The Artsy Tartsy Cottage at the Lake

5 bedrooms
Oven
Bathroom
5 bedrooms
5 bedrooms

About this villa rental

Located in Arnolds Park, this charming villa for $699 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. The Good Old Artsy Tartsy Bedding Summary: Guest bedroom 1: Queen bed Guest bedroom 2: 2 Twin over twin bunks (4 twin) Master bedroom: King bed and 4 twin beds Basement: 2 Single beds & 2 Single pullout chairs Location- In the heart of Arnolds Park and walkable to everything! Many know this property as "Artsy Tartsy" or "The Little Red House on Highway 71" (with the zebra stripes!). Built in 1926, this historic cottage was recently renovated and restored with the attention to local history and authenticity. This home has tons of character which is reflected throughout and is 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. - The main floor features a front solarium enclosed with wall to wall windows with two quaint seating areas. There are original maple hardwood floors throughout the first floor. Tastefully decorated with treasures sourced from local shops and local artists. - The main living room features a large and comfortable seating area with custom leather sectional, adjoining harvest table (seats 8) and is flanked on one side by a gas fireplace and on the other by a leaded crystal chandelier. - There is a full kitchen equipped with modern stainless appliances, gas range, dishwasher, and century old butcher block. The kitchen is properly equipped to meet cooking and food preparation needs for a long weekend or week. - There is a queen bedroom on the first floor adjacent to the first floor tiled bathroom/shower. - The back entry features all glass with original stonework and is an excellent drop zone after a long day on the lake. - This opens to a courtyard patio, equipped with a Weber gas grill, and a Weber charcoal kettle grill. - The second floor features an efficient bunk room which sleeps four. A few steps up is the master bedroom which features a king bed and two sleeping nooks with 4 twin beds. The center wing of the master features a kids sitting and game area with TV and seating. - The basement features a smaller family room with TV and two single chairs, which pullout into single beds. There is one bedroom, which features two single beds and ample closet space. There is a full bathroom / shower, fully tiled in white with black accents. Other features of this property: - Washer / dryer; - 2nd fridge / freezer in the basement; - 65" TV in main living room; SONOS soundbar; WiFi; - The main house has two outdoor seating areas, one with grills and both peekaboo views of the lake; - 7 dedicated on-site parking spots (could accommodate parking of trailered boat); - White noise machines in each bedroom; - Tuft and needle mattress with alternative down comforters; Back House: There is an adjacent backhouse to this property that sleeps four. The property has a queen murphy bed with a Tuft and Needle mattress and a queen pull out bed. This backhouse also features a full kitchen, bath, and washer and dryer. There is climate control and television with cable and internet. There are two smaller outdoor seating areas for the backhouse. This backhouse rents separately. If you add on this property with the house it will accommodate 20 total. PROPERTIES ARE BOOKED SEPARATELY. MAIN HOUSE RESERVATION DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY INCLUDE THE BACKHOUSE. Location, Location, Location: - 530 steps to the Ritz; (We know these steps will not be straight on the way back from the Ritz) - 530 steps to boat rental; - 290 steps to Smiles with Miles; - 70 steps to the Coffee Kup Kafe; - 900 steps Mau Marina and The Okoboji Store; - 550 steps to public beach; - 50 steps to Boji Spudz (donut shop); - 950 steps to Arnold's Park; - 550 steps to the emporium; - 200 steps to the Boondocks (small convenience store / gas station / Jimmy Johns, across the street) - 10 steps to the Arnolds Park Police Department and City Hall ;-) - Sorry, going to have to drive to the Taco House (a few miles). We can't wait to host you and for you to experience Okoboji at "The Good Old Artsy Tartsy"! This property is professional hosted by Okoboji Vacation Company. Managing vacation properties in the Iowa Great Lakes for over ten years. You can be assured when staying in an O.V.C. property your linens will be clean, the property sanitized and stocked for your basic needs. linen, toiletries, propane replacement are also included in our concierge services included in the posted cleaning fee. We host over fifty properties in the lakes area and are locally owned and operated. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host; think again! Cheers to your next Okoboji adventure with Okoboji Vacation Company; we can’t wait to get you “on Okoboji time”! - 530 steps to the Ritz; (We know these steps will not be straight on the way back from the Ritz) - 530 steps to boat rental; - 290 steps to Smiles with Miles; - 70 steps to the Coffee Kup Kafe; - 900 steps Mau Marina and The Okoboji Store; - 550 steps to public beach; - 50 steps to Boji Spudz (donut shop); - 950 steps to Arnold's Park; - 550 steps to the emporium; - 200 steps to the Boondocks (small convenience store / gas station / Jimmy Johns, across the street) - 10 steps to the Arnolds Park Police Department and City Hall ;-) - Sorry, going to have to drive to the Taco House (a few miles). Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Map of Arnolds Park, IA

Reviews

4.4/5.0
Excellent(8 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2023
This place was perfect for our group! Everything was so well thought out by the owner. It’s in a perfect location that is central to everything. Would definitely recommend staying here if you can!
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jul 2023
Property had damage when we arrived. Broken kind on hand rail going upstairs. Bedroom lift door was hard to close (needs to be cut shorter so it does not rub on carpet). Found a 9mm unspent bullet in grandkids room.
5.0
Jul 2023
My family and I had a great stay!
5.0
Jun 2023
The house was clean and well stocked. The location is perfect.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Aug 2022
Cleanliness was not up to par, foundation of the home appears to be shifting which resulted in the basement doors not closing, basement bathroom nearly flooded, leftover garbage remained from previous guests. The location was great and near downtown bars!
4.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2022
Great location and very comfortable environment. Everyone had a memorable time in Okoboji!
5.0
Jul 2022
Summer stay
Summer stay
We had a party of 14 and absolutely loved our stay. The house was stocked with so many items! Coffee, hair products, pots and pans, etc. etc. which made our stay less stressful. We cooked a lot at the home at restaurants in Okoboji tend to have a long wait and food isn’t the best. The location is so close to everything. Walking and driving. We loved all the nooks and outdoor area to have coffee or read. We can’t wait to book another stay at this house! Thank you!
5.0
Jul 2022
Perfect place for any occasion
Perfect place for any occasion
Very efficient and clean.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Arnolds Park?

The average price for a rental in Arnolds Park is $324 per night. This rental is $375 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Artsy Tartsy Cottage at the Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Artsy Tartsy Cottage at the Lake pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Artsy Tartsy Cottage at the Lake?

We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and kitchen / kitchenette.

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