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The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms915 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Arnolds Park, IA
  • Place, 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, East Okoboji Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, West Okoboji Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arnolds Park

This vacation home places you within a short walk of East Okoboji Lake and within a mile (2 km) of West Okoboji Lake. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • East Okoboji Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • West Okoboji Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Arnolds Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Outrigger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ritz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Getaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 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 Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort

Welcome to `The Playing Hooky` vacation cabin! Your Iowa Great Lakes getaway at Bridges Bay Resort, the highly sought-after waterpark resort, in the heart of Arnolds Park — a stylish and family-friendly vacation retreat located near all the excitement of the Okoboji area. Whether you`re planning a summer lake vacation, a weekend at the amusement park, or a relaxing escape with friends and family, this beautifully appointed vacation cabin offers the ideal home base for experiencing everything the Iowa Great Lakes have to offer.

Bedding Summary:
Primary bedroom: King Bed
Guest bedroom 2: Full over Full Bunk Bed, Twin Trundle
Full sized Pull-out Couch in Living Room
Garage: Murphy Bed

This spacious all one level (a rare find in the cabin development) vacation cabin. Each reservation includes SIX daily waterpark passes and access to all resort amenities: Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark and swim-up bar, The Waterfront Grille and Bracco`s World Cafe restaurants, SkyRyder zipline, live music and entertainment, on-site fitness center, arcade and game room, and a fully stocked fishing pond!
`Playing Hooky` is one level living with an attached finished garage. The master bedroom offers a king sized bed and en-suite bathroom. The second guest bedroom offers a full over full bunk bed with twin trundle. The living room provides additional sleeping space with a full size pull out couch. Sleeping a total of 9 in the property. Just off the guest bedroom is a second full bathroom with shower/tub combination. The property boasts a stackable washer and dryer for your convenience. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the comforts of home and seating for six at the table and three at the kitchen island. The patio off the living room is the perfect hang out with additional eating and entertainment space. Hang out by the firepit or grill up some steaks. That`s not all...the garage is also staged for entertainment with cornhole, foosball and a smart TV.

Guests love the unbeatable location near:

West Okoboji Lake
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
Local waterfront dining & bars
Concerts and entertainment at Preservation Plaza
Public lake access and boat rentals
Shopping, coffee shops, and family attractions

There is parking space for up to 2+ vehicles in the driveway, overflow parking lots at the resort, and dedicated boat/trailer parking lot.

Cancelation Policy – Okoboji Vacation has set this policy with you in mind. You are allowed to cancel your reservation up to 60 days prior to your arrival with a full refund. If you need to cancel between 59 days and 30 days you will receive a 50% refund. Within 30 days of your arrival no refunds are given. Additional terms and conditions may apply if booking through a channel.

The Playing Hooky cabin is a professional managed Lake Okoboji vacation rental. Brought to you by Okoboji Vacation Co., a locally owned and operated company that has been your trusted name in hospitality since 2012. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish & hand soap, garbage bags, dishwasher & laundry detergent. Included in your cleaning fee is the above toiletry starter pack, propane replacement, and access to our Host Store. Items including early check-in/late check-out options, hangover kits, pack n’ plays or toddler cots, bottled water packs, firewood, etc. are available for a small fee on the store and will be waiting in the home upon your arrival. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host...think again! Okoboji Vacation Company...let`s get you LAKEBOUND.
Pets - Allowed with Applicable Pet Fee | 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 with exception of booking fees and credit card fees. 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. Booking fees and Credit card fees are nonrefundable.
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, 3 bathrooms, 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 private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 915 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

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

Rules

Pets - Allowed with Applicable Pet Fee | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

349961

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Arnolds Park, a short 13-minute walk from East Okoboji Lake and also 16 minutes on foot from 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji. You'll also find West Okoboji Lake and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort?

Yes, there is a garage.

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; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

What do couples enjoy most about The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort?

Yes, every house at The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

The Playing Hooky Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.0
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2.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hadley J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
When we first arrived there was trash in the yard and bushes. As we were bringing things inside we noticed very sticky spots on the floor. The counters were dirty, see attached photo of dirty cleaning wipes we had to buy. We had to vacuum immediately. As we were getting ready for bed, the bedding was dirty. Full of long black hair, chips, and lots of stains. We brought the concerns up with the property manager and she was able to deliver new stuff 4 hours later which was a long time of us waiting around. The decorative pillows are very dirty and we had to get them off the beds right away. There was left over Taco Bell and coffee left in the garage garbage which was not pleasant to smell. There was countless dirty things we found, under the bed we found someone’s empty facial spray, dirty socks, garbage and a rotten SAUSAGE. Gross. See photos. There were also spiders and cobwebs all over. Overall this place needs a complete head to toe deep clean, and all new bedding and towels. 3 stars is being kind. All of us girls agree this was a dirty place and we are still shocked. I can confidently say we left the place cleaner than how we got it!
Disinfectant wipe
Disinfectant wipe
Blanket from closet as comforter was dirty
Spiders and webs all over
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025