Title: LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95880141&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars Vacation home in Clear Lake with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars (Clear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880200/95880141/2067801d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars (Clear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880200/95880141/003f9fda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars (Clear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880200/95880141/d0756544.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars (Clear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880200/95880141/0edf2c40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars (Clear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880200/95880141/55a89654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of downtown, experience a comfortable retreat at this cozy duplex. Unwind in one of two outdoor entertainment areas, complete with a grill and picnic table. With off-street parking and proximity to shopping and restaurants, this home offers convenience. Enjoy the comforts of queen beds with linens provided, blackout curtains for great sleep. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars Main floor of duplex with ramp access (permanent resident upstairs with completely separate access). Two outdoor entertainment areas including grill, picnic table, dining table and chairs. Lawn space at front and back of house as well. Deck wraps around one side of house to connect front of house deck to the more private covered deck. Free Off-street parking (no garage access). Walking distance to downtown shopping, restaurants, city park, Lady of the Lake, City Beach, Central Gardens and less than a mile from the Legendary Surf Ballroom. Each of two bedrooms with comfortable queen beds with linens provided as well as blackout curtains for great night of sleep. Large living room includes sectional plus sleeper sofa. Full kitchen with full dining table also includes countertop ice maker, stocked with pots & pans, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, toaster. High-speed Wireless Internet, smart tv, games available. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48380000/48374200/48374123/68f7baa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming updated house with lake view in Clear Lake. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Clear Lake is home to this vacation home. Clear Lake State Park and McIntosh Wildlife Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Music Man Square and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby. [Visit our Clear Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Clear-Lake.dx7473) [View more Vacation homes in Clear Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Clear-Lake-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7473-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.13707%2C-93.37791&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=byL9nDUsJHgrahxjtnEABh1ItMc=) Clear Lake, IA ### What's nearby - ![Site of the last concert played by Buddy Holly, La Bamba, and the Big Bopper. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7473/41219cfd-9c29-4206-b76d-15b7c9d19cac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surf Ballroom and Museum 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Central Gardens of North Iowa 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Clear Lake Fire Museum 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - City Beach Park 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine 11 min walk \- 1.0 km ### Getting around - Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) 5 min drive ### Restaurants - Casey's General Store 3 min drive - McDonald's 3 min drive - Lake Time Brewery 1 min walk - Culver's 2 min drive - KWIK STAR #223 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy S. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place was clean and charming. The location was excellent for walking around town. No car needed. ##### Cindy S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen S. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clear Lake Regatta Great location to downtown, regatta site and restaurants! Owners were wonderful to work with and very flexible! ##### Karen S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa Z. Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy The house was very welcoming! We were very happy when we arrived to have such a cozy house. The location is great, kitchen is stocked, and very clean. We would love to stay again! ##### Alyssa Z. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint C. Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! Very cozy and clean house, perfect location as well (just steps from a great local brewery). The owners were awesome to work with and went the extra mile with little personal touches. Would highly recommend! ##### Clint C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary D. Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The property was just as described. The amenities offered we very good. The property was well stocked with all the necessities and some nice extras. They were very responsive to questions when needed. This would be a perfect location for events in downtown Clear Lake. ##### Mary D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry M. Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay ! The property was amazing, the amenities were over the top, We are looking forward to coming back. ##### Sherry M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dee S. Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect place for a weekend getaway! The location is ideal! Very clean, well stocked, friendly hosts. Everything was perfect! ##### Dee S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxanne R. Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getaway Property was nice and clean. Very close proximity to the beach and downtown area. Was a lovely weekend getaway. ##### Roxanne R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jessica h. Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Great location - parked the car for two days and walked everywhere we wanted to go. Easy check in process. Very clean and had everything we needed for our trip. ##### jessica h. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer T. Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome location and comfy home! So much better than a hotel! We stayed for 2 weeks and we were More than happy. All of the things you expect from home and more! Do not hesitate to book as it really is your home away from home. ##### Jennifer T. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JoAnne T. Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Had a great time in Clear Lake! The location of the house was in walking distance to the downtown area. There is a great outdoor sitting and grilling area. All beds were very comfortable and the house was comfy! Would definitely recommend this house!!! ##### JoAnne T. 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