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Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!

Apple River vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Apple River, IL
  • Place, Apple Canyon Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the area

Apple River

On lake.At this Apple River vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Apple Canyon Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course. Apple River and Apple River Canyon State Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apple Canyon Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 39 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Dowling House - 40 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Grant Home - 42 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 54 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sidetrack Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Old School Saloon - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Bushel & Peck's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Thriving Thistle Market - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Cove - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!

The Ho Hum East is a beautiful lake house with private dock on pristine Apple Canyon Lake! The house is named in honor of my grandparents who ran the Ho Hum Motel in Denison, Iowa :)

This is a place to unwind, de-stress, and have some family fun! The house features all brand new mattresses in 3 full bedrooms plus flex space; master bedroom with queen bed, guest bedroom with 1 queen and 1 twin, loft bedroom with 2 queens, pull out couch in living room, and 2 mini couches in the loft that pull out into twin beds. Large open living space that is great for entertaining, HUGE wrap around deck where you can enjoy amazing views of the lake, as well as a large backyard with gas grill.

Lake house charm with all the amenities you need to make a memorable weekend. Private dock is great for swimming or fishing. The house also has a stand up kayak that can be used, as well as fishing poles. Outdoor dining table and 2 fire pits, one by the dock and another closer to the house. This is a private lake so you're unable to bring your own boat, but there is boat rental available through the marina.

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Exterior
Hotel Galena
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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 26-872

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakehouse Private Dock Apple Canyon Lake Apple River
Beautiful house Private Dock

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! to the airport?

This vacation home is 42.9 mi (75-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!?

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! on Jul 8, 2026 start from CA $568, excluding 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.

Does Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! to downtown Apple River?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Apple River.

Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

Beautiful place to stay

Amazing memories
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

80th birthday fishing trip

Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Peaceful

Great location and house. Perfect for us as a couple looking to getaway and relax alone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Great Lake House

This is a great place to vacation with family and friends. The lakefront landing is gorgeous and had plenty of room for fishing, dining, bonfires, and a dock for all lake activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Beautiful house on Apple Canyon Lake

We loved our stay at Apple Canyon Lake. The house was very nice, set on the lake. We were able to swim, kayak, and fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Family weekend

We had a great weekend with our adult children and grandchildren. The lakefront dock area was ideal for enjoying the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn C.

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

Relaxing

The fishing was awesome. We enjoyed relaxing on the patio by the water. Looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie V.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the house. The pool and lake were very nice. The beach was disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Pretty property

Nice amenities, beautiful home with plenty of comfy beds! Kids loved the lake! Thanks for the nice getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

great location for family getaway

The house was nice and clean. The bulletin board had all the information needed for our trip. Alex was a great resource for any questions/concerns we had. Overall had a wonderful stay at the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Great place

Took my son and his friend for a quick fishing trip on the lake and we loved it. It was clean, roomy, they had beautiful access to the water and just overall a really good time. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Last minute weekend get away

My family and I decided to have a great weekend get away before our son graduates from high school and embarks on his next stage of Life. The cabin was fantastic, everything was even better than expected. The host was great to communicate with, we look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darci S.

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

Awesome

Our family enjoyed your house so much! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myrogene G.

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

Highly recommended

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

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

Fishing fun

We enjoyed our stay. Best part was our grandkids got to fish. We had fun hanging down by water. Front porch entry was really cute with the pumpkins, sign, and plants. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

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

Perfect getaway

This place was perfect for our getaway! Property manager was amazing, explained everything, checked on how our stay was, the house was so clean, everything was very well stocked, and let’s not forget the amazing views of the lake and the amazing patio on the lake! I would most certainly go back here! Our group had so much fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Excellent place to stay

We really enjoyed this very clean house. Kids and I loved playing in the water none stop. Went to the pool one day and all were happy with the diving board. Nice evening sitting by the water with a fire going. Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Pratt Sister Weekend

Seven of us sisters stayed at the house. We had a great time. The house is clean and comfy. We are hoping to come back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Great location as advertised

We are all property owners who wanted a rental house for a weekend of relaxing and ice fishing. We were able to access the area we wanted to fiah, right from the property. Worked great! Will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

ACL House

We had a great time at the ACL house. The house was beautiful; we were able to house all of our family easily. The dock and shoreline were nice. We were able to use existing water toys and our own easily.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that the property was on the lake. We would love to explore in the summer. Cozy loft area for the kids. Netflix availability was great as well. We did not like that we were responsible for taking the garbage to a community trash area. We could not find it and there were no directions. We planned to throw out the garbage Sunday at check-out, however, the area did not open until after 2 on Sunday which is after check-out hours. Thankfully, the owner was kind enough to allow us leave the garbage at the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Beautiful Lake Home

I rented this property for a girls weekend with a few friends. The property is beautiful and the home is cozy and well stocked with everything we needed. We drove to the waterfall nearby, definitely a must see if you stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan Q.

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

On the lake

The property is superbly located and in very nice shape. Being on the lake is a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Fun time!

Thanks so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022