Explore the land
Follow the connected trail system through wooded ridges, tallgrass and open areas of the ranch.
Loess Lakes Ranch — a private 300-acre lake retreat in Iowa's Loess Hills
“Come to disconnect. Leave restored.”
Your own private retreat
300 acres. One group. A world of your own.
Loess Lakes Ranch is a private escape in Iowa’s Loess Hills, where a connected trail system, peaceful water, abundant wildlife, and a thoughtfully renewed ranch house are reserved entirely for your stay.
- 300 private acres
- Connected trail system
- One group at a time
Find your own pace
Days shaped by the land, not an itinerary
Spend time on the water
Cast a line from the private dock or settle beside the lake and let the day unfold.
Return to stillness
Unwind in the outdoor dry sauna, gather around the fire, or share a long meal beneath the open sky.
The stay
Comfort, without losing the character
The house brings warmth and ease to the center of the experience—a comfortable place to gather after the trails, the lake, and the open air. Every detail is meant to help guests settle in, slow down, and feel at home.
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Winter at the ranch
Your Cozy Winter Getaway
Explore the quiet beauty of the Loess Hills, warm up in the private sauna, and spend evenings around the fire pit. With nearby skiing and room to unwind, Loess Lakes Ranch is a peaceful escape all winter long.
Our story
Created as a place to reconnect
What began as a private retreat with an unexpected connection to country music has become a place for family, friends, and guests to step away from everyday noise and reconnect with what matters.
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Your time at the ranch is yours.
Explore the land. Gather around the fire. Stay up beneath the stars. Or do nothing at all.