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Bayside Cottage

Holiday home in Clear Lake

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

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

About this property

Bayside Cottage

Enjoy the tranquility of Clear Lake's Bayside area. This retreat offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2-car garage, open floor plan, & private rear yard. This makes an outstanding getaway with room for the whole family, plus extra parking for boats & lake toys.

Avoid crowds by walking to Bayside beach and relax in the sun with the whole family. Within 2 1/2 blocks you will find a boat launch, picnic area, beach, and dock. PM Park, with restaurant, Tiki Bar, beach, and park is just a little farther down the street. The Sweet Spot ice cream is across South Shore Drive.

A boat launch is 2 1/2 blocks at the Bayside beach. State Park is 1.3 miles. It is just off South Shore Drive and has a large park area and beach. City Beach and boat launch is downtown Clear Lake by City Park (2.2 miles). McIntosh State Park is 4.5 miles in Ventura.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Clear Lake

Clear Lake is home to this holiday home. Clear Lake Fire Museum and Surf Ballroom and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Meredith Willson Boyhood Home and Music Man Square.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • City Beach Park - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Viking Drive In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪PM Park - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayside Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayside Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bayside Cottage located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. City Beach Park and Clear Lake Fire Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Clean, Charming, Convenient

Charming quiet place to stay for a fun weekend get away. Conveniently located to run into town to enjoy all that Clear Lake has to offer. Wonderful memories were made.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Excellent stay

We only had a short stay at the property but it was very, very nice. It was clean and 100% as advertised. I would stay there again next time I am in the area. 5 Stars for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Fully stocked

The place was great. We were amazed by all the amenities. Plebty of paper towels and trash sacks, laundry area was fully stocked. Would stay again thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tucker M.

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

Amazing

Very modern // Very cozy // clean // confortable // would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Family Getaway

We had a wonderful brief family vacation! The house is within walking distance to the lake, PM Park, and the marina. The house is very well stocked...they thought of everything, and the owners are very responsive! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Nice and clean

It was not far from my jobsite, it was very nice and clean, I enjoy being close to lake
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy K.

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

Lake cottage

Clean, updated, comfortable, quiet, the list is endless. Communication and responsiveness from the host was superb. I highly recommend a stay here and if given an opportunity, I would gladly stay again.
Stayed 38 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Too short of a getaway

We were only in town for two nights, but we made the most of it. The house is in a great location and more adorable in person than the pictures show it to be. The place was stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Little get away

Wonderful clean house, great decor, great hostess. Close to about everything you need. Plenty of driveway space for boat & cars plus use of the garage to hang out, and a fenced in back yard!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Clear Lake review

This is a well maintained clean property. Feels newly remodeled. Well equipped large kitchen with 2 outdoor entertainment areas. Walking distance to the marina and PM Park. A 3 mile drive to downtown Clear Lake. Clear Lake is a wonderful resort town. Plenty of dining, sightseeing and recreation options. Highly recommend this property, and Clear Lake for a destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice house

Kitchen was very well stocked, which we loved because we prefer to cook. The house was very clean and had everything you could possibly need. Nice quiet neighborhood but close to the lake. My only suggestion would be new mattresses for 2 of the bedrooms. The master bedroom mattress was fine but the other queen mattress and twin need replaced. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and has everything you need. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very cozy and convenient to other family who live close by. Very clean......loved the patio and had a great evening fire in the fire pit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and was just as perfect as the first! The garage area was perfect for grilling and watching football after a long day of fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Cottage! Myself and my service dog/companion enjoyed our stay. So nicely decorated and had everything I needed. As a former Property Host for 6 years, I enjoy seeing how others do things. I'm from Mason City originally and came to visit family and friends. This was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, convenient location, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a girls weekend. Rained most of the time..but still a BLAST..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Family reunion

Great spot for our family to stay for a Clear Lake family reunion. The cabin is updated and had everything we needed for the extended weekend stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet cottage, great location and say
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

perfect place if you are traveling with boats

beautiful little place, perfect location. 3 of us stayed and we each had a boat. plenty of room to back the boats and trucks into driveway and charge them up over night. very homey and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

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

Perfect spot

Loved the house and the location. Fishing trip with friends and the lake is a block away. House had everything you need, and was cozy and clean. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The bugs were outrageous though. Other than that it was a great place. The house was nice, spacious, clean, and we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Friend’s Getaway

Wonderful, welcoming, and warm home in a vacation destination in northern Iowa. Lots to do in the Clear Lake/Mason City area. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Home away from home!

The Bayside Cottage had everything needed to make our stay comfortable. Very clean and nicely decorated, easy to get to, and close to Clear Lake and Mason City. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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