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The Pond House at Silver Lake

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An outdoor seating area with orange chairs and purple umbrellas in front of a building with a sign reading "RISE & GRIND BAKERY AND KITCHEN."
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a granite countertop, and three brown bar stools.
A reception area with a bench, a framed welcome sign, and a door with a mirror.
A building with a garage door and a sign that reads "The Pond House at Silver Lake."
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and a motivational sign.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
This vacation home accommodates 10 guests with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 1 separate living room and offers lake views from the patio. Adventure seekers can enjoy tubing, birdwatching, and personal motor watercraft nearby, while Trappers Bay State Park and West Okoboji Lake provide additional attractions.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Park, IA
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Okoboji Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, East Okoboji Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Pond House at Silver Lake

Enjoy sunset views at The Pond House at Silver Lake! Located just 15 minutes from the Iowa Great Lakes, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom duplex in quaint Lake Park is great for couples, small groups, or families. Take in the beauty of nature while having close access to Spirit Lake, Arnolds Park, and Okoboji. Spend your days having breakfast at Rise & Grind Bakery and Kitchen, boating/fishing on Silver Lake, or biking on the nearby bike path. Welcome to your home away from home!

This property features four queen beds, three bathrooms with showers, and a cozy living room with a sofa bed. Guests will feel at home with amenities like a washing machine and dryer, WiFi, coffee bar, and AC. Whether you're looking to unwind after a day of exploring or simply enjoying the view of Silver Lake, this welcoming retreat is the perfect choice for your next getaway. We look forward to hosting you at the Pond House!

Please note: The host's dad lives in unit #1 on the other half of the duplex. Guests have full access to unit #2 and can check themselves in with the keyless entry keypad. Two storage rooms will be locked: one in the main bedroom upstairs and one in the living room downstairs.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Property # 4387963vb
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

About the area

Lake Park

Lake Park is home to this holiday home. Brooks Golf Club and Emerald Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Goodies Handmade Candies and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum. 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and Iowa Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Map
Lake Park, IA

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Okoboji Lake - 9 min drive - 16.6 km
  • East Okoboji Lake - 14 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Arnolds Park - 24 min drive - 35.3 km
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 25 min drive - 28.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blurry Bigfoot Bakery & Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gunderson's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Captain Ken's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Five Star Catering - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pond House at Silver Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Pond House at Silver Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pond House at Silver Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pond House at Silver Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pond House at Silver Lake located?

Situated in Lake Park, this holiday home is steps from Silver Lake and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Trappers Bay State Park. West Okoboji Lake and Pike's Point Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and good property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved all the room we had and the clean amenities. Just close enough to all the big attractions but nice to go back to a quiet retreat! Such a great place to make memories with my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for peaceful getaway! Large enough for a good size family vacation but we really enjoy the roominess with just the two of us. It was so lovely to sit outside on the deck and listen to nature. Rooms are very clean and the pillows and sheets are so very comfortable that I had to find out what brand they were so I can buy some for home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very clean and comfortable! All the little extra touches were appreciated- coffee pods, detergent, shampoo/conditioner, snacks, bottled water, and even a gift card to a local grocery store.Neighborhood was quiet and safe. We fished at Silver Lake state park and golfed at the Silver Lake country club- both were great!Only a short drive into Okoboji. Easy check in and check out. Host communicated instructions and answered questions timely.It was also really nice to have access to the garage to store golf clubs and fishing gear when not in use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place Very relaxing Kitchen well stocked. Rooms very clean I have stayed in many VRBO homes and this would rank in the top 3
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found that the kitchen was well stocked and rooms were very clean. We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is really nice. The host's were super responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Comfy beds and lots of room to spread out. We loved the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to know you enjoyed the beds, the layout of The Pond House, as well as the fire pit. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for your review! We are happy to know that you enjoyed our clean rooms and found it comfortable. Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding in the area

This rental worked out great for our whole family, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
We’re so glad that the Pond House worked out great for your whole family. Thank you for the 5 star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

April Vacation

Had a great time in Lake Park. The location was perfect, nice and quiet area. Very clean and accommodating. Would love to stay there again if we get back that way! Thank you so much!!!Stacy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you for the kind review! You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean & comfy. Great communication from hosts leading up to trip & quick responses when we had questions! Close enough to Okoboji for all the fun yet out of the traffic & all the people. The pond out back has wildlife to watch & we had fun catching bullheads. Plenty of room for all ages to have space to hang out
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found it to be very clean and comfy. The wildlife on the pond is one of our favorite things about the Pond House as well! We welcome you and your family back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer 2025 family trip

The layout of the home was perfect for 3 families and children. Three bathrooms all with showers! Lots of comfy lounging space. Very nice bedding and towels. Beautiful pond behind home with pelicans. We really enjoyed the firepit and room for the kids to run and play. Eating spaces on both levels was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your time! And we certainly appreciate you taking such great care of our place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the layout, and even with the rain...it was so peaceful and so enjoyable!! Beds were so comfortable!! Thank you!!!I would suggest...in the info about the house, I would tell guests that they need to bring ice. Or how to make the ice maker in the frig work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review, Julie! We’re happy you appreciated the layout and comfortable beds. We will for sure take into account the ice!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st Family Vacation

For our 1st family vacation, we wanted a location within driving distance from our 2 cities. This was perfectly situated for that objective. The Pond House, located in a very nice neighborhood, was very clean and comfortable and met our family’s need by providing both areas for togetherness, but plenty of space that allowed for separation. It had plenty of green space to fly kites on a very windy day, and the quiet street provided opportunity to use our scooters. The driveway was long enough that we had extra room after parking our 2 cars and large pickup truck. A paved walking trail was at the end of the street. We did bring paper plates, etc., (although ample dinnerware was available) and bought condiments and perishable items at the nearby grocery store. We didn’t discover the grill in the garage before our trip to the grocery store or we may have grilled the first night.The beds and linens were very comfortable, and there was a nice supply of towels and soaps, shampoo and conditioner. Getting to Okoboji was an easy trip. Coming from large cities, the 15-minute drive was something we were used to and wasn’t an issue. Brandon and Amanda were very responsive and communicated quickly to answer questions. Plus, it was nice knowing Amanda’s dad was on the other side of the duplex if immediate attention was required. Checking in and out were very easy! We’re very glad for the sweet family time we had while staying at the Pond House!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! We enjoyed hosting you and your family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with a great set up for families, or for those of us who just want to spread out. Amazingly quiet surroundings. Friendly small town. Great local food and drinks. Cannot wait to visit again and bring the grandchildren!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a great house, with plenty of space to come together or do your own thing. The hosts are very responsive with communication. It's in a great neighborhood and just a short drive to the Okoboji area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, clean and comfortable house with water view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you for your review. We’re glad to know you enjoyed your stay overall. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the garbage disposal not working as well as the sink faucet spraying water. We’ve addressed the garbage disposal and it is now working. We plan to update the sink faucet. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Huisman

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