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Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!

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Monticello Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | Step-Free Access | 975 Sq Ft
Cottage Exterior
Living Area | Flat-Screen TV w/ Cable | Electric Fireplace
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4975 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Lake Shafer
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tippecanoe Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Rensselaer, IN (RNZ-Jasper County)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!

‘Cozy Cottage’ | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 3-Season Room | Gas Grill | Fire Pit

Make this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Monticello vacation rental your next home away from home! This renovated cottage features a cozy living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private outdoor space with on-site access to Lake Shafer. Spend your time sipping vino at local wineries, golfing at nearby courses, or floating along the lazy river at Indiana Beach!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV w/ cable
- Furnished 3-season room
- Breakfast bar, electric fireplace

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck, patio, gas grill (propane not provided)
- Fire pit (starter wood provided)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spices
- Keurig & drip coffee makers
- Crockpot, microwave, toaster

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, washer/dryer (detergent provided)
- Trash bags, paper towels
- Hair dryer, complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
- Boat trailer parking not available on-site

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cottage, step-free access

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Lake Shafer
- Near wineries & breweries
- 2 miles to Tall Timbers Marina
- 5 miles to Indiana Beach Boardwalk Resort
- 35 miles to Lafayette
- 83 miles to South Bend International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $125 fee (+ fees & taxes; dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- This property cannot accommodate boat trailers or guests bringing their boats. There is nearby boat launching with parking
- This single-story cottage offers step-free access
- There is another bookable vacation rental located on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Monticello

Located in Monticello, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Shafer and Monticello City Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing. Terre Vin Monticello WineShop and Monon Connection Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Monticello, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Tippecanoe Country Club - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Pine View Golf Course - 16 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arni's Monticello - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Shafer and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tippecanoe Country Club and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing. Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Pine View Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay! Loved the wooden deck over the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Megan and Nate

Nice stay!

Very nice/relaxing stay!! The owners even let us pick some tomatoes and were so very friendly! Nice, cozy place with all you need and nice views!

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Such a great time. Only 10 minutes from Indiana Beach. Loved having morning coffee on the deck every morning. Place was clean and so adorable. We will be back if coming to Indiana again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Nice Place

We had a great time at Cozy Cottage. This place was exactly as advertised, in excellent condition, and we especially enjoyed the deck right on the lake. Hope to stay there again sometime. We met the owners who were very friendly and helpful also

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage lived up to expectations

As advertised, this place delivered. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Cozy is right

We booked "Cozy Cottage" for the 5 days over the 4th of July holiday. We had stayed here before and wanted to return. The accommodations were great, the view of the river fabulous and the deck actually sits on the river. 100% great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend by the Lake

Enjoyed cool fall weather on the deck overlooking Lake Shafer
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Shafer cottage

Beautiful property! Owners were also staying near the cottage and were very nice. They allowed us to have a couple extra visitors. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is adorable! Well stocked with every amenity. Super clean and the grounds are beautiful...very peaceful. The owners Bob & Jayne are very nice. We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront vacation

The owner lives next to the property and there are a few decks to enjoy the water views. It is about 5 miles from Indiana Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RELAXING GET-AWAY

We SO enjoyed our few days at Shafer Lake. Our little cottage was perfect and we rarely left the beautiful deck! Jane and Bob were fantastic hosts…friendly and helpful with all our questions. We hope to go back some time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Everything we wanted and more!

We absolutely loved the cottage! It was clean, well stocked with dishes, appliances, blankets, towels, etc. We loved sitting on the back porch and drinking our morning coffee. The deck was nice too! Definitely would stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Donna R., Noblesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

The owner contacted me beforehand with helpful information and a pleasant welcome. The cottage was nicely decorated, very clean and fully equipped. I especially loved the deck overlooking the water and the all seasons room. I had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

My family and I really enjoyed our stay here! We enjoyed the house, it was really like a home away from home. Most definitely enjoyed the private deck over the water. We were fortunate enough to see some of the neighbors doing beautiful fireworks. We were able to bring our dogs, which is a huge plus. We went to Indiana beach one day and the house is so close we were able to come back and cool off a few times! I would definitely recommend staying at this property! It truly met all of our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JR (Arthur) F., Indianapolis, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cottage

Cottage was clean with nice updates it was peaceful and quiet We just wanted to get a weekend away from our house and away from the city and this was perfect! It was also dog friendly. Our miniature schnauzer actually really enjoyed herself too, you could tell, and we definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Great Home

We were pleasantly surprised to find such a nice place to stay while visiting family at Shafer Lake. We have been coming to this area for the past 10+ years for a family reunion and struggle to find a good place to stay. The home was clean and had every amenity you could want during a stay. The Host was extremely friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be staying here for future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Connie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We had a great time. Our daughter was disappointed that there were not bunk beds, but everything else was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy K

Cozy Cottage girls weekend

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Cabin. Cabin was close to the wineries and to the Madam Carroll dinner boat cruise we went on. We enjoyed our day on the deck playing cards and catching some rays! Cabin is stocked with most everything you need.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Total relaxation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

We had a great time here MDW. The deck was perfect for lounging while we did crosswords and played cards, and we had many meals out there. On rainy days, the couch was comfy for lounging and watching our favorite shows. The cottage has a very well equipped kitchen - I usually bring a few kitchen things of my own because I never know what to expect, and they had everything we needed including good knives, basic oil and spices, and plenty of pots and pans. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

brooke b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Beautiful little cottage. Decor is very well done. Owners are in the next cottage over. Bob and Jayne are extremely welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as advertised, perfect!

Spent 3 nights. Cottage was exactly as advertised, which is always a wonderful experience. Fully loaded, peaceful, relaxing, with a small town nearby. I highly recommend Cozy Cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriend Birthday

Bob and Jayne are the best hosts ever. Awesome cabin right on the lake. Great deck overhanging the water with a lot of sitting area. Fire pit for evening enjoyment lake side. I’d recommend this cabin to anyone and we will be returning 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Our vacation

The cabin was good. No privacy. There's 3 cabins right next together. The pic doesn't show the other cabins. And Indiana Beach was closing alot of the rides. That was the main reason we went.

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as Advertised

Came to the area to visit family and decided to try this cabin in lieu of a hotel room. Best choice ever! This cabin far exceeds any hotel in the Monticello area. It was just as described. Clean, well furnished and perfectly comfortable. Location was great; 10 minutes from the Kroger and Walmart. Lake view was nice and the deck was perfect for early mornings and evening for relaxing. Very quiet area of the lake. The sunroom was also perfect for when the weather was not suited for being outside. Overall… it was perfect for us and we will be back when we are in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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English, French, German, Spanish