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Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace

Family-friendly stay near Indiana Beach Amusement Resort

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A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a river and trees.
A modern house with a covered porch, a stone pathway, and a wooden deck.
A modern house with a garage, a well-lit driveway, and a lawn.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Monticello

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Lake Shafer. Also, High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing is within half a mile (1 km) and Pine View Golf Course is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pine View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tippecanoe Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Monticello - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arni's Monticello - ‬10 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.

Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace

Custom-designed lakefront home built for multi-family & multi-generational getaways.
• Main house + attached in-law suite for flexible space
• 102 ft of main Lake Shafer waterfront with private dock
• Hot tub with panoramic lake views
• 5-minute walk to Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park
• Perfect for boaters, families & groups seeking lake life

HOUSE LAYOUT

GREAT ROOM: The gathering hub for your group.
• Large leather RH sectional sofa & chairs
• 60" flat screen TV with DVD player
• Indoor/outdoor AV speakers
• Huge windows with stunning lake views
• Fireplace
• Open to dining room, kitchen, and screened porch

DINING SPACES: Ample seating indoors and out for dining, games, and gathering.
[ Seating for 16 indoors ]
o 8 chairs at large communal table
o 4 stools at kitchen island
o 4 chairs at table in apartment
[ Seating for 10 outdoors ]
o 6 chairs on main house screened porch
o 4 chairs on apartment screened porch

KITCHENS + COOKING: Kitchens designed for effortless large-group meal prep.
• Two complete kitchens stocked with quality cookware and full appliances
• Everything doubled: fridges, freezers, microwaves, ovens, dishwashers, disposals
• Gas grill and Hasty Bake charcoal smoker for outdoor cooking

SLEEPING: Sleeps 15 comfortably in 5 bedrooms across three separate zones. Each zone has its own hallway, bedrooms, and bathrooms—thoughtfully located away from the main great room for quiet & privacy.

All bedrooms include:
• Highest quality mattresses, pillows, and bed linens
• Blackout drapery/blinds
• White noise machines
• TVs
• Clothing storage

ZONE 1: [Bedroom 1 + Bedroom 2 + Bathroom 1] — Sleeps 4
BEDROOM 1:
• California King bed
• En suite Bathroom 1
• Lake view
BEDROOM 2:
• 2 twin beds (trundle configuration; pull one out for use)
• Laundry room access
BATHROOM 1:
• Shower with double vanity

ZONE 2: [Bedroom 3 + Bedroom 4 + Bathroom 2] — Sleeps 6
BEDROOM 3:
• King bed
BEDROOM 4:
• Queen bed + 2 twin bunk beds
BATHROOM 2:
• Bathtub/shower combo
• Double vanity

ZONE 3 — APARTMENT: [Bedroom 5 + Sleeping Nook + Bathroom 3] — Sleeps 5
BEDROOM 5:
• King bed + 1 twin bed
SLEEPING NOOK:
• King bed (built-in wall-to-wall, open to apartment living room)
BATHROOM 3:
• Bathtub/shower combo

OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES: Screened-in porch connected to the living room.
• Dining table for 6
• Upholstered sofa + ottoman
• Lake views

AMENITIES

INDOOR AMENITIES:
• Central heat/AC systems (independent climate control)
• Endless hot water
• High speed WIFI
• Comcast Basic Cable
• Fireplace
• Board games
• Washer & dryer

BABY & CHILD AMENITIES:
• 2 high chairs (restaurant style)
• 1 Pack N Play crib + sheets
• Playground with infant + regular swings

OUTDOOR AMENITIES: The house sits on a south facing sloped wooded lake front lot. It provides both sun and shade, sunrise and sunsets. You’ll never forget campfires on Lake Shafer with the historic wood roller coaster and ferris wheel in the distance.
• Hot tub with panoramic lake views
• Playground
• Kayak
• Private boat dock
• Hammocks
• 2 fire pits (one at top of hill, one by the dock)
• Gated driveway
• Ample parking, including space for boat trailers

LAKE SHAFER ACTIVITIES:
• Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park (5-minute walk)
• Boating (bring your own or rent locally)
• Swimming off our dock in a no-wake zone
• Kayaking
• Fishing off the dock
• Run/walk trail

LOCAL AREA ATTRACTIONS:
• Indiana Beach Amusement Park & Water Park (5-minute walk)
• Drive-in movie theater (4 minute drive)
• Canoe trips (23 minute drive)
• Horseback riding (27 minute drive)
• Golf courses (5 minute drive)
• Restaurants (5 minute drive)
• Grocery stores (8 minute drive)
• Winery (12 minute drive)
• PURDUE UNIVERSITY - ROSS ADE Stadium (40 minute drive)

• VIBE — Located on the street leading to Indiana Beach, surrounded by older vacation lodges and private lake homes. The property is gated and bordered by tall landscaping and fencing, creating an incredibly private feel despite being steps from the action.
• PROXIMITY — On Lake Shafer | 5-minute walk to Indiana Beach Amusement Park | 7-10 minutes to restaurants and stores in Monticello, Indiana.
• GETTING AROUND — Easy parking in private driveway for 8+ cars and boat trailers.
• EXPECTATIONS — Noise isn't an issue, whether you're making it or worried about hearing it. The property is well-shielded from neighbors by landscaping and fencing, and the house is exceptionally well-insulated with spray foam.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO PROM parties or under 21 renters, no exceptions.
Hot tub use is at your own risk. Swimming in the lake is at your own risk.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

NEW Modern Lake House + apt for 15 W/hot TUB

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.3 mi (50-min drive) away from the Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace to downtown Monticello?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Monticello.

Waterfront Lake Shafer - Hot Tub + Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Val E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, spacious, and exactly what my family was looking for. We rented a pontoon boat, and the fellas enjoyed fishing. The kids enjoyed smores during our evening bonfires.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot for all ages! Our family gathered from five states for an extended weekend to celebrate our most recent Purdue grad. This well-maintained, clean spacious home filled with amenities as well as its location couldn't have been more perfect for all ages. The young grandkids loved the swing set, hammocks, water table, toys and the kids section Indiana Beach Amusement Park for an afternoon. The rest of the crowd enjoyed the large gathering area and kitchen/grill, comfy beds, hot tub and an afternoon of boating on Lake Shafer - having our own dock access was a plus. While in the heart of the activities, the home felt private. All of us would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

will m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
By far the best communication I have ever had with a host. Heidi was super responsive and accommodating to our family's needs. Additionally, the house was stocked with all the little things we often forget, which was appreciated. The location was perfect for both time at the Indiana Beach amusement park as well as for renting a boat for the lake. We loved the access to the Kayak and the fire pits, but spent most of our time on the large screened in porches playing games with the family while looking at the lake. The house was immaculate and felt more like a home than a rental property. We were super impressed with the quality of the house. It was a perfect 10 for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house, perfect for a ladies weekend! Excellent communications, plenty of amenities and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is beautiful, clean, well stocked for large groups and has an awesome view of the lake! Hosts were quick to respond to any questions and had simple instructions posted around home which was very helpful! It is just minutes away from Indiana Beach too! Highly recommend them for large groups of 10-15 guests :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean O.

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

Great location for family fun

Hosts have set up an incredible place that is perfect for a family getaway. The proximity to Indiana Beach and other great activities (boating, fishing kayaking) make this a real gem. Definitely would recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margie J.

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

Beautiful Home!

Lots of room, very well-kept, and a one block walk to the amusement park plus a swing set on the property and easy access to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Great home for a group of adults

Big house, very nice host!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful Time

Beautiful house ... enjoyed our time great memories made !!! Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marilyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, comfortable beds, clean, nice hot tub and fire pit. Great to be a 5-10 min walk to amusement park. Attached apartment worked well for daughters family with little ones
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Great lake house!

This was the perfect spot for our family of 8 to spend the weekend! We had a range from teens to Grand Parents in town for a graduation and the house was perfect. Plenty of space for everyone and such a great setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Top shelf accommodations

The best equipped and user-friendly we have ever stayed at. We all loved this house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Amazing Ladies Weekend!

Fantastic property, plenty of space for everyone! Comfortable bedrooms, extremely clean and kitchen was well stocked! Huge hot tube, gorgeous property with beautiful lake views. Highly recommend and great communication with the owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

A week at Piper House

The property and home were delightful.Our family of 13 had a great time. Host was very gracious when we had some.annoyance from an erratic smoke alarm.and a.dishwasher that would not start - neither of which probed to be a major problem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house for a large group.

The owner Heidi was friendly, the house was well appointed and well stocked. Had a great time with a large group of multiple ages. Lots of toys and lots of quite spots too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

LOVED IT

This place was great. It’s literally 5 minutes walking to Indiana Beach. The property has direct access to the lake and has many great amenities. It’s very likely the best place to stay in all of Monticello. Book now!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Great house with great amenities!

We had 4 families stay in the house. Each couple got their own room, and the kids shared the two bunk rooms. The separation between the two spaces was perfect for letting the little ones nap throughout the day! Great outdoor spaces too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kimberly r.

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

Annual trip

We have been staying in this property for over five years. We’ve been coming to the area for 38 years. We love the house it’s perfect for our needs and a great location. The owners are great and always very responsive. It’s a great run property beautiful house, beautiful decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlene S.

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

Family Affair

Pace was perfect for all ages. Very well equipped. Kids walked to amusement park every day!! Nearby restaurants were family friendly. Play yard was a godsend for the little ones.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Lake-side and Amusement Park!!

This is our third time staying at this property and we already booked a weekend for next year. Heidi's house is great for 3 families, each with their own restroom and bedrooms to accommodate multiple kids. We swam in the lake, and hot tub - walked to the amusement park, it was great! The swing set is really for younger kids - so just keep that in mind, but it didn't matter to us because there was so many other things to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for family gathering

This place was perfect for our annual family thanksgiving get together. The home itself is beautiful, well-appointed, and had all we needed to prepare a lot of meals and enjoy playing games, the hot tub and hanging out. We chose this house for its central location to family coming from Canada, Chicago and southern Indiana so the lakefront wasn’t really a factor this time of year, but we would love to visit again in the summer to take advantage of all the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julie l.

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

Perfect weekend with family!

The Piper house was absolutely wonderful! Everything is as pictured. The location is perfect for walking to and from the Indiana Beach Amusement Park. Communication was excellent with very thorough instructions and prompt responses. No issues whatsoever. We are already booked for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Indy500 Mathis Tradition

This is our second stay at the Piperhouse which fits perfectly for our growing family. The layout, the location, the lake, and with a teen, the amusement park, were perfect. The communication with the owners is pleasant and very timely! The pictures are accurate and well kept! We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Annual Family Trip

This is our third year at Piper House and our family loves staying here. It’s located across from the boat rental, so super easy to get a day of boating in. The house is laid out perfectly for our kids and their families. Having two kitchens, laundry on-site and one large dining space is essential for our growing family. The owners are responsive and have been fantastic to work with before, during and after our stay. We are booked for next year, and we look forward to being back at Piper House! 😊
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

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

Spring break 2023

Heidi was a very responsive host! She was there to answer any questions we had during our stay. The house was beautiful and exactly as pictured. We had a great time making memories with our kids and grandkids! Our grandson left toys there and Heidi made sure they were returned to us! Thanks again for a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023