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Charming Vintage Lake Cottage

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A cozy cabin interior with a large window overlooking a wooden deck and a lake.
A white wooden gate with an arch, surrounded by lush greenery and a white picket fence.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a view of the outdoors.
A cabin interior with a kitchen area, a dining table, and a view of Spirit Lake.
A cabin interior with a kitchen area, dining table, chairs, and a blue cabinet.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Spirit Lake
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Spirit Lake, IA
  • Place, Spirit Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, McClelland Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mini-Wakan State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Lakeside

1 Queen Bed

Turquoise Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Vintage Lake Cottage

Quiet, breezy north shore of beautiful Big Spirit Lake . Lakefront view in this
cozy vintage cottage with knotty pine walls. Vintage furnishings, just like grandma's
cottage. 3 bedrooms, one bathroom. Large lake front deck with furniture. Grill,
hammock, dock, large yard.

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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 13–17
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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
Bonfires - only on non-windy days. An outdoor garden hose on lake side of cottage by large rock. Please make sure hose is shut off after use.
NO DIVING off dock. Young children must be supervised on dock. Swimming is at your own risk.
Fire Extinguisher is located below sink next to stove.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1735608vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Spirit Lake

Located in Spirit Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Okoboji Summer Theatre and Higgins Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brooks Golf Club and Emerald Hills Golf Course. Goodies Handmade Candies and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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Spirit Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Spirit Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • McClelland Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mini-Wakan State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jackson County Waterfowl Production Area - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • West Okoboji Lake - 15 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A&W - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Vintage Lake Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Vintage Lake Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vintage Lake Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vintage Lake Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Vintage Lake Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Spirit Lake cabin is just steps away from Spirit Lake and McClelland Beach. Mini-Wakan State Park and Trickle Slough Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the stay at the Spirt Lake Cabin exceeded expectations. The view from the home and doc was beautiful! The lake water quality off the dock was not ideal for swimming due to north winds, but paddle boarding was a great option. The host communication with the host as needed with timely and repsectful. The area was peaceful and close to Okoboji and Aronalds Park!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the north shore. Had everything needed in the cabin. The living room area is big and comfortable, great views of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Excellent guest...they are welcome back any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann R.

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

Beautiful view of the lake

The cabin was great. Loved the view and the lake. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Ann, thank you for staying with us, and we invite you to come back again in the future. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All that we hoped for and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Great spot with awesome view

Really enjoyed the living space, lot of room to spread out and take in the awesome view of the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Andrew, Thank you for booking with us, and we welcome you back to our property next summer again. My best,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

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

Great rental

Even with flooding limiting swimming/boating, we loved our stay. So peaceful sitting on deck or dock. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2024
Thank you Ann for staying with us. We invite you to come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse N.

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

Quiet and beautiful view

We had a great time on our stay, beautiful view, quiet area, fish were biting, kitchen had plenty of room to work in, furniture was comfy, unfortunately it rained alot during out stay, but we still enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2024
Thank you Jesse for staying with us at our cottage, we invite you to come back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Slice of Heaven

We had the most amazing stay at the charming vintage cottage! We already miss the amazing views of Big spirit lake. The yard was gorgeous and our kids had a blast playing yard games. The cabin had every item you could think of from tinfoil to spices to pots and pans. Anytime we needed something it was there! The beds were so comfortable after long days of exploring the nearby communities and amenities. The host left us a personal note with Recommendations of activities in the area based on our kids ages. To top it all off, we were greeted with a plate of fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. Words can't even express how Perfect our stay was. I recommend everyone who reads this should stay at the charming vintage cottage! On the other hand I hope it isn't sold out when we book again for next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cozy, Vintage Cabin Getaway

Loved the cabin itself but felt there could have been better or more supplies considering we had registered as 5 guests for 4 nights. We ran out of dish soap, paper towels, toilet tissue. And there were no dish rags or wash cloths, only dish towels & hand towels/bath towels. That is fine if we know ahead of time so we are prepared & can bring our own but the description said soaps & paper goods supplied as well as towels or linens. Not trying to be picky or rude, just thought you should know. It would also be nice to have a place to hang clothes or a better storage area in the bedroom off of the deck. The bed was very cozy & comfy! Appreciated having fans! Living room furniture very comfy & conducive to family game nights! Also, there was no hammock which I was really looking forward to as was represented in the photo! Had 2-3 lovely bonfires in the fire pit & enjoyed yummy s’mores one night! Beautiful lake view! Thank you for everything! We had a great family vacation making the most of every moment!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Hello Steven, Thank you for your response and input, very helpful. We will take note of those items. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay! Please consider us next year! My best,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Awesome Trip for a Family of 6!!

There is so much to like about this property. You need to understand this is a cottage on the lake. It's not a 5 star hotel. We have stayed all over Okoboji, this was our fav place. Everything was very organized, clean beds, living room, etc. The owners communicated the entire stay. I even left a couple items and they offered to mail them to me! There is internet in the cabin and internet TV for the rainy days. We had a campfire each night outside. The space by the lake is huge with a big deck and plenty of chairs in front of the water. Also had a hammock and big sectional outside.The neighbors were both awesome and super nice to us.The location is exactly what we were looking for. We wanted to get away from the town but also be close enough to get anything we needed (12-15 minute drive to grocery store). There is a bait shop about 5 minutes north towards Loon Lake, we stopped there every morning. Spillway Drive in for Ice Cream was 12 minutes. The cottage is in a private set of houses on a private road. There is ample parking for up to 4 vehicles in front of the cottage. You are on the north shore of Big Spirit. The water is crystal clear, we brought a boat but didn't need/use it. We caught SO many fish from the dock...bass, crappie, perch, bluegill, walleye, catfish, drums. The kids were busy all day. You can get in the water and swim anytime as it's super safe and clear.Overall our stay couldn't have been better. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim & Pat H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hostess was great! We encountered an emergency bathroom situation and it was handled very quickly. The cottage contains some very cool antiques! The Lake view outstanding. The neighbors were great! The fishing was good as well. We had a party of six adults. Very small bathroom and three small bedrooms. ( keep that in mind)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! We had an amazing time and our host recommended some amazing spots! We would highly recommend and would return on our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

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

Rural Atmosphere

Rural and quiet location. Nice dock and view. Many kitchen amenities. Listing could be updated to 2 double and 1 single bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Great quiet cottage

Super cute cottage on the North end of Spirit Lake. The deck is larger than it looks with a gorgeous view. We loved walking out on the dock in the evening and sitting on the bench. Plenty of outdoor seating and the hammock was a hit. The beds were comfy and if you're planning on cooking, the kitchen was stocked with everything you'd need (pots, pans, knives, utensils, etc.). The area is super quiet at night. Great family trip with my parents who are in their 70's.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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