1203 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji, IA 51355

Okoboji, IA Homes for Sale in 51355 and Real Estate MLS # 260736

$2,890,000

  • 4
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  • 2400
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General Description

For over 50 years, the iconic red house on Smith's Bay has been a familiar landmark on West Lake Okoboji. Now completely reimagined, this 4BR, 2BA waterfront home perfectly blends midcentury nostalgia with modern lake living. The thoughtful renovation preserves the character that made this home special while updating virtually every detail for today's lifestyle. Sold newly furnished — including décor, furniture, kitchenware, silverware, linens, towels, and the dock — it's truly move-in ready. Low-maintenance living means more time enjoying the lake with artificial turf, extensive updates throughout and maintenance-free finishes inside and out. A two-car garage, oversized parking apron, and seller-paid home inspection add even more value and peace of mind. This isn't just a remodeled lake house—it's one of Smith's Bay's most recognizable homes, thoughtfully restored for the next generation to enjoy. Classic Okoboji, beautifully reimagined.

Legal: Lot 2 Blk I Okoboji Park
Status: Active

Property Information

260736

$2,890,000

Sale

Single Family Residence

Ranch

RESIDENTIAL

1203 Lakeshore Drive

Okoboji

IA

51355

4

2

1

1

2

2400

8000

Attached

2

West Okoboji Lake

50.00

15992

2024

Okoboji

1968

Features

Yes

Deck, Dock, Driveway-Concrete, Patio

Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Center Island, Main Floor Bedrooms, Pantry, Smoke Alarms, Tiled Floors, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-in Closet, Window Coverings

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer

Water Heater-Gas

Utilities

Fireplace, Forced Air

Public/City

Public Sewer

Central

Yes

Gas

Breakers

Miscellaneous

Full,Walkout

Daylight/Lookout Wnd, Egress Windows, Finished-Full, Walkout

Concrete Block

Stick Built

Brick,Wood Siding

LISTED BY

NextHome at the Lakes, Bridget Johnson (712.330.1089)

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Okoboji Expedition Co is a bicycle and outdoor sports store in Okoboji, Iowa. We are located on the eastern shore of West Okoboji Lake in the Iowa Great Lakes region. The Okoboji Expedition Company carries bicycles, kayaks, cycling apparel, cross country skis, and snowshoes along with all the needed accessories for all of the above. We also specialize in custom bike fittings and offer winter spinning classes.
We offer bicycle products from Specialized, Cervelo, Co-motion and Alchemy. We also stock Oru kayaks and paddle boards from SOL, Tubbs snowshoes, Atomic cross country skis and outdoor clothing from Mavic, Pearl Izumi and Louis Garneau. Stop in and see us… you’ll be glad you did.

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The O'Farrell Sister is a historic Okoboji Tradition that one must check out for breakfast and lunch!

'Farrell Sisters History
The O'Farrell Sisters restaurant was born in 1949 at the bridge on Hwy 71, between East and West Lake Okoboji. Edna Mae and Arlene O'Farrell bought the business from Ike Kissinger who was running for Sheriff of Dickinson County.

In the early years the girls were open seven days a week and had a booming business in no time. The fried chicken dinners on Sunday evenings were especially popular. There were times when the line waiting to get in was so long they'd have to lock the door and would often run out of chicken!

In 1959 Arlene married and moved to Tallahassee, Florida with her husband Furman Henderson. Edna Mae and Ferne continued in the restaurant, moving to its present location that same year. This spot had a garden and chicken coup, which was moved to the house across the street.

Ferne died in 1974 and Edna Mae in 1978. Arlene sold the business to nieces Joyce Gapinski, Jo Ann Anderson, Charlotte Sarvie and Cheri Petersen (these are married names). The nieces successfully ran the restaurant from 1979 through 2003. After losing Jo Ann in 1997 and Cheri in 2002, Joyce and Charlotte decided to sell after the 2003 season.

The rest is to be continued...

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