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Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park!

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available

Explore the area

Arnolds Park, IA

Arnolds Park
‪19 min walk‬
West Okoboji Lake
‪1 min drive‬
'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arnolds Park

Located within a 5-minute walk of Emerald Hills Golf Course, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of West Okoboji Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

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What's nearby

Arnolds Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
West Okoboji Lake - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Okoboji Summer Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
Brooks Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Taco House - ‬7 min walk
‪The Hutt Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
‪Okoboji Store - ‬4 min drive
‪West O Beer - ‬19 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.

Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park!

Staying close to all the attractions for less!
Great place for your family and friends to all be together in a cabin close to all the activities and happenings of Okoboji! We are a very short distance (approximately 6-7 blocks) from beaches, restaurants, bars, and Arnolds Park amusement park. We are located across from a nature reserve, a block from the water (West Lake) and seconds from an amazing bike trail, not to mention 6 blocks from shopping at the Emporium, dining at area restaurants while enjoying the activities on the water. We are 2 blocks from Emerald Hills Golf Course! You are sure to enjoy the lakes area no matter your interest whether it is you and friends or family. Come enjoy the Great Lakes of Iowa in Okoboji!

This cabin/house is located across from a nature preserve and next to our seasonal RV park. You will enjoy a large front yard for activities, grilling, grill pit and patio. The Amenities of this cabin are move in ready for you to enjoy your time with family and friends!

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

Property manager

Alan Spencer

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake

Things to do

Water park
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

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 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Your Family Friends Stay Heart Okoboji/arnolds Park House

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Your Family Friends Stay Heart Okoboji/arnolds Park House

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Your Family Friends Stay Heart Okoboji/arnolds Park

Your Family Friends Stay Heart Okoboji/arnolds

Your Family Friends Stay in the Heart of Okoboji/arnolds Park

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Arnolds Park is within a 10-minute walk of West Okoboji Lake and Emerald Hills Golf Course. You'll also find Arnolds Park and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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 Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park!?

At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park!?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park!?

Yes, every accommodation at Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park! comes with a deck.

Your Family Vacation Starts Here, Less than a Mile from Arnold's Park! Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Rhonda M.

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The property is as advertised, well located, and overall worked well for our two families who met there. Our biggest complaint is that the water never got hotter than lukewarm so showers were very quick!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great area

2 years in a row been great

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Sep 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice atmosphere

We enjoyed our stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Aug 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Stay close to Arnold’s Park

We loved it! We already booked a return trip. Very cozy!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shelley A.

Aug 19, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay if you want be in a campground

We checked in at 4pm and the place was a mess. No one had been there to clean. I place was very dated and is in the campground with very little parking for several families to stay. The rooms are not as they look in the pictures. Upstairs 1 room with king bed, and 1 room with 2 queen beds is right. In the advertised pictures they just change the pictures and bed spreads to make it look like more rooms. The 3 bedrooms in the basement each had a full size bed with little walking room and no headboard or nightstands. This place was a step up from staying a camper in a close quarter campers. I give this place a negative 10!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Jul 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and nice property

We were late to planning and had only a couple options with 5 bedrooms to accommodate our full family. The property was great! I was a little concerned reading the reviews but it was great! Very clean! There were dehumidifiers in the basement to avoid any damp basement smell mentioned by others. We had a small issue with the air conditioning and left a phone message for the owner. He was at the door in 10 minutes!!! And quickly fixed the issue. The house sits right along the road but is primarily bike and golf cart traffic. We had ample parking and there is. Spot Long the road the was easy to park the boat. We were able to walk to Arnold’s park and the beach on quiet back roads. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kim V., Bismarck

Jul 22, 2024

Not as it looks in pictures

The property is in a RV court which is not listed on the description. The outdoor fire pit and patio area is very small and beside a busy road.. this property did not give a good depiction and the inside of the cabin is very dark. It could improve on cleanliness and the beds are not very comfortable . Many of the doors are warped, and do not close..one of the gas grills was not hooked up and the other was very dirty. I would not recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonja

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

We arrived to a clean property after having to wait to check in past the check in time. The property is located in an RV park and has a small, unkept yard. The patio was dirty and unkept with branches all over. It is not secluded at all, nor is it safe for children. The pictures were deceiving about the location of the property. The location is very busy located on a busy road and also with a road circling the house for any tenants to use. The house is not in walking distance of businesses or beaches. The house itself was clean. The kitchen faucet and dishwasher barely worked. We struggled to find information as there was no booklet or information left in the house for Wi-Fi login, remotes, checking out requirements, and garbage information. Parking spots were unclear. The host responded once in a while. We contacted owner about grill and remotes. One grill did not work and was not hooked up. For the amount of money spent to stay, we felt the information for booking was misleading.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paula A.

Jul 11, 2024

Misleading listing

The main problem with the listing is that it is misleading. It does say that it is located next to an RV park, but does not reveal that there are RV's surrounding the house (literally within feet). One end of the house is the office to the RV park, and there is very little outdoor space. The only outdoor space available is pictured - a small porch and fire pit - and it is just a few feet from a fairly busy road. So, if you are looking for privacy and outdoor space, this place is not for you. Also, the house, especially the basement, was extremely damp and musty. This may have been worse because of the very wet summer that Iowa has had, but it made especially the basement unpleasant. All the doors in the basement were difficult or impossible to close because of the swelling due to the moisture. We usually do a lot of our own cooking on vacations, and the pots and pans at the house were not adequate for cooking family dinners. Otherwise, the house was clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase R.

Jul 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

House fit our needs well and is great property just a block from the lake. Beds were all comfortable and two rooms upstairs are huge. Would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Sep 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet.

Very quiet area during our stay

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanner B.

Aug 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great space and plenty of room. Great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

Aug 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Unexpected pleasure!

This house met, and in many ways, exceeded all of our needs; thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve s.

Aug 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf stay

6 guys stayed. Really comfortable and close to emerald hills.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Aug 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Olson fun

Nice place good location

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Jul 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Missed stay

We were scheduled to stay here but ended up with a family emergency and weren’t able to make it happen. Maybe another time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Jun 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lady Golfers

Met our needs. Plenty of beds and bathrooms. Close to all golf courses.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Jun 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house, big and clean

The upstairs rooms are huge and worked out great for cooking, eating and playing games. Used the outdoor table to eat too and fire pit one evening. Three bedrooms downstairs are fine to sleep. All three bathrooms were updated and very nice. Couldn't ask for more..so glad this was our place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Janice R.

May 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Siblings Retreat

We had a great time. We left a list of suggestions that we thought would be helpful for future guests. We are probably ‘unusual guests’ in that we enjoy being together, cook, bake, play lots of games n stay at the house for the most part. Thank you, Alan, for responding to my ‘issues’ and bringing a new grill. I hope you have a great season!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Aug 29, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Okobji

Great place! Everything was perfect except the pillows on the beds need to be replaced. Otherwise it’s a great place.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Aug 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family place

Nice for family we had 3 families park is nice for kids

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

michelle h.

Aug 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place and easy to get to

Nice house and plenty of room!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Robert V.

Jul 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

It was OK.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tonya B.

Jul 24, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Okoboji Family Vacation

This cabin was very clean and just the right size for our family. Only downfall is that it wasn't near as close to walking distance to shops and restaurants. Overall, a great place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Clarence D.

Jul 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location, security needs updating

First the bad - to access the property there is an electronic key pad. The access code is so basic that if someone wanted to break in, it would probably be their first or second guess. Not only that, but the code has clearly never been changed, so anyone that has ever stayed here would already have the code and could come back and access the property anytime they wanted. There are no additional locks, chains, slide-bolts, etc. so anyone that can figure out the extremely basic access code can access the property at any time. We did not have any problems with this while we were there, but I never felt very safe while we were sleeping (although I wedged a chair in front of the door at night) nor did I like leaving all our stuff during the day. I get why the owner uses the electronic key pad for check-in and check-out, but there should be at least one additional lock with a key that the renter has control over while staying (or at least a chain or bolt for additional security at night). I would have given the property 4 stars, but this issue really bothered me. Outside of this, the property is in a good location. Just minutes from beaches, marinas, or the amusement park. Its a little odd being on the edge of the RV park. However, this is a seasonal, long-term RV park and is very quiet. We stayed Sunday-Thursday and only saw anyone in the RVs once or twice. The place had everything we needed. Gas grill was in great condition and had full tank and all the utensils we needed. Bed mattresses all looked/felt new and were comfortable. However, the master bed is slightly out of level (or maybe its the floor that isn't level) and it slopes slightly toward the headboard. The TV remote in the main room barely works and a channel listing would have been helpful (although it was so hard to use the remote not sure how much help).

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022