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Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep

  • Step into a world of comfort and relaxation at our charming retreat on Julia Street. Nestled in the heart of Okoboji, this serene haven invites you to unwind and recharge amid picturesque surroundings. As you enter, you'll be greeted by a cozy interior adorned with modern amenities and thoughtful touches throughout. Picture yourself enjoying morning coffee on the spacious porch, soaking in the tranquil views of the large private yard. Whether you're seeking adventure or simply craving a peaceful escape, our guest house provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories with loved ones. Experience the beauty of Okoboji from the comfort of our inviting retreat on Julia Street.

    **SLEEPS 8 - bunkbeds are FULL size, NOT twin**

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

No need to do any cleaning unless you'd like to. I only suggest gather sheets/towels & placing in bathroom. If you'd like, you may also place any trash in the bins by the garage!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Okoboji, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Brooks Golf Club and Emerald Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum and 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji. Arnolds Park Amusement Park and Goodies Handmade Candies are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Okoboji travel guide
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Okoboji, IA

What's nearby

  • A picturesque view of a creek in a golf country club in Wilmington, Delaware
    Brooks Golf Club
    4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • West Okoboji Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Higgins Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Okoboji Lake
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Okoboji Summer Theatre
    3 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD)
    104 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    5 min drive
  • The Outrigger
    18 min walk
  • Scooters Coffee
    4 min drive
  • The Ritz
    18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep located?

Situated in Okoboji, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of West Okoboji Lake and Higgins Museum. East Okoboji Lake and Okoboji Summer Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Family-Friendly Retreat on Julia Street - Explore Okoboji from Your Doorstep Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great complex with everything you need. Exceeded our expectations. Plenty of room to host family reunion and outdoor deck provides additional space. Location offers views of west Okoboji lake and walking distance to O'Farrell's sister food joint. Hosts were attentive to any/all needs. Look forward to next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was clean and I loved the furnishings. The couch was a bit low for us to get off of and stand back up, but it was still neat. I would love to know the history of the house, it's definitely unique. We celebrated our 38th anniversary there and the community of deer was so wonderful to watch. It was a calm weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

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

Great property

We had a great stay and the house had everything we needed. It was well stocked and a cute & clean place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Great property!

Very nice property. Plenty of space and well equipped. Property manager was great and quick to respond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Perfect Boji Stay!

This property is very well located in the Okoboji area and sits in a private lot with a lot of nature surrounding it. The house is well appointed and was very clean. Perfect for families and friends as it is an open concept! Also, plenty of parking for a boat and several vehicles. Our friends enjoyed the home and many amenities!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint W.

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

Getaway

Unique property, centralized location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Per O.

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

Great Place for Our Family

The house was very nice and everything inside appeared to be new. The location was easy to get to all the place in Okoboji. The property has a ton of flowers and mature trees so felt like you’re secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William Bunifatza G.

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

Wedding Shower Stay

The VRBO was excellent! Close to everything which made it even better! Don’t let the yard on the property scare you. It’s wonderful inside! Very clean and the manager was great to work with! It’s a hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Dad’s Birthday

What va great property, my family stayed at the property and threw a birthday party for my Dad entertaining my brothers and their kids and grandkids. Lots of outdoor space for the kids to play and go to the park and everything we needed to cook and entertain.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattie S.

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

Magical Cabin

Wonderful weekend with friends. The cabin is in a great location with a wonderful view. We had three couples stay at the cabin and it worked out nicely. Coffee in the mornings on the deck watching the deer was a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Serene Stay

Peaceful and relaxing home with beautiful wooded area in the backyard. This home is located in a nice, quiet neighborhood and close to Lake Okoboji. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend! to the lake. to
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie S.

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

Great Stay!

It was a beautiful house in a great location! We loved that is was close to everything but you felt very secluded. We also loved the deck. The only thing I would note is there aren’t curtains or blinds in the bedrooms. But I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

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

Even better in person!

This property was beautiful. The beds were comfortable, having 2 bathrooms was great! Close enough to everything that you can walk, bike, or scooter. We have a large boat and there was plenty of room for parking plus the loading ramp was less than a mile away. Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul I.

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

Gorgeous house in Okoboji

This house is beautifully decorated and right in the heart of Okoboji. Within walking distance to many things, even in the wintertime! We were pleasantly surprised with how big the entire place was, we werent sure from the pictures exactly what to expect. Would 100% return next year. Perfect space for people of all ages and absolutely gorgeous. Lots of wildlife, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luba C.

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

Wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful wood-like feeling of the property works great with the Scandinavian vibe of the house itself. We saw a deer in the back and then there was one right un the driveway! New appliances, beautifully stocked kitchen, the house had everything our family needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne W.

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

Spacious home.

We needed a place for family to meet although it was only two of us staying overnight. Really interesting, nice property!! Lots of deer out back! The bed was comfy, but the living room furniture- no one could sit in it and be comfy. Otherwise, a super place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

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

Best Weekend

We could NOT have been happier with this rental. I grew up in Okoboji so coming home to spend the holidays with family is always special. This Vrbo hadn’t come up on our search prior and we couldn’t have been more surprised & happy. The owners are local, we’re more than accommodating and so responsive. Our kids LOVED the nature walks in the back yard, seeing all the deer, squirrels and turkey out the back door and the tree house/loft we had NO idea about was the best place for hot chocolate and a book at the end of the night. It was also very spacious, we spent most of our time at the house rather than my father’s! Spudnuts is just down the road, if you haven’t been: GO. Location is great, so close to the lake. I hope this is available every time we return home - will definitely book again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Quiet, peaceful setting

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphney M.

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

Great location

Very easy to get to Arnold Park from this location. It was a nice cabin feel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet neighborhood. Home was very nice and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Short family getaway

Property was very clean, nice accommodations, and host was responsive to inquiries. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really awesome place! Checking in was really easy and the amenities were great. The backyard was very scenic and relaxing. A family of deer took a walk through the yard each day. The whole house was very cozy and had a really nice cabin feel to it. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Cute and comfy

Quick getaway with family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic P.

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

Amazing!

What a great time and awesome place to stay while in Okoboji! Harper was extremely helpful and we loved the house. Quick access to everything during the day, and super peaceful at night. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

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

Peaceful Summer Retreat

This property is such a fun, quirky, cute find. My college roommates and I stayed here for a girl's weekend and enjoyed the centralized location for visiting Spirit Lake and Arnolds Park. Close enough that it doesn't take long to get anywhere yet the property itself feels isolated and private. Very clean and cozy with comfortable beds! Harper was easy to contact and quickly addressed any concern we had (which was very minimal). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025