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New!! 4 Bedroom Unit sleeps 14

New!! 4 Bedroom Unit sleeps 14
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Super cute and clean, great spot to hang out for weekend."
United States
Madeline H.
The price is CA $294
CA $664 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
New!! 4 Bedroom Unit sleeps 14

Cute little cottage in the best location.

Cute little cottage in the best location.
Arnolds Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great place to stay for our vacation."
United States
Lynn F.
The price is CA $229
CA $394 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Cute little cottage in the best location.

2 bedrooms with queen beds. <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require a guest to use steps.

2 bedrooms with queen beds. <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require a guest to use steps.
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I loved my stay at stay suites. Very clean, everything that was promised was there. No complaints. Will stay there again this summer if the availability is there."
United States
Chris
The price is CA $146
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
2 bedrooms with queen beds. <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require a guest to use steps.

West Lake Okoboji Cub Cottage

West Lake Okoboji Cub Cottage
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Our stay was perfect! The cottage was super clean & perfect for a weekend getaway. Location was walkable to Broadway bars and restaurants."
United States
Kyle S.
The price is CA $319
CA $682 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
West Lake Okoboji Cub Cottage

1 Bedroom Suite-Stay Suites-Hwy 71 Arnolds Park <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require the guest to do stairs.

1 Bedroom Suite-Stay Suites-Hwy 71 Arnolds Park <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require the guest to do stairs.
Arnolds Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Very good location, clean, great amenities."
United States
Jill H.
The price is CA $146
CA $284 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
1 Bedroom Suite-Stay Suites-Hwy 71 Arnolds Park <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require the guest to do stairs.

Anchor Pointe at Bridges Bay. FREE waterpark passes and one-of-a-kind features!

Anchor Pointe at Bridges Bay. FREE waterpark passes and one-of-a-kind features!
Okoboji
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"An amazing cabin and hosts! The cabin was stocked with all the necessities you could ever need plus more!"
United States
Michelle H.
The price is CA $426
CA $613 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Anchor Pointe at Bridges Bay. FREE waterpark passes and one-of-a-kind features!

The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort

The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort
Arnolds Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great house & great location! We really enjoyed our stay & will be back next year."
United States
Angie S.
The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort

Cozy 2-bedroom suite with full kitchen, living room (couch, 2 chairs), dining table (2 stools), smart TV with cable. Perfect for short or long stays. This suite is one the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs

Cozy 2-bedroom suite with full kitchen, living room (couch, 2 chairs), dining table (2 stools), smart TV with cable. Perfect for short or long stays. This suite is one the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great location host and price. Place had everything we needed "
United States
Eric L.
The price is CA $146
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Cozy 2-bedroom suite with full kitchen, living room (couch, 2 chairs), dining table (2 stools), smart TV with cable. Perfect for short or long stays. This suite is one the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs

Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.

Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.
Arnolds Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"great place, host was great about communication and even let us check in early. "
United States
Courtney H.
Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.

Fantastic Location-Roof Top Patio (shared) and King Bed<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs.

Fantastic Location-Roof Top Patio (shared) and King Bed<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs.
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Nice place for family time"
United States
Cheryl Groen G.
The price is CA $146
CA $346 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Fantastic Location-Roof Top Patio (shared) and King Bed<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs.

1400 sf 3 bedrooms in Arnolds Park-King bed<br>This suite is on the 3rd floor and does require a guest to use the steps.

1400 sf 3 bedrooms in Arnolds Park-King bed<br>This suite is on the 3rd floor and does require a guest to use the steps.
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very clean, great location, quick responses from host. Great stay!"
United States
Janean S.
The price is CA $235
CA $498 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
1400 sf 3 bedrooms in Arnolds Park-King bed<br>This suite is on the 3rd floor and does require a guest to use the steps.

2 Bedroom along Highway 71<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guests to use stairs.

2 Bedroom along Highway 71<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guests to use stairs.
Arnolds Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations! Met expectations."
United States
Sarah T.
The price is CA $220
CA $380 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
2 Bedroom along Highway 71<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guests to use stairs.

Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji

Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji
Arnolds Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"Walking distance to many local attractions."
United States
Tracy F.
The price is CA $253
CA $549 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps Ten

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps Ten
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"It was a great place for my family to stay for a weekend we were in town for a wedding!"
United States
Andrea J.
Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps Ten

Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf

Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf
Arnolds Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great location. Very nice place to stay. "
United States
Lewis S.
The price is CA $377
CA $815 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. Fall and winter deals!

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. Fall and winter deals!
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"The Couples loved being all together in one place! We'll use it again!"
United States
Mary S.
The price is CA $702
CA $1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. Fall and winter deals!

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio
ARNOLDS PARK
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good accommodations, easy access. Very well stocked with everything you need for a trip. Home was very clean and comfortable. Plenty of room for a family of 5. "
United States
Nick W.
The price is CA $497
CA $908 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

4-bedroom house in peaceful Spirit Lake with WiFi, AC, SPACIOUS

4-bedroom house in peaceful Spirit Lake with WiFi, AC, SPACIOUS
Spirit Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"The house was spotless and spacious. Nice location to everything. Worked perfectly for our event."
United States
Shannon B.
The price is CA $294
CA $726 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
4-bedroom house in peaceful Spirit Lake with WiFi, AC, SPACIOUS

Sunset Splash Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort

Sunset Splash Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort
Arnolds Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Great property! Very roomy for our group with lots of space outback too. Had a blast!"
United States
Matthew M.
The price is CA $414
CA $1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Sunset Splash Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort

The Laughing Seagull Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort

The Laughing Seagull Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort
Arnolds Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Very good place. Very open for room space. Great location."
United States
Bridget G.
The price is CA $445
CA $1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
The Laughing Seagull Cabin at Bridges Bay Resort
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Iowa Great Lakes. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.