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Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove!

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Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bonus Room

1 King Bed

Bunkroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Laundry/flex room

1 Double Futon

Queen Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove!

Welcome to The Cozy Cove! Come relax in our newly remodeled 100 year old home located on the south shores of Clear Lake, where you can catch a sunrise and a sunset! From our quiet dead end road you'll see ducks and hear the birds as you enjoy your morning cup of coffee and take in the sweeping views of Clear Lake. Make memories cooking in our fully stocked remodeled kitchen with your family and friends and when you are all done savor a glass of wine on the deck next to the gas fire table overlooking the lake. Want a little more adventure? Hit the bike trail steps away, fish off the dock, or cool off with a dip! Clear lake has loads to do!

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids can enjoy our triple bunk!
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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
There is a sliding door off one of the upstairs rooms onto a rubber flat roof. Emergency exit only! Please do not damage our roof.
Homeowners reserve the right check on house and use dock to access boat. Call or written notice will be given in advance
This is a residential neighborhood so please respectful of noise after 10pm

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2362060vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ventura

Located in Ventura, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Clear Lake Fire Museum and Surf Ballroom and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Clear Lake State Park and All Vets Golf Course. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • City Beach Park - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 10 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KWIK STAR #223 - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Snuggle up at The Cozy Cove! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. Ventura City Park and Ventura Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home with plenty of room for the kids to play. Beautiful functional kitchen. We all had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Wonderful stay

This home was clean and well kept and Kathryn is a gracious and thoughtful host. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Lovely lake home

Lovely lake home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne s.

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

Tanglefoot Retreat

We had a wonderful time on the water!! Lovely amenities!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Clear Lake Ice Fishing

Great home right on Clear Lake was perfect for our ice fishing trip. Great host too. The wife was especially pleased with the well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

This place was well equipped and the communication was great !!!

Only thing I would do is trim up some of the branches around the deck. The fishing off the dock and the slide was so much fun. The house had everything we needed and then some and I would stay here again the town was amazing .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2022
We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed our cabin and the Clear Lake experience! It’s an amazing place to make memories with family. Thank you so much for the suggestion about the branches. There are some very specific guidelines we have to follow with the Department of Natural Resources but we will do our best to make an improvement in that area! Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking care of our property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Cozy Lake Home

We loved the location of the property for gathering with family. The house had all we needed to just enough spending time together. The lake was beautiful even in the freezing temps. The house was clean and communication was easy with the host. We woukd stat again:)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Dream house on the lake

From booking to check out, working with Kathryn and staying at this beautiful property was an exceptional experience. Communication was consistent and the property was exactly as described. Highly recommend booking with Kathryn if you are looking for a relaxing lake house getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2022
We love hearing about our customers experiences and are so glad that you were able to make some happy memories with your family! That’s what “Lake Time” is all about! Your group was a breeze to work with as well and we hope you are able to make many more memories with your family. Best wishes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Great place!!

Access to the lake in town were great! Had great luck fishing off the dock, and in the boat! I would highly recommend this property! There is a spiral staircase to the second floor, which could be challenging for elderly. Otherwise everything you need is at this property!! we definitely return if ever back in Clear Lake!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

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

Perfect for our annual sister trip!

Growing up, my family spent two weeks every summer at Clear Lake. Six years ago started a new tradition and returned for a 5-7 day summer stay. The property we previously rented was sold and not part of a rental program, so first time at Cozy Cove. Home exactly as described. Lots of bedroom space for all of us, as well as separate areas to lounge on first floor. Was especially pleased with the kitchen: Large and great layout, state-of-the-art appliances, fully appointed with everything we needed, which made meal-making a lot easier and much more fun. Excellent communication with the host; very responsive and nice! Easy check-in / out process. Lastly, the neighborhood was very cool to walk around every morning. Lots of fun nooks to explore. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Relaxed & rejuvenated!

Our multi-generational family absolutely loved our time. The location is ideal, especially when you have young kids, and the property just feels like a home. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

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

Great Property

Thank you to our hosts for this amazing property to enjoy at Clear Lake. The house is so comfy with great views of the lake. The dock and patio area are where we spent a lot of our time. The host was so easy to work with. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Excellent property on southwest side of Clear Lake

We really enjoyed the whole package this property had to offer. Plenty of sleeping and entertaining room for 10+ people both inside and out. Great views and areas to relax. Kitchen area is fully stocked with cooking equipment and dishes as well a large fridge/freezer. The depth of the water off the large dock area is 3-5 foot range with a couple ladders to easily get in and out. We brought our kayaks to help enjoy the water even more. The property is close to Clear Lake Marina and PM Park where you can rent boats/jet skis as well as enjoy outdoor dining by the lake. Definitely would recommend this place to families or couples looking for a getaway on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Water Front

Nice lake front property with Dock. Easy to get too. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry R.

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

Great place to relax and spend time with family!

This house has views of the lake and many great spaces to relax and spend family time. Hosts were easy to get in touch with and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Kapka

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Why they chose this property

We recently purchased this property to make memories with our 3 small children. Since we know we can't be there all the time we want to share this opportunity with others!

What makes this property unique

We love the shaded views of the lake on our quiet street.

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