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A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122114 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2114 sq ft (196 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 3 min drive
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 3 min drive
  • City Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 7 min drive
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7 Stars Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. City Beach Park and Clear Lake Fire Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

A New Retreat at Clear Clear Lake, A Uniquely Iowan Experience Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hassan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything is everything
Everything was nice. Everything was welcoming and the neighbors were friendly as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W., Ankeny, us

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!!!!!
Location and house perfect for our family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clear Lake family vacation/retreat.
We love Clear Lake, the town and the lake itself. This property has been beautifully appointed and equipped with the latest technology - from check in to check out, the WIFI, the TVs, the Sonos speakers. Loved the renovations. The family could bond with games, food, walks, bike rides, getting out on the lake and just hanging out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Charmer
Great house, owners prepared for everything. Nice quiet street with view of water out front. Well appointed kitchen and baths, charming living spaces. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARRIE F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun Fest
This home is outstanding. I highly recommend staying at this location. Couldn’t have been easier to navigate between the home, PM Park, and the rest of the family that were staying on the south shore. Plenty of parking for 4 cars. The owners are tremendous. Reached out to check in. We appreciated that. The neighbors are really nice too. My relatives that live there are also recommending this home to their friends that visit. Thank you so much for an easy and enjoyable time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot In Clear Lake
This is a beautiful vacation home in Clear Lake. It is across the street from the lake and has lake views. We spent most of our time on the front deck relaxing with family. Our two adult children, their spouses, and four grandchildren stayed with us. There are quiet spaces for babies to nap and young kids to play. The house is spotless and is stocked with everything you need. The grill made it easy to feed a crowd and there is also a fire pit in the back. We loved our stay and would return when visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Memories!
Perfect home on the lake! We still have teens at home and an adult child with her own little family. This home offered lots of options for spending time together, while still giving us the privacy we needed. The home had everything we needed for our stay and was very well organized. Cleanliness is very important to me, and this home did not disappoint. The host was very quick to respond, and very accommodating. We have rented several vacation homes and this one was one of my favorites!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon R., Marshalltown

Liked: Cleanliness
Springtime Getaway
We had a wonderful time. The house was spotless and had everything we needed and then some. Ben made communication with him effortless and even made returning several items we left very easy. We would be very happy to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., Carroll, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Excellent!
What a great house! We stayed in Clear Lake for a weekend with our young adult kids and this house was perfect for us. Great living spaces, lovely bedrooms, and a kitchen with everything we needed. This home had so many thoughtful details to help make our stay comfortable and easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., St Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful home with everything you would need to be comfortable
We celebrated my mom's birthday with family and friends. there was great sleeping space, beautiful kitchen and a wonderful fireplace to sit around and visit. Awesome HOST as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Trip
This was the first trip we've taken to Clear Lake for ice fishing. Made great memories out on the ice, and then enjoyed warming up in the comfort of the fireplace at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle c., Story City

Liked: Cleanliness
cute and cozy
We enjoyed our stay here, such a cute and cozy home with everything we needed for cooking and baking. Several spaces for visiting and game playing, while others watched the game. The open concept kitchen made everyone feel included and had plenty of room for dining and snacking. Beds were comfortable and fully stocked with plenty of extra pillows and blankets. The house is well decorated and architecturally interesting from the ceiling beams to the unique nooks and pocket doors. It's a fun house with something for everyone, looking forward to staying here again in the summer and enjoying the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqualine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving
A wonderful property for our family Thanksgiving and lefse baking. Spaces for all ages to relax and enjoy time together. Great first time VRBO experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Just what we were looking for.. Awesome bedrooms, awesome sunroom to play cards and visit,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi and Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
It was a beautiful place to get away and relax and spend time with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend Getaway
Ben was a great host. The property is awesome! It was private with a beautiful view of the lake from the sunroom. We really enjoyed watching the sunrise each morning. We will stay here again when we have more time to spend in the Clear Lake area! Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We really enjoyed our stay at this house! It was very clean, big and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget E.

Liked: Cleanliness
More like a Cozy Hotel than a VRBO
Great experience. The property is nestled in one of the little winding neighborhoods on the south shore. The house is cozy, very well stocked (plenty of towels, linens, toilet paper, trash liners, cookware, access to cleaning supplies/vacuum, and a few complimentary snacks). No detail is overlooked. Our only issue was somewhat limited space to set up mattresses and the mattresses deflating in the night. One bedroom has an open ceiling and opens into the upstairs den, so privacy is somewhat limited. There are 8 bed spots (two of those are on an upper bunk that should probably have a weight limit). Parking is tight (normal for this area) and should be maxed out at 3-4 vehicles, there is no street parking. We would love to come back but would not plan on more than 10 people. Owner was great with communication and responded quickly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

VICKI P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular home
We rented this home for my daughters birthday weekend with our family and enjoyed it very much. The backyard is nice & large enough to enjoy a round of bean bags in. The kitchen had all the amenities you need. It’s wonderful to have the basic household items provided. We have stayed many places that don’t offer this so it is a perk. Ben was wonderful with our check-in experience & followed up to make sure we were all good. Five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This slice of heaven on Clear Lake was the perfect spot for our family vacation!
This property was clean, nicely updated and had everything we needed on property for the perfect family vacation! We were able to watch the sunrise and set overlooking Clear Lake! The property is close to the Marina and a quick walk to ice cream! We loved the location and the quiet neighborhood! Excellent communication from Ben start to finish!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lake Getaway
This house has everything we could possibly need and more; very well-appointed and high quality items throughout. The space was very well utilized and cleverly built- every nook and cranny was used and created unique spaces for everyone to spread out and enjoy their time there. Ben was great and responsive, and has done a great job thinking of everything needed, plus going the extra mile to make guests feel welcome. We enjoyed walking through the neighborhood and neighbors were so friendly, chatting with us as we went. We've vacationed at Clear Lake many times, but this was our favorite house to stay at ever- thank you Ben for all of the wonderful ways you made our stay so special!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Our family of 11 enjoyed a weeks vacation at this beautiful home on a quiet street close to the lake. The rental had about everything you need for your stay! A large fridge/freezer and large gas grill was perfect for our family. Lots of room to spread out with the screened in porch, 4 season room and a loft. We enjoyed the front deck for fun of friendly conversation! There were some indoor games for the rainy days. There is also a fire pit in the back yard. The south boat dock is only a few minutes away on Crain street and that is where our pontoon rental from Movement Solutions was dropped off and picked up for us. The beaches are only a few minutes away too. Our family is definitely putting this rental on our stay again list. Thanks to Ben the owner for a wonderful place to stay and enjoy our family time. Kathy & David
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristian Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and owner!
This property accommodated 12 of us very comfortably with tons of different sitting areas to the cool themed rooms! The owner Ben was so responsive if we had any questions or needed help with something! We would definitely stay here again!!! This property has everything you will need. Thank you Ben:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
Owners go above and beyond here! This home could be a romantic get away for a couple. It had absolutely everything our family needed for a fun 4th of July weekend!! Stylish, charming and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022