The Wren House Guidebook

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The Wren House Guidebook

Food scene

Great for lunch by the lake or an evening of beverages under the stars. Accessible by car, bike, walking or boat! One of the very few boat-up dining establishments at the lake.
16 locals recommend
PM Park
15297 Raney Dr
16 locals recommend
Great for lunch by the lake or an evening of beverages under the stars. Accessible by car, bike, walking or boat! One of the very few boat-up dining establishments at the lake.
Great ice cream and only a block away!
8 locals recommend
South Shore Sweet Spot
5269 S Shore Dr
8 locals recommend
Great ice cream and only a block away!
Italian food anyone??
17 locals recommend
GeJo's by the Lake - Italian Restaurant and Lounge
12 N 3rd St
17 locals recommend
Italian food anyone??
Great food and outdoor dining!
14 locals recommend
Lakeside Landing Kitchen + Bar
1603 S Shore Dr
14 locals recommend
Great food and outdoor dining!
Local donuts are a must while visiting the lake!
11 locals recommend
South Shore Donut Co
1205 S Shore Dr
11 locals recommend
Local donuts are a must while visiting the lake!
The best sandwiches and sides this side of the Mississippi!
18 locals recommend
Starboard Market
310 Main Ave
18 locals recommend
The best sandwiches and sides this side of the Mississippi!
A short drive out of town to the small community of Fertile, IA. The food is out of this world with locally sourced ingredients and a seasonal rotating menu. Worth the drive!
Cafe Mir
113 West Main Street
A short drive out of town to the small community of Fertile, IA. The food is out of this world with locally sourced ingredients and a seasonal rotating menu. Worth the drive!
Looking to catch the game? This is a great area sports bar and restaurant with great food!
18 locals recommend
The Other Place
200 US-18
18 locals recommend
Looking to catch the game? This is a great area sports bar and restaurant with great food!
Made with family recipes and a slathering of love. These are the BEST cookies you'll ever eat (they have ice cream too!).
9 locals recommend
Cookies, etc.
217 Main Ave
9 locals recommend
Made with family recipes and a slathering of love. These are the BEST cookies you'll ever eat (they have ice cream too!).
Legendary steaks. Get there early, people line up for a table every day of the week. (seriously that good)
6 locals recommend
Northwestern Steakhouse
304 16th St NW
6 locals recommend
Legendary steaks. Get there early, people line up for a table every day of the week. (seriously that good)

Sightseeing

Great swimming, clean sand and lots of picnic areas. Perfect for families.
14 locals recommend
Clear Lake State Park
6490 S Shore Ct
14 locals recommend
Great swimming, clean sand and lots of picnic areas. Perfect for families.
Quiet neighborhood beach within walking distance of The Wren House.
Ritz Picnic Area & Beach
15406 Crane Street
Quiet neighborhood beach within walking distance of The Wren House.
Visit the seawall to enjoy watching sailboats, dock the Lake of the Lake and easy access to City Beach and splash pad.
The Seawall
North Lake View Drive
Visit the seawall to enjoy watching sailboats, dock the Lake of the Lake and easy access to City Beach and splash pad.
Perfect for sight seeing around the lake!
15 locals recommend
Lady of the Lake Dock
North Lake View Drive
15 locals recommend
Perfect for sight seeing around the lake!
The infamous Surf Ballroom is a local favorite attraction! The last venue of Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper!
25 locals recommend
Surf Ballroom & Museum
460 N Shore Dr
25 locals recommend
The infamous Surf Ballroom is a local favorite attraction! The last venue of Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper!
The Buddy Holly crash sight is a must for fans of the legend.
8 locals recommend
Buddy Holly Crash Site
8 locals recommend
The Buddy Holly crash sight is a must for fans of the legend.