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The White Oak Haven

Family-friendly vacation home in Eldora with a water park

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom720 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Eldora, IA
  • Place, Pine Lake Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pine Lake State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marshalltown Community College
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Eldora

Located within a 5-minute walk of Wildcat Cave Wildlife Management Area, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Pine Lake Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Pine Lake Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pine Lake State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ellsworth Community College - 26 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Marshalltown Community College - 47 min drive - 43.7 miles
  • Big Treehouse - 49 min drive - 45.2 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Saloon & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Weathered Wheel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Gifford Cafe - ‬12 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.

The White Oak Haven

Relax with the family at this peaceful place to stay. Located across the street from Pine Lake State Park and a wildlife preserve, you can enjoy birdwatching, stargazing and an abundance of wildlife. It is a 5-minute walk to the lake beach and bike trail. It is a 1-minute drive to the Pine Lake CC golf course and a 1-minute drive to the boat ramp. The house features a front porch that overlooks the wildlife preserve. There is also a large back deck and fire pit area. Enjoy the newly remodeled indoor space that includes two bedrooms, a full kitchen, full size washer and dryer, bathroom with a full shower/tub.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 720 square feet

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 12:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Shut the windows and shades
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Eldora, just steps from Pine Lake Beach. You'll also find Pine Lake State Park and Wildcat Cave Wildlife Management Area less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

Is The White Oak Haven good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.

Does The White Oak Haven have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The White Oak Haven?

Yes, every accommodation at The White Oak Haven comes with a deck.

The White Oak Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for near lake and plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was very convenient for our stay. Close to everything and our friends. We were on a hunting trip for deer. Stayed 9 of our 11 day trip. But tagged out so checked out earlier. Tim was very nice about it. The place was very clean and perfect for all our needs for our hunting vacation. We'll definitely reach out to Tim for another Stay in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little spot for my family (including our small dog) to unplug for a weekend. Super close to the Pine Lake walking trails, clean, comfortable, and overall quiet neighborhood. It felt cozy and homey, but also was a great location for us to want to be outside a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and everything seemed new and fresh. Our only issue was that the owner was far from accommodating. Our first issue was that I accidently booked the incorrect week. Almost immediately I realized it and contacted the owner to adjust the reservation as it was showing as available on the VRBO website, though owner said he wasn't able to adjust because his cleaning crew wasn't available. We rolled with it, then the week of check in we weren't able to arrive until the second day of the reservation and owner messaged "Please cancel reservation if you don't intend to use it." and hadn't sent the door code as the check in instructions advised would happen. So I replied stating that we were just arriving a day late and would be there, then had to proceed to ask for the door code. I've never been treated like this from any other rental owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Clean, Easy to find, Close proximity to town and Pine Lake. Stayed here for a Retreat nearby and it worked out Great! Tim communicated well. Will definitely stay again in the future. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vrbo to stay at! Very convenient for Timber's Edge Wedding Venue. Very clean and thought the fridge was cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super nice place! Nicely updated and extremely clean. Everything was top notch. Kitchen pots, pans & dishes etc. were excellent quality. Will definitely stay here next time in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well designed layout and well maintained. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than we expected! Couldn't have been happier with our selection! We will stay here every time we come to Eldora! Tim was easy to work with, readily available, super nice, and we even got to break in the Weber!! Wish we could give it 50 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Spaces

The property was great for our family of four. Fully functioning kitchen and everything we needed. We walked and fished on Pine Lake. The nearby Eldora Aquatic Center was also a highlight. Tim was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Davenport, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
White Oak Haven was a perfect stay for us - everything we needed and wanted! Very comfortable and quiet. Great communication with the owner, easy directions, and well appointed accommodations made for a great weekend getaway! Extra points to Mr. Jennings who generously provided a new grill before we got there! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025