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Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake

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Escape to this 1950s Arnolds Park cabin, within walking distance of Arnolds Park Amusement Park and Pillsbury Point State Park. Return from exploring the local eateries, museums, and state parks to a well-equipped kitchen with stove/oven and coffee maker.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 452 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 556 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

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. Visit our Arnolds Park travel guide
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Arnolds Park, IA

What's nearby

  • Arnolds Park Amusement Park
    Arnolds Park Amusement Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arnolds Park
    Arnolds Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Okoboji Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 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

  • Casey's General Store
    3 min walk
  • Los Pueblos
    5 min walk
  • Scooters Coffee
    4 min walk
  • The Ritz
    3 min drive
  • Taco House
    20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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).

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Historic Cabin Retreat: Steps to Okoboji Lake Reviews

Reviews

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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

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

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
From a partner site

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

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
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
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