Vacation rentals with lake access in Pella

Sunny Cottage: FirePit, by Prairie & Wooded Trails

This bright, cheerful two bedroom home with full service kitchen, vaulted open living area, smart Weber grill, fire pit and private backyard is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to a 14 mile paved recreation trail, nearly 1700 acres of forests, wetlands, prairies and parks to explore, local winery with dine in nights, cheese farm, museums and active art community. Guests will have easy access to the home with keyless entry. You'll find yourself rested, refreshed and reignited!

RARE Mid-Mod Home. Spacious inside-and-out.

Don't miss your chance at this unique mid-century modern home located in the heart of Des Moines where you'll be just minutes from many local restaurants, bars and area attractions. Entertain your guests with 3,600sf of open-concept mid-century living while enjoying all the amenities this house has to offer! Relish in billiards indoors or escape outdoors for yard games, grilling or an evening bonfire. This newly remodeled 4 bed, 2.5 bath property has everything you need on your next vacation.

Saylor’s Vintage Fish Cabin

Just an hour away from Des Moines, this is pure midwest heaven! This vintage fish cabin has it all….. full kitchen and bath, antenna TV, electric fireplace etc. Stocked pond with fishing gear included (no live bait) 2 paddleboards, rafts, and Baby Bass boat with motor! Beautiful serene place to escape to relax or have fun! Firepit and barbecue grill make for perfect evenings to relax and unwind! Can sleep up to 4. Note: the lofts beds are true lofts, ceiling height above mattresses is 4 ft.

Charming Garden Suite at PineRidge Rose Farm

Experience the quiet beauty of the Iowa countryside at PineRidge Roses. Whether you’re here for the high-octane excitement of the Knoxville Raceway or the Dutch charm of Pella, our suite offers a fragrant, peaceful home base. As a guest, you’re staying on a developing a flower farm. While we are still growing and building our floral dreams, you might see active farm working during the day. The reward is a fresh, hand-picked bouquet waiting in your suite to brighten every morning of your stay.

Charming Waterfront Tiny House & Sauna

The true definition of rest & relaxation, this unique tiny house is situated on a three-acre pond suitable for catch and release fishing, kayaking, or stand up paddle boarding. Bring your gear and leave your worries behind. Built with special touches and details including stained glass windows and intricate woodwork, this tiny home boasts warmth throughout. Wake up to bird songs and coffee with the sunrise. After a day of fun, take a soak in the wood-burning sauna and relax by the campfire.

Tent/RV camping site 2- large open space

Tent/RV site 2  is located on a top of hill with large open space and astonish sunset view of the lakeside. It has a fire pit with a tripod for camping food cooking, a log sitting areas around firepit and a small table. It is located on a 40 acres campsite with 3.5 private ponds for fishing and of 10-acre timber area with a couple trails for hiking. This site is perfect for tent and self contained RVs camping for individual, family, or friends gathering. The drinking water at the gate.

Beautiful Grinnell Log Cabin w/ Private pond

Beautiful "in town" Grinnell cabin that feels miles away. Spacious private Log Cabin sleeps 12. Guests can enjoy a serene atmosphere, private pond stocked with fish, fire pit, BBQ, walking and biking trails. Arbor lake right behind the cabin also has fishing and a one mile long walking path. Anyone swimming, using the lake or if there are kids under 18, a waiver must be signed upon arrival. 4 Bedrooms, 1 king bed in open basement living space,2 living rooms, and a stocked modern kitchen.

Unique "Little Italy" Apartment

Drive into the attached garage and go upstairs where you will find your very private entrance to a quiet, peaceful, and restful living. Located 1 mile from the downtown area on a street loaded with large Oak and Walnut trees. A huge back yard in which to stroll or barbecue. It is the top half of my house complete with it's own kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. My residence is the bottom half of the house. Lots of excellent restaurants nearby. Check out the "Guide to Restaurants".

Barndominium with Goats!

Escape to our cozy barndominium nestled among the rolling hills of Southern Iowa, where tranquility meets adventure! Perfect for hunters and fishermen, couples, or solo travelers, this unique getaway offers a slice of rural paradise surrounded by acres of timber and cropland. Perfect for Hunters and Fishermen! Public hunting and fishing nearby. Just down the road from Red Haw State Park and Rathbun Lake and Honey Creek Resort. Inquiry about rights. Goats and chickens nearby :)

Lakefront Retreat at Ponderosa

Welcome to your private oasis, where breathtaking panoramic views of the glistening waters and the surrounding lush landscape unfold before your eyes. Relax in the grand living areas that offer sweeping views of the lake, or gather with loved ones in the inviting outdoor spaces that beckon for memorable gatherings and unforgettable sunsets. Live the life you've always dreamed of, where every day unfolds with the beauty and serenity that only a lakefront residence can offer.

Rooster's Nest

Welcome to The Rooster’s Nest, a cozy cabin named after the metal rooster perched on a pole out front. Nestled among rolling fields with serene views of a private pond, this rustic getaway is perfect for hunters, family retreats, or a quiet fishing weekend. Inside, you’ll find a warm space with simple comforts, designed to help you unplug and unwind. Step outside to enjoy coffee on the porch, watch the sunrise over open fields, or relax by the water’s edge.

4 bedroom cottage with 2 indoor fireplaces

This newly remodeled home is the perfect relaxing getaway from the busy day-to-day life. Perfectly located on Rock Creeks no-wake lake, you'll find yourself only minutes away from Grinnell, Pella, Newton, Marshalltown, and Sully. Known for its fishing, you can also find a beautiful beach for swimming or a picnic on the west shore. Enjoy the trails and start on your 13-mile hike, bike or snowmobile around the lake or rent a boat from the Marina.