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Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods!

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms155 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods!

Escape to a serene and tranquil abode with your loved ones. This cozy home is nestled amidst a wildlife refuge and is just a stone’s throw away from Pikes Point State Park, one of the most popular swim beaches in the Iowa Great Lakes region. Located on beautiful Lakeshore Drive, with shopping, and a plethora of restaurants and entertainment options that are available all year round. The property also offers ample outdoor space, parking, and a chance to spot some wildlife in your own backyard.”
The space:
The house boasts 4 bedrooms and a lower level King bed with sofa and TV area. This space does not have an egress window. 3 bathrooms, and can comfortably accommodate up to 10 adults. The property also offers ample outdoor space, parking, and a chance to spot some wildlife in your own backyard.”

Property manager

Keri Peterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,673 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
Please take both garbage bins to the end of driveway by 8am on Wednesday morning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: "We love our pets" We will allow up to 2 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Spirit Lake is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at West Okoboji Lake and Pikes Point State Park, while Higgins Museum and Okoboji Summer Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Goodies Handmade Candies and Ranch Okoboji. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • West Okoboji Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Okoboji Summer Theatre - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Brooks Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Arnolds Park - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods! located?

This family-friendly Spirit Lake cottage is steps away from West Okoboji Lake and Pikes Point State Park. Goodies Handmade Candies and Pike's Point Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Girls getaway

Wonderful location easy to find. Place as described, kitchen well stocked with extras. Loved host left champagne and OJ for us !! Very clean accommodations would recommend for girls weekends!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

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

Family Reunion

Fantastic location. Perfect accommodations for our family get together. We were lucky to have good weather so the littles could eat on the deck. (The only seating inside for meals is counter height table & chairs.) The hosts were very responsive & helpful. Thank you so much, Keri & Troy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Area and house is just lovely! We do enjoyed our start here! Very short walk to the beach. Great area for campfire. House is very spacious. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

A wonderful property

When we checked in, the property was immaculate and exactly as the listing described it. The beach at the state park was very nice. There was a cold six-pack waiting in the fridge. Our three generation weekend was everything we had hoped it would be. We really enjoyed the well-stocked coffee bar. We used both grills and were happy to use the secluded and well-lit fire pit in the back. There is plenty of seating both inside and outside. The yard is gorgeous and it was fun to watch the birds and the wild turkeys. With multiple bedrooms this property is ideal for a large family getaway such as we did.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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