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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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

Nestled in a serene neighborhood, Norb’s Nest is a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, perfect for spending time with family and friends. With beautiful modern coastal decor, the home comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests and offers plenty of room to spread out and relax.

You’ll find two distinct living areas to enjoy. The main floor features a cozy living room with vaulted ceilings and a warm fireplace. Downstairs, a second family room awaits with a large sectional, another fireplace, a TV, and a collection of board games for fun-filled evenings.

The heart of the home is the fully equipped kitchen, complete with modern appliances, a large dining table, and a dedicated coffee and tea nook to start your mornings right.

Step outside to your private, fenced-in backyard. Fire up the gas grill on the large elevated deck, share a meal at the outdoor dining set, or gather around the fire pit in the evening.

Key home features:
- 4 cozy bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms
- Two separate living rooms, each with its own fireplace
- Fully equipped kitchen with a coffee & tea station
- Private, fenced in backyard with a fire pit
- Large deck with a gas grill and outdoor dining area
- Two stall garage and additional off-street parking (boat-friendly)
- Smart TV in basement living area
- Collection of board games for all ages
- Family-friendly items including a pack-and-play and children’s dinnerware

Norb’s Nest is within walking distance from many Clear Lake attractions, including:
- Clear Creek Elementary playground (0.2 miles)
- City Beach and splash pad (0.6 miles)
- City Park (0.6 miles)
- Lake Time Brewery (0.6 miles)
- Downtown Shops and Restaurants (0.8 miles)
- Lady of the Lake (0.9 miles)
- Surf Ballroom (1.5 miles)
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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.
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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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Norb's Nest—spacious cottage, close to Main St pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Entire Vacation Home Near Main St Clear Lake?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire Vacation Home Near Main St Clear Lake on May 18, 2026 start from $330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is Norb's Nest—spacious cottage, close to Main St located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine, City Beach Park, and Clear Lake Fire Museum. Central Gardens of North Iowa and Surf Ballroom and Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ryan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly, lots of hang out space and a great dining area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and have a girls weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

STACEY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend stay while in town for our son's hockey games. Norb's Nest was well maintained, updated, and most important to me... clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best stay at Norb’s Nest! The Owner, Jacob, was a great communicator and a wonderful host! The home is so lovely and comfortable. It was very clean, had great amenities, and a great location to many attractions in Clear Lake! We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in a quiet neighborhood, well cared for and updated. The house layout was comfortable and spacious. It was a perfect place to hang our hat on a busy wedding weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home in a great area. Home was well stocked so we didn't have to bring a lot of extra items. Host was great provided detail instructions and responded promptly. We had a busy wedding weekend so didn't spend a lot of time at the house but would like to plan a summer trip and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Great stay in Clear Lake

We had a great stay in Clear Lake. Norb’s Nest was a great house for our family group that included six adults and a toddler. The house was very clean. It was well equipped with everything we needed. We are walkers and walked to the beach, downtown and to the Farmer’s Market. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessy S.

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

Adorable little house

Absolutely loved this little home it was so cute & comfy . we had a great time . the only thing I can suggest is the back yard needed to be mowed the grass was over grown & the porch brushed off it had debris all over it .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jacob Hackman

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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!

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.

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.

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