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3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

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Clear Lake, IA
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • City Beach Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

This house is in the heart of downtown Clear Lake where you can meet most of your needs with a short walk. Spend time in the large back yard, in the gazebo, and feel free to park your car in the garage.
This newly updated home has a long driveway for parking. There are two bedrooms, both queens, and a queen sofa sleeper in the family room to comfortably sleep 6. Washer and dryer provided and free to use. Shower and bath, perfect for kiddos after a long day at the beach.
Our customers tell us they enjoy this vacation home's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Surf Ballroom and Museum. Laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Surf Ballroom and Museum and 9 minutes by foot from Clear Lake Fire Museum
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

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 complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

3rd Surf 2 Blocks Lake 1 Block Legendary Surf Ballroom House
3rd Surf 2 Blocks Lake 1 Block Legendary Surf Ballroom

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was super clean and incredibly maintained. Check in process was very easy and the location was excellent! Highly recommend for anyone staying in the Clear Lake Iowa area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location very clean and spacious house. Well equipped with extra towels, pillows and full kitchen. Access to the garage was great for us too. Molly and Brad were quick to respond to any messages. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home both inside and out. They thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. This includes games for the family, DVD’s and essentials you may have forgotten to bring. We spent our days at the lake and evenings out in the gazebo. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute,clean,close to uptown and beach. Had everything we needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location! This adorable little bungalow was walking distance to downtown, the Surf Ballroom, and the lake! Our grandsons were thrilled with all the toys, books and the big yard to play in. We visited the Clear Lake Farmer's Market in the Surf Ballroom's parking lot on Saturday morning and got lots of homegrown goodies to eat while we were here. Since we ate most of our meals in, our only issue was with how the kitchen was poorly stocked with pots, pans, plates, glassware and silverware. The dishes could have been better than plastic and the pots and pans have been abused and need to be replaced. The Ninja blender was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed our stay at 3rd and Surf, which was comfortable, clean and family friendly. Thanks for helping us make lots of new family memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and great location

We came to Clear Lake for a concert at the Surf. The house is very close! The host let me know about the farmer’s market in the parking lot of the Surf on Saturday mornings, so that was very convenient! The games were nice, there was a chair in the living room that we were all obsessed with, and there were a ton of extra blankets and pillows all around the house for lounging! It was a great little house and had more than enough space for our two couples. The host didn’t reach out after check-in but we didn’t have any issues, so there wasn’t a need. I messaged them after we checked out, and they promptly replied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C., Belleville

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot! This adorable home stole our hearts, and the location was spot-on. This is one of the most stocked vrbo's we've stayed at especially if you have kids. All the thoughtful extras made our stay even more special. Can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space to sit and relax

3rd & Surf was exactly what my family and I needed. We were in town for the Midstates Horse Show in Mason City and it was nice to have a place to come relax after a few days in the hot sun. There was plenty of room for my family to spread out and have their own space. Molly & Brad were very responsive to our messages. We will definitely be booking again when we come to next years horse show. Thanks again for sharing your home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little Haven

We had a very nice stay at this vrbo. The owners were wonderful and attentive. The house was clean and the bed was comfortable. We had to change our dates after the reservation was made and they were great about that as well. The only suggestion I would have would be to have some small tables next to the furniture to set drinks, plates etc. the gazebo was very special. Enjoyed the mornings in there with my coffee. It’s a special house, and we would love to stay there again. Also, it’s in a very good location in town as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginny W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clear Lake Adventure

Loved CL! Third and Surf was the perfect place for us!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Brooklyn Park

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect set-up in so many ways!

So many details that were thought of. Space was not overcrowded and well used. Felt fresh and clean! Great linens towels and bedding. We made full use of the property over Memorial Weekend. In for a family graduation party, it was close to the venue. And we hung out in the screened in porch a lot and even used the fire pit area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie Lynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Quiet neighborhood. Adorable home and cozy! Close to downtown and events. We walked to most places.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Osage

Liked: Cleanliness

Girlfriend Getaway

This property was perfect for our girls weekend! The outdoor space was lovely to enjoy the great weather, being a block from the surf for the concert was ideal and the house was well stocked for all our needs. We highly recommend the hosts and the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Was nicer than expected.Very clean and nice. Great location.Will be booking it again next year when coming to Clear Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to relax

Clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great location walking distance to the Surf and short drive anywhere else. Home was clean, had some coffee pods available and parking in a garage was a bonus especially when it was so cold. Would/will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas by the Lake 2024

Was a very nice property. Great neighborhood and kid friendly. Very close to the iconic Surf Ballroom and easily walkable distance from the shops and park uptown near city beach etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clear Lake

I grew up in CL and the previous owners of this house were members of our church and they let our family use their garden that was in their back yard. Many memories of weeding and harvesting veggies in the garden!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable and so clean!

We are a group of teachers that came to Clear Lake for Harvest Fest. This house was perfect with all laid the amenities! It is beyond clean and spacious for the six of us to sleep comfortably. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house

Very clean house, great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, clean house in great location

Our kids enjoyed playing with the toys at the house after a day at the beach, which was within walking distance. We brought our own beach towels and chairs but didn’t need to since the owners provide them. Our family had a s’mores night at the outdoor fire pit. This was our third stay at this property and we’ll be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

House was just as advertised and provided a great home base for our group as we explored this area of Iowa!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage!

Loved our getaway to Clear Lake and really enjoyed staying at Third & Surf. This cute cottage is close to the city park, beach, Main Street, and the Surf. The neighborhood is quiet and walking is very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house

We spent 2 nights here on a girls weekend and found everything as described! Location is walkabe to downtown. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024