Title: Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114864982&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B ![Dining - Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B (Norwalk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114865000/114864982/5e73124e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B (Norwalk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114865000/114864982/ad04f9d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B (Norwalk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114865000/114864982/ffa9c4c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B (Norwalk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114865000/114864982/05075009.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B (Norwalk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114865000/114864982/ae6a7fda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B Beautiful walkout ranch close to a beach and playground! Enjoy paddle boarding, the playground, and peaceful lake views from the spacious deck. With 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a kid-friendly setup, basement living room/movie room, and office space, it's the perfect spot for families or a relaxing getaway! Welcome to your family Norwalk retreat! A quick drive or short walk from the nearby beach and playground! Key Features \-Just a 1-minute drive or 5-minute walk to beach and playground \-Includes paddle board and life jackets for guest use \-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms—ideal for families and groups \-Basement living room perfect for movie nights and hangouts \-Dedicated office space for remote work or study \-Spacious walkout deck with peaceful outdoor views \-Family-friendly setup in a quiet neighborhood ABOUT THIS SPACE Welcome to your Norwalk retreat—an updated walkout ranch just a short walk or quick drive from the nearby beach and playground. KEY FEATURES Just a 3-minute drive or 10-minute walk to beach and playground Includes paddle board and life jackets for guest use 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms—ideal for families and groups Basement living room perfect for movie nights and hangouts Dedicated office space for remote work or study Spacious walkout deck with peaceful outdoor views Family-friendly setup in a quiet neighborhood Enjoy your stay with us! THE SPACE KITCHEN: The open-concept kitchen flows right into the living space, making it easy to cook and stay connected. \-Refrigerator \-Electric stove \-Oven \-Dishwasher \-Drip coffee maker. We’ve stocked it with cookware, utensils, plates, bowls, and glasses. Small appliances like a microwave and toaster are included, along with basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, cooking spray, and coffee filters. Dishwasher pods and dish soap are provided to help you settle in with ease. DINING: The dining table comfortably seats 6 but can accommodate up to 8 guests. Two additional bar stools at the counter offer extra seating, and when the weather’s nice, you can enjoy meals outside on the deck with 4 chairs. A high chair is also available for infants. BEDROOMS: The home offers 4 total bedrooms—3 upstairs and 1 in the basement. Upstairs includes 2 queen bedrooms with shared access to the main hallway bathroom, and the primary bedroom has a king bed and private bathroom. The king room also includes a Pack-N-Play, perfect for families with little ones. Downstairs, you’ll find an additional queen bedroom with easy access to the lower-level bathroom. All bedrooms include closets for storage. UPSTAIRS LIVING ROOM: The upstairs living space offers a bright, open area perfect for conversation and connection, with cozy seating that flows right into the kitchen and dining area. BASEMENT LIVING ROOM: Go-to hangout spot after a day at the beach—featuring a comfy couch, two bean bags, and a Smart TV where you can log into your favorite streaming accounts for a relaxing movie night! BATHROOMS: The home features 3 bathrooms! Upstairs, you’ll find a full bathroom shared by two queen bedrooms, along with a private 3/4 ensuite in the king bedroom. Downstairs, there’s another 3/4 bathroom easily accessible from the basement queen room. All bathrooms are fully stocked with fresh towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash to make your stay comfortable. OFFICE: Working remotely? We've got you covered. The basement includes a dedicated office space with a desk and chair—perfect for catching up on emails or taking video calls during your stay. LAUNDRY: A washer and dryer are available for guest use, located in the utility room. We kindly ask that guests use only the laundry machines and avoid handling other items in that space. Detergent and dryer sheets (or wool dryer balls) are provided to get you started during your stay. ACTIVITIES \-Lake Colchester is just a 1-minute drive or 4-minute walk away with a beach and a great playground \-Garage includes paddle board, life jackets, squirt guns, and other beach toys \-Local dining nearby including 804 Main Bar & Grill, El Maya Mexican Restaurant, and Pyra Pizzeria \-Golf at The Legacy Golf Club just minutes away \-Warrior Park is 5 minutes away with trails and an awesome kids’ play area \-Downtown Des Moines is a 19-minute drive for nightlife, events, and entertainment \-Des Moines International Airport is just a 10-minute drive GUEST ACCESS \-Keyless lock system for convenient check-in and check-out \-Door code provided for easy access to the house \-Full access to the entire house during your stay \-Flexible and unrestricted entry and exit without disturbing anyone OTHER THINGS TO NOTE \-Garage contains a paddle board, life jackets, and beach toys for your use \-Please only use the washer/dryer in the utility room—do not handle other items \-Driveway fits up to 4 vehicles (3 comfortably); additional street parking available Let us know if you need anything—we’re here to help make your stay great! \-Keyless lock system for convenient check-in and check-out \-Door code provided for easy access to the house \-Full access to the entire house during your stay \-Flexible and unrestricted entry and exit without disturbing anyone We are available by messages or calls! \*Rules are to be respected at all times to ensure a pleasant and enjoyable yet trouble-free experience.\* Violation will be determined and could result in immediate termination of your reservation and additional related fees $. AC/HEAT THERMO STAT Air Conditioner: When using the A/C, do not set the thermostat below 68 degrees. If thermostat is set too low, the unit could freeze. If the unit freezes due to the thermostat being set lower than 68 degrees, guest is subject to fine. Furnace (Heat): When using heat, do not set the thermostat above 78 degrees. If thermostat is set too high, the unit could over heat. If unit over heats due to the thermostat being set higher than 78degrees, guest is subject to fine. SMOKING No smoking (including vaping, dab, or hookah) of any kind inside the home. Any smell of smoke/Marijuana/vaping inside the property is subjected to a $1,000 FINE following check-out shared by our housekeeping team QUIET HOURS Please be a good neighbor and respect the Quiet Hours, which are between 10:00pm - 8:00am. All noise/disturbance that causes neighbors disruption may incur a $500 fine and have their reservation escalated to Airbnb support for termination of reservation with no refund because that can lead to us being forced off Airbnb by the housing community association. This may sound scary however if your intentions are not to throw a party/event at this property, you will have no issues! PETS Your reservation does not include pets. Undisclosed pets will incur a fee of $300, and may result in immediate termination of your stay. EARLY CHECK-IN POLICY Early check-in may or may not be possible depending on if the property has been cleaned from our prior guest. We understand schedules change and you may be able to arrive early to the property. We allow a 1 hour early check-in free of charge if the property is cleaned. YOU MUST COMMUNICATE THAT YOU WANT TO CHECK-IN EARLY. Your code to enter the property will not work until 3:00pm unless it is changed by our team. There is a $50/hr charge to check-in earlier than 1 hour. LATE CHECK-OUT POLICY Late check-outs exceeding 30 minutes without prior notice will incur a fee of $50/hr until you have checked out, as this impacts our cleaning team's schedule for preparing for our next guests. While we strive to be as accommodating as possible, we may have guests checking in at 3:00 pm after your stay, necessitating timely cleanings. Please note, this policy is not an allowance for extended check-outs due to the fine being enforced. MAIL No mail or packages allowed to be delivered to this address \*No flushable wipes/feminine products to be flushed. \*No parking on the grass/lawn; violation of this rule may result in a $100 FINE for any damages incurred \*Please note that we cannot be held responsible for any water or electricity outages caused by the city. We will do our best to assist you during these circumstances, but please understand that it is beyond our control. As such, we regret to inform you that we cannot provide refunds for any inconveniences caused by such outages. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116670000/116664500/116664435/5826fcea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### High Brick Haven near Ingersoll - Where Vintage Vibes & Comfort Collide! 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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 and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 381166 ## About the area ![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%7C41.50235%2C-93.68158&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8Au_MOTT_9sYGKLEz_ClsxOmAfI=) Norwalk, IA #### What's nearby - Echo Valley Driving Range \- 4 min drive \- 3.9 km - Jordan Creek Town Center \- 11 min drive \- 18.5 km - Iowa Events Center \- 15 min drive \- 14.8 km - Casey's Center \- 15 min drive \- 14.8 km - Iowa State Fairgrounds \- 22 min drive \- 21.0 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Casey's - ‬5 min drive - ‪1908 Draught House. - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Flamingo Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Chicken - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B? ### What time is check-out at Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B? ### Where is Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott R. Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location was great for our visit. The view of the lake from the deck was very nice. We had two couples and one individual staying, and we appreciated that we all had our own bedroom and bathroom and it was nice to each have our own space. ##### Scott R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025