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The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views!

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2 decks with great views of the lake!
Charming decor
2 great outdoor areas with views of the lake!!!
Driveway fits 2 cars. Please don't park on the lawn and in the street.
Front sunroom for dining or playing games.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First Floor - Left

1 Queen Bed

First Floor - Right

1 Queen Bed

Upper Left

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upper Right

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Full

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper Full

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views!

This amazing and popular property has all the furnishings, amenities and awesome views!! The 4 bedrooms can accommodate up to 10 people very comfortably. Cozy couches could be used for teens or children.

Lots of living area for dining, relaxing, reading or playing games. 2 spacious decks have outstanding views of the lake!

Located within the Bell Harbor association on the south shore, this home is close to a private beach, playground, restaurants and the popular Tiki Bar.

Completely remodeled with all new flooring, furnishings, kitchen, appliances, linens and 2 bathrooms. All you need is your toothbrush!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Before you leave, please write in the guest book what you enjoyed about your stay at The Great Escape.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Clear Lake

Located in Clear Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Clear Lake State Park and All Vets Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Meredith Willson Boyhood Home and Music Man Square. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • City Beach Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 11 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Viking Drive In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape Sleeps 10 Comfortably (6 beds) & Awesome Lake Views! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. City Beach Park and Ventura City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Loved sitting on the deckbwith the lake view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect cottage for our weekend! Beautiful lake views and so much living space for our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay. The house and location worked for our family. Enjoyed the accessibility to the lake and all of the different sitting areas. Look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Escape -Great Family Get-together

Great place spot for our family! Clean and decorated for the family Christmas!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MJ M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time on the lake

Throughout the process Michelle was a great communicator. She answered questions quickly and clearly. The kitchen was well-stocked with the equipment we needed, and the gas grill was nice. We loved the porches for our family gathering. It’s been a lovely weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clear Lake House

House was great for us to use while visiting family in Clear Lake for the weekend. We just needed the house for a place to sleep and breakfast in the morning. Would rent again! Be aware that the upstairs is a spiral staircase and not the easiest to access for some people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The host made sure we were prepared before we arrived. While our trip was unexpectedly cut short due to severe weather and a power outage, the host went above and beyond to work with us and even provided a partial refund. Her thoughtfulness made a tough situation much easier. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this property, and we’re already looking forward to booking here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dianne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clear lake stay

Group of 7 , plenty space for all of us .. loved the porch’s . Would recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Escape

We loved staying at our cute cabin near Clear Lake! The house had everything we could need. Great porches and living spaces
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Great Escape

This was our second stay at the Great Escape! Our family of five loves this house and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Escape visit

The home is spacious and provided plenty of room for 9 persons! Wonderful location! We enjoyed the HOA playground and small beach for the grandkids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wini D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Had a great time. Everything was as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona H., Cedar Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The home was clean and had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. We loved the big sunroom for our family gatherings in the evening. We have a boat so were very happy there was a dock nearby for us to use during the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, well stocked house, lots of great spaces

Great location, well stocked house, lots of great spaces. We would return. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Everything was as stated in the ad, very clean. Loved the decks and back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd R., Houston, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property with excellent location

The property and experience was all we had hoped for and a bit more. As it turned out, my close childhood friend know the owner. We just had a terrific experience and the home was ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy U., Elma Ia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

Excellent home. Close to the water. Very clean. Plenty of outside sitting area. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

We loved the house! Especially the four seasons room with the big table for games and meals! Love all the homey touches too. Clear Lake and our day on the water was so much fun!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cammie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely all around!

We loved the house, the location of Bell Harbor,walking distance to PM Park with great outdoor and indoor bar and dining. everything really. The only caveat would be the spiral staircase for your 70+ guests. Would definitely stay here again,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and Lake Views

Great location, quick access to the Lake with private dock through the association. Parking was a little tight but accommodated by areas very close to the house. Comfortable for 8 adults and 3 children. Close to all the local beaches and PM Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Car cruise vacation

Stay here while attending the Car Cruise weekend. Nice place to stay and plenty of room 7 adults and 2 toddlers. Winding staircase was the highlight. Neighbors were very nice. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Memorial Day Weekend

Long weekend with family. We had 9 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of room for everyone. We loved the decks and sunroom. Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. Thanks for sharing your lake house with us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eased into the Great Escape

Our goal with this vacation was to chill out and enjoy our family time, especially with our 2.5-year-old granddaughter. The Great Escape cottage provided a comfortable base for our activities and included all of the amenities we needed. The cottage is beautiful and well-maintained. Our granddaughter located and was thrilled by the multitude of decorative items in the cottage; we were able to keep all of them safe although possibly relocated some!! As per the owner's note in advance the spiral stairs are TRICKY, especially for 70+ year olds!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jae D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for family fun!

Had a wonderful long weekend in this house! The kids got a kick over the spiral staircase up to their room. Had everything we needed for 9 family members from age 5 to 41 to unite and the long table in the 4-season was big enough for us to join around during dinner meal times. For amenities,we really appreciated the amount of house and beach towels on hand so we didn't have to worry about packing so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family get a way.

Great location and wonderful view of the lake. We especially enjoyed the close proximity to the swimming area. The kitchen was well stocked and made meal prep easy. Regarding the listing we were counting on the 2 double futons for the kids and it's actually a couch and loveseat. There is no sofa bed. You might want to update the listing. Also wanted to mention that the spiral steps have one step that has become unattached on the inside near the post. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Greg and Michele

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Business owner. We live in West Des Moines, Iowa and wanted a vacation home near the water close by. It's an easy 2 hour drive on the interstate.

Why they chose this property

It's a great place to make memories with family and friends!

What makes this property unique

Completely updated furnishing and refreshed both inside and out!

Languages:

English

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