Fabulous Funky Refurbished 70's Retro Lakefront Home -

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9.9Outstanding
(200 Ratings)
The property offers a nostalgic 70s experience with well-equipped amenities, clean rooms, and enjoyable activities like kayaking, fishing, and vintage board games.
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9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(200 Ratings)

House in Iola, WI

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this house rental

“That 70’s Lake House” located on Lake Iola is available for rent to aficionados who dig retro charm, modern day conveniences, wonderful views, and a vibe that has been long since forgotten. This groovy peaceful lakefront getaway will surely provide a memorable experience. This home has been featured by the Washington Post.

Lake Iola is located near downtown Iola, WI. The lake is (210) acres of crystal clear water for recreational activities. The lake is technically a mill pond and is particularly well suited for the silent sports such as canoeing, kayaking and paddle boating. The fishing is great and the wildlife is to behold. The lake is the perfect place for a quiet day or evening of fishing or watching the sunset from the seat of your kayak. A short paddle away is downtown Iola offering a choice of dining and entertainment.

The house is light and airy with plenty of windows for cross breezes and sounds of the Northwoods. The house also has central air for the few days a year when it's needed. The original house was built in 1975, it has been modernized and blends vintage interior treatments while keeping that 70’s air about it. The open floor plan offers a cool place to chill with family, friends or your loved one.

The house features (2) bedrooms, an open concept kitchen with modern cabinetry, new appliances, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, and new cookware. There's a fab electric orange Preway fire place, vaulted gable ceiling with exposed pine beams and is tastefully furnished in the colors and styles of the day. Also included is a restored vintage console stereo and a collection of 70’s vinyl for your listening pleasure.

Breaking from the 70’s theme is a flat screen television with HDTV channels delivered by antenna and a Blu-Ray DVD player for watching your favorite 70’s shows such as Taxi and the Brady Bunch. The cupboard is stocked with family friendly DVD's, books and board games from the 70’s. Unfortunately, we hate to say it but the internet wasn’t invented in the 70’s so you’ll be forced to hang with friends and family and converse with each other.

Perfect for watching sunsets, avoiding the bugs or staying dry when it’s raining is a nicely sized three season room furnished with a double sofa, a electric Preway fireplace, hanging chair and a game table. Additionally, it wouldn’t be a 70’s house without a funky orange hand chair and an Atari Pong Arcade game.

The deck has ample room for gathering or just kicking back and relaxing. It has a patio table for outdoor dining and a full complement of vintage outdoor chairs. An orange Weber style kettle grill is located on the deck for those of you who feel so inclined to grill out. The deck offers a free and clear view across the bay to an undeveloped shoreline reminiscent of lakes father north.

A campfire ring complete with complimentary firewood is located in the back of the house and has lake views.

Guests have access to a retro (4) person paddle boat or (2) single person kayaks, plus a canoe. Life jackets are available for sizes 30 lbs. to adult. There’s a dock in case you want to tether your own boat or one of the complimentary ones. Also available for your use is a pair of vintage his and hers 70’s Huffy bicycles, perfect for cruising down town for lunch, an ice cream cone or a piece of the best pie around at the Crystal Café. During the summers there's badminton net set up lakeside.

The property is about ½ acre in size, offering views of the lake framed by trees. The property is in a developed neighborhood of generously sized lots. It’s located on a non-through street that’s one block long and is located at the end of the cul-de-sac.

Located in downtown Iola are (3) restaurants, (3) bars, an Antique Store, Pharmacy and a Bakery. Just blocks away is a Sentry Grocery, A Subway and a Dollar Store. Located the other side of downtown is the Historic Village.

Iola also offers the followings “things to do”:
• The Iola Car Show and Swap meet
• The Iola Vintage Military Show
• Iola Bump and Jump – Wisconsin Off-Road Bike Series
• Iola Historical Society Strawberry Festivals
• Golfing at the Glacier Wood Golf Course in Iola (a stone throw from the house) voted Best Municipal Golf Course in the state 2009.
• Iola Winter Carnival
• Thursday Night on Main – live entertainment downtown Iola (July and August)

Within an hour of the house one can find the following:
• Fishing on any one of the numerous lakes and streams in the areaThe Wisconsin DNR Fish Hatchery in Wild Rose
• Horseback Riding at Luwisomo Riding Stable in Wild Rose
• Crystal River Canoe Trips in Waupaca
• Mountain Biking and Wake Park at Nordic Mountain in Mt. Morris
• Clear Water Harbor in Waupaca (home of the Chief Waupaca Sternwheeler)
• Waupaca Chain Skiers – Ski Show in Waupaca
• The EAA AirVenture Museum and Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh
• Mile of Music Appleton
• Brewery Tours at Point Brewery Stevens Point or Central Water Brewery in Amherst
• Hiking or Biking on the Tomorrow River State Trail, the Ice Age Trail, the River Ridge Trail or the Wau-King Trail
• Hartman Creek State Park
• Leigh Yawking Woodson Art Museum in Wausau
• Thrasheree and National Tractor Pulls in Symco

A Visitor’s Guide is provided for additional information about the area along with house instructions for “where, what, when, and how” at the cabin.

Special Note: We invite you to enjoy the 70’s Lake House with respect for the property, and the peace and privacy of our neighbors. In order to provide the best experience for everyone we are a Smoke Free, Pet Free and No Shoe household. The cottage offers a great opportunity to reconnect with family and recharge. Catch you on the Flip-side.

Optional vacation rentals available - if this home isn't available for the timeframe you want or doesn't quite fit your needs check out our other listing - That 70's Mushroom House - A Truly Unique Retro Lakefront Home (VRBO listing # 1232712)

User limitations and restrictions;

***Due to the property design the house is limited to (4) guests.
***No parties or guests are permitted without prior approval by the owners.
***Out of respect to those with allergies, pets are not permitted.
***No fireworks or firearms are permitted.
***Renters assume all liability associated with the use of all owner furnished items, included but not limited canoes, boats, grills, etc.


Amenities at Fabulous Funky Refurbished 70's Retro Lakefront Home -

Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer

Map of Iola, WI


Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(200 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
The property offers a nostalgic 70s experience with well-equipped amenities, clean rooms, and enjoyable activities like kayaking, fishing, and vintage board games.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
“A charming retro getaway! Even with less-than-ideal weather, we loved our stay—spending time together, listening to 70s vinyl, and soaking up the nostalgic vibe.”
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
We had an incredible stay at this 70s-themed lake house on Lake Iola! The retro décor made the place feel super fun and unique, and the setting was absolutely peaceful. We spent our days kayaking and canoeing around the lake (all provided by the property), biking into town, fishing off the dock, and grilling out in the evenings.One of the highlights was seeing a bald eagle swoop down and almost catch another bird right over the water — such an amazing sight! We also checked out some great local spots for bowling and golfing, which made the trip even better.Everything about the house and location made it the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommend this stay — we’ll definitely be coming back!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Great, place and perfect for 2-4 people. Plenty of cookware if you are cooking on site and always plenty of charcoal. Great views over the mill pond. Very quiet cul-de-sac. There is a small gun club just across the lake behind some trees so there are occasional gun shots but generally not very disruptive. Very clean and comfortable place!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
The property was everything we wanted it to be. Super clean, retro, nice owners. I was really unique. Communication was clear. Vintage stereo, everything was cool. Location was great as well.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Fabulous Funky Refurbished 70's Retro Lakefront Home -. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Fabulous Funky Refurbished 70's Retro Lakefront Home - pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Fabulous Funky Refurbished 70's Retro Lakefront Home -?

We found 23 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioning, non-smoking, tv, coffee/tea maker, and refridgerator.


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