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Lake Red Rock Cottage Retreat

Lake Red Rock Cottage Retreat

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Golf
Kitchen, family room, and dining table (expandable to a 14 seated table).
Family room.
Kitchen to front door.
Kitchen.

Overview of Lake Red Rock Cottage Retreat

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Pella, IA
  • Popular LocationLake Red Rock4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBos Landen Golf Club11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCentral College14 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Red Rock Cottage Retreat

Over 2,700 total square feet of finish on 1.35 acres that sits right on the lake includes: six bedrooms, two large living rooms (one on each floor), open kitchen, oversized kitchen table that can accommodate up to 14 people, three additional island countertop sits, 17' x 16' deck and patio underneath overlooking the lake with outside seating and grill, private beach, sandbox overlooking the beach, firepit area, and adjacent to 10+ acre tree reserve. We have some fun stuff in the house and garage that's all yours to use: board games, yard games, two TVs, two canoes, life jackets, three adult bikes and three kid bikes, one adult fishing pole and two kids, some kids toys (garage and in the sandbox toy chest) and campfire skewers.
This home was built for our family to host our kids and their families in the future.
The backyard backs up to Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest. We are just around the corner from the marina (but can't hear it).
Enjoy wildlife right outside your door (deer, turkeys, bald eagle's nest a stones throw to the south along the coastline with over 30 bald eagles that come during the winter, foxes, and much more).
Items around the area to do and see:
Pella's town square for local stores and food (Jaarsma Bakery is a must)
North Overlook Park and Beach
Vermeet Mill & Historical Village (https://www.pellahistorical.org) better than you think and awesome for kids!
New and improved 12.5 miles Volksweg Trail (just down the block from the house) for biking/walking/jogging
Plenty of parks with playgrounds (Fifield, Cordova, Robert's Creek West, )
Disc golf at Robert's Creek
Central College
Thursday night in Pella (https://www.facebook.com/thursdaysinpella)
Tulip Time (early May)
Knoxville Sprint Car Raceway (all throughout the summer)
Lake Red Rock Balloon Fest (early July),

Property manager

Brandon Johnson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Perfect for young and old kids!

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Not allowed inside but 1+ acre for them outside.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. Please leave your sandals/shoes off at the door, even though we have hardwood floors.
2. There is a small trash behind the garage. If you have more trash feel free to leave it on the deck/garage floor and we'll take care of it!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Pella

Located in Pella, this cottage is on the beach. Bos Landen Golf Club and Peace Tree Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Elk Rock State Park and Lake Red Rock. Traveling with kids? Consider National Sprint Car Hall of Fame, or check out an event or a game at Knoxville Raceway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Pella, IA

What's nearby

  • Lake Red Rock - 4 min drive
  • Bos Landen Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House - 12 min drive
  • Central College - 14 min drive
  • Knoxville Raceway - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • The Cellar Peanut Pub - 11 min drive
  • Butcher's Brewhuis - 11 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Summer Reunion
We had family from Nebraska and Illinois meet midway for some quality family time with babies up to grandparents. Great house to accommodate all our needs! We cooked, ate, laughed, played cards a just hung out. Really enjoyed the town of Pella and renting a boat for a day on the lake. One thing, the walk down to the beach area is more challenging than you might expect. Not all of our family members were able to make it down there, so sharing as an FYI.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake vacation
House was clean and very spacious and a 5 minute drive to the marina. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures don't do this property justice!
We rented this property for 3 nights for a family getaway and were thrilled with the accommodations! The open concept was perfect for our family and the space is larger that it appears in the photos. The house had everything we needed and the owner was a dream to work with! We highly recommend this property for your stay in the Pella area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean!
This was one of the cleanest rentals I have ever seen. Beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house for large group.
It’s a gorgeous open floor plan house with 6 bedrooms, two large living rooms. Perfect for our extended family to gather and reconnect. Close to the beach with shallow water perfect for kids. I’d highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Johnson

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