Bedding Summary: Murphy bed: Queen bed Pull out sofa bed: Queen bed
Welcome to the Back House of the Good Old Artsy Tartsy. BEST LOCATION in the Lakes area....Just steps away from Broadway Street with bars, restaurants, and shopping. The East/West Lake Okoboji bridge is just down the road featuring the iconic Smiths Bay beach area, The Ritz, and The Okoboji Store. This efficient back house was recently renovated and sleeps four. It features a queen murphy bed with (Tuft and Needle mattress) and a queen sofa pull out bed. Powder room and shower room. Full kitchen with range and microwave and full-size refrigerator. Stacked washer and dryer. Climate controlled unit. T.V. with cable and high-speed internet. There is a covered front and side patio with a seating area for the Back House. This is a very comfortable space which is walkable to anywhere in Okoboji.
Location, Location, Location: - 530 steps to the Ritz; (We know these steps will not be straight on the way back from the Ritz) - 530 steps to boat rental; - 290 steps to Smiles with Miles; - 70 steps to the Coffee Kup Kafe; - 900 steps Mau Marina and The Okoboji Store; - 550 steps to public beach; - 50 steps to Boji Spudz (donut shop); - 950 steps to arnolds park; - 550 steps to the emporium; - 200 steps to the Boondocks (small convenience store / gas station / Jimmy Johns, across the street) - 10 steps to the Arnolds Park Police Department and City Hall ;-) - Sorry, going to have to drive to the Taco House (a few miles).
There is parking space for up to 2 vehicles in the driveway.
Cancelation Policy – Okoboji Vacation has set this policy with you in mind. You are allowed to cancel your reservation up to 60 days prior to your arrival with a full refund. If you need to cancel between 59 days and 30 days you will receive a 50% refund. Within 30 days of your arrival no refunds are given. Additional terms and conditions may apply if booking through a channel.
This professional managed Lake Okoboji vacation rental is brought to you by Okoboji Vacation Co., a locally owned and operated company, dedicated to bring only the best quality experience to our guests. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish & hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, face bar soap, garbage bags, dishwasher & laundry detergent. Included in your cleaning fee is the above toiletry starter pack, propane replacement, and access to our Host Store; where we offer a range of supplemental services and items including early check-in/late check-out options, hangover kits, or fresh flowers for a romantic getaway. Pack n’ play or toddler cot, package of bottled water, firewood, etc. are available for a small fee on our Host Store (email sent one week before check-in) and will be waiting in the home on your arrival. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host...think again! Okoboji Vacation Company...let`s get you LAKEBOUND. Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges Advanced Payment of 50% is due at the time of booking. Remaining Balance due 30 days prior to your arrival. Failure to remit final rental payment by scheduled due date may result in cancellation of your reservation. All payments are refundable prior to the cancelation due dates with exception of booking fees and credit card fees. To protect your rental investment, we strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, early departures, no shows, or cleaning or maintenance concerns. If present and reported, all cleaning or maintenance concerns will be corrected promptly. Service fees may apply to guests who reserve online with a third party booking website. Third party services fees are not controlled nor collected by Okoboji Vacation Company, and as such are not reflected on reservation statements provided by Okoboji Vacation Company. A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged to the traveler if canceled between 60 days and 31 days prior to arrival. Reservations canceled within 30 days of arrival will result in no refund. Booking fees and Credit card fees are nonrefundable. A refundable security deposit of $300 may be charged on reservations. Guests will be responsible for all intentional damage to include but not limited to broken items, soiled or misplaced linens, loss of keys, theft, or failure to remove garbage from the property, or leaving the property excessively dirty. Confetti or glitter is not allowed in the property.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed
Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges
Important information
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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
About the area
Arnolds Park
Located in Arnolds Park, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum and Higgins Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Emerald Hills Golf Course and Brooks Golf Club. Arnolds Park Amusement Park and 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including power boating, birdwatching and sledging.
Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
East Okoboji Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 109 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 17 min walk
Scooters Coffee - 15 min walk
Los Pueblos - 18 min walk
The Ritz - 6 min walk
Miles Inn Boji Bay - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji on 21 May 2026 start from AU$259, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Artsy Tartsy Bunk House off West Lake Okoboji located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of West Okoboji Lake, Arnolds Park and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum. East Okoboji Lake and Arnolds Park Amusement Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
7.4
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was fine. We new the size going in. The neighbors who shared a outside living space we're partying all night long leaving huge messes and taking up all the outside living chairs. We almost left after the first night because of the neighbors!
The shampoo and conditioner packets were ridiculous. Charge 3 more per day and stock something decent. Couldn't locate the trash bins that were mentioned to be outside.
Jodie M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
We are sorry per your review that weren't happy with the provided extras. We do have full size bottles that we provide for the homes (not typically the studio bunk properties) and a 24/7 hotline that we provide concierge services. This is noted in several places in the property and emails/texts. We would have been happy to run out additional toiletries. Note the three trash bins are on the side of the guest parking lot of the main home. I wish the review was based on the actual property and fantastic location on the main strip of Okoboji/Arnolds Park.
This was the perfectly located cottage, and comfortably fit our family of four. We had minor issues checking, but I missed the original email stating instructions because it was sent to my email under a different name, so I must have deleted it not knowing what it was. Otherwise, wonderful accommodations.
Macy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Nicholas O.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
On and Faces the Highway
In fairness to the property owner the things they list about the property are true. It is very close to the activity in the Arnolds Park area. What wasn't explained or addresses is that the property is literally on Hwy 71 which stayed busy for about 20 consecutive hours. Though the room offered some quiet, we still heard traffic at all hours. We chose to only stay for one of our 3-night stay because of this issue.
Additionally, the bathroom is VERY small. You have to rest your arm on the sink when sitting on the stool, and it is a tight squeeze to close the door while using the facilities.
We were looking for a place with access to fun, and this place does offer that. But, the constant noise and the only view being of the Hwy just made it a bad experience for us overall.
Nicholas O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
tim S.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Totally Misleading
The property lists that it sleeps four and is 1000 sq feet. Hardly even close. Technically, it does sleep 4 but when the beds are folded out, there is barely any room left in the place. The space is barely 260 sq feet and I measured it! My friend who was gonna stay with my wife and I (we were in town for a wedding) ended up getting a hotel room. We did contact the manager and host and received a small refund but I was out 1/3 of the total cost and my friend was out more than $800 for his hotel. The bathroom and shower is ridiculously small. You can barely sit on the toilet because the sink is in the way. The shower is also stupid small and only suited for short skinny people. I hate to leave a bad review but the ad was so ridiculously misleading that I felt scammed. Should have just booked a hotel instead. You should too.
Great place for people that just need a place to lay their heads! This is a small place and when both beds are in use, it is full. We didn’t plan on spending our trip in the house anyway, so it was perfect for us. Location is convenient for walking or driving. Street traffic can be loud.
Alecia M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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