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WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21

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Public dock across the street
Front porch
Front porch
Family Room with Smart TV
Dining Area with Coffee/Tea Bar

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61072 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, City Beach Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Gardens of North Iowa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21

Newly updated cottage in the perfect location, just a block from City Beach and the splash pad, two blocks from City Park and downtown Clear Lake. And just a 3 minute drive or 15 minute walk to the famous Surf Ballroom. No better way to enjoy your Clear Lake vacation than to walk to the beach (beach towels, toys and wagon provided) or visit some of Clear Lake’s finest! Elly’s, 173 Craft Distillery, Lake Time Brewery, Cookies Etc., Cabin Coffee, Charlie’s Soda Factory, Starboard Market, Cancun by the Lake, Gyro Place, Sevens, Rookies, Tap’d and Clear Lake’s newest coffee house, Lavonia’s!
Bring the boat, we’ve got an extra long driveway ready for your boat and a public launch just down the street.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Feel free to bring an air mattress
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$65 charge for dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 cottage. Surf Ballroom and Museum and Buddy Holly Crash Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and McIntosh Wildlife Area. Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • City Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21?

As of 21 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21 on 20 Jun 2026 start from £161, 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 at WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is WINTER DANCE PARTY SPECIAL! Jan 28-Feb 3 or KITE FESTIVAL Feb 21 located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kurt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach, park, and downtown. Annual Harvestfest event was taking place during our stay which was fun to stroll through all the street vendors. Very nice stay and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjyable stay/. Walking distance to everything we wanted to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with perfect proximity to the beach. Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt H.

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

Great stay

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute house and very clean. Close to the lake and downtown. We had a very nice stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ P.

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

Great stay

Very nice location, close to beach, downtown, surf ballroom, etc. Fun place to travel too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The inside of the house was just as pictured. Everything we needed was provided by the host, and the location was walking distance to downtown. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was fantastic. The decor was very nice. The bedrooms were both good sized. The house is older so it had a slight smell, like mildew, but I think that was because of the extremely wet summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

PERFECT Location

This is such a cute property in the perfect location! We loved being able to walk to the beach as well as into town for shopping, dining, or just some Cabin Coffee. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Wonderful cottage!

Owner was easy to communicate with and flexible! Had a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alec R.

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

Family Vacation

Stayed here with 5 family member and we had plenty of room. Great spot with easy access to downtown and the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Perfect Getaway

We recently stayed at this wonderful property, and it exceeded all our expectations! The location was perfect—just a short walk to the city beach and restaurants.The house itself was well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially loved the cozy living area, which was perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.Overall, this was an amazing experience, and we can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

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

Mr

Great property and a good location. Tiffany was great to work with. Lots of extras to make you feel at home! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Location location location

The property was a perfect spot for my young family to be able to walk to and from City Beach and City Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo G.

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

Great place to stay!

The house was very clean and nicely decorated. Had a pup basket with blankets and dog dishes. Kitchen was well stocked with gas stove and a dishwasher which was nice to have. A overall all great place to stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Getaway by the Lake

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! The accommodations were wonderfully appointed with all the comforts of home. It is within walking distance to everything you need and a lot of dining and entertainment. Clear Lake is a gem and this property makes it easy to enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Sisters Weekend

Perfect location and accomodation for 3 sister getaway. The "extra" amenities are wonderful. Great coffee on the porch and premium soaps & shampoo add a special touch. Excellent communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Music and Boating/Fishing Getaway

Great music from local bands. Gigo’s for dinner! Pizza at PM park! Clean neat place thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Weekend with sisters

We planned a weekend together and this place was perfect. The house is conveniently located to the lake and town. The sun porch was great! This house was clean and ready for us as promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Weekend

This house is decorated for the lake without being overwhelmingly decorated. Older home with a small kitchen and bathroom but perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya B.

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

Lovely house. Perfect location.

It’s the little things that make a stay wonderful. Good coffee, quality shampoo, nice bedding, and the beach chairs and wagon made the stay perfect. We could walk to the beach and the park and restaurants. I would recommend you stay here. We were just 2 people with lots of space for more. I would come back here with the kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Qute house and great location.

Good space, updated kitchen which was awesome, update bathroom and bedrooms. Super long driveway and lots of extra perks...coffee, beach gear, ice maker, and much more. All questions were answered quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

We Loved our stay in Clear Lake!

My wife, oldest daughter and I really enjoyed our stay at Tifani's Clear Lake house. We loved the short walk to the center of town and the lake. The house was big enough to host a day with our extended family from Forest City while we watched the classic car parade pass by the front yard. Very clean and comfy! Thanks Tifani, we'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Great Location Near Downtown

The location of this property is excellent! We were able to walk three short blocks to downtown to a great coffee shop because we were too lazy to make it. A grocery store, a gyro diner, and other great little places are all within walking distance. The property itself included plenty of towels along with beach chairs and other amenities for enjoying the lake. This adorable two-bedroom house can easily handle a family of four. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Clear Lake Property

Our family loved the size of the home and how close the property was to walk to the many activities available downtown. Grab a visitors guide so you don’t miss activities like the farmers market, music in the park and the many specialty businesses and restaurants. Thank you for sharing you home with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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