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Shauna K.
Nov 29, 2025
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Shauna K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1916 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Parking available
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Council Bluffs, IA
- Lake Manawa State ParkPlace, Lake Manawa State Park8 min walk
- Henry Doorly Zoo and AquariumPlace, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium10 min drive
- CHI Health Center OmahaPlace, CHI Health Center Omaha13 min drive
- Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)22 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Council Bluffs
When you stay at this vacation home in Council Bluffs, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Creighton University. .This vacation home is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from CHI Health Center Omaha and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Manawa State Park.
What's nearby
- Lake Manawa State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Mid-America Center - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 10 min drive - 8.4 miles
- Creighton University - 12 min drive - 12.0 miles
- CHI Health Center Omaha - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles
Getting around
- Omaha Station - 18 min drive
- Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
- Casey's - 4 min drive
- Casey's - 6 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 7 min drive
- TravelCenters of America - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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
-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
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a zoo
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Casino nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Winery tours 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,916 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
424205
Dock, Paddle, Relax at The Lake Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jynae W.
Nov 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Jynae W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025