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Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10156.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Place, Central Gardens of North Iowa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, City Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping

Escape to this lovely house in picturesque Clear Lake.

The two story Schoolhouse was built in 1870 and has been completely remodeled into an updated comfortable and relaxing getaway.

Handicap friendly parking is available on the west side. The first floor is handicap friendly with a zero entry bathroom and shower. A queen sized bed can be setup on the main floor if stairs are not an option for guests.

The rest of the beds are found on the second floor. The main bedroom includes a queen sized Deluxe Sleep Number Bed. This bedroom has it's own bathroom complete with a tub/shower combination, perfect for those toddlers needing a bath after visiting the beach.

The bedrooms all have blackout shades to allow guests to sleep in when the sun gets up too early.

The second area is an open loft and it has a queen bed, 1 bunk bed, and 1 trundle queen bed. There is a bathroom for this area with a shower and laundry for our guests.

The kitchen has all new appliances including a 36" commercial range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker. stainless steel sink and custom cabinets. Custom made Kitchen table can easily seat 10 guests.

An automatic coffee maker that can make a pot of coffee or use the Pods and make one cup.

A 65" LG OLED smart TV allows you to stream using the high speed Wi Fi for your viewing pleasure.

An electronic keyboard is available for the musically inclined.

A small desk and printer are available for those needing to work as well as play.

Three bathrooms total, allows multiple guests to have their own. One bathroom is on the main floor and two on the second floor complete with shampoo, conditioner, and lotion. Each bathroom also has a hair dryer.

There is a patio area complete with patio lights, a gas grill and a fire pit.

This cozy retreat offers a soothing atmosphere for guests.

We think our place will help you experience everything Clear Lake has to offer. Be sure to check out our reviews. Take a look at the discounts and promotions available.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be considerate of the shared parking area with the Clausen House guests. Parking is also allowed on the street for no more than 24 hours.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Clear Lake is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and McIntosh Wildlife Area, while Clear Lake Fire Museum and Surf Ballroom and Museum are cultural highlights. Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home are also worth visiting.
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Clear Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake Fire Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • City Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping on 18 May 2026 start from AU$317, 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 Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet relaxed location just steps away from Main Ave Shopping located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this holiday home is steps away from Clear Lake Fire Museum and Central Gardens of North Iowa. City Beach Park and Surf Ballroom and Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great host, great weekend. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn H.

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

Awesome Stay

Myron was awesome, and we absolutely loved the school house! Sooo nice and such a good location for what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend in Clear Lake. The property was great, exactly as advertised. The location could not be better. We walked everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Excellent stay at historical site!!

It was great! Furnished extremely well. Myron was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Great place to stay

The Schoolhouse is a beautifully restored building with an interesting history. It’s spacious and was very comfortable for our party of 4 adults. It could easily accommodate a larger group. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! I have stayed in many VRBO houses. Schoolhouse and your host Myron excel at a brand new lovingly restored 1872 schoolhouse including the welcoming school bell. Plans and photographs of the extensive renovation are in the stunning cook’s kitchen. Three bathrooms and two washer/dryer combos welcome a large crew enjoying the nearby lake. Thank you Myron for this truly special stay complete with thoughtful night lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carley F.

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

Great location and really nice!

This was a great location for us and we would try to stay here again. The place is super clean, nice beds, great bathrooms. Super simple check in and no issues with check out. We enjoyed our time there. Do note that a huge part of the upstairs is almost like a big landing with lots of beds, so without a door to the lower level its easy to hear most everything downstairs. The main bedroom, however, would work for anyone needing absolute quiet. This wasn't a negative for our group. Would absolutely recommend and return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Myron Lupkes

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We have renovated a number of properties over the years. We thought this Schoolhouse had great potential and wanted to save it for another 100 years.

Why they chose this property

The location in a quiet neighborhood, and is a short walk to Main Avenue and the Lake.

What makes this property unique

The Schoolhouse was built in 1870 but it has been renovated into a modern and comfortable getaway.

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