10/10 Excellent
Melissa A.
16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location
Melissa A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
1 block to lake, 2 blocks-Surf Ballroom, & 3 blocks-City Park-Perfect posh stay!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Clear Lake, IA
- Surf Ballroom and Museum5 min walk
- City Beach Park9 min walk
- Clear Lake State Park4 min drive
- Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)6 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Living room
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Main floor bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
1 block to lake, 2 blocks-Surf Ballroom, & 3 blocks-City Park-Perfect posh stay!
Unwind at this newly renovated late 19th-century home, in our family for nearly a century. Lovingly rebuilt with an open floor plan, it combines luxury with charm. Invite your family or friends, & have them stay at our home next door. Whether enjoying lake views or outdoor energy, you’ll leave relaxed & energized. The central location on N. Shore, just a block off the lake, is steps from City Beach & Park, the Surf Ballroom, & the best cafés, shops, & restaurants. Your perfect vacation awaits!
Our beautiful open floor plan creates an ideal gathering place for friends and family. Whether your relaxing by the fireplace or perched at the kitchen island, there is a place for everyone. Need some time away from the group? The second level offers 3 private bedrooms each equipped with a 32" TV. Starting off your day? Delight with a long shower in our high design full shower with bench. Take your time getting ready while enjoying our lake views. Bringing young children?
After a day at the lake, calm them with a bubble bath in our stylish main floor bath. This is the perfect space for travelers of all ages. PETS: You may have seen that from time to time we accept small pets. There is a pet fee associated with that. When booking the home, please enter in that you are bringing a pet and the price will populate.
Our beautiful open floor plan creates an ideal gathering place for friends and family. Whether your relaxing by the fireplace or perched at the kitchen island, there is a place for everyone. Need some time away from the group? The second level offers 3 private bedrooms each equipped with a 32" TV. Starting off your day? Delight with a long shower in our high design full shower with bench. Take your time getting ready while enjoying our lake views. Bringing young children?
After a day at the lake, calm them with a bubble bath in our stylish main floor bath. This is the perfect space for travelers of all ages. PETS: You may have seen that from time to time we accept small pets. There is a pet fee associated with that. When booking the home, please enter in that you are bringing a pet and the price will populate.
Property manager
June Bahnsen
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Children
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Pets
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About the area
Clear Lake
Located in Clear Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. All Vets Golf Course and Clear Lake State Park 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. Meredith Willson Boyhood Home and Music Man Square are also worth visiting. Water tubing, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Clear Lake, IA
What's nearby
- Surf Ballroom and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- City Beach Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Central Gardens of North Iowa - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Clear Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
- Clear Lake State Park Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
- Culver's - 4 min drive
- Lake Time Brewery - 11 min walk
- PM Park - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kelli H.
3 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal Vacation Spot!
Kelli H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret
19 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring Clear Lake
Margaret
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joyce S.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clear lake
Joyce S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jen R.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Clean home
Jen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen O.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake House!!
Colleen O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Beautiful accommodations
Brenda M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
10 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Emily S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie L.
3 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Leslie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice - great location - great host.
Michelle B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim G.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house!
Kim G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marsha A.
19 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Cute and Cozy
Marsha A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maureen W.
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodations
Maureen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara R., Osage, IA
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Sara R.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lynsey S.
4 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Lynsey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
4 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rent this house!
Rachel G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by June Bahnsen
I've lived in this area for most of my life, and I love VRBO, which means you'll get high service and quality local recommendations. Feel free to book or message me first. I am happy to answer any specific questions in advance. By day I am a high school Spanish teacher, and by night I am a busy mom. I am a well traveled VRBO guest. I know what a host should do to a comfortable guest experience. My favorite countries visited, Mexico, Spain, and Italy.
Why they chose this property
This home is very important to my family. The property has been in our family for nearly 100 years and is newly renovated. It is 1 block from the lake, 2 blocks from the Surf Ballroom, and 3 blocks from City Park.
What makes this property unique
Why is our place unique, just see what a recent guest had to say..."The house is updated with the comfort of an upscale resort and attention of detail from the kitchen, family room, fireplace, bedding, towels and shower are first class. The is the perfect spot!" When referring to the perfect spot, the guest is referring to being in the "golden triangle": the lake, City Park, and the Surf Ballroom are all close by.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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