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Bayside Cottage

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A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lights, and a dining area in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A single-story house with a front porch, a small deck, and a tree in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. The room has a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

Bayside Cottage

Enjoy the tranquility of Clear Lake's Bayside area. This retreat offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2-car garage, open floor plan, & private rear yard. This makes an outstanding getaway with room for the whole family, plus extra parking for boats & lake toys.

Avoid crowds by walking to Bayside beach and relax in the sun with the whole family. Within 2 1/2 blocks you will find a boat launch, picnic area, beach, and dock. PM Park, with restaurant, Tiki Bar, beach, and park is just a little farther down the street. The Sweet Spot ice cream is across South Shore Drive.

A boat launch is 2 1/2 blocks at the Bayside beach. State Park is 1.3 miles. It is just off South Shore Drive and has a large park area and beach. City Beach and boat launch is downtown Clear Lake by City Park (2.2 miles). McIntosh State Park is 4.5 miles in Ventura.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3367277vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Clear Lake

Clear Lake is home to this holiday home. Clear Lake Fire Museum and Surf Ballroom and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 28 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayside Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayside Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bayside Cottage located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Clear Lake and Clear Lake State Park. Clear Lake State Park Beach is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a wedding and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The property was sparkling clean and had every amenity we needed. Plus it’s just a few minute walk to the water and the Tiki bar. Highly recommend staying here - 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great Nice quiet neighborhoodgreat location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Included everything needed for a short getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I always have a short getaway around Christmas and this was the perfect little cottage. It was clean and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bayside Cottage is the best place to stay. The open floor plan is so good and decorated so nicely. It is well supplied with your best quality of products. Really does feel like home when you stay there. Would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home I would definitely start here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Bayside Cottage. We love the location, the large amount of parking spots and the cozy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and has everything you need. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was there with my daughters for clear lake Christmas had a great weekend just hanging out after the festivities in clear lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home, lots of amenities, very cute place. We ran into really bad weather and the owner was very willing to let us extend our stay if necessary!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet cottage, great location and say
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, convenient location, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and was just as perfect as the first! The garage area was perfect for grilling and watching football after a long day of fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very cozy and convenient to other family who live close by. Very clean......loved the patio and had a great evening fire in the fire pit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a girls weekend. Rained most of the time..but still a BLAST..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geneva M.

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

Adorable house, great location!

Everything was just like the pictures, with access to tons of great local spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Weekend Getaway

The property was very clean, great location, and had lots of items on hand. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Family reunion

Great spot for our family to stay for a Clear Lake family reunion. The cabin is updated and had everything we needed for the extended weekend stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Home away from home!

The Bayside Cottage had everything needed to make our stay comfortable. Very clean and nicely decorated, easy to get to, and close to Clear Lake and Mason City. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GONZALO O.

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

Nice place to be with your family

I had a couple of weeks in the place and had no complaints
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

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

Perfect spot

Loved the house and the location. Fishing trip with friends and the lake is a block away. House had everything you need, and was cozy and clean. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Great time!

Wonderfully appointed cottage. We really enjoyed our time in Clear Lake and appreciate how nice this place was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Wedding weekend in Clear Lake

The property was clean comfortable. Enjoyed the proximity to the lake and the Tiki Bar/restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brady M.

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

Ice fishing trip

Everything was great! Perfect place to stay for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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