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Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!

Outdoor patio table with gas grill and beverage cooler.

Patio Table For Eight - garage includes 3 picnic table

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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Storm Lake, IA

Place, Chautauqua Park
‪2 min walk‬
Place, Harker House
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Buena Vista University
‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Family room (3rd floor)

1 Double Murphy Bed

Sun rooom

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!

Historic home with all the modern amenities!

As you enter the house for the 1st time, you'll be amazed at the stunning kitchen! The kitchen includes a large center island, double ovens, wine fridge and large pantry. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare large family meals. The dining room has seating for 10+ with a table for 8 in the breakfast porch! (kids table anyone?) The breakfast porch includes lots of windows with beautiful views of the lake, breakfast seating, sectional (queen bed pull out) and 55'' flat screen tv. The main level living room includes a wood burning fireplace, two leather couches and a corner table to play cards, jigsaw puzzle or read.

The second level has 4 bedrooms plus a seating area for reading or quiet time away from the action. :-) We have a king bedroom, two queen rooms and a fantastic kids bedroom with their own 50 & 55" TV's! The kids room includes two sets of bunkbeds, large sofa sleeper, small futon, video game console and air hockey table.

As you make your way up the 3rd level staircase, we added a 5th bedroom and full bathroom! The family room is an excellent option to hang out to watch moves on the 85” flat screen, play cards, foosball or Ms. Pac-Man.

There are yard games, picnic tables, water toys and more in the tuck under garage. The patio includes a gas grill, stand up refreshment cooler and seating for 8 around patio table. We also have a new firepit perfect for the fall nights. S’mores!

There are two sets of washing machines and dryers for guest use including a laundry chute for convenience from the kitchen and 2nd floor.

Our home has something for everyone and the space to spread out.

There’s lots to do in Storm Lake, including hitting the water park, boating and fishing on our beautiful lake. Our home is in walking distance to the downtown area that includes an ice cream parlor, multiple antique shops, an amazing gift shop and more!
The house is also available for special events! Contact me with questions! Check back for more updates to this historic home in Storm Lake, IA.

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pack-n-play provided

Events

No events allowed

Events need to be authorized by the owner.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please remove the sheets and pillow cases only and throw down the laundry chute. The mattress protectors and comforters are assigned to the rooms and the cleaners will take care of them.

Please take the garbage out and the large containers to the street on the side of the house on Sundays. The pick-up is Monday morning.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: Events need to be authorized by the owner.

Long-term renters welcome

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions! on 12 July 2026 start from NZ$598, 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 Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions! located?

This family-friendly Storm Lake holiday home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Chautauqua Park and Harker House. Living Heritage Tree Museum and Buena Vista University are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Doris T.

22 July 2025

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

Great

Wonderful

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

Great place for family gatherings

This place has it all and is set up incredibly well for larger groups and people of all ages. The host was incredibly responsive and we very much enjoyed our stay. Hope to book again for future family get together!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023

Thank you for the kind words! I’m so happy you enjoyed the holiday!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

9 February 2025

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

Wonderful Stay

We rented this home for the second time to bring our extended family (kids and grandkids ages 2-8) for a weekend. The house was beautiful, clean, spacious, and had something for everyone to do. The location was great, and communication with the owner was quick and helpful. We would like to stay here again and would highly recommend it to others.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

21 September 2023

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

September stay

Good stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024

Thanks Logan, come back and visit us again!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

10 August 2023

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

Huge house!

Great, beautiful house, perfect for our officer retreat.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

4 December 2023

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

Perfect lodging for our needs

We had some friends and relatives in the area stop in to say hi and everyone was amazed how nice it was. Perfect location, everything we needed was easy to find. Thank you so much for opening your home.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024

Thank you Sue! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda B.

1 January 2025

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

Family Christmas

Beautiful home with plenty of space for our family to gather to celebrate Christmas. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked for cooking needs. Felt like home with all the little touches and decorations for the holidays. This is our second stay and will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

28 July 2025

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

Elizabeth made check in so very easy for us. She explained everything and was always available for any questions. The kitchen was the best I wish I had it at my house. We’ve stayed in many rentals but this kitchen was supplied beyond belief. Couldn’t have been better. The home was clean and better than expected. I’d stay there again and highly recommend it. Thank you. Helen

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025

Thank you Helen! I hope the wedding was wonderful and happy to provide a space for family!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

26 July 2024

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

Amazing Stay

The house was beautiful, clean, well stocked and perfect for a large family gathering. Couldn't have been happier. Host was very accessible and responsive. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024

Thank you Lisa! You’re group is welcome back anytime!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

18 June 2023

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

Beautiful home!

Huge, beautiful home! So many rooms, so well kept, enough for lots of family and friends!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

26 February 2023

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

Great Roomy House Perfect for a Family

This house was amazing! It was large enough for our extended family, clean, had plenty to do for all ages, and was near to everywhere we wanted to go. Elizabeth was very responsive and helpful, and the accommodations couldn't have been better!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023

Thank you Janet!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

14 July 2024

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

Best place to stay!

We stayed at this home for a family get together. The home is amazing and is perfect for any get together or visit to Storm Lake. The host is very responsive and really takes care to make sure your visit is perfect. We were amazed that it is stocked better than any other VRBO we have ever stayed at. The home is also beautifully restored and is incredible on its own. We really all feel this is the most incredible place we have stayed at and love to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Krocheski

I’m originally from Storm Lake and now live in the Twin Cities with my kids. My grandparents owned the house in the 60-70’s and where my mom grew up. I was so excited to purchase it for my family vacations to Storm Lake but also able to share this historic home with the community. 😁

Why they chose this property

I love the location of this house. Not only is it close to the lake, trails and parks; it’s walking distance to a darling downtown shopping area. Storm Lake has an icecream parlor, multiple antique shops, an awesome gift shop and many other fun and unique stores. The property has a very large lawn for games and summer fun. We added a new driveway and patio on the back for grilling and lots of space parking or extra picnic tables.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Family room (3rd floor)

Sun rooom

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property

Historic home near lake, parks and BVU! Perfect for summer vacay and reunions!

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Amenities

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Check-out instructions

Important information

You need to know

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Douglas B.

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Kim C.

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Gina C.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Lisa S.

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Angela K.

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Ann H.

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Charles H.

8/10 Good

Linda J.

Linda J.

10/10 Excellent

Doris T.

Great

Doris T.

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Sue H.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Amazing stay

Jenny S.

10/10 Excellent

Breannah R.