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The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock!

Clear Lake vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a high ceiling fan.
A house with a garage, stone exterior, and wooden beams.
Two Adirondack chairs facing a lake with a dock and a small boat.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a microwave. There is a red patterned sofa in the living area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There is a fireplace and a Christmas tree.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ventura, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Ventura Public Library
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ventura City Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Clear Lake

In Clear Lake .Stay at this Clear Lake vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Clear Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Ventura City Park. Ventura Public Library and West Lake Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ventura Public Library - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ventura City Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 10 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 32 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪PM Park - ‬8 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.

The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock!

The Lodge is a woodland escape sitting on 20 scenic acres of rolling hills, woods, & wetlands. Guests can take in the natural beauty of this property and enjoy watching deer, turkey, waterfowl, and fox. With private lake access with a dock just across the street, guests can experience the Lake like a local. Recreational sports abound: fishing, nearby public land for hunting, swimming, boating, and kayaking - there's even a prairie and woodland bike trail less than 1/4 mile away!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Swimming 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Lodge Home Abundance of Wildlife Lake Access

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi (10-min drive) from Clear Lake State Park Beach and 6.5 mi (10-min drive) from City Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! to downtown Clear Lake?

This vacation home is 4.9 mi away from Clear Lake.

The Lodge Home - Abundance of Wildlife and a short walk to the lake with a dock! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Very spacious and quiet. Enjoyed the wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The family had an enjoyable stay. We loved the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time renting this house. Our grandchildren would like too make this an annual event.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The house was perfect for a family holiday stay, very spacious with a beautiful outdoor view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home for a large group! The dock is not as close as the description implies and not private but is a short drive to a shared dock. The home is spacious and beautiful we had a great time. The empty 2 stall garage was perfect for rainy day yard games played inside. We had lots of teenagers with us and the basement was perfect for air mattresses we brought along. All in all this home was a perfect fit for our family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great location with a very nice setting. House was a perfect layout for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

A very nice house and property! It worked a great for a family meeting place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall stay was good.

Our family has stayed at this property many times and really enjoy the house. It is perfect for our family. It also offers a large area for parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the property for our cousins' weekend in Clear Lake. It's everything we hoped it would be again :) We had a slightly smaller group this time, and the space was perfect. I've only stayed in the main bedroom on the first floor, but the bed in there is so comfortable that we slept in as long as our little ones would allow. Everyone else in the house had great room experiences, too. No issues at all, and we'll be planning on coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
The Lodge was a very spacious building and our family was very comfortable. Dish washer was broken so that caused more hassle. Also small dining table for such a large property. Poor directions to the dock, had trouble finding which one. Spacious parking and comfortable quarters for entertaining friends.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Surf Ballroom

This was our third year staying at the property for the Winter Dance Party in February. Love this place and the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Peaceful location set back off the road but still easy to get to. Very clean and adequately stocked with the things we needed. Large areas upstairs and downstairs for gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

We had a great time again! Third time we have stayed here with our kids and grandkids. Lots of space for all and room outside to play games. Lots to do in clear lake for each day and then back to eat and hang out together. We all loved it and will do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We booked over the 4th of July holiday. We had a wonderful time- activities for all ages. The home is big enough that we all could enjoy our space without being on top of each other. Lots of wildlife around to enjoy. Nice area to take a walk or jog. Felt safe
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

This is our 2nd yr staying over the 4th. We had a very enjoyable stay. Our kids and grandkids had a blast. Great yard for entertaining and playing yard games. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great neighborhood

6 bedrooms and plenty of couches to relax or sleep on. Living room has great views of wildlife. We saw many turkeys and deer each day and evening. Also great place to view the stars at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We all had a great time for the second year! 11 of us from age 68-8. Beautiful home and had everything we needed to cook our meals! Loved the space inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visiting Great Grandpa DeBell

We all came from North Dakota with Papa and Nonnie to visit Great Grandpa DeBell. The property is beautiful and gives us a wonderful place to stay all together while we are visiting family in Clear Lake. Lots of space to play indoors and out. Lots of wildlife to enjoy every morning and night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Dance Party

This was out second year at this location. There were twelve of us all over the age of 57 and we enjoyed it very much. Plan on booking for next year also. It is so relaxing and wildlife right out the windows to watch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Lodge Delight

The description of The Lodge is an understatement. The host and facility were beyond our expectations! We enjoyed our privacy and the room to spread out! We took family photos in the shade of the trees on the property. Our family time has created memories for all. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love staying at the Lodge

Our family of 11 adults enjoy staying at the Lodge. Plenty of room and beds for all. The parking is a plus for us. Three classic cars for the Cruise around the Lake, plus a truck with a boat and several cars for everyone to come. We really enjoy the space and watching the deer and turkeys is fun. Its very clean with everything you made need. This was our second stay there and coming back next year. Judy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!

Our time at The Lodge Home made our Family Reunion at Clear Lake even more fun! The house is super clean, beautiful, spacious, and the host great to work with. We enjoyed the pool and ping pong tables in the downstairs - it's like a separate home downstairs!! The beds were very comfortable. We loved sitting in the front room and going out on the deck to watch the deer. We are appreciative for our wonderful stay and would stay there again if we are back in Clear Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Fall Retreat

What a lovely, well equipped home. So quiet and restful with a short walk to the beach. We made great use of the pool and ping pong tables with a friendly competition complete with nick names. Losers bracket competed in giant Jinga. Evenings featured boards games from the large sectional on the lower level as kids slept above. Such a quiet home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautiful house and property! Very clean and lots of room for us all! We all enjoyed seeing the deer and wild turkeys and walking the trails in the woods. We also enjoyed the pool table and ping pong table and played a family softball game in the backyard! Grilled and cooked meals and it is very well stocked. We will come back! We all had a great time from age 7-68 years old!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home set up worked great for space with our family gathering coming from different parts of the states. Could use another refrigerator in the downstairs kitchen with the allowed large group. Some light bulbs out and coffee makers took over an hour to brew 12 cups. The location is perfect for those that need a larger space and want the country. If you want to be near or close to water, would not recommend. The public dock nearby is over grown and rocky. The privacy, cleanliness and space were A!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025