Affordable Accommodations Near Five Island Lake, IA

Restored 1920s Farmhouse/Cabin on the prairie with access to beautiful Silver Lake. Escape to a quiet peaceful rest. Paddleboat, kayak, or take a leisure nature walk. Lake is stocked with walleye and several types of panfish. Watch bald eagles, Canadian geese, blue heron, deer, and other friendly critters. Stargaze away from city lights against a black velvet sky while bullfrogs serenade. Full kitchen with keurig coffee, French press, and all amenities. This retreat is rustic with original oak flooring. comfortable and relaxed. Lot is mostly mowed with some natural prairie grass for effect.
Queen bed in Master bedroom. 3 singles (bunk beds and twin in two other bedrooms. 1 1/2 baths with tub/shower combo and comfy couch in living room. Please be aware this is an old farmhouse on what was once prairie next to a lake. We do our best to keep things clean but it's not antiseptic. Things can get a bit dusty if it's windy and you're liable to find insects and critters on the property. Think Little House in the Prairie vs the Hilton:)

Ring camera installed pointing toward driveway from front porch only for security reasons for guests and property.

- "I lived in an old farm house for years so I appreciated the value - lake access, dock, swing, mulberries, basic supplies, natural prairie yard, plenty of towels, great host interactions, etc. Fwiw, spouse was not as excited about the classic feel/tidiness. Silver Lake was bigger than expected. All things considered, imho - good value." - "We enjoyed how quiet it was." - "We really enjoyed our time at this house. The area is peaceful and lake is pretty. The house is nice, comfortable and cozy with everything we needed. Communication with the owners was easy and they are very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!!"

Our shouse is located just outside of Emmetsburg. It is a central hub for a number of activities. Acres of public hunting surround our property and provide will hours of enjoyment watching the animals in the adjoining 1,000 (+) acres public land. Our herd of miniature Highland cows will also provide entertainment while you relax under the covered porch or in the hot tub.

- "Such a great stay! Three bedrooms with king size beds was awesome for our group, there were toys for the kids (age 2 and 3), kitchen had everything you might need and more! The hosts went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Oh yeah, and the cows… so cute!" - "Place was amazing. Host made it so relaxing for you the highland cows were very entertaining. They made my 25 year old daughters night by letting her feed the calf she loves her animals. 😀"

Relax with the business associates or the whole family at this peaceful, centrally located home-away-from-home. A modern and beautifully designed home convenient to downtown, Five Island Lake, several parks and the Wild Rose Casino.

Emmetsburg is centrally located and is convenient to the several area lakes, hunting areas, The West Bend Grotto, various wineries, other attractions and Day Trips.

The entire private home is yours to enjoy. Washer, dryer and private office. Three upstairs bedrooms with 4 beds (2 Queen Rooms and 1 Room with 2 Twin beds). Sleeps 6 plus air mattress and sofa.
Two full baths; One on the 2nd floor and one on the 1st floor, which is handicap accessible.

Walk to restaurants, bars, supermarket, Five Island Lake and more.

More About The Space:
Fully remodeled and furnished 3 bedroom home. Separate kitchen, large pantry, dining room, living room, sun room, office, super clean and comfortable.

Large backyard for relaxing in the beautiful Iowa weather with access to an Outdoor gas grill, firepit and lawn chairs. (provide own firewood) .

Other things to note:
Casey's General Store & Hometown Movie Theatre is within walking distance. Wild Rose Casino, several restaurants, stores and grocers are all close.

- "This home was very comfortable. Nicely decorated and clean! The amenities were numerous! Detergents, body washes, shampoos, lotions, condiments in the fridge and pantry…A very generous host. I would stay there many times over." - "The Bluebird house description was true to form. The house was extremely clean and comfortable. Our attentive hosts thought of every last detail...down to providing high end toiletries, laundry detergent and extra toothpaste if needed. The kitchen is extremely well stocked for cooking and baking. The beds are comfy and linens super soft. The living space was perfect for our family. It’s a very short walk to the quaint downtown Emmetsburg, disk golf park, and beautiful lake park. This house is definitely a “must stay” if you are looking to feel right at home while away from home."

Enjoy sunrises and sunsets on 5 Island Lake! Fun for all ages!
5 minutes from the town of Emmetsburg! Try your luck at the Wild Rose Casino, golf at the public course, or dinner with lake views at The Shores.

Seasonal dock included for boats! 1/2 mile from the boat landing.
Bundle up in the winter and walk out to the ice for winter activities!

- "House was more spacious than expected. Great fishing off the dock." - "We had a great time staying at this rental property! The house is perfectly appointed with beach towels and kitchen items to make the stay perfect for a family." - "Responsive host. Would stay again. Thanks!" - "Perfect house to accommodate our family while visiting Grandma in Emmetsburg. Very spacious in the inside!" - "Great place for my family. We enjoyed the lake view and kids loved the playground along with the kids toys in the house. Had a wonderful stay."

Welcome to Back 40s cabin. The cabin was just built the summer of 2022. We are located in Northwest Iowa. The cabin is 1600 square foot with a heated 1200 square foot attached garage. Pets are welcome in the garage. We have a few kennels you are welcome to use. The cabin sleeps 8, with 2 full size beds in 2 bedrooms and a queen size bed in the third bedroom. There are 2 full size bathrooms along with a full laundry room. The cabin will be nice and cozy on those cold days with in floor heat throughout the entire cabin and garage. The hunting dogs will love it after a long hunt. Guests will not have to worry about pets being able to get aired out. You will also not have to worry about your pets safety, as they have their own space in the garage.

There is a gas grill available for your use. There is also a chest freezer to utilize for your game. We are ¼ mile from the road. Pets are welcome to run the yard and use the ponds to swim but no hunting is allowed on the property.

We feel the Back 40s cabin is in one of the best locations in Iowa for hunting, boating, and fishing. For the hunters, there is thousands of acres of public hunting just steps from the cabin. The cabin itself sits on the north end of Trumble lake. We have 3500 foot of lake shore and the duck hunters are welcome to park the boat along the shore for an early start without having to put a boat in the first thing in the morning. The cabin is just minutes from Barringer slough, Dan Green Slough, and Dewey's pasture water fowl production area. All the places carry high numbers of ducks, geese, deer, and pheasants. In the future we may have an option for a guide on pheasant hunting. We will have some great Wirehairs for you to watch and enjoy a hunt. For the fisherman and boaters, we are 5 miles from Lost Island lake, 20 miles to Okoboji and Big Spirt.

- "These owners are the BEST! They want you to communicate with them and they are very understanding! Pat came out after we lost some power and fixed it immediately! He also spoke about great places to fish which is what we were interested in! Very knowledgeable of the area and wants you to enjoy your stay! LOVED IT! All my kids cannot stop talking about how awesome the cabin and the land is! Planning our next visit soon!" - "Stayed here with some friends as a summer trip. The accommodations were awesome and its a quick cab ride away from Okabojee!"

Relaxing Lakeview Getaway on Lost Island Lake

Unwind at this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat with breathtaking views of Lost Island Lake. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, our home is just steps away from a boat ramp and surrounded by thousands of acres of public hunting land.

Inside, you’ll find cozy accommodations, including two pull-out couches for extra sleeping space. While pets aren’t allowed in the main living areas, they’re welcome in the entryway or garage.

Enjoy your morning coffee on the front patio overlooking the lake or retreat to the large, secluded rear patio for peaceful evenings. A restaurant is conveniently located just 100 yards away, and Lost Island Lake offers fantastic fishing opportunities for anglers of all levels.

Whether you’re here for outdoor adventures or a relaxing escape, this is the perfect home base for your next getaway!

Balcony/Terrace • Security/Safety • Sports/Activities • Tv • Child Friendly • Fireplace/Heating • Entertainment • Bedding/Linens • Pet Friendly • Other • Kitchen • Laundry

This is our home, it is located on an acreage near Lost Island Lake and is a half hour from Okoboji. You have privacy, yet 1/4 mile from the lake. Lots of wildlife, great fishing and hunting. Near Barringer Slough. Outside space has a patio and fire pit.This is a country home with great views. We are a dog friendly place.

- "Great" - "We had a great time here. It was exactly what we wanted, a nice place, that we could have a fire at night, and sit out under the stars! We didn't enjoy the lake, that is literally right across the street, but the access to it was perfect. There's always next time! Melissa was a great host, and great with communication. No surprised for us! Will definitely be back!" - "Very nice stay. Thanks for everything. Would stay again if we were in the area. Worked very good for our family group."

Formerly the honeymoon suite of an historic bnb hosting dignitaries from around the world. Super clean, jacuzzi, shower, fridge and microwave. King sized memory foam mattress. Half block from Harrison Park, 1 block from several restaurants, 3 blocks from Five Island lake. Enjoy historic downtown Emmetsburg and surrounding communities including world famous Grotto of Redemption in West Bend, Iowa. Snacks and Bubbler water provided free for our guests.

- "Clean, comfortable, charming." - "Nice cozy room. Bed was very comfortable." - "Simple, quiet & comfortable space." - "It was a wonderful place to stay! Perfect for a quiet relaxing weekend away. We found a wonderful Pizza Place and coffee shop. Everyone was so very kind! Thank you so much!" - "This cozy area was tight but comfortable enough to really relax and enjoy the few days we had. Our backs also didn't hurt after sleeping on the bed so that's fantastic and hard to find when I travel by hotel. Overall great experience, would just upgrade the tv and sound from it."

A couple of acres for tent or camper space available. Fire pit. Onsite parking. Near Barringer Slough and Lost Island Lake. Over looking farmland and the lake. Half hour from Okoboji. Near Lost Island Lake. Cafe down the road. Nice peaceful evenings. Bar/cafe in town and best ice cream around. Perfect for a hunters getaway. Pets are welcome. Port a potty onsite.

- "Renter was very friendly and accommodating. A nice quiet place to stay with a lot of public hunting land conveniently close." - "Had a good stay and enjoyed our visit" - "Really enjoyed our stay. Great location with short drive to town and good food just a short walk at the Corner Cafe." - "The owner is very accommodating. Great location. Good privacy and quiet. "

This small cabin comes equipped with Wi-Fi, Hulu, mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Has heat and AC. Located near Barringer Slough and Lost Island Lake. Port a pot, grill and fire pit access. Enjoy the amazing sunsets! Shared pool patio area.

- "The shed made a great getaway for us and our dog while visiting Lost Island Lake for a family reunion." - "Was great!" - "Good"

Located on Lost Island Lake in Clay County, a beautiful rustic lakeside home. Includes a 2440 square foot deck that may be shared with the attached also rentable suite. 20 minutes from Emmetsburg & Spencer & 35 minutes from Okoboji.
Our fun property offers activities including grilling, fire pit for bon-fires, cornhole, fishing, swimming. Also offers a relaxing indoor experience & comfortable outdoor furniture for lounging for those looking for a relaxing escape.

- "The property was in the perfect location to enjoy the lake. It was vibrant and we enjoyed the 4th of July festivities. The property’s deck and dock needed to be clean thoroughly because there was tons of spiderwebs and my kids did not enjoy being on the dock too long. Other than the outside needing some power washing the rest of the house was fine and had all the amenities needed for our family. Thank you and will definitely stay again. "

《Oriental Oasis》- fun entertainment, relaxation, privacy, and so peaceful. Special for 5☆ reasons!

☆Movie theater: a big screen with 3D surround sound.

☆Karaoke (KTV): popular in Japanese/Chinese culture, microphones with music and lyrics.

☆Custom doll museum: tell us what you are celebrating and choose a style (we have American girl dolls, hello kitty, Winnie-the-Pooh etc.)

☆Game table 4 in 1: choose pool, ping pong, air hockey, or fusball.

☆Small gym: exercise bike, weights, etc.
The space
This space has been decorated in Oriental Oasis style.
It has been designed to reflect beautiful aspects of the Asian cultures, specifically drawing inspiration from places like Taiwan, Mainland China, and Japan.
We pride our home on being a clean and warm, welcoming environment.
Located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood. Free wifi is included.
Let us know in advance if you would like us to include a twin mattress for you at no additional charge :)
Guest access
Guests are able to access the entire downstairs floor as well as the backyard which includes a swingset.

- "Our first with Vrbo, took some learning. Would like photos of inside of property & detailed description before renting. Will try Vrbo again."

Morning Sunrises from the great room, lower level great room, deck, paver patio by the lake or the dock; you choose! 1 beautiful Master Bedroom with Master bath and oversized tub and separate shower. 5 other bedrooms to choose from with 2 queen beds, 1 king, 1 bunk bed and 1 day bed. Nestled close enough to the rural town of Emmetsburg that everything you need from town is close, yet your far enough away that you will feel like you have the lake to yourself. Multiple boat launches within a couple of miles with a lake that is big enough for sports, fishing or a nice kayak around the area. No worries about congestion on the lake. Bike Trails around. Lake is approximately 1000 acres. If you are looking for open lake fishing or ice fishing you can choose from the lake your staying on or any of the other lakes close such as Lost Island, Spirit Lake and Okoboji. Plenty of exterior hang outs from the large landscaped area and the full size deck and patio. G

- "We loved your home! It was perfect for our crew while baling corn stalks. It was very nice and quiet neighborhood and close to town! The home was not as clean as we expected property is listed as pet free but we found dog hair very much in the main area and master bedroom. We did a lot of cleaning. Beautiful veiws of sunrises over the water. We would definitely stay again! Thanks for letting us use your home!"

Stepping into this house is taking a step back in time. The furnishings are also from years ago. Three different outdoor setting areas. The entire house is surrounded with flowers. Perfect place to go to relax and unwind in a charming small rural town.

Laundry • Security/Safety • Air Conditioner • Child Friendly

Loft 1 is fully furnished. Top to bottom!
Details:
-Two bedroom (Queens)
-New construction
-New appliances
-Laundry in unit
-Large kitchen with beautiful dining room table and six chairs
-Fire place with electric insert
-Include six 11.5 foot windows
-4 blocks from Five Island Lake

Located downtown Emmetsburg, IA.

Message: 712-298-2444

Wellness Facilities • Kitchen • Bedding/Linens • Pet Friendly • Tv • Internet • Hot Tub • Air Conditioner • Other • Accessibility • Laundry • Fireplace/Heating

Located on Lost Island Lake in Clay County, a beautiful rustic lakeside suite. Includes a 2440 square foot deck that may be shared with the attached also rentable home. 20 minutes from Emmetsburg & Spencer & 35 minutes from Okoboji.
Our fun property offers activities including grilling, fire pit for bon-fires, cornhole, fishing, swimming. Also offers a relaxing indoor experience & comfortable outdoor furniture for lounging for those looking for a relaxing escape.

Balcony/Terrace • Ocean View • Bedding/Linens • Air Conditioner • Wellness Facilities • Fireplace/Heating • Kitchen • View • Laundry • Security/Safety • Other • Tv

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis just a short walk from the lake, park, and campground.

Kitchen and dining • Wifi • Heating and cooling • Washer • TV • Internet and office • BBQ grill • Outdoor • Bedroom and laundry • Air conditioning

Welcome to the Bluebird House. Fly in for a day, a week or longer!

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful, centrally located home-away-from-home. A modern and beautifully designed home convenient to downtown, Five Island Lake, several area attractions and day-trips. The entire private home is yours to enjoy. Washer, dryer and private office.

Three upstairs bedrooms with 4 beds and two full baths; 1 of which is handicap accessible.

Walk to restaurants, bars, supermarket, and more.

The space
Fully remodeled and furnished 3 bedroom home.. super clean and comfortable. Centrally located, convenient to the area lakes, wineries casino and other attractions.

Private office, outdoor entertainment with fire pit, lawn chairs and large grill available on site and accessible for guest use as desired. Dining Table inside has 6 chairs with additional 4 folding chairs available for expanded groups.

Guest access
This is a full house rental

Other things to note
Casey's General Store is within walking distance and several other stores and grocers are close. The Wild Rose Casino and several restaurants are all close by.

Shower gel • Conditioner • Cleaning products • Shampoo • Body soap • Hair dryer • Bathroom • Hot water • Bedroom and laundry • Bathtub

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Three bedroom country home located 2 miles off hard surfaced road and within close proximity to popular lakes including Five Island, Lost Island and Okoboji. Close to state hunting ground.

The space
3 bedrooms, one with a king size bed, one with two queen size beds and one with a queen bed and a single bed. Large kitchen with dining table, refrigerator, stove, coffee maker, toaster oven, George Foreman, microwave, and dishwasher. Laundry room with washer and dryer also available in the home. Concrete parking available in front of garage and plenty of driveway/yard space if hauling a boat.

Guest access
Entire first and second level of home.

Room-darkening shades • Hot water • Conditioner • Clothing storage: closet • Free dryer • Bed linens • Bathtub • Cleaning products • TV • Washer

Surround yourself with style in this standout space.

Outdoor shower • Bathtub • Bed linens • Washer • Shower gel • Hair dryer • Free dryer – In unit • Shampoo • Hot water • Conditioner

Unwind just a mile from Emmetsburg on a hard-surfaced road. You’ll have a three-bedroom guesthouse and hot tub to yourself.

Take in views of our miniature Highlands and enjoy the natural beauty of surrounding public hunting ground. Stroll along our private walking path or head to the Des Moines River trail for a peaceful walk.

The guesthouse sits on the same property as our home but is positioned for privacy. Whether it's for outdoor adventure or a relaxing getaway, this is perfect.

The space
Relax in our cozy guesthouse featuring a living room with an electric fireplace and smart TV. The main floor bedroom includes a smart TV for added comfort. All three bedrooms offer spacious king-sized beds, ensuring a restful stay for everyone.

Guest access
Guests will have full, private access to the entire living area of the guesthouse (“shouse”). If you find you need additional space during your stay, feel free to reach out — we have options available in the attached shop area as well.

Other things to note
Just steps from the back door of the guesthouse, you'll have direct access to over 1,000 acres of public hunting land. The surrounding area is filled with even more hunting opportunities, and we’re happy to share additional location details with you to help plan your adventure.

Hot water • Hair dryer • Body soap • Hangers • Conditioner • Valley view • Shower gel • Essentials • Cleaning products • Shampoo