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Our top choices for Iowa Great Lakes vacation rentals

1. Cute little cottage in the best location.

Cute little cottage in the best location.
Arnolds Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great place to stay for our vacation."
United States
Lynn F.
The price is CA $80
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Cute little cottage in the best location.

2. 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, (159 reviews)
"Great stay. Host was detailed and kind!"
United States
Rachel H.
The price is CA $107
CA $571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps Ten

3. 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, (26 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 $100
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
2 bedrooms with queen beds. <br>This suite is on the 2nd floor and does require a guest to use steps.

4. 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, (23 reviews)
"Great location. Host was accommodating and helpful. "
United States
Christine R.
The price is CA $100
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
2 Bedroom along Highway 71<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guests to use stairs.

5. 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, (22 reviews)
"Great location host and price. Place had everything we needed "
United States
Eric L.
The price is CA $95
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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

6. 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, (23 reviews)
"Very clean, great location, quick responses from host. Great stay!"
United States
Janean S.
The price is CA $115
CA $342 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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.

7. 316 Hwy 71 -Bottom Floor Sleeps 10

316 Hwy 71 -Bottom Floor Sleeps 10
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Sherri was very kind and accommodating. We loved the location, and the accommodations were clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay here!"
United States
Lynn S.
The price is CA $144
CA $471 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
316 Hwy 71 -Bottom Floor Sleeps 10

8. 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, (35 reviews)
"Nice place for family time"
United States
Cheryl Groen G.
The price is CA $100
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fantastic Location-Roof Top Patio (shared) and King Bed<br>This suite is on the 2nd level and requires guest to use stairs.

9. Bridges Bay Boji Lake-View Condo For Rent!!

Bridges Bay Boji Lake-View Condo For Rent!!
Arnolds Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Loved this condo! Great view and location, large size, plenty of space for our family."
United States
Cameron L.
The price is CA $280
CA $649 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Bridges Bay Boji Lake-View Condo For Rent!!

10. Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.

Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"Great location, the indoor waterpark was great on a cold & rainy day, and the unit was accurate in its description as well as very clean. I would definitely recommend this place and would stay here again!"
United States
C R.
The price is CA $245
CA $613 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.

11. Just steps from The Green Space and Broadway Street. Fantastic Location for All the Fun!

Just steps from The Green Space and Broadway Street. Fantastic Location for All the Fun!
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The location is amazing!! Everything was perfect at the location, we couldn’t have asked for anything else!"
United States
Erin E.
The price is CA $173
CA $670 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Just steps from The Green Space and Broadway Street. Fantastic Location for All the Fun!

12. Charming remodeled 4-Bedroom home with fire pit

Charming remodeled 4-Bedroom home with fire pit
Spirit Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great place with stay with friends! HUGE backyard!! Close to everything in the lakes area."
United States
Halle R.
The price is CA $329
CA $590 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Charming remodeled 4-Bedroom home with fire pit

13. Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji

Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji
Arnolds Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Walking distance to many local attractions."
United States
Tracy F.
The price is CA $160
CA $419 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji

14. Fantastic Yard and Fun Location In Arnolds Park. Walk to Everything!

Fantastic Yard and Fun Location In Arnolds Park. Walk to Everything!
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Very nice property. Friendly owners. Enjoyed our family time in Okoboji."
United States
Gwen
The price is CA $246
CA $673 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Fantastic Yard and Fun Location In Arnolds Park. Walk to Everything!

15. Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf

Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf
Arnolds Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Great location. Very nice place to stay. "
United States
Lewis S.
The price is CA $208
CA $620 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Cozy Condo by Boardwalk, Restaurants, Golf

16. The Stay Cabin is a part of the Stay Properties locations at 271 Hwy 71

The Stay Cabin is a part of the Stay Properties locations at 271 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The house was very nice and had plenty of space for our large family. Will stay here again!! "
United States
Carrie H.
The price is CA $246
CA $673 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Stay Cabin is a part of the Stay Properties locations at 271 Hwy 71

17. The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort

The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort
Arnolds Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Great house & great location! We really enjoyed our stay & will be back next year."
United States
Angie S.
The price is CA $261
CA $732 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Hook Wine and Sinker House at Bridges Bay Resort

18. NEW LISTING...AWave From It All - Lakefront on Big Spirit Lake

NEW LISTING...AWave From It All - Lakefront on Big Spirit Lake
Orleans
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We had an amazing time! The house is very cute and comfortable. Loved being so close to the water on Big Spirit! Will stay again!"
United States
Sandra W.
The price is CA $291
CA $922 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
NEW LISTING...AWave From It All - Lakefront on Big Spirit Lake

19. The Monarch Cove House off West Lake Okoboji

The Monarch Cove House off West Lake Okoboji
Spirit Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great property - quiet, clean and excellent location."
United States
Erin Z.
The price is CA $261
CA $834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Monarch Cove House off West Lake Okoboji

20. Bridges Bay Retreat - The Perfect Okoboji Getaway

Bridges Bay Retreat - The Perfect Okoboji Getaway
Arnolds Park
The price is CA $157
CA $513 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bridges Bay Retreat - The Perfect Okoboji Getaway
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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.