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Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!

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Front view - large yard for games!
Exterior
Outdoor patio table with gas grill and beverage cooler.
Patio Table For Eight - garage includes 3 picnic table
Lake 1 block away

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Storm Lake, IA
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harker House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Beds

Family room (3rd floor)

1 Double Murphy Bed

Sun rooom

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!

Historic home with all the modern amenities!

As you enter the house for the 1st time, you'll be amazed at the stunning kitchen! The kitchen includes a large center island, double ovens, wine fridge and large pantry. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare large family meals. The dining room has seating for 10+ with a table for 8 in the breakfast porch! (kids table anyone?) The breakfast porch includes lots of windows with beautiful views of the lake, breakfast seating, sectional (queen bed pull out) and 55'' flat screen tv. The main level living room includes a wood burning fireplace, two leather couches and a corner table to play cards, jigsaw puzzle or read.

The second level has 4 bedrooms plus a seating area for reading or quiet time away from the action. :-) We have a king bedroom, two queen rooms and a fantastic kids bedroom with their own 50 & 55" TV's! The kids room includes two sets of bunkbeds, large sofa sleeper, small futon, video game console and air hockey table.

As you make your way up the 3rd level staircase, we added a 5th bedroom and full bathroom! The family room is an excellent option to hang out to watch moves on the 85” flat screen, play cards, foosball or Ms. Pac-Man.

There are yard games, picnic tables, water toys and more in the tuck under garage. The patio includes a gas grill, stand up refreshment cooler and seating for 8 around patio table. We also have a new firepit perfect for the fall nights. S’mores!

There are two sets of washing machines and dryers for guest use including a laundry chute for convenience from the kitchen and 2nd floor.

Our home has something for everyone and the space to spread out.

There’s lots to do in Storm Lake, including hitting the water park, boating and fishing on our beautiful lake. Our home is in walking distance to the downtown area that includes an ice cream parlor, multiple antique shops, an amazing gift shop and more!
The house is also available for special events! Contact me with questions! Check back for more updates to this historic home in Storm Lake, IA.
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About the neighborhood

Storm Lake

Located in Storm Lake, this vacation home is near a water park and on a lake. Nester Stiles State Preserve and Chautauqua Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Living Heritage Tree Museum and Cherokee County Fairgrounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Storm Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harker House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Buena Vista University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Black Hawk State Park - 39 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪225 Sushi Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Villager - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When you walk in, you want to explore every nook and cranny! It's a beautiful home that is immaculate inside, plenty of space for everyone to spread out and not feel on top of each other. The spacious kitchen was great for our family meals, and very close to the BVU campus and downtown area. This is truly a diamond in the rough and will absolutely stay here again!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2026
Thank you so much! Come back and visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a return stay for our extended family, and it did not disappoint. Everything was clean, communication was quick, and the house had something for all ages to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2026
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home, beautiful, clean, plenty of room. large TV’s in every Bedroom, sunroom, and extra large TV on the 3rd Floor. House is so large you may want to carry your phone with you so can text your other guest just in case you cannot locate them. Ample parking in the drive. Would love to stay there again and again. Host was great. He stayed there a week and we started feeling like that house with our own home and we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2026
Thanks so much!
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10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This home is perfect for our family Christmas, we have used it 2 years in a row and this year was just as wonderful as last. They decorate for it even though our Christmas is usually in Jan. or Feb. which means a lot to our children. Home is clean and well cared for. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 25, 2026
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious home for our family, while in town for a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great home, well decorated. Enjoyed a family weekend for a family wedding. Great memories made with all. Comunicarion with host was prompt and freindly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 17, 2025
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend - location is fantastic, so many different comfortable areas in the home to relax, visit, play board games and watch football! Everyone can be happy doing their thing! Kitchen was wonderful, well stocked with everything you need! Host was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 21, 2025
Thank you! So glad you had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. This house did not disappoint with all its space and amenities. So close to the lake and downtown. Great family vacation spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2025
Thank you Ann!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay and host was excellent to respond
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good except no soap or shower gel in any of the showers. Excellent stay otherwise. Towels are very nice quality. Perfect for a friends or family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2026
I’m sorry! We don’t advertise to include shampoo or body wash. It’s something I want to be able to provide at some point though. Next time, I’d be happy to have items delivered. 😁Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This property was perfect for our group of friends and kids! Plenty of room to spread out and plenty of toys for the kids to play with! Will definitely be staying here again when we are in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2023
Thank you! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to your next visit to Storm Lake. 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is stunning and roomy; well equipped to entertain our kids. There was adequate room for all of us to park. We had a boat, trailer, and 7 vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

This home was the perfect stay for our family while attending a family wedding in the area. The historical aspects in the home were the extra touch that made the stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 11, 2024
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect spot in Storm Lake!!

The property is amazing and absolutely beautiful. We stayed here with family for a family reunion and I couldn't have been more pleased with it. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iowa

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family gatherings

This place has it all and is set up incredibly well for larger groups and people of all ages. The host was incredibly responsive and we very much enjoyed our stay. Hope to book again for future family get together!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2023
Thank you for the kind words! I’m so happy you enjoyed the holiday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September stay

Good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2024
Thanks Logan, come back and visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Huge house!

Great, beautiful house, perfect for our officer retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lodging for our needs

We had some friends and relatives in the area stop in to say hi and everyone was amazed how nice it was. Perfect location, everything we needed was easy to find. Thank you so much for opening your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2024
Thank you Sue! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We rented this home for the second time to bring our extended family (kids and grandkids ages 2-8) for a weekend. The house was beautiful, clean, spacious, and had something for everyone to do. The location was great, and communication with the owner was quick and helpful. We would like to stay here again and would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

Huge, beautiful home! So many rooms, so well kept, enough for lots of family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas

Beautiful home with plenty of space for our family to gather to celebrate Christmas. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked for cooking needs. Felt like home with all the little touches and decorations for the holidays. This is our second stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

The house was beautiful, clean, well stocked and perfect for a large family gathering. Couldn't have been happier. Host was very accessible and responsive. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
Thank you Lisa! You’re group is welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Roomy House Perfect for a Family

This house was amazing! It was large enough for our extended family, clean, had plenty to do for all ages, and was near to everywhere we wanted to go. Elizabeth was very responsive and helpful, and the accommodations couldn't have been better!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2023
Thank you Janet!
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