Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ethan L.
Nov 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ethan L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in delightful Elkhart with WiFi
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Elkhart, IN
- Place, Heaton Lake6 min drive
- Place, Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum6 min drive
- Place, RV Hall of Fame & Museum8 min drive
- Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in delightful Elkhart with WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Return the key to the Lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Elkhart
Located in Elkhart, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Ruthmere Mansion and The Lerner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wellfield Botanic Gardens and National New York Central Railroad Museum. Strikes and Spares Entertainment Center and Legend Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Elkhart, IN
What's nearby
- Heaton Lake - 6 min drive - 9.5 km
- Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
- RV Hall of Fame & Museum - 8 min drive - 12.4 km
- Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve - 8 min drive - 12.0 km
- Wellfield Botanic Gardens - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Chick Fil A - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- 7-Eleven - 6 min drive
- El Camino Real #3 - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin S.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend father and son getaway
Justin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nic B.
Jul 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Nic B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley M.
Sep 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashley M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelby Z.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelby Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
donna h.
May 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remember old times
donna h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
Aug 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lisa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa H.
Jul 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Alyssa H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
deborah J.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
deborah J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Santa Bufford and Becky Skipper
I am Santa Bufford on Facebook and my wife Becky is Mrs Claus. We enjoy making our own Maple Syrup and a token bottle is provided for your visit. Becky and I first met in high school back in 1972 and this cottage is where she lived. Her mom passed, on Christmas Eve 2023, and her favorite flower was Forget Me Not's, thus the name of our cottage, 4GetMeKnot. We raised 4 boys whom are all married and we have 6 grandchildren. We are both retired now, Becky was an RN for 47 years and I worked for a local company, Adams Remco, for 42 years. We host because grandma wanted to keep the cottage in the family and we wanted to share the quite and simple lake life for other people to enjoy.
While we love having our Vrbo guests, please note this is also our family lake house and there will be a pontoon parked at the pier. Our family in town comes to use it from time to time, including access to the garage only. Rest assured, they will not disrupt your stay. We have them use the north side of the yard at all times to get on and off the pontoon. This boat is not for use. There is however, space for another boat.
While we love having our Vrbo guests, please note this is also our family lake house and there will be a pontoon parked at the pier. Our family in town comes to use it from time to time, including access to the garage only. Rest assured, they will not disrupt your stay. We have them use the north side of the yard at all times to get on and off the pontoon. This boat is not for use. There is however, space for another boat.
Why they chose this property
4GetMeKnot is on a dead-end street on the east side of the big Simonton lake, therefore it is very quite with minimal traffic. Everyone who lives here pretty much knows each other, so don't be surprised when people wave at you. Friendly is our motto.
What makes this property unique
We are one of the original cottages on Simonton Lake. Built in 1941, it has that laid-back cottage feel to it. With a large tree on the south side and two big maples on the west/southwest, the beautiful shade provides very comfortable living conditions in the cottage and on the front porch deck. The front yard to the sandy beach gets plenty of sun for the sunbathers and yard games. We also have a pier for those that want to bring a boat or pontoon. The east side of the lake, where we are, is the most desired area because it is shallow enough for children to play and with a sandy bottom. It is shallow for a long way out, therefore the passing boats stay out farther which creates less waves and fewer bouncing boats. Yet it is deep enough to dock boats to our pier.
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