviews
7.4
Good
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
david h.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was fine. We new the size going in. The neighbors who shared a outside living space we're partying all night long leaving huge messes and taking up all the outside living chairs. We almost left after the first night because of the neighbors!
david h.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Jodie M.
May 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
The shampoo and conditioner packets were ridiculous. Charge 3 more per day and stock something decent. Couldn't locate the trash bins that were mentioned to be outside.
Jodie M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Amy O.
Oct 11, 2024
Friends meet in the middle
My friend and I haven’t seen each other for almost 2 years and met in the middle from each of our states. We really enjoyed the beauty of Okoboji!
Amy O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
tim S.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Totally Misleading
The property lists that it sleeps four and is 1000 sq feet. Hardly even close. Technically, it does sleep 4 but when the beds are folded out, there is barely any room left in the place. The space is barely 260 sq feet and I measured it! My friend who was gonna stay with my wife and I (we were in town for a wedding) ended up getting a hotel room. We did contact the manager and host and received a small refund but I was out 1/3 of the total cost and my friend was out more than $800 for his hotel. The bathroom and shower is ridiculously small. You can barely sit on the toilet because the sink is in the way. The shower is also stupid small and only suited for short skinny people. I hate to leave a bad review but the ad was so ridiculously misleading that I felt scammed. Should have just booked a hotel instead. You should too.
tim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Nicholas O.
Jun 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
On and Faces the Highway
In fairness to the property owner the things they list about the property are true. It is very close to the activity in the Arnolds Park area. What wasn't explained or addresses is that the property is literally on Hwy 71 which stayed busy for about 20 consecutive hours. Though the room offered some quiet, we still heard traffic at all hours. We chose to only stay for one of our 3-night stay because of this issue.
Additionally, the bathroom is VERY small. You have to rest your arm on the sink when sitting on the stool, and it is a tight squeeze to close the door while using the facilities.
We were looking for a place with access to fun, and this place does offer that. But, the constant noise and the only view being of the Hwy just made it a bad experience for us overall.
Nicholas O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracy F.
Jun 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little place
Walking distance to many local attractions.
Tracy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Macy K.
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing little place
This was the perfectly located cottage, and comfortably fit our family of four. We had minor issues checking, but I missed the original email stating instructions because it was sent to my email under a different name, so I must have deleted it not knowing what it was. Otherwise, wonderful accommodations.
Macy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Mary E.
Aug 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay Cation
Excellent location
Mary E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alecia M.
Aug 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Small but worked well!
Great place for people that just need a place to lay their heads! This is a small place and when both beds are in use, it is full. We didn’t plan on spending our trip in the house anyway, so it was perfect for us. Location is convenient for walking or driving. Street traffic can be loud.