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This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 783 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Columbia City, IN
  • Big Barbee Lake
    19 min drive
  • Webster Lake
    20 min drive
  • Lake Wawasee
    27 min drive
  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    52 min drive

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About the area

Columbia City

At this cottage, you'll be 16 km (9.9 mi) from Big Barbee Lake and 16.3 km (10.1 mi) from Parkview Whitley Hospital. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Big Barbee Lake - 19 min drive
  • Webster Lake - 20 min drive
  • Chain O' Lakes State Park - 23 min drive
  • Tippecanoe Lake - 26 min drive
  • Lake Wawasee - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hill Top Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Port Side Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake Shore Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Goose Lake Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Lake Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place

Enjoy a Magical Vacation at Our Lake Home
If you’re looking for the perfect spot to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet, look no further than our lake home! Sitting on 55 acres of private lake with no public access, our cottage has been fully remodeled inside and out. From the vaulted ceilings to the screened porch, it offers all of the comforts you need for a relaxing stay. But that’s not all! Keep reading to find out more about what makes this vacation spot truly magical.

Property manager

John Hufferd

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 896 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: With a $50 pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.

Frequently asked questions

Does This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

No, This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

There is a golf course next to This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place .

This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing lake stay
Beautiful setting and nicely decorated. The furnace was noisier than I expected but took the chill off in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet location
My husband and spent 3 nights here in September and loved it. We are in our 50's, new to Indiana, and wanted a quiet location on the water to relax, fish, and enjoy the scenery. This did not disappoint! Owner John is easy to communicate with and check-in was seamless. The caretaker Greg lives nearby and does a great job making you feel welcome but also giving total privacy. The home is really well stocked, clean, comfortable, and perfectly decorated for the location. The kitchen is large and they have thought of everything you might need. It is a bright cheery open living room/kitchen looking out onto the lake. The screened in porch is perfect for morning coffee and helps protect from the bugs at night. The lake is very small but that was a plus to us and part of the charm. We opted to rent the pontoon boat and have no regrets. We had no luck fishing (although the lake is crystal clear and you can see the fish and turtles everywhere) but really enjoyed going out early to watch the sunrise and watching the sunset from the boat. It is absolutely beautiful!! I love to swim and lounge in water, so I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't just jump off the dock to cool off. There are a lot of lily pads and pond plants surrounding the dock and it's very shallow making swimming and/or fishing difficult. The yard is beautiful though and there is comfortable seating all over this property. We are already planning a winter trip. A beautiful oasis right in the middle of cornfields!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We enjoyed a very peaceful time on the water. The house was well stocked with the essentials. The coffee pods were appreciated as we brought regular ground coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage on a quiet lake
The property was beautiful, the pictures don’t do it justice! The house was clean and well stocked. Greg was very helpful with the pontoon and took us on a ride around the lake before giving us the keys. The screened in porch was perfect to relax in at night while keeping the bugs away. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
This wonderful cottage was so pretty and comfortable. The screened in porch was nice at night. My husband and I were there for a week, and we were the only ones on the lake almost every day. We loved watching the fish and the turtles at the end of the pier. The lake is small, so there is no skiing or fast boating, but if you want a peaceful, relaxing place, this is it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B., Dyer, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lake House
The house was lovely, had everything you could need for your stay. The internet worked great, the lake was beautiful. Greg was a ton of help! Enjoyed the fishing, swimming and the boating! Could not recommend highly enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem in northern Indiana
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and look forward to renting again! The location is a great place to enjoy nature and relax. Time seems to slow down here, making even a short visit seem long. Very, very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Getaway
My husband and I and our two adult daughters enjoyed our stay at Bellevue Cottage. It was so peaceful and quiet! The cottage is clean and comfortable. We enjoyed time on the water—fishing and relaxing one day in the pontoon and taking the kayaks out several times. We also took day trips to Shipshewana and Winona Lake. We loved the space and the relaxation it provided for our special family time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ina y.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful in everyway
Everything was great, one problem though: the dog. There was no place to walk or run or even feel free in a back yard but even it would not be on a leash there is no security for a pet. Also since we have a sail boat, Loon lake would be better for us. So if you can move your beautiful cottage there, we would be your permanent customers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Chicago, Il, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd stay this summer
We 1st stayed over Memorial Day and booked again for Labor Day weekend. This property has everything one would need for a relaxing weekend. The property is clean and the bed in the primary bedroom was really comfortable. They really thought of everything. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Comfortable, Private, Peaceful, Paradise!
We appreciated the boat launch along the home. It sure made carrying the canoe to the lake much easier. That was a pleasant surprise! The furniture and beds were very comfortable. The home is equipped with lots of wonderful extra special touches that made our stay even more special! The large refrigerated water filter was a huge hit with us. We also appreciated the "lily pad," we had a great time lounging on it during a soft rain one morning! The lake was perfect to canoe and Kayak! Great time was had by all! Definitely recommend staying here. Greg was an added bonus, he was very helpful and fun to chat with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Awesome!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
To say the least the house was amazingly clean, and looked exactly like how it is portrayed in the photos. It was beautifully decorated. Literally every amenity that could be expected in your home was there, so we wanted for nothing. We ended up going at a time when the weather was oddly cold in summer, and the lily pads were in abundance but that didn't deter us because we thoroughly enjoyed kayaking, renting the pontoon and fishing out in the lake. Be sure to sign the guest book-I enjoyed reading everyone's notes, and seeing how far everyone had travelled to come to the house. We will definitely be back next year!!! Oh ...and thanks to Greg and John !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
My family and I just spent a week here and it was great! The location right on the lake is beautiful. The property is clean and well maintained. We had a blast grilling out, fishing and swimming. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Modern and Clean Place to Stay
We stayed three nights as we were attending a conference at the college 30 minutes drive away. We brought the dog who had the best time of all. It was a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Chicago, Il, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll definitely be back!
We had a wonderful stay this past Memorial Day weekend. The house was clean, comfortable and perfectly appointed. The cabin was stocked with all of the little extras that really made the difference. John was very easy to reach and Greg the neighbor was so kind and helpful (Greg rents the pontoon). The bed was comfortable and the cabin has everything you could think of. We spent the day cruising around on the pontoon boat and took the kayaks out a few times as well. The lake is quiet and relaxed. We already booked our next stay. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very charming cottage with upscale furnishings. Everything was as advertised. Enjoyed the pontoon that was available.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!!! Definitely want to go back!!!
It’s a Beautiful Place!! Being on a private lake is Wonderful!! Met some of the neighbors and they were all very nice and welcoming. The owner reached out to me a few times to make sure everything was good, which meant a lot. Already thinking of rebooking for next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene experience!
This lake cottage was above and beyond what anyone usually expects. Fresh, clean, charming. I can only assume the owner spent the night to see what anyone could possible want. Everything and more was there. There was no running to the store. That’s really the least of it though. The main bed is actually adjustable and king sized. Every view: soothing and beautiful. It looked like a professional interior decorator chose the fine finishes. I’ll go back and I hope you give it a try. You will not be sorry. Stress level: 0. Tranquility level: 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Weekend Getaway
My husband and I needed a little weekend getaway and had some stuff we wanted to do in Fort Wayne. The house was beautiful, clean and has everything you need right there! We would stay again soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quick quite weekend
Had a wonderful relaxing weekend enjoying the lake and quiet surroundings. Kids fished and kayaked and we used the rented boat available. Kids had plenty to do! Screened in porch is such a gem. Thank you for the great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
No comparison!
This was our second stay and it was even better than the first! The location is beautiful. The cottage is amazing. It's exceptionally clean, well stocked, and pet friendly. We had ZERO issues or complaints about anything. Communication with the owner and property caretaker was excellent. We enjoyed watching fish and several varieties of turtles from the dock along with the many birds visiting the feeder off the porch. Pontooning around the lake and fishing in the early morning and evening was peaceful. It's a small lake surrounded by full time residents. All of the neighbors we met around the lake are super friendly and eager to share fishing tips. If you're looking for a tranquil location off the beaten path, this is it. One note about the dog next door: The gracious host posts signs about keeping your own dogs leashed. This does not mean the dog next door is overly aggressive. He's a good dog simply doing his job if he barks at strangers. If you allow your pet off leash and it approaches the neighbor dog or runs onto his property, the neighbor dog is going to react like a dog protecting his home - no surprise there and would earn him a treat or two at my house! He was not at all bothered by our dog even when our dog barked at him! But, our dog was securely leashed on the far side of the yard away from the neighbor dog. Maintain boundaries, keep your dogs leashed, and be respectful of the fact that neighbor dog is at his home while your dog is the guest and you won't have any problems. We'll definitely be back the first opportunity we have!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
They've thought of everything...
This place is wonderful! We enjoyed ourselves every minute. Although it is listed as under 1,000 square feet, it feels much bigger and is laid out very nicely. The beds are COMFORTABLE - what?? They are! The "master" bedroom is king size although not advertised as so. Both bedrooms have a beautiful view of the lake. Every morning looked like the picture, with the steam rolling off the lake due to the cool evenings we had. The bathroom is large and modern, towels are plentiful and NICE, everything is just quality. They had extra shampoo/conditioner for use, even different kinds for different hair! All the toiletries were supplied, plenty of toilet paper and paper towels. There is a nice washer and dryer if needed. So now, the kitchen...again quality. Quality dishes, even supplying a set of beautiful ceramic colorful dishes. Very trusting considering people are renting, I hope nobody ruins it for them, because they do put a lot of trust in their renters. The supplies that were available were unbelievable. All the condiments you need, including mayonnaise. I'm not sure they would always advertise that they supply this, but the refrigerator was packed full of "essentials". They even had all the fixins for s'mores! Honeymaid Graham Crackers, no store brand stuff (like I usually buy!) The minced garlic was brand new in the fridge! Many cans of essentials as well in the cupboard, in case you don't have, like diced tomatoes, etc. Again, I'm sure they don't advertise that they would always have these things but it sure made you feel like they trusted you and valued you! The manager of the property, Greg, lives just a couple houses away and is so friendly and helpful, right there for any need you might have. He provided the large float without us even asking, which is nice because the lake is weedy and although there is a beach, it quickly becomes mushy, The lake is very laid back, mostly fisherman, but not many, very relaxing for an evening cruise (we had our own boat, but you can rent either a pontoon or something else, not sure what it was.). There are two kayaks available for use and we loved going out and having complete silence and beautiful scenery. Very relaxing. The 3 season room was wonderful. A nice comfortable couch and a 2-person table and chairs. There is also a clothes line there, but you have to look close. It pulls out of the wall. Thank you John, Belle, and Greg! We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect peaceful getaway!
The pictures of the cabin and lake are exactly what you see in the description. Clean! Everything you need is here. Bring your personal items and food and drink. Your in for a Great Time. Check in very easy. Greg the caretaker lives afew houses down. Very nice man. Very helpful. We had such a nice time we will be back!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Nice few days away
This was nicely stocked with condiments, coffee, etc. 3rd bedroom is very hot, even with fans going.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022