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Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, books
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU

This 1910 fully remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is at the center of Storm Lake. Located on historic Lake Avenue, it is just two blocks from the lake, walking/bike trail, and 2 beautiful parks. Downtown is within walking distance as well as 5 beautiful churches, King's Pointe Waterpark and beach/park, and Buena Vista University.

An exceptionally clean home full of character with high-speed internet, comfy beds/linens, a new chef's kitchen, large bathrooms, new laundry appliances, and a large front porch with wicker furniture and a swing are waiting for you. There is a partially fenced-in large yard, a BBQ grill, and plenty of free parking available. Your dogs (one or two) are welcome for a fee.

The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with double sinks and a large shower. There is a walk-in closet right off the bathroom and a loveseat, ceiling fan, and a tv also in the bedroom area. The other two bedrooms have comfortable queen beds with extra seating. The guest bathroom boasts a claw-foot tub, large shower, and double sinks.

There is a large dining room and a new kitchen with everything you need to cook - just bring the food! With board games available and a wide variety of books to enjoy, you are sure to have a memorable stay!

Property manager

Joanne Tucker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Storm Lake
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Storm Lake

About the neighborhood

Map
Storm Lake, IA

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harker House - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Living Heritage Tree Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Buena Vista University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Hereford BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Villager Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU located?

This family-friendly Storm Lake vacation home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Chautauqua Park and Harker House. Living Heritage Tree Museum and Buena Vista University are also within 10 minutes.

Ada’s Guesthouse- historic home close to lake, shopping, parks, trails, BVU Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Trip
Great old house with character. Very clean and well equipped. The host communicated very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience.
Thank you for a wonderful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed for two days of visiting family in the area. Very much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Wonderful property, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great experience
This was our second stay at Ada's Guesthouse. Both stays were an excellent, 5 star experience. Very clean and well maintained historic house that is a short walk from the lake, with a large front porch to enjoy evenings in view of lake and large front lawn for kids to play. Great communication with the owner about check in procedures and anything else. Can't wait to return! A real jewel in Storm Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ada’s Guesthouse
Wonderful property, well cared for. Location is great. Quiet neighborhood, even though it’s on a main street. All the charm of a 1910 home, with all the modern conveniences.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Find
It was wonderful to be able to have our extended family stay together. Everything was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is peaceful and the lake is an easy walk. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Very clean and spacious. Great communication with host. Very nice location. This home truly exceeded our expectations. We will definitely stay at this home in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Excellent accommodations with a beautiful home. It was perfect for our family. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kings Pointe getaway
Nice quiet location. Close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
College town oasis in the middle of Iowa!
Amazing spacious home and perfect location to lake and college! Husband and I were there to visit our college son and watch his tennis games. My parents decided to come along at the last minute and absolutely loved it! We’ve stayed in a lot of vacation rentals over the years for vacations and I’d have to say Ada Guesthouse hosts thought of everything! I usually pack the essentials for bathrooms, kitchen and laundry but they provided everything and more. Plus dog towels, bed and blanket! A lot of history and antiques in this house provided lots of entertainment for my auctioneer husband and my history loving dad ☺️ Relaxing front porch sitting and nice backyard! Thank you so much for opening your home to us! Hoping to book it again next year for graduation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024