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You’ll Have A Front Row View Of Iowa’s Lake Red Rock In These Cozy Cabins

Horn’s Ferry Hideaway offers cozy cabins near Lake Red Rock, perfect for a relaxing family getaway with nature activities.

Updated Oct 29, 2022

Written by 

Rachel Jimenez

Relax and unwind. Whether you consider the perfect vacation to be near the water, or the woods, the cozy cabins at Horn’s Ferry Hideaway are a great choice. Enjoy a getaway with the family near Iowa’s largest lake and sleep among the nature sounds of the forest at one of these Lake Red Rock cabins. Pack up the car and head out for the weekend.

Enjoy a gorgeous sight right in your front yard.

A serene river scene with a fishing rod by the shore, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
Tim DeBoer / Google Maps

With more than 15,000 acres of water, Lake Red Rock attracts all water lovers. The lake is 45 miles southeast of Des Moines, Iowa.

Yes, you can set up your own tents in the area, but why not book a cozy cabin?

A green house with a wooden deck, grill, and surrounding greenery on a gravel path.
Horn's Ferry Hideaway / Facebook

Horn's Ferry Hideaway vacation rental cabins were developed with comfort in mind.

Every cabin has a plush king-sized bed.

Cozy bedroom with wooden walls, a large bed with a star-patterned quilt, and warm lighting from bedside lamps.
Horn's Ferry Hideaway / Facebook

In this studio layout, you'll also find a sleeper sofa.

Plus, there's a fully equipped kitchen and a TV.

Cozy cabin interior featuring a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area, and a comfortable seating area.
Horn's Ferry Hideaway / Facebook

And you can relax in the cabin's extra-large Jacuzzi tub.

As you head outside, keep your eyes out. The area is prime for wildlife sightings.

A bobcat walking along a gravel path surrounded by greenery and trees.
Horn's Ferry Hideaway / Facebook

Please do not feed or approach wild animals. The nearby Lake Red Rock Visitor Center can provide you with more information about local wildlife.

The eagle has landed!

A bald eagle soaring above a river, clutching a fish in its talons. Rocky shoreline in the background.
Horn's Ferry Hideaway Website

Horn's Ferry Hideaway sits between the 38-acre wooded Gladys Bald Eagle refuge.

Adventure just outside your cabin to find Lake Red Rock.

Two people kayaking on a calm lake during sunset, one in a blue kayak and the other in an orange kayak.
Frogburner / Tripadvisor

Go swimming, fishing, boating, and more. Rent boats and paddleboards from the nearby Lake Red Rock Visitor Center.

Take in the memories with the family on this perfect relaxing getaway. Book your Lake Red Rock rentals with Horn's Ferry Hideaway today to enjoy a cozy cabin adventure along Lake Red Rock in Iowa. While there, be sure to visit the Lake Red Rock Visitor Center for more information about wildlife sightings and recreation activities in the area.

What’s your favorite place for a cozy getaway in Iowa? have you stayed at any lakeside cabins in IA? Tell us all about your experience at Lake Red Rock cabins or other cozy cabins you’ve discovered.

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