Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard

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A spacious living area with a grey sofa, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
Kitchen | 1st Floor | Cooking Basics | Drip Coffee Maker | Microwave | Toaster
A residential area with houses, a sidewalk, and a grassy field with scattered leaves and snow.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling light, and a door leading to another room.
A dining area with a round wooden table and six chairs, a gray sofa, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Lake Mills, IA
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Albert Lea City Arena
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Lake Mills

Lake Mills is home to this holiday home. Buddy Holly Crash Site and Freeborn County Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Boman Fine Arts Center and Forest City Family Aquatic Center.
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Map
Lake Mills, IA

What's nearby

  • Diamond Jo Casino - 16 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Albert Lea City Arena - 24 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 34 min drive - 55.9 km
  • City Beach Park - 34 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 36 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Motor Mart and Godfather's Pizza Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪5 Alarm Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Teluwut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tim's Corner - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard located?

Situated in Lake Mills, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from MercyOne Lake Mills Family Medicine and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Rice Lake. Rice Lake State Park and Diamond Jo Casino are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2026
Thank you for the kind words — we're so glad the place was clean and worked out perfectly for your needs!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, the stay was good. We thought the mattresses could be more comfortable, before staying I would ask if the mattresses have been upgraded. But that’s just our opinion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
We're glad to hear the overall stay was good and that check-in, communication, and location all met expectations. We appreciate the feedback on the mattresses. They were purchased in January 2025, so they're relatively new, and we understand that mattress comfort and firmness preference can vary quite a bit from guest to guest. We'll keep this in mind as we continue to look for ways to improve comfort for future stays. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2026
Thank you for your 5 star review
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was clean We sat at the dining room table comfortably even with it being 90 outside
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from Hike, Fish & Boat: Lake Mills Home w/ Yard on 12 Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad everything was clean and comfortable, and that the A/C kept things cool inside even with the heat outside. It means a lot to know you enjoyed your time at the dining room table and had a great overall stay. We work hard to keep the space in top shape for a 5-star experience, and reviews like this make it all worthwhile.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exactly as described, perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fun week

House was just what we needed.were back in lake mills visiting family, house had washer and dryer, hot water for showers, and plenty of dishes and everything that we used worked
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2025
From the owner: "Paul, glad to hear you had a good visit with family and that the house had everything you needed! Hope to see you again!"
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately, this was a very unsettling stay. The first night, after midnight, someone came to the door and pounded aggressively enough that the door shook. We were staying alone and felt very unsafe. When we tried to secure the home, we found that multiple windows would not lock, and the front door had a keyed lock that guests did not have access to.The next evening, a tornado warning came through and the power went out. We could not find emergency information in the home, including what county we were in, what local channel to monitor, or what to do. We also could not find flashlights, candles, matches, a radio, or basic power-outage supplies. We ended up in the basement with nearly dead phones, hearing sirens and not knowing what was happening.We left as early as possible the next morning. This was not just a disappointing stay; it raised real safety and emergency-preparedness concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2026
We take the safety and comfort of our guests very seriously and deeply regret that this stay was so unsettling due to these unexpected events. When we were notified of a disturbance late at night, we immediately coordinated with local law enforcement to perform a safety check out of an abundance of caution. We have since performed a thorough maintenance walkthrough to verify that all windows lock securely and easily. Regarding the severe weather, we are glad the basement provided a secure shelter, and we have since updated our emergency preparedness resources with additional supplies like flashlights and a battery-operated radio for future visitors. We take great pride in our property standards and appreciate this feedback as we continue to optimize our guest experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute place for a wedding weekend!

We really enjoyed our time here! We were in town for a wedding (Farm Girl Weddings, only 10 min away) and it was conveniently located, especially being up the street from a well-stocked Dollar General. Very clean and had all the linens you'd need, as well as generous snacks and little waters in the fridge. The kitchen had most of the tools and utensils we needed besides pan lids (which we might've just missed). There are a few spices and condiments which were helpful for cooking. The neighborhood is quiet! Lots of curtains for privacy. There were some noises in the basement from furnace or water heater I could hear in the first floor bedroom, nothing ear plugs couldn't block though. Just be aware it may sound like someone is shutting a door every once in a while (it is not a ghost {probably}). Parking was convenient and right next to the door. Stairs to the 2nd floor were very steep, so having an additional bedroom on the 1st floor was very accessible for disabled or elderly guests. Nice TV, good wifi, cold AC, comfy beds, decent bathroom lighting for getting ready. Reasonable chores to do before check-out. Would stay again!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you Felicia for your review, glad you enjoyed your time here
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review! We always appreciate guest feedback, as it helps us continue improving and providing the best possible experience.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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