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Tranquil Lake Cottage

Monticello accommodation with kitchen

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Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Whyte Horse Winery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Monticello

In Monticello .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Monticello cottage, you'll find Hollow Acres Golf Center and Whyte Horse Winery. White County Memorial Hospital and IU Health White Memorial Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whyte Horse Winery - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Monticello City Park - 15 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Shafer - 25 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 27 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Purdue University - 49 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 43 min drive
  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Monticello - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chalmers House est 2023 - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Dock - ‬19 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.

Tranquil Lake Cottage

This beautiful decorated cottage is perfect for a family or group. There is lots of indoor and outdoor seating to enjoy the view of the lake and watching the bald eagles soar any time of the year. This location is close to Indiana Beach Amusement Park, Wineries, Stores, Restaurants and parks.
The space
With an open floor plan and 12 ft butcher block island this cottage is perfect for entertaining. There is a fully stocked kitchen and high end appliances to make you feel right at home. There is plenty of seating in the Family room to watch Tv or read by the wood burning stove. There is an expansive deck overlooking the lake and a deck above the boat lift down by the water to enjoy the sun, fishing or jumping off into the water. This place has a cozy feel that will make it hard to leave.
Guest access
You will have Access to the entire main floor of this cottage. There is a basement but it is not finished and not intended for guests.
Other things to note
We have a full variety of life jackets, floats and water mat for guests to use free of charge. We have a rule of any child under 14 must wear a life jacket in the water due to the depth of the lake off our dock.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all used beds unmade
Place all used towels in main bath shower
Take all trash to outdoor bins
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please leave our home in the same manner as when you arrived. If an accident happens, please let us know so we can repair or replace broken item.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Tranquil Lake Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying at this beautifully updated home. Everything was clean. The kitchen was well equipped, and the living room and bedrooms very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors area as well. It was a treat to be able use the kayak and paddle-board right from the dock in the backyard—and there were so many seating areas outside to enjoy!Our young adult children loved having a sleepover in the room with the 2 double bunk beds. The location was perfect for us as it was a pretty easy 30 minute drive on country roads to and from Purdue University. We were able to attend an event near campus with our college student AND have a mini-vacation where we were able to enjoy lake living. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Sunrise with the ducks. It was so fun to watch the fish jumping in the water in the early morning!
Sunrise in October
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy A., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
This lake cottage is a fantastic property! Clean, great space for entertaining, and decorated so beautifully! The lake front is perfect with so many places to enjoy lake views outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Home for Purdue Family Weekend

This home is 35 minutes away from Purdue but was a great option for a couple of parents to see their kids for the weekend and take a break from West Lafayette. The home was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard, Parker

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful location and property. We rented for a weekend to attend a Purdue football game and if we lived closer would love to return in the summer to enjoy the setting and lake. Thanks Amy for sharing, you are a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!

This was the best vrbo experience we have ever had. The host communicated efficiently and quickly (usually within 5 minutes). The place was immaculate and well stocked with anything that you would need. Would 100% recommend staying here and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Property!

My family had a terrific stay at this property! The home is amazing! It is so beautiful yet so comfortable. It has everything needed for a wonderful vacation. The outside has so many different areas to relax and enjoy the awesome views of the lake. The host was very accommodating and so easy to communicate with. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this fantastic property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Liked: Cleanliness

70th Wedding Anniversary

My Aunt and Uncle celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary in nearby Lafayette so we decided to rent this lake house for our immediate family for a mini vacation. We couldn't have been more pleased....the property is beautiful, the lake house so inviting & comfortable and the owners couldn't have made us feel more 'at home' helping us with where to shop, finding local attractions & restaurants...they were just super! We definitely will return when the next family reunion is held. Our entire family strongly recommends....you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful hosts and house

My family of seven had a great time on this property. The house was beautiful and the backyard and pier were wonderful. We loved our stay! Our host was also incredibly responsive and kind. Every detail was thoughtfully considered.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls get away

Beautiful home, well stocked, attention to details, several areas to enjoy the outdoors and the lake!! Responsive owner. Great week.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

lake house family vacation

We had never done this so we didn't know what to expect. Myself and husband three adult kids (2 with spouses) and six grandkids. We arrived at the house and it was beautiful!! We weren't sure what to expect with kids on the lake with no beach, but with all the life jackets and toys the house provided we couldn't get the kids out of the water. This house is beautiful, well kept, and has everything you need to have a great vacation without even leaving the driveway. I highly recommend staying here. My family is already talking saying they want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place for a family get together.

The place was gorgeous! Everything was clean when we got there and left it the same way! All the neighbors were extremely friendly! Fishing was great we brought home over 100 fish just off the dock and another 100 from the boat we brought. Water was great best vacation we’ve had!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Property

We very much enjoyed our stay in this wonderful lakefront property. I would absolutely stay again if I’m the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023