Title: Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91075300/91075230/af4b27ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91075300/91075230/7b430459.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91075300/91075230/a1232ec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91075300/91075230/b756be9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91075300/91075230/f373829f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Central to acres of public hunting and surrounded by 1,000+ acres of public land, our shouse is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Watch the wildlife roam freely while you unwind in the hot tub or enjoy quality time under the covered porch with our friendly miniature Highland cows. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6720 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! Our shouse is located just outside of Emmetsburg. It is a central hub for a number of activities. Acres of public hunting surround our property and provide will hours of enjoyment watching the animals in the adjoining 1,000 (+) acres public land. Our herd of miniature Highland cows will also provide entertainment while you relax under the covered porch or in the hot tub. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 720 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area Located in Emmetsburg, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watson Heritage Area and Bluestem Meadow Wildlife Area, while Victorian Museum on Main and Palo Alto County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Emmetsburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emmetsburg.dx183214) [View more Cabin rentals in Emmetsburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emmetsburg-Cabins.d183214-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.08290%2C-94.71278&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VhryA1sAhKxX7SjN_aS5RnDQTfE=) Emmetsburg, IA ### What's nearby - Watson Heritage Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Palo Alto County Health System - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles - Basswood County Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Five Island Lake - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles - Five Island Lake City Park - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 86 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Don Jose Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Kirby's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! located? > Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Watson Heritage Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bluestem Meadow Wildlife Area and Brown-Robins Park. Emmetsburg Public Library and Harrison Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shouse - Hot Tub - Mini Highland Cows!!! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### ScottandCarmel B. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great community hosts, great place to stay away from town but not to far if you need something! Lots of activities including walking path! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/afafa5b3-5b4a-46ae-ba39-0ca40bf8361c-1749405125584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### ScottandCarmel B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen W. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sister's weekend Lovely place to stay! We enjoyed the cows, the hot tub, and the view! Billie Jo was very attentive to anything that we asked! Thank you! ##### Karen W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie S. 23 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getaway We enjoyed the quiet environment, hot tub, and the views of land and livestock. It’s located just outside of town and within driving distance of plenty of things to do! ##### Stephanie S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason K. 9 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Northwest Iowa Hunting Trip This is a great property in the middle of prime hunting land. The house is new and the host was great. ##### Jason K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca S. 11 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway in Emmetsburg We found this hidden gem while planning for a family reunion near Emmetsburg. It was absolutely perfect for our family. The property is well-equipped and convenient to town. The host went beyond measure to ensure our stay was pleasant and we felt welcomed. I’d highly recommend staying here! ##### Rebecca S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen T. 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday getaway This was our 2nd stay this year and enjoyed our stay just as much as the first time. Amazing host and place. Will definitely be back many times! One of our favorites!!!!! Thanks a ton! ##### Colleen T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andee W. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place We had such a nice time staying here! The accommodations were great, everything was so clean, and we had everything we needed for an amazing girls weekend! The only criticism I would give was on our second night, a man let himself into the Vrbo which we thought was a little odd. Such a comfortable place to spend the weekend, would definitely recommend to others/come again! ##### Andee W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah G. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved! Such a great stay! Three bedrooms with king size beds was awesome for our group, there were toys for the kids (age 2 and 3), kitchen had everything you might need and more! The hosts went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Oh yeah, and the cows… so cute! ##### Sarah G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly A. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing and peaceful getaway The SHOUSE was beautiful and just what me and my family needed to celebrate my birthday and completion of cancer treatments. The hosts were friendly and easily accessible when needed. The highland cows were beautiful and great to watch while relaxing in the clean, spacious and relaxing hot tub. Would definitely recommend and stay again! ##### Kimberly A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna N. 21 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place!! The shouse was beautiful, really wonderful, so modern and clean, but also so comfortable. The king size beds were great. Had everything we needed. The grounds were so beautiful and the animals were really special. Our host were so gracious and friendly, and very flexible with our dogs. We loved it here and will return! ##### Anna N. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt D. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Stayed 2 nights. Nice place. Beautiful view overlooking the pasture with the cows. Didnt realize that we were in the homeplace property, but that wasnt an issue. I could see us staying again. ##### Matt D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 24 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was stocked very well with amenities! The built in fireplace was really cool and the hot tub was amazing!! The views of the countryside and the animals was relaxing and entertaining. We will definitely find a reason to come stay again!! ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie C., Lakeville 10 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything was awesome We had an amazing time relaxing, hanging out in the hot tub, petting the animals and taking walks around the property. The shouse was very clean and awesome but we didn’t want to turn on the fan in the master bedroom due to so much dust. ##### Bonnie C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha G. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Red Power Round Up We were very impressed with our stay at the shouse during Red Power Round Up. Every detail was thought of and taken care of. Our favorite part was being able to spend time helping to feed the baby calves. The property was very clean and nice with so many included amenities. We would highly recommend this property to our family and friends. ##### Samantha G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy W. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls trip Place was amazing. Host made it so relaxing for you the highland cows were very entertaining. They made my 25 year old daughters night by letting her feed the calf she loves her animals. 😀 ##### Cindy W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina F. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getaway at Highland Hideaway The family had an amazing time! The kids loved the animals and helping feed them. This place is beautiful and well stocked for anything you would want to cook. Billie Jo and family were amazing and made sure we had everything we could need. We also received some adorable and delicious cookies for everyone during checkout. We will definitely be back!! ##### Christina F. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M. 18 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Girls' Weekend Spot The Highland Hideout was the perfect spot for our girls' weekend! The Shouse was so clean and inviting. The kitchen was well-stocked for all the cooking we wanted to do, and the beds were very comfortable. The owners were so friendly and communicative; we knew exactly what to expect before we arrived and Billie Jo went out of her way to make us feel at home. We enjoyed playing games, using the hot tub, walking on the trails by the river, and feeding the calf and miniature donkey. We loved our quiet weekend in the country and would love to stay again! ##### Paul M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa S. 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spur of the moment getaway My husband and I wanted a quick weekend getaway. The Highland Hideout was exactly what we needed. Hot tub with amazing country views. “Funny farm” animals that were beyond cute to watch. Brand new amenities that enabled us to truly relax like we were at home. The Hideout is close to town so you can run in quick if you forgot something and is a short 20-40 minute drive away from all of the popular tourist sites near Spencer/Okoboji. Thanks Billie Jo & Thad, we can’t wait to come back! ##### Alyssa S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### January H. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely amazing!!! Very welcoming all around!! Quiet and relaxing, enjoyed sitting out in the evenings and enjoying the view and walks to the river. Showed the kids the animals and let them help them out! Absolutely on top of everything, never had to ask for a thing, they thought of it and took care of things before there was even a need to ask! Will definitely be back!!! ##### January H. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna M. 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely lovely! ##### Donna M. 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