Title: Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 home # Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake ![Property grounds - Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake (Spirit Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103941400/103941370/b45d43c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/ef20a810-14cc-49c4-9ab3-01a080125d0b-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Smart TV, table football, ping pong - Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake (Spirit Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103941400/103941370/d337d523.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, ping pong - Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake (Spirit Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103941400/103941370/119b0c60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake (Spirit Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103941400/103941370/1f454a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the shores of Big Spirit Lake, this lakeside retreat offers a tranquil haven for your multigenerational family gathering. Enjoy canoeing or kayaking on the lake, lounging in the shaded yard with tall oak trees and soft bluegrass underfoot. With five bedrooms, two lower-level bedrooms with twin over full bunk beds and plenty of natural light provide comfortable atmospheres for all ages. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142788 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £645 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake Bedding Summary -- Main Floor Primary Suite: Queen Bed Main Floor Bedroom 2: Queen Bed Main Floor Bedroom 3: Queen Bed Main Floor Living Room: Full Sofa Sleeper Lower Level Bedroom 4: Twin over Full Bunk Bed Lower Level Bedroom 5: Twin over Full Bunk Bed This beautifully appointed cottage is perched on grassy knolls that gently slope toward your private 50 feet of Big Spirit Lake shoreline! The home is lovingly designed for your multigenerational family get together! Perfect for families with small children that want to be lakefront but not on top of the shoreline. The primary suite is tucked away for solitude and has a private bathroom and entrance. Two additional bedrooms on the main floor provide comfortable and fun atmospheres. This five-bedroom home can accommodate 12 in the bedroom suites with additional sleeping space for 2 to 4 more guests on new sleeper sofas (located in the main level living room) or cots. (PLUS a Babytrend nursery center including bassinet, playpen, and changing table is tucked away in the primary suite for your littlest one!) Two more full bathrooms provide enough space for everyone. The two lower level bedrooms (with plenty of natural light) both provide a twin over full bunk bed. Family and friends will enjoy the open living room with great views of the Lake. The sun rises over the lake and your east-facing view gives you first glance at God’s glorious morning show while you enjoy fresh coffee on the patio or in the sunroom! The shoreline has lots of room for lounging by the water and a canoe and kayaks are provided for those who want to get out and experience the great expanse known as Big Spirit Lake! Tall oak trees provide a beautiful, shaded yard free from the fierce summer sun for games, picnics, horseshoes and wiggling your toes in the soft bluegrass. This home is located on the southwest side of the lake with five minute access to shopping, dining, and the lively activities of Spirit Lake, Arnolds Park, and Okoboji. When you are done enjoying the evening sounds of the lake and crackling fires around the fire pit, retreat indoors to the well-stocked game room or your bedroom with its own TV. The home provides free Wi Fi, so bring your passwords for Netflix and YouTube TV to relax after dark! This lakeside retreat blends classic charm with modern convenience and promises an unforgettable place to make cherished memories with your family and friends. Enjoy private accommodations, parking, stocked games and a second refrigerator for your beverages/extra groceries and water. The kitchen is equipped for 16 guests, and includes a Keurig single and full coffee pot, blender, crockpots, and all the pots, pans and utensils needed for you to prepare great meals. A dishwasher, washer and dryer complete the amenities for a comfortable stay. Come and spend the week --- and you’ll want to secure your spot again for the following season! Amenities: 50\` of private Big Spirit lakeshore Kayaks Canoe Private Docking System Wood Firepit Propane BBQ Grill Screened in Sunroom Smart TVs Popcorn Machine Ping Pong Table Dual Coffee Maker Gaming Table in Garage Foosball Table Cornhole There is parking space for up to 4+ vehicles in the driveway and 2 additional spaces on the side. Cancelation Policy – Okoboji Vacation has set this policy with you in mind. You are allowed to cancel your reservation up to 60 days prior to your arrival with a full refund. If you need to cancel between 59 days and 30 days you will receive a 50% refund. Within 30 days of your arrival no refunds are given. Additional terms and conditions may apply if booking through a channel. This professional managed Lake Okoboji vacation rental is brought to you by Okoboji Vacation Co., a locally owned and operated company, dedicated to bring only the best quality experience to our guests. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish & hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, face bar soap, garbage bags, dishwasher & laundry detergent. Included in your cleaning fee is the above toiletry starter pack, propane replacement, and access to our Host Store; where we offer a range of supplemental services and items including early check-in/late check-out options, hangover kits, or fresh flowers for a romantic getaway. Pack n’ play or toddler cot, package of bottled water, firewood, etc. are available for a small fee on our Host Store (email sent one week before check-in) and will be waiting in the home on your arrival. If you’re booking a property that does not have a local host...think again! Okoboji Vacation Company...let\`s get you LAKEBOUND. Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges Advanced Payment of 50% is due at the time of booking. Remaining Balance due 30 days prior to your arrival. Failure to remit final rental payment by scheduled due date may result in cancellation of your reservation. All payments are refundable prior to the cancelation due dates. To protect your rental investment, we strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, early departures, no shows, or cleaning or maintenance concerns. If present and reported, all cleaning or maintenance concerns will be corrected promptly. Service fees may apply to guests who reserve online with a third-party booking website. Third party services fees are not controlled nor collected by Okoboji Vacation Company, and as such are not reflected on reservation statements provided by Okoboji Vacation Company. A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged to the traveler if canceled between 60 days and 31 days prior to arrival. Reservations canceled within 30 days of arrival will result in no refund. A refundable security deposit of $300 may be charged on reservations. Guests will be responsible for all intentional damage to include but not limited to broken items, soiled or misplaced linens, loss of keys, theft, or failure to remove garbage from the property, or leaving the property excessively dirty. Confetti or glitter is not allowed in the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Boat - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,788 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94690300/94690262/e734d436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Okoboji Lakefront House with beautiful views - Newly remodeled Spirit Lake - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=94690262&PinnedHotelID=94690262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76704000/76703925/98f9d3a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Carlson Cabin East Lake Okoboji Spirit Lake - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=76703925&PinnedHotelID=76703925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72590000/72580300/72580291/0cb8ac71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Family Home Milford - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=72580291&PinnedHotelID=72580291&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75610000/75606700/75606634/e38469e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandy Beach Retreat | Lakefront on Big Spirit Lake Orleans - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=75606634&PinnedHotelID=75606634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 23 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 ### Rules Pets - not allowed | Smoking - not allowed Check-In begins at 4:00pm CST. Check-out time is 10:00am CST. Late Departures may be subject to charges ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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, a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 311904 ## About the area ![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%7C43.44979%2C-95.11437&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kRGhuF8m6oONnO_9w7_mpT9CGU8=) Spirit Lake, IA #### What's nearby - Templar State Recreation Area \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Marble Beach State Recreation Area \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - East Okoboji Lake \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - West Okoboji Lake \- 8 min drive \- 6.4 miles - Arnolds Park \- 18 min drive \- 8.5 miles #### Getting around - Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 94 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Godfather's Pizza - ‬5 min drive - ‪A&W - ‬5 min drive - ‪Los Lagos - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake? ### How much is parking at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake? ### What time is check-in at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake? ### What time is check-out at Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake? ### Where is Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grassy Knoll Retreat on the Big Spirit Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin L. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Check-in was seamless and everything was very well stocked and organized. ##### Kevin L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Jo M. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful time. This rental was perfect in every way. Would definitely stay here again ##### Mary Jo M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie B. 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Grassy Knoll was perfect for our family. Wonderful amenities. Perfect location. Had EVERYTHING we needed and then some. Will definitely stay again! ##### Debbie B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex R. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Was amazing. Loved the property can’t wait to stay again! ##### Alex R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce D. 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We have been doing our immediate family reunion vacation for 13 years - in a different location each year! This rental met all of our needs & worked out great! Everyone had a wonderful time! The location was good, much quieter than closer to Arnold's Park! We loved our stay here & hostess was excellent to work with - when we ended up with a couple extra grandkids! Thank you for sharing your home! ##### Joyce D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry R. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Our family of 14 had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful with plenty of room and amenities for all of us. The morning view from the deck was amazing! Everyone loved fishing off the dock, boating and kayaking. The kids and grandkids enjoyed the Maui mat, catching lightning bugs, and making s’mores by the fire pit. It’s just a 15 minute drive to Arnolds Park so we also spent a day enjoying the festivities down there. Thanks for sharing your place with us- a vacation we’ll always remember! ##### Jerry R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa H. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Definitely will stay again! The grassy knoll had everything, including ambience, tranquility, spacious, and the only thing we had to purchase was a cigar cutter, so the men could sit at the edge of the dock, reminiscing. So much to do and so little time to get it all done. The beds are comfy and the place was spotless. We enjoyed the extra little secrets of candy in the rooms and the adorable note left for us to read. huge yard that allows for mini activities. Thank you for a wonderful memorial day weekend. ##### Lisa H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madaline E. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for multiple families with kids We had a group of three families with six kids between us (ages 3-9). The layout worked very well for us with the three main bedrooms and two bunk rooms in the basement. There were lots of helpful amenities including toys, books, water shoes, and life jackets. Everything was clean and accessible for our stay. We were there over July 4 and it was a busy and exciting location with lots of people and boaters around.The only slight downside is that the lake is a bit far down a hill, so make sure to bring all your stuff down to the dock and avoid the long hike back. There is a floating pad for the kids and kayaks, which was great because there were rocks but not sandy shoreline.Would definitely stay again! Thank you! ##### Madaline E. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris L. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kris L. 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