This iconic century home is located at the tip of Pillsbury Point on West Lake Okoboji in Arnolds Park, Iowa, offering endless waterfront views in three directions. Built to embody classic lake home charm, the 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence features original hardwood floors and has been thoughtfully renovated to blend historical significance with modern comforts. Showcasing timeless architectural details with inviting verandas and sunlit rooms, the home is part of the storied Iowa Great Lakes region, just steps from local attractions including the amusement park, farmers market, and renowned restaurants. Listed at $2,650,000, the property promises an unmatched lakefront lifestyle. Plot area and total square footage details are not specified, but its prime location and historic value are undeniable.
Patio Dining Area
A wooden dining table with four matching chairs sits atop a large blue-and-beige patterned outdoor rug, creating an inviting space for alfresco meals. The patio is bordered by a white metal railing that frames scenic views of lush green trees and a sparkling lake beyond. Soft cushions on the chairs enhance comfort, and a pot of yellow flowers serves as the centerpiece, adding a cheerful touch. Natural light filters through the branches, emphasizing an airy, relaxed ambiance and a direct connection to the outdoors, making this an ideal spot for gatherings or peaceful contemplation by the water.
Lakefront Overview
Sweeping aerial view of a large lake bordered by lush trees and a vibrant community, with the water catching sunlight on the right. The shoreline curves gently, lined with docks and homes nestled among greenery. In the foreground, several structures with white roofs and outdoor spaces suggest a lively waterfront area with a circular plaza, a small stage with canopy, and boats docked at piers. The surroundings transition from structured, developed spaces near the water to dense forest and open fields further inland, with roads weaving around the lake and buildings. The overall impression is bright, peaceful, and well-integrated with nature.
Living Room View
A spacious living room with large wraparound windows provides an expansive view of a lush lawn and serene lake beyond. The room features soft gray carpet and light-colored walls with tan window trim. A plush, striped sofa and matching armchairs are adorned with an assortment of large pillows in floral and plaid patterns. A small wooden table painted blue sits beside a white wicker stand holding a compact television. Natural light fills the space, highlighting the casual, comfortable furnishings, and cozy, inviting atmosphere. French doors at one end of the room lead outside, further connecting the space to the tranquil landscape.
Living Room Views
A spacious living room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that offer expansive views of a lakeside landscape. The color palette is airy and neutral, with soft beige walls and light wood trim around windows and doorways. Furnishings include matching striped sofas in cream and tan, accented by floral throw pillows. A small black console table sits behind one sofa, while a simple TV stand takes center stage in front of the windows. The carpet is plush and light gray, complementing the natural light pouring in. A fireplace with a wooden mantel anchors one corner, and a tall leafy plant adds a touch of greenery.
Living Room Views
A spacious living room with large windows lining two walls, offering panoramic views of a lake and lush trees outside. The soft beige carpeting covers the entire floor, complementing the neutral-color palette of the room. Plush, striped upholstered sofas and armchairs are arranged along the perimeter, facing a small TV placed atop a wicker stand. An understated blue wooden console sits beneath the windows. Natural wood trim frames each window, adding warmth and accentuating the view. Recessed lighting is embedded in the ceiling, while a tall potted plant in one corner brings a touch of greenery indoors.
Open Living Space
Spacious open-plan living area seamlessly connecting the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The sitting area features plush, striped sofas with floral and striped throw pillows, a blue console table behind the sofa, and a soft gray carpet. Natural light streams through large windows framed in wood, and a fireplace adds warmth beneath the window line. The dining area stands out with a wood floor, a long wooden table, and matching chairs beneath a chandelier. White columns and a stairway with wood railings add architectural interest. Soft, neutral tones with blue accents create a welcoming, coastal-inspired aesthetic.
Living Room Seating
Spacious living area featuring a set of matching pastel striped sofas and an ottoman arranged around a plush, gray carpet. The open-plan space flows into a dining area in the background, framed by a wide white beam and supported by a decorative column. A staircase with light wood steps and white railing leads upward. Floral and patterned throw pillows provide pops of color and a cozy touch. Walls are painted a soft cream, and recessed lighting adds warmth. Large windows and glass doors on the far side let in natural light, enhancing the airy, inviting atmosphere.
Living Room Layout
A bright, inviting living room sprinkled with natural light from three large windows with light wooden frames. The soft gray carpet provides a cozy foundation and complements the pair of overstuffed armchairs and sofa, all upholstered in a gentle, pastel plaid. One chair is paired with a large ottoman, dressed with a checked throw pillow, while the sofa features floral and solid blue cushions. An elegant column separates the living area from the open dining room, which displays wooden furniture and a glass chandelier. A wood-framed fireplace and a staircase with simple wooden railings add warmth and architectural character.
Dining Area Table
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and six matching chairs featuring blue plaid seat cushions. The wood flooring matches the warm hues of the furniture, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The space is open and airy, with expansive windows lining the entire wall, allowing views of greenery and water outside. Sunlight fills the room, enhanced by a geometric glass chandelier over the table. A staircase with wooden steps and white spindles rises to the right, while in the background two white stools are tucked beneath a counter near the stairs, contributing to a casual, relaxed setting.
Kitchen and Stairway
An open and airy kitchen with white shaker-style cabinets that extend up to the ceiling, offering ample storage. Stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and oven, contrast softly with the neutral palette. The backsplash features small, hexagonal tiles in earth tones, giving texture and visual interest. Warm wooden floors run throughout, uniting the kitchen with the nearby hallway. To the left, a staircase with wooden treads and white risers rises under a framed wall art, reinforcing the homey, inviting feel. A stained-glass framed mirror hangs by the entry to the kitchen, adding a touch of handcrafted charm.
Kitchen Details
A bright kitchen space with honey-toned hardwood floors and soft cream cabinetry topped with sleek black countertops. A large picture window above the sink lets in natural light and is dressed with simple horizontal blinds. The backsplash features a honeycomb tile pattern in warm neutrals. Stainless steel appliances, including a modern French door refrigerator and dishwasher, complement the subtle palette. To the right, the kitchen opens into a dining area with matching wood chairs and a table, which flows into a living space with views of large windows and double doors framing an inviting outdoor scene. Small striped rugs accent the floors.
Sunroom Lounge
A relaxed sunroom features wicker furniture with plush cushions and vibrant floral throw pillows, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The soft, muted color palette includes pale greens, tans, and creams, complemented by a large area rug with a subtle geometric pattern. Large windows frame views of leafy trees and water, flooding the space with natural light. The shingled walls and beadboard ceiling add a classic coastal touch, while a ceiling fan provides comfort. A whimsical carved wooden bear and a framed butterfly print bring playful yet natural decorative accents, enhancing the space’s connection to the outdoors.
Sunroom Entryway
A cozy transitional space connects an enclosed porch with a spacious living room. The porch features weathered shingle walls, white beadboard ceiling, a wicker loveseat with a pale aqua cushion, and colorful floral pillows atop a geometric gray rug. Double glass doors open into the living area, which is carpeted in a warm neutral tone. The living room displays large windows for natural light, a fireplace as a focal point, and comfortable striped sofas with bright throw pillows. Soft cream columns and built-in cabinetry add historic detail, creating an inviting, relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Bedroom Arrangement
A spacious bedroom with two full-sized beds arranged parallel to each other, each dressed in light-toned patchwork quilts and simple white bedskirts. The walls are painted a soft, pale blue, creating a calm and airy feel, while natural wood trim frames three horizontal windows that let in filtered light. A ceiling fan with a built-in light fixture is centered above, providing gentle illumination. On the right, a modern white dresser with gold-accented handles sits below one window, topped by a classic ceramic lamp with a cream shade, adding a cozy warmth to the minimalist decor. The hardwood floor gleams with a honey tone.
Bathroom Vanity
This bathroom features a modern aesthetic with soft beige and grey tones throughout. The vanity includes a white countertop with brushed nickel fixtures and a simple, understated design. Above the vanity is a large, round mirror framed by three contemporary light fixtures, creating a soft and inviting glow. The walls and flooring are done in coordinating neutral tile, and the walk-in shower at the back of the room is lined with natural wood-look tiles, accented by a chevron-patterned mosaic on the wall and floor. A window with horizontal blinds brings in natural light, brightening the space.
Bedroom Corner
A cozy bedroom featuring light wood flooring and soft beige walls with white trim. The bed, dressed in a multicolored patchwork quilt, sits against the wall under a window framed in natural wood. A white shelving unit with gold hardware and drawers stands near the entry, adorned with a model ship and small framed photos. A white ceiling fan with a globe light illuminates the room. A small stool is tucked beside the shelving. The warm, neutral palette is accented by subtle pops of blue and green from the bedding. A wall-mounted lamp provides additional lighting by the bed.
Bedroom Overview
This bedroom features vaulted ceilings and soft neutral walls, creating an airy, welcoming space. A large bed with a blue and white quilt rests against the right wall, topped with two textured white pillows. Natural light streams through a rectangular window with wooden trim, echoing the woodwork on the closet doors and entrance to an en suite bathroom. Light tan carpeting covers the floor, enhancing the room’s comfort. A contemporary abstract painting adds subtle color above the bed, while a potted fern sits on a high ledge, introducing greenery. The overall ambiance is calm, uncluttered, and serene.
Bathroom Vanity and Shower
A compact bathroom features a walk-in shower on the left with glossy beige subway tiles and a white curtain. The floor of the shower has a mosaic tile pattern and a recessed shelf is built into the wall for convenience. To the right, a white toilet sits next to a light-colored wooden vanity topped with a white rectangular sink. Above the sink, a wide mirror with a subtly ornate, beaded frame reflects the opposite wall. The wall is painted a soft gray, and light fixtures over the mirror emit a gentle, even light. Metal fixtures and simple hooks add understated elegance.
Bedroom Windows
This bedroom features high, vaulted ceilings with recessed lighting and a soft, neutral color palette of pale gray walls and light beige carpeting. Two beds with black metal frames are topped with pastel patchwork quilts, positioned parallel along one wall. A set of three large windows, including a prominent arched center pane, fills the room with natural light and frame the lush green branches outside, creating a serene atmosphere. A small, white dresser sits beside one bed, holding a lit table lamp and decorative items. The minimalist design and natural wood window trim evoke a tranquil and inviting setting.
Bedroom Patio Access
A cozy bedroom featuring two beds with pastel patchwork quilts sits in softly lit comfort. Walls are painted a gentle light gray, complemented by natural wood trim around the doors. On one side, an open door leads to a small bathroom with pale cabinetry and light fixtures. Along the wall, a wicker bench with a blue cushion and a teddy bear provides a charming touch. French doors open out onto a spacious, sunlit patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees. A modern white dresser with a lamp and electronics adds a hint of practicality to the inviting atmosphere.
Bathroom Vanity
A clean and bright bathroom vanity space features a quartz countertop with a built-in oval sink and brushed nickel fixtures. Above the sink, a large, beveled mirror with a metallic edge reflects the light fixture’s soft, frosted glass shades. Warm, light wood cabinetry provides storage below, while the same wood finish frames the nearby window. The walls are painted a cool gray, creating a soothing atmosphere. Decorative touches sit on the counter: a clear glass jar, a small lidded basket, and a woven basket add texture and warmth. A plush white towel hangs neatly from a satin nickel ring mount to the left.
Bedroom Patio
A sunlit outdoor patio opens directly from a serene bedroom through wide sliding doors. The light gray exterior siding of the house complements the lush greenery and dappled sunlight from large surrounding trees. On the patio, a wooden dining table sits atop an ornate patterned blue rug, surrounded by four cushioned chairs. A potted yellow chrysanthemum adds a splash of color to the table. The bedroom features neutral decor, with a simple bed adorned in beige and gray bedding, flanked by a nightstand with a small lamp. Large windows frame soothing forest views, creating a peaceful indoor-outdoor retreat.
Patio Entryway
A spacious outdoor patio features light grey wooden siding and a distinctive gabled roof with intricate trim detail above a covered entryway. Large glass sliding doors connect the patio directly to a bedroom and another indoor area, creating a seamless indoor-outdoorflow. The concrete patio hosts a weathered wicker armchair with a blue cushion, facing a rustic wooden coffee table partially visible on a geometric patterned rug in blue and tan. The color palette is soft and airy, dominated by cool greys and whites, giving a bright, open, and inviting feel, enhanced by natural daylight and leafy tree views above.
Bathroom Vanity
This bathroom features a clean and modern design with a soft, neutral color palette. Light wooden cabinetry with simple brushed metal knobs is topped by a white countertop and an oval sink with sleek brushed nickel fixtures. A large round mirror hangs above, complemented by three glass pendant lights. The walls are painted a muted gray, harmonizing with the gray subway tile lining the walk-in shower. The shower includes a built-in niche and a rain showerhead. Accessories include a small woven basket, a jar, and a decorative dish, creating a modest but welcoming atmosphere.
Garage Interior
An unfinished garage with exposed wooden framework and oriented strand board (OSB) panels on walls and ceiling. Large windows line the left side, allowing ample daylight to enter. The concrete floor is clean and features multiple trash and recycling bins. Organization and storage shelves run along the back wall, holding hoses and tools. A workbench area sits to the right, and a blue bicycle hangs from wall-mounted hooks. Extension cords and hoses are neatly coiled and visible. A doorway at the far end opens to a brighter adjacent space, hinting at access to the outdoors or another room.
Front Exterior
A single-story American home with soft gray clapboard siding accented by crisp white trim creates a clean, classic exterior look. The attached garage is on the right, with a simple white paneled door and the house number “160” displayed vertically by the frame. To the left of the garage sits a double window with white curtains, framed by low, neatly trimmed bushes. The concrete driveway stretches from the street to the home, bordered by small grass patches and mature trees that offer shade and natural elegance. Atop the roof, a quaint dormer with windows adds character and visual interest, while leafy trees in the background contribute to the tranquil suburban setting.
Side Exterior
A serene side view of a historic American home features pale gray painted wood siding paired with crisp white trim for a fresh, classic appearance. The tall chimney and cupola add vertical interest, while multiple small-to-medium windows let in ample natural light. The paved walkway seamlessly connects the house to a brick-paved area, shaded by mature oak trees that create a dappled pattern on the exterior walls. Fallen leaves and patches of grass alongside the walkway soften the transition between architecture and landscape, giving the space a welcoming, lived-in feeling. The overall look is clean, orderly, and quietly elegant.
Second-Floor Deck
Surrounded by mature trees, the exterior highlights a classic two-story historic American home with light blue siding and a dark gray shingled roof. An upper-level deck, partially shaded and featuring white railings, creates an inviting outdoor retreat. The deck includes outdoor furniture—a cozy seating area with a small table and cushioned chairs set atop a patterned rug. Below, the sunroom features expansive windows for natural light. A simple staircase leads to the lawn, which is dotted with fallen leaves and fringed by dappled sunlight filtering through the leafy canopy, complementing the tranquil, nature-inspired setting.
Listing Agent: Scott Hunter of Hunter Real Estate via Zillow
