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The cottage at Lake Sylvan

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Rome City, IN
  • Place, Sylvan Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kerr Island
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Gate Theater
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The cottage at Lake Sylvan

Lovely cottage in Rome City Indiana located close to Sylvan Lake. Sylvan Lake is a 700-acre all sports lake, where you can enjoy jet skis, swimming, fishing, skiing or just boating around the 16 miles of shoreline. There is a nature preserve on The Big Island, accessible by boat with over 2 miles of hiking trails. Gene Stratton-Porter State Memorial Park, Sylvan Cellars Event Center and Mother Mercy Event Center is a short drive away. The Cottage is a short walk to the public boat ramps, grocery store and bait shop. The Cottage has a big yard to park your cars and boat trailer. Cottage is furnished with ac, wifi, new carpet and new appliances. One queen bed room downstairs, finished loft with double, single and another portable queen if you need it.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Stairs to loft are steep not suitable for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
No occupied travel trailers, no tarps on fence

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 first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Rome City

Located in Rome City, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chain O' Lakes State Park and Sylvan Lake, while Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site and Mid-America Windmill Museum are cultural highlights.
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Rome City, IN

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kerr Island - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 30 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum - 33 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 44 min drive - 67.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo Station - 34 min drive
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Twin Six Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Five Lakes Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The cottage at Lake Sylvan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The cottage at Lake Sylvan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The cottage at Lake Sylvan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The cottage at Lake Sylvan located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Sylvan Lake and Kerr Island. Gem Island and Cook Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th time staying in the beautiful cottage. The property is well maintained and wonderful amenities!!! We have found plenty of places to visit close and wonderful food also!!! David always makes sure to be a phone call away if needed. He is a wonderful host!!
Shipshewana lights
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway, close to the lake, wonderful walking paths and more. The cottage is more than comfortable, like a home away from home and the host was easy communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was nice, neat and comfortable. David was very easy to communicate with and the overall experience was great. If we ever get back out that way, we would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charlie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check-in was seamless, very easy. The kitchen facility was wonderful. Very well equipped, and had everything we needed and then some.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, the cottage is immaculately clean, well-appointed and very comfortable. The rain last night on the metal roof took us right back to our childhood grandparents’ homes. We’ve been renting this cottage for at least 5 years and we’ll continue renting this one as long as it’s available. You’ll not find a more accommodating host in all of your VRBO rental searches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Super

Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi U.

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

Cozy Getaway

We loved the layout and coziness.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Great cottage

This was a simple but yet beautiful cottage! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casandra P.

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

Lake and Relaxation

David was very easy to communicate and got us booked for a last minute vacation. The cottage is cozy. We really enjoyed being able to walk to the lake where there are park benches to look at the wildlife. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena W.

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

Family Vacation

Great location, close to our family, very comfortable and clean. Host was prompt and friendly. Will stay here again, amd recommend to our friends and family!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Amazing

David was a great host and was extremely accommodating during my stay. He was extremely easy to get a hold of when needed. The cottage is a cute little home in a nice small town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley L.

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

Weekend Stay

Overall this VRBO was exactly what I needed. I was staying in town with 2 friends for a weekend race.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Quiet and peaceful

This home had everything we needed. Comfortable beds, and very clean would recommend to others
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

Great weekend in Shipshewana!

Cottage was very clean and accommodating. Good location to stay for shows at the Blue Gate theater in Shipshewana. We will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

Another great stay

We absolutely love our stay in the cottage. Communication is always amazing and the neighborhood is quiet with very pleasant neighbors. We enjoy eating at The Sylvan Lake Diner around the corner and plenty of local stores to get anything you may need. We will definitely suggest this beautiful little cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

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

Just visiting

Great property. Fairly priced!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

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

Clean Cozy house near the lake!

The house was clean and in a great location. The owner was very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Short stay

Perfect for our stay in Indiana! Attended a Notre Dame Football game as well as visiting family in LaGrange. Would stay again. Thanks David!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly L.

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

Christmas visit

We go to Sylvan lake area at least twice a year to see family. This place is just a short walk to their place & had everything we needed for this Christmas visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David was wonderful and easy to communicate with. The house was clean, welcoming, fully furnished as described. The ONLY negative was that a couple pictures of the property made it look like it was on the water, and it was not. It was less than a block from the water... still had to walk or drive to get there. We had a peaceful, relaxing, and restful stay... exactly what we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim D.

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

Golf and nd game

Property as listed ..nice safe beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Quiet neighborhood

Cozy cottage in a quiet neighborhood. David is a great host. Centrally located from Shipshewanna, Napanee and Ft Wayne. Highly recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James B.

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

Great Place To Sleep

Was just looking for a place to lay our heads after spending time at the lake with family, nothing fancy. For the price, it was as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Clean and quiet

Super nice cottage in a quiet neighborhood that had everything I needed. The internet was fast and reliable. Everything was clean and comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by David Billows

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