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Pella & Red Rock Lake

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A well-maintained grassy area with a circular stone structure, surrounded by trees and shrubs.
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Interior
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Red Rock
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Pella, IA
  • Place, Lake Red Rock
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Central College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Knoxville Raceway
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pella & Red Rock Lake

Pella Red Rocks: Get away and relax in this beautiful walkout 5 bedroom ranch located near Lake Red Rock, Central College, Bos Landon Golf course and Historic Pella. Experience the Dutch Village of 12,000 friendly people and 3 windmills. It is the Home of Tulip Time, famous worldwide Pella windows and Vermeer manufacturing giants. Dutch treats at Pella bakeries and tasty cheese and meats at the 2 meat markets should not be missed.

Bike (house is very close to Volksweg lake bike trail), golf, tour, shop, eat, boat/marina, swim, fish, hike all within 5 minutes of this country get away.

Located 60 minutes from Des Moines International Airport and Drake University, 5 minutes from Central College. 15 minutes from Newton, 15 minutes from Knoxville, 25 minutes from Oskaloosa, 95 mins from the University of Iowa and 85 minutes from Iowa State University.

Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature with a screened in porch after enjoying the endless shoreline of Lake Red Rock, the largest lake in Iowa. Whitetail deer, owls, 100's of bald eagles close. This house full of Pella windows allows you to enjoy sunshine and the beauty of large trees, by bringing nature indoors.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3165628
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

Pella

Located in Pella, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Scholte House Museum & Gardens and National Sprint Car Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Southern Iowa Fair and McGrew Fine Arts Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Knoxville Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Pella, IA

What's nearby

  • Lake Red Rock - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central College - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Knoxville Raceway - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Iowa Speedway - 41 min drive - 63.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Perk - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pella & Red Rock Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pella & Red Rock Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pella & Red Rock Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pella & Red Rock Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pella & Red Rock Lake located?

Located in the heart of Pella, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Red Rock and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bos Landen Golf Club. Scholte House Museum & Gardens and Central Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay. Our families all enjoyed the peaceful views!! Will definitely book again the next time we're out that way!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice VRBO. Beautiful area,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend staying here. Great Pella location. We had a family reunion and it was an outstanding time. The house met our needs and was in great condition!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, kitchen and pantry ready for cooking for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a get together. The walk to the beach is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. We all had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara S.

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay- very nice place. Everything was clean, it was large, with comfortable beds. Lots of room for our large group (12 people).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mau V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your home is beautiful with a great layout. Great location. The house had all the amenities. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH F.

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

Family Weekend

This place was perfect for our group of 8. Beautiful property, can’t wait to come back in the summer to enjoy the outdoor space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Girls Weekend

Loved the house and the location. Easy check in and check out. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Calvin H.

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

Delightful retreat

Great place for a family’s retreat. Second stay and just a good as the first.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Tulip Time getaway

Very spacious and quiet in lovely rural setting but close to Pella. We enjoyed the wildlife and the beauty of the area. Hosts responded very timely to any questions we sent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH F.

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

Great property

Beautiful property with a great outdoor space. Loved the screened in porch! Very clean. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dakota F.

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

Excellent

Great house very spacious and lots of bathrooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Graduation 2025

A beautiful house in an ideal location for our celebration.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathi T.

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

Relaxing weekend

Great place to relax & craft Owner was very good with communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Nice place to stay

Great property. Looked bigger in person than in the pictures. Ten of us stayed very comfortably and enjoyed our time there. Close to Pella where we hung out one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Retired women at Tulip Time

The property was roomy and located in a very scenic area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great experience

The house had plenty of room for nine of us. It’s conveniently located to the lake and town. We found it very clean and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely reunion of five friends from Iowa State University who all graduated around 1980. The home was perfect with lots of sitting spaces, a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, plenty of bathrooms and a delightful screened in porch. There was even a fire pit in the back yard that we used twice. The owners were easy to work with and offered to help with whatever we needed but since everything went so smoothly we didn’t need to contact them. I would highly recommend this property for a family or group of friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

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

Wonderful large home

We had a wonderful time with extended family in this spacious home. Everything worked great and was clean. Proximity to Pella and other areas was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

GREAT place!

The house is amazing. We were only able to utilize a small portion of this home, but enjoyed every minute we had. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thank you for your comments. So glad you enjoyed your stay and you fellows could golf at Bos.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Central College Graduation

Was a great place for my family to all be together for our son's graduation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Beautiful

This is a very beautiful home, well maintained and an absolutely stunning place to stay, we had 6 people in our group and there was definitely a lot of room to move around. We felt right at home. Not a single person wanted to leave we enjoyed it so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Pella trip

Nice house that suited our family of 11 very well
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paula Lee

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Hosts have owned the home for over 25 years. Well maintained property with ownership available by cell, text or email at all times. We look forward to welcoming you to Pella.

Why they chose this property

Ideal location close to Central College, Lake Red Rock, Bos Landen Golf Course, Pella, Knoxville and about 50 minutes to Des Moines. Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature on property where you'll perhaps see deer, owls and bald eagles. Bike, golf, tour, shop, eat, boat, swim, fish and hike all within five minutes of this country getaway.

What makes this property unique

Private, serene, rural setting on wooded acreage that allows for groups of up to 14. Large great room connects living, kitchen and dining area on first floor, along with two bedrooms and three bathrooms. Outdoor areas include screened porch and large grassy areas. Secured garage holds 2 cars. Lower level walk-out offers privacy with three bedrooms, one bathroom, living area and kitchenette.

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