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Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA

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Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA

Clear Lake is waiting for you at this one bedroom cottage. This cool retreat features a cozy three season porch with 2 bunk beds, perfect for a wonderful getaway. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine, WiFi, and AC during your stay. The bedroom boasts a comfortable queen bed, and the bathroom includes a refreshing shower. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
IA, Clear Lake

What's nearby

  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clear Lake Fire Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • City Beach Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Country Club Hights Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Surf Ballroom and Museum, Clear Lake Fire Museum, and City Beach Park. Central Gardens of North Iowa and Country Club Hights Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Swan Dive, A Historic Cottage in Clear Lake, IA Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easily a 5-star must stay place! A cozy home in the most convenient location, especially if the Surf Ballroom is on your list to visit. Immaculate! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place for some R&R. It was a quiet neighborhood and walking distance to downtown Clear Lake. We would definitely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly J.

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

Cute cottage

We weren't there much but it has a great atmosphere with antique decor and lake vibes. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Anniversary get-away

Great little spot to explore Clear Lake from. Our hosts were excellent and timely at answering questions!Note--short or balance challenged people would have difficulty using the microwave. It's very high!. My 6' husband could do it, but it would have been dangerous for me (with my balance issues, and only 5'2".)But we loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

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

Swan Dive did NOT disappoint!

Amelia has thought of every detail. The cottage is beautiful, yard impeccably landscaped. Includes all the little things you miss from home, fan next to the bed, extra towels, grill, cookbooks, so many little touches included you don’t always have with a VRBO property! She allowed us to check in early, as we were coming for a wedding in town & needed to get ready. Communicated when needed. Will most definitely stay again when we’re in Clear Lake. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025