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Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA

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Interior
Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • City Beach Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Clear Lake

In Clear Lake .At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Surf Ballroom and Museum and within a 15-minute walk of Clear Lake Fire Museum. City Beach Park and Central Gardens of North Iowa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • City Beach Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KWIK STAR #223 - ‬4 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.

Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA

Clear Lake is waiting for you at this one bedroom cottage. This cool retreat features a cozy three season porch with 2 bunk beds, perfect for a wonderful getaway. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine, WiFi, and AC during your stay. The bedroom boasts a comfortable queen bed, and the bathroom includes a refreshing shower. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals 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
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get-away

Great little spot to explore Clear Lake from. Our hosts were excellent and timely at answering questions!Note--short or balance challenged people would have difficulty using the microwave. It's very high!. My 6' husband could do it, but it would have been dangerous for me (with my balance issues, and only 5'2".)But we loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W., Newton, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place for some R&R. It was a quiet neighborhood and walking distance to downtown Clear Lake. We would definitely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easily a 5-star must stay place! A cozy home in the most convenient location, especially if the Surf Ballroom is on your list to visit. Immaculate! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

We weren't there much but it has a great atmosphere with antique decor and lake vibes. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swan Dive did NOT disappoint!

Amelia has thought of every detail. The cottage is beautiful, yard impeccably landscaped. Includes all the little things you miss from home, fan next to the bed, extra towels, grill, cookbooks, so many little touches included you don’t always have with a VRBO property! She allowed us to check in early, as we were coming for a wedding in town & needed to get ready. Communicated when needed. Will most definitely stay again when we’re in Clear Lake. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025