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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
TV
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Gardens of North Iowa
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, City Beach Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Clear Lake

Located within a 5-minute walk of Surf Ballroom and Museum, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Clear Lake Fire Museum. The vacation home includes a microwave and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Clear Lake Fire Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • City Beach Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Country Club Hights Park - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KWIK STAR #223 - ‬4 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.

This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.

Stay comfortably in Clear Lake at this 2-bedroom house. The bedrooms feature 3 queen beds, perfect for a good night's sleep. All the amenities with dishwasher, HVAC and the bathroom with shower bathtub and other amenities like hair dryer for your convenience. Outside firepit with wood provided. Parking in drive for up to three cars or vehicle and boat.
Walk to Everything!
Just 1 block from Surf Ballroom – legendary music and year-round entertainment
Bowling, lakeside pubs, and restaurants are minutes from your door
Public boat ramp is only a block away – back your boat in with ease
Downtown Clear Lake is a scenic half-mile stroll for shopping, live music, and ice cream
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Take out the trash

Lock the doors

No need to strip the beds, you are my guest. Thank you for staying.

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
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number FT0432758

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 and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Clear Lake, just steps from Surf Ballroom and Museum. You'll also find Clear Lake Fire Museum and Central Gardens of North Iowa less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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.

Are there hot tubs at This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal), which is 3.3 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.?

No, you won't find house with balconies at This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action..

This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The owner was very accommodating for my schedule.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Red House was amazing! It had everything you could imagine from snacks to all kinds of coffees! The atmosphere was even better.The host was very responsive and friendly. We are already planning on a repeat day!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Deb is a lovely host! The care she's put into the cottage, from heavenly bedding, to charging stations to interior design is beyond compare. We'd love to have this be our home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this little cottage. Some of its great features were: Comfy furniture-including the beds, a well stocked kitchen including an amazing complimentary coffee selection & snack basket, and its proximity to the Surf! In the spirit of lake cottages, she can be a bit drafty on bitter cold days, just pack the slippers. Deb was quick to respond to any issues with the few hiccups we had, we do wish we had known the washing machine was out of order. But all in all a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a very nice, relaxing weekend. The kitchen was very well stocked with all the cookware you need. Comfortable beds and furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness
I have never worked with a more accommodating host. Deb is everything you would hope for and more. She had a welcome basket ready for us, and even put up a Christmas Tree for us to enjoy! She thought of everything - from a well stocked kitchen, to lots of hangers and towels. We were more than comfortable and loved every moment!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, cute and comfortable place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was amazing, the host was very prompt with any questions I had. I recommend this house to everyone, beautiful inside and out and walking distance to the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything-perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful space! Wish we could've stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This little home was absolutely beautiful, cozy and perfect in every way! The host offered a Welcome snack basket upon arrival! She provided many items for convenience that I haven't seen other hosts provide. The bedrooms were extremely comfortable and very easy to get a full nights sleep in. The dining area was in the front porch area which offers the natural light and incredible sunrise. The fire pit was a nice touch and wood was provided. Home was located a block away from the Lake and Surf Ballroom, it is oozing with history! The pricing was very inexpensive for the amenities provided here. Games and puzzles were even available as well as the cutest beach towels. We loved every second and highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025