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Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Escape to a serene abode on beautiful Lakeshore Drive, with shopping and restaurants nearby. This cozy home offers ample outdoor space, parking, and 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms for up to 10 adults.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms155 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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 peaceful woodland retreat nestled in a wildlife refuge. Just steps from Pikes Point State Park and one of the Iowa Great Lakes’ most popular swim beaches. Located on scenic Lakeshore Drive, close to shopping, dining, and year-round entertainment. Enjoy ample outdoor space, easy parking, and the chance to spot wildlife right in your backyard—perfect for a relaxing lakes getaway
The space:
The house boasts 4 bedrooms and and 3 full baths. A lower level king bed with a sofa and TV area. This space does not have an egress window. This home 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 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
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • 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

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Policies

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

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

Located in Spirit Lake, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pikes Point State Park and Elinor Bedell State Park, while Higgins Museum and Okoboji Summer Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Goodies Handmade Candies and Ranch Okoboji. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Spirit Lake travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Beautiful day in lake Okoboji. #waterlust
    Arnolds Park
    13 min drive - 7.7 km
  • West Okoboji Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pikes Point State Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ranch Okoboji
    7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
    13 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD)
    96 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    6 min drive
  • Scooter’s Coffee
    6 min drive
  • Godfather's Pizza
    4 min drive
  • A&W
    4 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.

How much is parking at Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Charming Lakes Cottage in the Woods! located?

This family-friendly Spirit Lake cottage is located on a lake, just 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

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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

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well stocked and good communication with host.
Stayed 13 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

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