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Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation!

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Storm Lake, IA
  • Popular LocationChautauqua Park3 min walk
  • Popular LocationBuena Vista University9 min walk
  • Popular LocationStorm Lake Golf Course3 min drive
  • AirportFort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional)67 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 14
3600 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
    2 bunk beds
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Common area
    1 murphy bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation!

Historic home with all the modern amenities!

As you enter the house for the1st time, you'll be amazed at the stunning kitchen! The kitchen includes a large center island, double ovens, wine fridge and large pantry. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare large family meals. The dining room has seating for 10+ with a table for 8 in the breakfast porch! (kids table anyone?) The breakfast porch includes lots of windows with beautiful views of the lake, breakfast seating, sectional (queen bed pull out) and 55'' flat screen tv. The main level living room includes a wood burning fireplace, two leather couches and a corner table to play cards, jigsaw puzzle or read.

The second level has 4 bedrooms plus a seating area for reading or quiet time away from the action. :-) We have a king bedroom, two queen rooms and a fantastic kids bedroom with their own 50 & 55" TV's! The kids room includes two sets of bunkbeds, large sofa sleeper, small futon, video game console and air hockey table.

As you make your way up the 3rd level staircase, we added an additional bedroom and bathroom. The family room is an excellent option to hang out to watch moves on the 85” flat screen, play cards, foosball or Ms. Pac-Man.

There are yard games, picnic tables, water toys and more in the tuck under garage. The patio includes a gas grill, stand up refreshment cooler and seating for 8 around patio table. We also have a new firepit perfect for the fall nights. S’mores!

There are two washing machines and a dryer in the basement for guest use including a laundry chute for convenience from the kitchen and 2nd level bedrooms.

Our home has something for everyone and the space to spread out.

There’s lots to do in Storm Lake, including hitting the water park, boating and fishing on our beautiful lake. Our home is in walking distance to the downtown area that includes an ice cream parlor, multiple antique shops, an amazing gift shop and more!

Check back for more updates to this historic home in Storm Lake, IA. We also have a stately home two blocks along Lakeshore Drive!

Property manager

Elizabeth Krocheski

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycles on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Water park on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

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Walk to Chautauqua Park

Property grounds

Summer is booking FAST!

Storm Lake
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
Summer is booking FAST!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: pack-n-play provided

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Storm Lake

Located in Storm Lake, this vacation home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Chautauqua Park and Living Heritage Tree Museum can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Storm Lake Golf Course. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Park - 3 min walk
  • Harker House - 5 min walk
  • Living Heritage Tree Museum - 8 min walk
  • Buena Vista University - 9 min walk
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 16 min walk
  • Hardee's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 15 min walk
  • Smokin' Hereford BBQ - 3 min drive
  • Plaza Mexico - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic home near lake, parks, shopping and BVU! Perfect for summer vacation! located?

This family-friendly Storm Lake vacation home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Chautauqua Park and Harker House. Living Heritage Tree Museum and Buena Vista University are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
We were actually in town for my husband's father's funeral. This house made things easier as we could all be together. The kids loved the room with bunks and games. The adults enjoyed having rooms to spread out in. The kitchen is wonderful and well supplied. Everyone agreed that we want to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

CONNIE B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious
We hosted a generation family gathering for an 80th birthday party for our mama and grandmother. We were all impressed with the layout, the bedrooms, the kitchen and the attention to our needs from the host. We look forward to returning for our next family gathering
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lodging for our needs
We had some friends and relatives in the area stop in to say hi and everyone was amazed how nice it was. Perfect location, everything we needed was easy to find. Thank you so much for opening your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aliza F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for large group
Ten of my university students who were in Storm Lake for a week-long field experience in the school district stayed at this home and they LOVED the space. Very comfortable, a lot of different spaces for the whole group as well as separate areas for alone time. Lots of TVs were a bonus, as well as options for sleeping arrangements. Plenty of accessible parking, and good location close to the lake, downtown, and schools. Gorgeous home and great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convertible weekend
We had an amazing time visiting Storm Lake and staying in your beautiful home. It was Very spacious and relaxing space to share with our friends. Enjoyed taking drive around the lake, walking around the park and taking drive to nearby Okoboji and other towns with our convertibles. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
September stay
Good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family gathering spot!
You can see the lake from the house, and it’s only a block off the lake. Lots of space, well decorated, and I LOVE the kitchen. They have just about everything you can possibly think of to use. The beds were comfortable, lots of games for the kids, and great water pressure in the showers. The host was very helpful. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock & Pearl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a family gathering
With a big yard, spacious kitchen, and multiple seating areas indoors this was a perfect place for a family reunion. There was plenty of room to spread out and enjoy our time together. The property was clean and cozy. The kiddos especially enjoyed the arcade games! Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huge house!
Great, beautiful house, perfect for our officer retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Iowa
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Storm Lake
Structure Type
Private vacation home