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Entire Vacation Home Near Main St Clear Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Entire Vacation Home Near Main St Clear Lake
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Clear Lake
Clear Lake is home to this vacation home. Clear Lake State Park and All Vets Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore McIntosh Wildlife Area and Hoffman Prairie. Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home are also worth visiting.
Clear Lake, IA
What's nearby
- MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- City Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Central Gardens of North Iowa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Surf Ballroom and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Clear Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Lake Time Brewery - 12 min walk
- Taco John's - 3 min drive
- Culver's - 3 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Jan 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mara R.
Sep 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mara R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
STACEY H.
Feb 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
STACEY H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Amy F.
Feb 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacy C.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stacy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie V.
Nov 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephanie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristi K.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristi K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Clear Lake
Robin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessy S.
Jul 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little house
Jessy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jacob Hackman
We're the Hackman family - siblings Isaac and Emily, cousin Jacob, and his wife Nicole. Each of us have special memories of growing up visiting Clear Lake, and we realized a few years ago that we all shared the same goal: owning a home base in Clear Lake where we could create new memories together.
The idea for "Norb's Nest" actually started during a family Christmas at our Grandpa Norbert's house. Over a few glasses of wine, we discovered we were all looking for a way to have a permanent spot in town. After a lot of searching and planning, we found this home and spent months turning it into the kind of space we dreamed of as kids.
We named the home after Grandpa Norb because his home was always the designated gathering space for our family - a spot full of noise, laughter, and plenty of room for everyone. That's exactly the energy we wanted for our lake getaway spot. We've outfitted it with a large backyard, a great deck, and two separate living areas so groups and families can actually spend quality time together. We hope you enjoy the house and the lake as much as we do!
The idea for "Norb's Nest" actually started during a family Christmas at our Grandpa Norbert's house. Over a few glasses of wine, we discovered we were all looking for a way to have a permanent spot in town. After a lot of searching and planning, we found this home and spent months turning it into the kind of space we dreamed of as kids.
We named the home after Grandpa Norb because his home was always the designated gathering space for our family - a spot full of noise, laughter, and plenty of room for everyone. That's exactly the energy we wanted for our lake getaway spot. We've outfitted it with a large backyard, a great deck, and two separate living areas so groups and families can actually spend quality time together. We hope you enjoy the house and the lake as much as we do!
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it captures the true 'hometown' feel of Clear Lake while being incredibly close to the energy of the water. It’s a quiet, serene area where you can actually hear the wind in the trees, yet you're just a 10-minute walk from the splash pad at City Beach or a cold pint at Lake Time Brewery.
We love that our street feels like a hidden gem nestled between the local favorites. One of our favorite things to do is walk down to Main Avenue for 'Thursdays on Main' in the summer or grab some Cabin Coffee and head to the lakefront. Being just two blocks from the Clear Creek playground also makes it the perfect home base for families with kids. It’s the kind of neighborhood where people wave as they bike by — the perfect blend of peace and convenience.
We love that our street feels like a hidden gem nestled between the local favorites. One of our favorite things to do is walk down to Main Avenue for 'Thursdays on Main' in the summer or grab some Cabin Coffee and head to the lakefront. Being just two blocks from the Clear Creek playground also makes it the perfect home base for families with kids. It’s the kind of neighborhood where people wave as they bike by — the perfect blend of peace and convenience.
What makes this property unique
What makes Norb’s Nest special is the rare amount of elbow room it offers for a vacation home so close to downtown. While many lake rentals can feel cramped once the whole group arrives, our home was designed for gathering without the squeeze.
Having two distinct living areas — each with its own fireplace — is a game-changer for families. It means the kids can have a movie marathon or board game night downstairs while the adults enjoy a quiet conversation by the fire on the main floor.
Outside, our oversized fenced backyard is a true private oasis. It’s rare to find this much dedicated green space so close to Main Street. Whether you’re hosting a family BBQ on the elevated deck, letting the kids run safely in the grass, or gathering everyone around the fire pit for s'mores, the yard feels like your own private park.
Finally, we’ve leaned into the lakeside cottage feel with modern coastal decor and thoughtful touches — like our dedicated coffee and tea nook — to ensure it feels like a lived-in home, not just another rental property.
Having two distinct living areas — each with its own fireplace — is a game-changer for families. It means the kids can have a movie marathon or board game night downstairs while the adults enjoy a quiet conversation by the fire on the main floor.
Outside, our oversized fenced backyard is a true private oasis. It’s rare to find this much dedicated green space so close to Main Street. Whether you’re hosting a family BBQ on the elevated deck, letting the kids run safely in the grass, or gathering everyone around the fire pit for s'mores, the yard feels like your own private park.
Finally, we’ve leaned into the lakeside cottage feel with modern coastal decor and thoughtful touches — like our dedicated coffee and tea nook — to ensure it feels like a lived-in home, not just another rental property.
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