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GRAND 1915 LAKE AVENUE ESTATE – 5 BR ARCADE AND ENTERTAINMENT HAVEN

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A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and large windows.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden beams, a large window, and a cozy seating area.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a large mirror, a staircase, and a view into another room.
A brown leather sofa with two decorative pillows, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a window with a view.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Storm Lake, IA
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harker House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Storm Lake

When you stay at this vacation home in Storm Lake, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Storm Lake and Chautauqua Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Harker House and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Living Heritage Tree Museum.

What's nearby

  • Storm Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chautauqua Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Harker House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Buena Vista University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Grand Central Coffee Station - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Hereford BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria La Juanita - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 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.

GRAND 1915 LAKE AVENUE ESTATE – 5 BR ARCADE AND ENTERTAINMENT HAVEN

Step into a perfect blend of historic grandeur and premium modern luxury at the ultimate Storm Lake retreat. Built in 1915 and meticulously updated, this stately 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom landmark offers three expansive levels of living space specifically designed to host large family vacations, university milestones, and special events. Whether you are gathering in the gourmet chef’s kitchen, challenging each other in the third-floor arcade lounge, or stepping out to enjoy the lake views, this home offers something unforgettable for every single guest. THE MAIN LEVEL: GOURMET DINING AND FIRESIDE COMFORT. The grand main floor is the heart of the home, tailored for effortlessly hosting large groups and memorable family meals. Chef’s Dream Kitchen: Be amazed by a stunning, fully stocked kitchen featuring a massive center island, double ovens, a dedicated wine fridge, and an expansive walk-in pantry. It is equipped with every culinary tool needed to prepare large family feasts. Grand Dining Options: Enjoy a formal meal in the grand dining room with seating for 10+, or step into the bright, window-lined Breakfast Porch featuring sweeping views of the lake, additional breakfast seating, a cozy sectional (with a queen pull-out bed), and a 55-inch flat-screen TV. Fireside Living Room: Unwind in the main living space on plush leather couches flanking a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. A dedicated corner table is ready for your morning coffee, a jigsaw puzzle, card games, or a quiet book. THE SECOND LEVEL: DESK / READING NOOK AND ULTIMATE KIDS' SUITE The second floor provides the perfect layout for a peaceful night's rest alongside a massive entertainment suite for the kids. Quiet Seating Area: A peaceful landing at the top of the stairs offers a dedicated work space and reading nook for some quiet time away from the action. Premium Guest Rooms: Features one grand King bedroom and two elegantly appointed Queen bedrooms. The Ultimate Kids' Bedroom: A massive suite that sleeps a crowd! Includes two sets of bunk beds, a large sofa sleeper, a small futon, dual flat-screen TVs (50-inch and 55-inch), a video game console, and air hockey table. THE THIRD LEVEL: PRIVATE SUITE AND RETRO ARCADE LOUNGE. The newly completed third floor is a private escape packed with entertainment. 5th Bedroom and Bathroom: A secluded bedroom and full bathroom offer maximum privacy and comfort. Entertainment Family Room: The ultimate hangout spot boasting a massive 85-inch flat-screen TV, classic foosball, and a retro Ms. Pac-Man arcade cabinet. OUTDOOR LIVING AND BACKYARD RECREATION Your rental includes full access to an incredible collection of outdoor amenities stored in the convenient tuck-under garage. The Patio: Features a premium gas grill, a stand-up refreshment cooler, and outdoor dining seating for 8 around a beautiful patio table. Private Firepit: End your evenings roasting s'mores under the stars next to our brand-new firepit—perfect for crisp autumn nights. Water and Yard Games: Fully equipped with water toys, yard games, and picnic tables to maximize your lakeside fun. PREMIUM CONVENIENCES AND THOUGHTFUL EXTRAS Dual Laundry Stations: Avoid the vacation laundry pile-up with two sets of washing machines and dryers located in the basement. Historic Character: Features a functioning, authentic laundry chute accessible from both the kitchen and the second level for ultimate convenience. Enhanced Privacy: Enjoy a newly installed privacy fence wrapping the side and back of the expansive yard space. THE PERFECT STORM LAKE LOCATION. You are perfectly positioned to experience the absolute best of the area. The home sits within easy walking distance to the historic downtown district, where you can explore local antique shops, an ice cream parlor, and boutique gift shops. You are also just minutes away from prime lake access for boating, fishing, and the local water park. HOST SPECIAL EVENTS AND GATHERINGS With its stately architecture and massive layout, this historic estate is an exceptional venue for special events, family reunions, and graduation celebrations. Please contact the host directly prior to booking to discuss event logistics, capacities, and custom arrangements!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a pickleball court or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please remove the sheets and pillow cases only and throw down the laundry chute. The mattress protectors and comforters are assigned to the rooms and the cleaners will take care of them.
Please take the garbage out and the large containers to the street on the side of the house on Sundays. The pick-up is Monday morning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: pack-n-play provided

Events

No events allowed
Events need to be authorized by the owner.

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
Note from host: Events need to be authorized by the owner.
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

GRAND 1915 LAKE AVENUE ESTATE – 5 BR ARCADE AND ENTERTAINMENT HAVEN Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home worked perfectly for our family gathering! There was enough space for everyone, enough bedrooms, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The young cousins enjoyed playing with the games and space to run around outside. We all enjoyed the patio and view of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a return stay for our extended family, and it did not disappoint. Everything was clean, communication was quick, and the house had something for all ages to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When you walk in, you want to explore every nook and cranny! It's a beautiful home that is immaculate inside, plenty of space for everyone to spread out and not feel on top of each other. The spacious kitchen was great for our family meals, and very close to the BVU campus and downtown area. This is truly a diamond in the rough and will absolutely stay here again!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This elegant house was one I had driven by many times when I was growing up in the area and had always wanted to see what it was like on the inside. It met my expectations with much of the original woodwork, windows, doors and layout but a nicely remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Everybody, especially the kids, really enjoyed the many board games available. Everything we needed plus more was provided.The only issue we had was a delay in receiving the entry door access code which may have been a Vrbo glitch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was excellent for a large gathering place for our family coming into Storm Lake for graduation. There were several "gathering areas" within the home for adults, teenagers, and younger children that provided us a nice relaxing weekend. We used the grill and enjoyed the patio. The walking trail along the lake was a half block away and was a great way to get the younger kids to some playground equipment as well as enjoy the breeze off the lake. We were amazed at the well equipped Kitchen which provided a nice gathering area for a large meal. Thanks for stay and we look forward to renting again when the family need arises!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious home for our family, while in town for a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. This house did not disappoint with all its space and amenities. So close to the lake and downtown. Great family vacation spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This home is perfect for our family Christmas, we have used it 2 years in a row and this year was just as wonderful as last. They decorate for it even though our Christmas is usually in Jan. or Feb. which means a lot to our children. Home is clean and well cared for. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home, beautiful, clean, plenty of room. large TV’s in every Bedroom, sunroom, and extra large TV on the 3rd Floor. House is so large you may want to carry your phone with you so can text your other guest just in case you cannot locate them. Ample parking in the drive. Would love to stay there again and again. Host was great. He stayed there a week and we started feeling like that house with our own home and we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great home, well decorated. Enjoyed a family weekend for a family wedding. Great memories made with all. Comunicarion with host was prompt and freindly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

This property was perfect for our group of friends and kids! Plenty of room to spread out and plenty of toys for the kids to play with! Will definitely be staying here again when we are in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay and host was excellent to respond
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend - location is fantastic, so many different comfortable areas in the home to relax, visit, play board games and watch football! Everyone can be happy doing their thing! Kitchen was wonderful, well stocked with everything you need! Host was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect spot in Storm Lake!!

The property is amazing and absolutely beautiful. We stayed here with family for a family reunion and I couldn't have been more pleased with it. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Iowa

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

This home was the perfect stay for our family while attending a family wedding in the area. The historical aspects in the home were the extra touch that made the stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for family gatherings

This place has it all and is set up incredibly well for larger groups and people of all ages. The host was incredibly responsive and we very much enjoyed our stay. Hope to book again for future family get together!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good except no soap or shower gel in any of the showers. Excellent stay otherwise. Towels are very nice quality. Perfect for a friends or family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September stay

Good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Huge house!

Great, beautiful house, perfect for our officer retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lodging for our needs

We had some friends and relatives in the area stop in to say hi and everyone was amazed how nice it was. Perfect location, everything we needed was easy to find. Thank you so much for opening your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

Huge, beautiful home! So many rooms, so well kept, enough for lots of family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Roomy House Perfect for a Family

This house was amazing! It was large enough for our extended family, clean, had plenty to do for all ages, and was near to everywhere we wanted to go. Elizabeth was very responsive and helpful, and the accommodations couldn't have been better!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is stunning and roomy; well equipped to entertain our kids. There was adequate room for all of us to park. We had a boat, trailer, and 7 vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025