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Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Aerial view
Beach nearby
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek

Clear Creek Cabin is located in the scenic Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa.

As you walk out the doors of the secluded cabin you will find a spring-fed, one acre pond. Complete with bluegill, bass and catfish. There is also 70 feet of white sand beach. Hike 100 yards and you will find 3.2 miles of the Clear Creek trout stream. If you enjoy hiking or hunting, the cabin is adjacent to 800 acres of public hunting land.

For cyclists, The Mississippi River Trail is nearby. More fishing is also located in the Upper Iowa and Mississippi Rivers. And there are many area golf courses and snowmobile trails. Scenic beauty abounds!

And that is just the outdoors.

Clear Creek Cabin boasts 2,700 sq ft of cozy hardwood excellence. The rustic good looks of the original cabin that was built in 1873 (with another log frame addition in 1885 and a modern addition in 2000) is combined with all the modern amenities you would want.

Start your relaxing stay with a full, restful night of sleep in one of the 5 bedrooms. Choose from a king pillow top, queen, full or one of four twin XL beds or twin bunk bed. There is a plush-top futon in the balcony/den and another in an upstairs bedroom. There is even a crib for your infant.

A modern heat and air conditioning system will keep you at the right temperature as you wake up. Next you may find a hot shower or a soak in the tub is in order. Choose from one of the three full baths; one with a shower, one with a shower/tub and another with a shower/tub. Don't forget to drop your bath towel in the towel warmer so it is ready when you get out!

The smell of a hot cup of coffee or tea (or maybe even a "lumberjack" breakfast) are easily in the realm of possibilities for the full kitchen. It has all of the large and small appliances you will need during your stay. There is a full set or dishes and utensils and even a charcoal grill on the flagstone patio outside the back door.

Enjoy your meals on the porch or at the picnic table overlooking the pond or in the large dining room. With seating for 10 at the reclaimed lumber (that my Great-Grandfather milled many years ago) dining room table, there is sure to be ample space for all.

Relax in the living room with reclining seating for 10 guests. This room has a 55 inch SMART TV, DVD and VHS players, and a console with connection to all your favorites on Netflix or YouTube. You may also enjoy complimentary high speed, fiber optic Wi-Fi for your mobile devices and Wi-Fi enabled phone calls. Or you could follow the kids upstairs to play with the various toys including the 3 foot tall doll house.

This property has something for everyone. Now, go explore!

Property manager

Ryan Herman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only, 10 feet from building

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We allow pets for a fee of $75 each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 year + of age are considered paying guests

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Allowed with a $500 per day after owner agrees
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Relax Amidst Nature Clear Creek Cabin New Albin
Relax Amidst Nature Clear Creek Cabin
Relax Amidst Nature Clear Creek New Albin
Relax Amidst Nature Clear Creek
Relax Amidst Nature Clear Cre
Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek Cabin
Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek New Albin
Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek Cabin New Albin

About the area

Map
New Albin, IA

What's nearby

  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 58 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Luther College - 59 min drive - 53.7 km
  • La Crosse Center - 66 min drive - 60.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 67 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe - 75 min drive - 77.8 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knotty Pine Tavern - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wings - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fetketter Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Dugout - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Houston County Historical Society, Clear Creek Park and Mount Hosmer Park. Bluff Country Artists Gallery and Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Relax Amidst Nature On Clear Creek Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 157 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway.
It was a very nice and cozy place to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

bob b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Senior siblings getting together in a quiet, scenic, private setting. Couldn’t have been much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Cabin by the pond
Scenic, peaceful, private property with great spring fed pond. Great place for family or friends to gather and get away. Hope to go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pond Vacation!
We had great time at what we refer to as the pond cabin. It's a beautiful setting and kids and adults can find plenty to do. We fished, kayaked, had campfires, cooked and ate outside. The weather was in the 70's in August, but it didn't stop the kids from getting in the water. They spent hours building and digging in the sand. They all want to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great but Extra Planning
Let me start with the undeniably AMAZING things about this property; The scenery alone was gorgeous, including your very own secluded pond and beach area to enjoy at your leisure. The house, having been built in the 1800s, was incredibly unique, including 2 separate 2nd story areas and enough space for our large family to stay comfortably. The hiking trails were fun, fishing was great, wildlife was unbelievable and the hanging hammock chairs near the beach are now currently in my Amazon cart! As far as the actual stay, there was definitely a lot of extra planning and pre-packing of items usually included in a rental. No outdoor chairs, beach towels, laundry detergent and a desperately needed fresh dish sponge are provided. The poor lighting in the entire kitchen badly needs to be upgraded. There’s beautiful string lights on the front porch but we were unfortunately told there was no extension cord to actually plug them in….All of the kayaks/canoes disappointingly had a daily rental fee and each bundle of firewood needed to be separately purchased. Between the both relentless biting flies and mosquitos, be sure to bring bug repellent that can be sprayed around the entire area - definitely something I wish we would have brought! This property was beautiful and a wonderful place to simply be together as a family and relax whether that was sitting on the front porch rocking chairs with a hot cup of coffee or kayaking around the pond searching for turtles and other great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
2024 Family Vaca
Very well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean L., Waukesha, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd Visit to Clear Creek
This was our third stay at Clear Creek Cabin, and everything was great! This place provides lots of privacy, and is very scenic. We love the spring-fed pond, and the sandy beach is perfect for little kids of all ages. The pond is also great for paddle boarding and for teaching kids how to fish! Our family uses the large dining room and living room throughout the day, and we also grill or cook all our meals while we are there. A well-stocked kitchen provides all the dishes, glasses and cooking utensils that you would need. Ryan, our host, is always very responsive, and knowledgeable. Everyone enjoyed our time at Clear Creek, and we would not hesitate to come back again for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
This cabin is exactly as described! Our whole family loved it-perfect for a family reunion. We had space to spread out in the house and on the pond. The dining table was large enough for all 10 of us to enjoy meals together and play some games! First time for that on a vacation. Ryan was very available to help when we had a possible storm issue. Appreciate the communication! Kitchen is very well stocked. The kayaks were great-we now have some people wanting to purchase! The only suggestion we had was to change out the futons to beds when you’re able to. We plan on returning to this little piece of paradise in Iowa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Deb S., Carroll, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Family Vacation
We had 9 adults and 7 children age 7-17. The bedroom situation did not really fit our needs but made it work with sleeping on couches and air mattresses. I feel the advertising of sleeping 18 was a real stretch. We greatly enjoyed the pond for fishing-we had never seen such big fish! The area is beautiful and remote and we loved the wildlife and birds. The kitchen was well stocked. Ryan answered all questions right away and was easy to communicate with. The narrow winding stairs to two of the bedrooms was neat and historical but difficult to navigate for the 4 adults that slept in that area, especially with no bathroom upstairs. The front porch was great and we spent a lot of time there. I would recommend this property for 10 people and be sure to bring bug spray!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect secluded stay
This property is one of a kind! The pond is perfect for kids to play and fish. Wonderful view while drinking coffee on the porch in the mornings was a great way to start the day. A lot of wildlife to see and trout fishing close by kept everyone busy! The house is stocked with anything you might need for cooking. The owners were very easy to communicate with. If you’re looking for a very quiet, secluded vacation this is the place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ronda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
outside
The cleanliness of the cabin was great, The outside area looks to need some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wow Weekend
We Loved our family get together at Clear Creek Cabin. The grounds were beautiful all nestled in the hills. Oppertunities to hike and explore. Evenings by a campfire and sharing family time and playing outdoor games. Inside the home was large and beautiful with the original cabin connected to a newer build. We spent many hours at the large table eating meals and playing board games. Enough bedrooms and space along with 3 bathrooms to make us all comfortable. The kitchen was nicely stocked with all the supplies we needed. We had a mild winter to enjoy this location and would stay here again. The owners were wonderful with their comunication and to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H., St. Paul MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat
Lovely property tucked in a quiet valley. We had a beautiful fall weekend at this cabin with friends. The cabin is large and was very accommodating. It is also well supplied and equipped. Ryan is great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Donna C.

Driftless
Frig needed cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyubov M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect time
We had a wonderful time with my husband and our children, though not everyone was able to make it but it was beautiful and a lot of things to do !! Great for getting away from reality and spending time with loved ones!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P., Bristol Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and relaxing
Three generations together to fish and swim. The pond was delightful for the grandkids. We all had so much fun. Cabin is large but cozy. We highly recommend! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
It was very nice and a great getaway that was secluded and perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirstyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property!
We brought our extended family here as a gift to my in-laws, and it did not disappoint. There was more than enough room for 14 people, and having three nice bathrooms was great. This place is remote enough to truly get away from it all but close enough to towns to do things (like shop or tube the river).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
The log cabin and number of beds are attractive. The serene nature of the pond with a sugar sand beach is the greatest attraction. Swimming, paddle boat, fishing are all part of the great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
From booking through the end of the trip, we had great communication with our host. The kids enjoyed the water, whether swimming, fishing, or kayaking. The adults relaxed and took advantage of the nearby trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clear creek cabin
Beautiful scenery,clean clear water,comfortable living spaces,quiet and peaceful. Very relaxing time. I’m sure we’ll be back 💕
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S., Coal Valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Fun Retreat
A serene setting where all age groups can enjoy their stay with various activities to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th wedding anniversary family get away
Amazing place to get away...unplug and enjoy family!! The scenery of this secluded slice of heaven is like no other! Would highly recommend this to anybody and we hope to return! Thank you Ryan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Something perfect for everyone!
This was the perfect getaway for our extended family to go to and focus on each other. The pond was stocked with fish for everyone to catch. There were beautiful trails to walk on and soak in the beauty and quiet of the surroundings. We played the board games together and just enjoyed each other instead of social media or our regular distracted days back at home. There was plenty of room for our 18 guests to stay. We cooked every meal and had campfires every night. I only wish we would have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023