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Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake

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Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Manawa State Park
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Council Bluffs, IA
  • Place, Lake Manawa State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Schwab Field Omaha
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake

Relax and recharge at our lakefront getaway on beautiful Lake Manawa! Enjoy free use of kayaks, canoes, and a rowboat—perfect for peaceful mornings or sunset paddles. Inside, you'll find a cozy, well-equipped space with room to spread out. Located just minutes from parks, trails, restaurants, and Omaha, it’s an ideal base for nature lovers, weekend adventurers, or anyone looking to unwind by the water. Enjoy our Family's lake house cabin home. Just 10 minutes from The Henry Doorly Zoo. Private dock shared with neighbor.
-WEAR WATER SHOES WHEN ENTERING THE LAKE. THE BOTTOM OF THE LAKE WILL CUT FEET

-ONBOARD LIFE JACKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL WATERCRAFT USERS (BOATS, KAYAKS, CANOES, PADDLEBOARDS, JET SKIS). CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER MUST WEAR A LIFE JACKET AT ALL TIMES. IOWA LAW MANDATE

-DUE TO SAFETY AND HEAVY BOATING TRAFFIC, SWIMMERS MUST STAY INSIDE THE BUOYS

-PLEASE DRY OFF BEFORE SITTING ON FURNITURE

-PLEASE KENNEL UNSUPERVISED PETS

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4774974vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Council Bluffs

Located in Council Bluffs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Manawa State Park and Longs Landing County Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at CHI Health Center Omaha or Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Council Bluffs, IA

What's nearby

  • Lake Manawa State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • CHI Health Center Omaha - 13 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 18 min drive
  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sapp Bros. Travel Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pilot Travel Centers - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Manawa State Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Manawa Beach. Longs Landing County Park and Missouri River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korbyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place! Has everything you can think of!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peyton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was fun for all ages. Everyone in our group enjoyed the lake and nice shaded yard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanner H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house. Had everything that we needed, very easy to get ahold of host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean, well equipped and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jynae W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with beautiful views! We very much enjoyed staying here, it has a cozy homey feel that we needed at the end of our long days. Everything is well kept and high end, host has great communication! We will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We will definitely rent again. Happy Holidays
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house is absolutely beautiful! I can’t get over the breathtaking views of both the sunrises and sunsets. The inside of the home is inviting and cozy, and it truly feels like a home away from home. It’s fully equipped with everything you could possibly need—from well-stocked kitchen supplies like pots, pans, cups, and containers to essentials such as trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, Q-tips, and more than enough bedding and pillows.It’s honestly one of the best B&B-style stays I’ve ever experienced. I especially loved having a washer and dryer, as well as the extra refrigerator in the garage. As someone with a big family, I know how much of a lifesaver having two fridges can be!Even though we stayed during the winter while the lake was frozen, I appreciated how many lake-related items the house offers. It’s clear this place is just as amazing in the summer, and my family and I are already planning to come back then.The host was absolutely wonderful with communication. I had a special request, and they went above and beyond to make it happen. I truly can’t recommend this place enough—an outstanding stay all around!
Such beautiful sunsets
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allie L.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kat Theo

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