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Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU

Lakefront holiday home in Storm Lake with a water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Storm Lake, IA
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Storm Lake Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Storm Lake

A family-friendly stay in Storm Lake awaits you at this holiday home. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Chautauqua Park and Harker House. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a living room and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Storm Lake holiday home include Living Heritage Tree Museum and Buena Vista University.

What's nearby

  • Harker House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chautauqua Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Buena Vista University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Living Heritage Tree Museum - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪225 Sushi Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Puffs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cobb Tavern At The Cobblestone - ‬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.

Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU

This 1910 fully remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is at the center of Storm Lake. Located on historic Lake Avenue, it is just two blocks from the lake, walking/bike trail, and 2 beautiful parks. Downtown is within walking distance as well as 5 beautiful churches, King's Pointe Waterpark and beach/park, and Buena Vista University.

An exceptionally clean home full of character with high-speed internet, comfy beds/linens, a new chef's kitchen, large bathrooms, new laundry appliances, and a large front porch with wicker furniture and a swing are waiting for you. There is a partially fenced-in large yard, a BBQ grill, and plenty of free parking available. Your dogs (one or two) are welcome for a fee.

The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with double sinks and a large shower. There is a walk-in closet right off the bathroom and a loveseat, ceiling fan, and a tv also in the bedroom area. The other two bedrooms have comfortable queen beds with extra seating. The guest bathroom boasts a claw-foot tub, large shower, and double sinks.

There is a large dining room and a new kitchen with everything you need to cook - just bring the food! With board games available and a wide variety of books to enjoy, you are sure to have a memorable stay!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 2 pets
  • 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Storm Lake
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Storm Lake

Frequently asked questions

Does Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU?

No, Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.