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Enjoy Some Much Needed Peace And Quiet At This Charming Iowa Lakeside Cabin

Published Feb 2, 2024

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Raymond Goldfield

There are few spots in Iowa more beautiful than Lake MacBride, found in one of Iowa's largest state parks and located not far from the Iowa City metro area. It's one of Iowa's top vacation destinations every year - which means that come summer, the hotels in the area can be packed and the campgrounds quickly follow! So what to do if you're coming into the area with a big group? Simple - book a stay at the best vacation home rental near Lake MacBride, a massive lakeside cabin filled with rustic decor and just about everything you and your family or friends group could need for an extended getaway. We think it's one of the best places to stay in Iowa, and this vacation rental is the kind of place that doesn't just feel like a vacation home - it starts to feel like home.

This massive cabin on the shores of Lake MacBride is more like a mansion, and it's just as impressive on the inside.

A cozy, modern house with large windows, surrounded by greenery, illuminated at dusk.
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The entire place has a wonderful rustic feel, almost like it's right out of the old west - but it has all the modern amenities including wireless internet.

Cozy wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living space featuring a stone fireplace and rustic decor.
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A full kitchen is perfect if you're cooking for a large group or frying up the catch of the day.

Cozy kitchen with wooden beams, modern appliances, and a central island, featuring warm, rustic decor.
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There are three bedrooms in the house, as well as four futons scattered around the place. In total, it sleeps fifteen people.

Cozy bedroom with a wooden interior, featuring a double bed, a dresser, and a window with curtains.
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It's very close to the lake - so close that you can see it out of many windows.

A serene view of a lake surrounded by bare trees under a clear sky.
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You can take in the amazing views from your own porch seats...

Cozy interior of a wooden cabin featuring a sofa, dining table, and large windows with greenery outside.
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Or just walk a few minutes and find one of Iowa's most beautiful lakeside beaches right next door!

A sandy beach with people swimming and relaxing by the water under a partly cloudy sky.
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Have you stayed at this massive vacation home rental near Lake MacBride in Iowa? Let us know all about your vacation in the comments section! You can book your own lakeside getaway at the VRBO listing of this Lake MacBride cabin, and find out more about the huge state park surrounding this cabin in our past coverage of Lake MacBride State Park. And if this is the start of many adventures exploring Iowa for you, make sure to check out our list of the best places to stay in Iowa.

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