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Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake

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Arnolds Park Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 556 Sq Ft | 2 Small Steps to Enter
Dining Area | Dishware/Flatware | Cooking Basics
Historic Cabin | Single-Story Home | Steps to Lake & Attractions
Living Area | A/C Units | Free WiFi | Smart TV w/ Cable
Living area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to West Okoboji Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Playground on site
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Arnolds Park, IA
  • Place, West Okoboji Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Arnolds Park Amusement Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Arnolds Park
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake

Your quaint escape begins here at this 1950s 2-bedroom, 1-bath Arnolds Park cabin. Located within walking distance to Arnolds Park Amusement Park and Pillsbury Point State Park, this charming vacation rental promises couples or families a wholesome getaway to remember. When you’re not in the water, explore the eateries, museums, and state parks. See live music at Roof Garden Ballroom or tour the Abbie Gardner Cabin. At day’s end, return to a well-equipped kitchen, Smart TV, free WiFi, and more!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | Walkable Location | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Under Half-Mile to Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle

HOME HIGHLIGHTS: Smart TV w/ cable, dining bar table, walk-in shower
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: 2 window A/C units, ceiling fans, linens/towels, hangers, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: 2 small steps to enter, single-story home, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Grassy/gravel area (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR DESTINATIONS: Pillsbury Point State Park - lake access (walking distance), Cass Bay - beach, boardwalk, restaurants & shopping (0.2 miles), Kenue Park (3.5 miles), Emerson Bay State Recreation Area - beach & boat ramp (4.5 miles), Gull Point State Park (5.3 miles), Pikes Point State Park (5.6 miles), Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption (62.0 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Arnolds Park Amusement Park (0.3 miles), Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf (0.3 miles), Roof Garden Ballroom (0.4 miles), The Queen II - tours (0.4 miles), Bouncelandia (2.1 miles), Dickinson County Nature Center (3.5 miles), Pearson Lakes Art Center (4.3 miles)
MUSEUMS: Abbie Gardner Cabin (walking distance), Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum (0.4 miles), Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association (0.4 miles), Clark Museum of Okoboji Area & Iowa (3.2 miles), Dickinson County Museum (5.7 miles)
AIRPORTS: Spencer Municipal Airport (16.5 miles), Sioux Falls Regional Airport (103 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $250 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9698503
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Arnolds Park

Located in Arnolds Park, this cabin is near the beach. Emerald Hills Golf Course and Brooks Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Arnolds Park Amusement Park and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum. 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and Goodies Handmade Candies are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Arnolds Park, IA

What's nearby

  • West Okoboji Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arnolds Park Amusement Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arnolds Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Emerald Hills Golf Course - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Captain's Getaway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Scooters Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake?

As of 12 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake on 13 July 2026 start from NZ$524, 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 Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Arnolds Park Amusement Park and West Okoboji Lake. Emerald Hills Golf Course and Arnolds Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scotty G.

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

Great Time!

My family stayed for 3 nights and we were the first guests of the season and everything was in great shape for us. It was very comfy and in the perfect spot for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good - not much room to do anything outside of the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Sister trip

Loved the cottage! So clean and cute. Great access to lake, amusement park, stores and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Scott & Colleen

great experience

We stayed three nights and had a great time, the place is modern rustic but that's what we wanted, walked to Arnolds park because its only 2 blocks away, plenty of space to cook, air conditioning was very cold, would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

Cute inside, nice location

We stayed 2 nights in this sweet cabin. It was nice inside for its small footprint. There was no outdoor space to enjoy the lake. The cleaning fee was steep for size.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tim V.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Rustic Experience

We stayed here for a family reunion. The pictures make it appear much nicer, bigger, and cleaner than reality. When we walked in, none of the AC window units were running and it was sweltering hot. If they have someone checking in, you’d think they would at least turn that on for them? It took almost 12 hours to cool down and could barely keep up during our stay. They do provide several fans though, which we’re running full time. The smaller bedroom barely fits one twin bed, let alone a trundle bed. Plus they didn’t provide sheets for the trundle. It was easier to sleep on the love seat, even though I am more than 6 feet tall. The bathroom is tiny and you barely have room to turn around in the shower. Also, I know it’s an old cabin but the spiders were not pleasant surprise, especially after seeing one walk across the bed. For the cost, I would not recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2023
Hi Tim, we passed your comments on to the homeowner who would like to share the following: We do our very best to uphold high standards of hospitality for our property and provide all of our guests with an exceptional experience. - It's a standard protocol for our cleaners to turn on the AC units, and our property manager does a final check to ensure cleanliness and functionality before each check-in. For guest comfort, the cottage is equipped with fans and two new window AC units in the main room and master bedroom to keep it comfortably cool. Unfortunately, during your stay, an unusual heatwave affected the Midwest, which is beyond our control. - It's important to us that guests have all the necessities for their stay. For guest use, sheets for the trundle bed can be found in the master bedroom dresser. - We value communication with our guests and we do our best to maintain consistent availability. While you had multiple questions before the reservation, we didn't receive any contact from you in regards to any of these concerns during your stay, except for inquiring about parking for four cars. - The cottage is in the historic district, and its size is part of its historic charm. Despite generally positive cleanliness reviews, our cleaner noted extra cleaning was needed, possibly due to the presence of children. We truly go above and beyond for our guests, and we are confident that future guests will have excellent stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

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

Had a great anniversary weekend enjoying the Okiboji community.

Great location to access all that is fun in Okiboji.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charity Z.

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

Fun- Cute property

We enjoyed our stay here very much. It was super close to all the fun places in Arnold's Park and it was clean and met our expectations wonderfully! We would def. stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gary S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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