Bedding Summary -- Main Floor Primary Suite: Queen Bed Main Floor Bedroom 2: Queen Bed Main Floor Bedroom 3: Queen Bed Main Floor Living Room: Full Sofa Sleeper Lower Level Bedroom 4: Twin over Full Bunk Bed Lower Level Bedroom 5: Twin over Full Bunk Bed
This beautifully appointed cottage is perched on grassy knolls that gently slope toward your private 50 feet of Big Spirit Lake shoreline! The home is lovingly designed for your multigenerational family get together!
Perfect for families with small children that want to be lakefront but not on top of the shoreline. The primary suite is tucked away for solitude and has a private bathroom and entrance. Two additional bedrooms on the main floor provide comfortable and fun atmospheres. This five-bedroom home can accommodate 12 in the bedroom suites with additional sleeping space for 2 to 4 more guests on new sleeper sofas (located in the main level living room) or cots. (PLUS a Babytrend nursery center including bassinet, playpen, and changing table is tucked away in the primary suite for your littlest one!) Two more full bathrooms provide enough space for everyone. The two lower level bedrooms (with plenty of natural light) both provide a twin over full bunk bed. Family and friends will enjoy the open living room with great views of the Lake. The sun rises over the lake and your east-facing view gives you first glance at God’s glorious morning show while you enjoy fresh coffee on the patio or in the sunroom! The shoreline has lots of room for lounging by the water and a canoe and kayaks are provided for those who want to get out and experience the great expanse known as Big Spirit Lake! Tall oak trees provide a beautiful, shaded yard free from the fierce summer sun for games, picnics, horseshoes and wiggling your toes in the soft bluegrass. This home is located on the southwest side of the lake with five minute access to shopping, dining, and the lively activities of Spirit Lake, Arnolds Park, and Okoboji. When you are done enjoying the evening sounds of the lake and crackling fires around the fire pit, retreat indoors to the well-stocked game room or your bedroom with its own TV. The home provides free Wi Fi, so bring your passwords for Netflix and YouTube TV to relax after dark! This lakeside retreat blends classic charm with modern convenience and promises an unforgettable place to make cherished memories with your family and friends. Enjoy private accommodations, parking, stocked games and a second refrigerator for your beverages/extra groceries and water. The kitchen is equipped for 16 guests, and includes a Keurig single and full coffee pot, blender, crockpots, and all the pots, pans and utensils needed for you to prepare great meals. A dishwasher, washer and dryer complete the amenities for a comfortable stay. Come and spend the week --- and you’ll want to secure your spot again for the following season!
Amenities: 50` of private Big Spirit lakeshore Kayaks Canoe Private Docking System Wood Firepit Propane BBQ Grill Screened in Sunroom Smart TVs Popcorn Machine Ping Pong Table Dual Coffee Maker Gaming Table in Garage Foosball Table Cornhole
There is parking space for up to 4+ vehicles in the driveway and 2 additional spaces on the side. Cancelation Policy – Okoboji Vacation has set this policy with you in mind. You are allowed to cancel your reservation up to 60 days prior to your arrival with a full refund. If you need to cancel between 59 days and 30 days you will receive a 50% refund. Within 30 days of your arrival no refunds are given. Additional terms and conditions may apply if booking through a channel. This professional managed Lake Okoboji vacation rental is brought to you by Okoboji Vacation Co., a locally owned and operated company, dedicated to bring only the best quality experience to our guests. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish & hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, face bar soap, garbage bags, dishwasher & laundry detergent. Included in your cleaning fee is the above toiletry starter pack, propane replacement, and access to our Host Store; where we offer a range of supplemental services and items including early check-in/late check-out options, hangover kits, or fresh flowers for a romantic getaway. Pack n’ play or toddler cot, package of bottled water, firewood, etc. are available for a small fee on our Host Store (email sent one week before check-in) and will be waiting in the home on your arrival. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host...think again! Okoboji Vacation Company...let`s get you LAKEBOUND. Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges Advanced Payment of 50% is due at the time of booking. Remaining Balance due 30 days prior to your arrival. Failure to remit final rental payment by scheduled due date may result in cancellation of your reservation. All payments are refundable prior to the cancelation due dates. To protect your rental investment, we strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, early departures, no shows, or cleaning or maintenance concerns. If present and reported, all cleaning or maintenance concerns will be corrected promptly. Service fees may apply to guests who reserve online with a third-party booking website. Third party services fees are not controlled nor collected by Okoboji Vacation Company, and as such are not reflected on reservation statements provided by Okoboji Vacation Company. A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged to the traveler if canceled between 60 days and 31 days prior to arrival. Reservations canceled within 30 days of arrival will result in no refund. A refundable security deposit of $300 may be charged on reservations. Guests will be responsible for all intentional damage to include but not limited to broken items, soiled or misplaced linens, loss of keys, theft, or failure to remove garbage from the property, or leaving the property excessively dirty. Confetti or glitter is not allowed in the property.
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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
About the area
Spirit Lake
Located in Spirit Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Brooks Golf Club and Emerald Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Templar State Recreation Area and Marble Beach State Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Goodies Handmade Candies and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
Templar State Recreation Area - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Marble Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
East Okoboji Lake - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
West Okoboji Lake - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
Arnolds Park - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 94 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
Scooter’s Coffee - 4 min drive
Godfather's Pizza - 5 min drive
SUBWAY - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake?
As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$714, 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 Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake located?
This family-friendly Spirit Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Templar State Recreation Area and Marble Beach State Recreation Area. East Okoboji Lake and Marble Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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We have been doing our immediate family reunion vacation for 13 years - in a different location each year! This rental met all of our needs & worked out great! Everyone had a wonderful time! The location was good, much quieter than closer to Arnold's Park! We loved our stay here & hostess was excellent to work with - when we ended up with a couple extra grandkids! Thank you for sharing your home!
Our family of 14 had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful with plenty of room and amenities for all of us. The morning view from the deck was amazing! Everyone loved fishing off the dock, boating and kayaking. The kids and grandkids enjoyed the Maui mat, catching lightning bugs, and making s’mores by the fire pit. It’s just a 15 minute drive to Arnolds Park so we also spent a day enjoying the festivities down there. Thanks for sharing your place with us- a vacation we’ll always remember!
The grassy knoll had everything, including ambience, tranquility, spacious, and the only thing we had to purchase was a cigar cutter, so the men could sit at the edge of the dock, reminiscing. So much to do and so little time to get it all done. The beds are comfy and the place was spotless. We enjoyed the extra little secrets of candy in the rooms and the adorable note left for us to read. huge yard that allows for mini activities. Thank you for a wonderful memorial day weekend.
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
Thank you for your kind words and I am so glad we were able to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
We had a group of three families with six kids between us (ages 3-9). The layout worked very well for us with the three main bedrooms and two bunk rooms in the basement. There were lots of helpful amenities including toys, books, water shoes, and life jackets. Everything was clean and accessible for our stay. We were there over July 4 and it was a busy and exciting location with lots of people and boaters around.The only slight downside is that the lake is a bit far down a hill, so make sure to bring all your stuff down to the dock and avoid the long hike back. There is a floating pad for the kids and kayaks, which was great because there were rocks but not sandy shoreline.Would definitely stay again! Thank you!