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Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach

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A modern house with a deck overlooking a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A patio with a stone pathway leading to a wooden deck, a brick building with a large window, and a tree in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a lake with boats and a dock.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, a stainless steel stove, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

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

Primary Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach

Relax and recharge at Oar & Anchor Lakehouse, a cozy lakefront retreat located just blocks from State Beach and only minutes from downtown Clear Lake. Enjoy a bright, comfortable space with a full kitchen and plenty of room to gather. Sip coffee on one of three decks, grill with a view, or unwind by the fire pit. Whether you're boating, beach-hopping, or simply slowing down, it’s the perfect Clear Lake getaway.

Inside, you'll find a welcoming layout designed for easy lake living. The home features a fully stocked kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, Wi-Fi, and smart TVs.

The home accommodates up to 10 guests, with a maximum of 8 adults. The layout is ideal for families and groups traveling together, with a variety of sleeping arrangements across multiple levels. The upper level includes a primary suite with a king bed and private bath, plus a second bedroom with a queen bed and a full bathroom just across the hall. There is also a semi-private sleeping space on the main level featuring a twin daybed, providing additional flexibility for guests.

On the lower level, the third bedroom features a twin-over-full bunk bed and an additional twin bed. The lower-level family room also offers a queen pullout sofa.

Each bedroom is furnished with soft linens, extra pillows, and thoughtful touches to help you feel at home. Towels and hair dryers are provided, along with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

The fire pit is available for your enjoyment, and firewood can be purchased at local stands or grocery stores. Guests appreciate the comfortable layout, beautiful lake views, and convenient location close to downtown, beaches, and restaurants. With a family-friendly design, modern amenities, and plenty of space to spread out, Oar & Anchor Lakehouse is the perfect place to anchor down and enjoy Clear Lake.

Guests will have access to the entire home, including use of the dock. The renter is responsible for any damage occurring to any boat or the dock resulting from tying up to the dock structure. No overnight boat parking is allowed. There is space to park a trailered boat in the driveway.

No pets allowed.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4914745vb
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

Clear Lake

Clear Lake is home to this holiday home. Clear Lake State Park and McIntosh Wildlife Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 24 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪PM Park - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach?

As of 14 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach on 13 December 2026 start from NZ$1,881, 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 Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Home on Clear Lake Minutes from Downtown/City Beach & State Beach located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Clear Lake and Clear Lake State Park Beach. Clear Lake State Park and City Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the beautiful view of the lake. The inside of the home was spacious, clean, and comfortable. It was the perfect spot for a family gathering. We would definitely stay again. Many thanks to the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you for staying with us, Paula! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope you host you and your family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home on the lake. Enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings on the deck. Close to downtown and the beach. Nice neighborhood to walk and ride bikes in. Had a great vacation here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you for staying with us, Brenda! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay - we'd love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our family ladies weekend! Hosts were amazing, the house had everything we needed, it was very clean, and the view of the lake is beautiful! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very relaxing time at your place and would refer it to others; it was very clean and amazing thanks so much for sharing your home with us
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you for staying with us, Bonnie! I was a pleasure to host you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home and fit my family needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! We were honored to host your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely wonderful. The house was perfect for what we wanted - a place to gather in a beautiful venue with an incredible view of the lake. There were lots of spaces to break into conversational groups. Everything was clean and beautifully decorated. The beds were very comfortable. The hosts went out of their way to try and get us in early for weary travelers who needed naps. There was one issue they addressed immediately by calling a plumber on a Sunday. It was taken care of within the hour. Hosts were very responsive.We would go back. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thank you for staying with us, Deborah! We would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and very clean on the inside. Overall there were two things that prevented a 5 star rating for our group. First their food took up all the space in the refrigerator doors and one drawer of the freezer. Had we been staying for longer we would have needed that space especially with the bags of ice we purchased for boating. Second, upon check out we not only required to stripall the beds we slept in and take the sheets to the laundry room in the basement we were told to empty garbages in the bathrooms. There is a lot to pack up and get ready before a 10:00Check out time and I feel that if I am paying a cleaning fee I shouldn’t have to do those extras. We had bikes, boating stuff and our regular gear to pack up and personally this just sat wrong with me when I pay a large cleaning fee anyway. Other than that it was a great property and the host communication was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the home and had a great stay at the lake. We appreciate your feedback. The condiments in the refrigerator are provided for our guests to enjoy, but we’ll look for ways to make that clearer. We also appreciate your perspective on our checkout instructions and will keep it in mind as we continue to improve the guest experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Family had a wonderful time. The view was spectacular! The home was just as pictured. It was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. The bedding and towels smelled like fresh clean laundry and the kitchen had everything we needed and more. My boys loved being able to fish from the dock. They even caught some yellow bass. I loved drinking my coffee every morning in the peaceful sunroom. I texted the host a few times and received immediate friendly responses. The host had a binder with info about the property and the area, which was very kind and helpful. They recommended a few places to eat and they were right, “The Other Place” was a fun place with great food. My family and I were all in agreement how we can’t wait to go back to enjoy the home and Clearlake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
Thank you so much, Leanette! We loved hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so clean and fresh. The layout is gorgeous. The kitchen was top notch from the hidden refrigerator and dishwasher to the amazing gas stove. The dining room has the most breath taking view for coffee. Truly each floor of this home had a room with a view of the lake and a balconyto go with it. This was perfect for a ladies last minute getaway to recharge for the upcoming holidays, by the end of the weekend we were moved into summer 2026 plans so we can do it again with the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Thank you, Christy! We loved hosting you and are so glad that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the house was great! It’s lakefront, has a wonderful layout. You feel like you’re in a tree house with a view to the lake. The beds were very comfortable, the house had everything we needed. The kitchen is top notch, although we pretty much just made coffee and did happy hours at the fire pit! There is plenty of space so if you have a larger group, we were 5 adults, you would be very comfortable in this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was absolutely beautiful! Everything needed was provided and easy to find.We needed to contact the owners and they were very eager to help. Would highly recommend them!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2026
Thank you for staying with us Doris! It was a pleasure to host your group!

About the host

Hosted by Erin M Earnest

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