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Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore

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The Aubenaubee Lodge sits ground level to the lake
beautiful sunsets nightly from front patio!
Sunset from living room
Front of the house facing the lake
Lakeside Screen porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 133200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Culver, IN
  • Place, Lake Maxinkuckee
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Culver Academies Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino South Bend
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 5

4 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore

This large historic lake cottage was first built as a boathouse and fishing lodge around 1900. It sits right on the lake on a large piece of property in the middle of the historic East shore, comfortably sleeping 13 people with our 5 bedrooms. There are 2 large dinning tables accommodating up to 20, it makes a wonderful space for families or groups of friends.
Lounge on the large screened-in porch, and enjoy our huge grassy lawn for sunning and recreation. Ours is one of the few walk out flat lawns to the lake making it easy to watch and play with your children as you can access the lake from ankle deep waters. You can swim, sun, fish and play from the end of the dock in waist-high waters. We have a pontoon boat available to rent separately from the house of a boat lift we can make available for rent if you'd like to bring to bring your own. We also have water toys, floats and a kayak for your enjoyment. The lake is great for skiing and tubing, and the sailing & the eastside sunsets can't be beat!
The Culver Academies are about a 5 minute drive from our house and 7 minutes from town where you can find several wonderful restaurants, an old-fashion root beer stand and a great public beach and playground.
We are also within a 5 minute drive from the Culver marina where you can rent boats, dine in their bar or outdoor grill and shop in their awesome apparel and lake sport shops.

There is also a new cottage that shares the property and pier, and it is available for rent and sleeps 6- 8 (see Ball Family Cottage (559346) Culver listings). You might want to rent both for an even larger gathering!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
There's an additional charge for events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please take kitchen trash to the bins in the carport, pick up is Monday morning, kindly take bins to the edge of the street if you leave Sunday or your is over a Monday
Please return furniture inside and out of the cottage to its original place when you got there
If time allows on your day of departure, please start a load of towels in the wash, this is appreciated, but not at all necessary! We hope you had a wonderful stay at our family’s lake house!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Wedding & Events & parties are possible when renting both properties and consent from the owner.
For events and catered dinners an additional fee @ $300 for a group of 20 people , $675 for additional 40 people, $1500 for maximum of 100 people.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: there's an additional charge for events.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Culver

Located in Culver, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Eppley Auditorium and Fulton County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Culver Academies Golf Course and Fort Knox Paintball, Inc.. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Culver, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Maxinkuckee - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Culver Academies Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Swan Lake Resort - 35 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Potato Creek State Park - 42 min drive - 70.4 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 48 min drive - 81.8 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frida’s Mexican Cuisine & Pancake House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lakehouse Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Max, Culver, IN - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucrezia Trattoria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore on Jun 3, 2026 start from $770, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aubenaubee Lodge of Historic East Shore located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Culver Academies Golf Course, Lake Maxinkuckee, and Huffington Library. Eppley Auditorium is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Cottage with great chara
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with great historic appeal and charm. Comfortable and spacious to accommodate large group and lots of outdoor space to enjoy the lake and the property. Lake Max is beautiful to explore with trail and Culver is easy to navigate with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Our host was easy to contact and very helpful and accomodating so could not have asked for a better situation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leilah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at this vintage home! It was able to accommodate a large number of people. It was so relaxing and fun. It reminded me of how the cottages used to be on the lake when I was a child.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

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

Culver Parents Weekend

The home was in the best location, very neat and lots of Culver memorabilia on display. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

darrin c.

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

Great lake getaway

Beautiful, loved our 3rd summer visit at this property. Great location, unique historic home on Lake Max East shore is a great place to relax and unwind. Working with Janet is always easy. Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Wonderful lake house

My family had a wonderful time at this lake house! The house is beautiful and so charming with all the antiques! It’s located within minutes to restaurants, shopping, and beach area. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

greg b.

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

Great Lake house for large groups

Had a great weekend with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Week at the Lake

Great venue for lake activities and families. Plenty of room for indoor activities. Owner is responsive to needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin U.

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

A great week

We had a great week at the house, the spacious family room was well used when not out on the lake, the lake itself was clean and warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

One of a kind place to stay

We loved our time at this wonderful house! The rooms were lovely, the history so evident in the house was fascinating, and the beautiful location on the lake was superb. Our guests were gobsmacked by the charm. Janet was as great a host as we’ve ever had. And we rented the pontoon boat - which made the weekend extra special for us. We highly recommend the Aubenaubee Lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Wonderful week enjoying lake life

Very well cared for lake house cottage with all entertaining resources. Beds very comfortable and AC works well. Lovely location on Lake Maxinkuckee. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Summer lake vacation

We had a wonderful time at the lake, grilling, boating and swimming. Janet was very helpful, many beds for my family. Made beautiful memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

On lake time…

A very relaxing week with family! A great place to stay full of history ! Plenty of space to spread out or to gather ! An amazing dkning room and screened porch. We had wonderful weather and several opportunities to use the pontoon boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Parents Weekend 2023

Extremely helpful and considerate hosts. The house has all we needed - including historical character. There is plenty of room for socializing coupled with sufficient privacy when needed (when travelling with friends). This is our third time staying at Aubenaubee - and look forward to many more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

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

Picturesque setting

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend at this home. Plenty of space for two families of 5 to spread out. The views are unbelievable. As described, the cottage is a historical home, and it was fun to learn pieces of this during our stay. This was just what we were looking for and we would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Francis H.

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

Perfect Culver Rental

Aubenaubee lodge was the perfect lake cottage for our weekend getaway to Culver. The proximity to the water, large yard, multiple bedrooms and location were perfect. Our party of 7 was more than comfortable in the large home. Janet was very responsive and helpful as we planned our weekend. We look forward to renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great stay at Aubenaubee Lodge

Aubenaubee Lodge was perfect for our family visit. The owner, Janet, was great at communicating with us and made us feel very comfortable staying at her house. She even reached out to us when there was severe weather to make sure everything was in order. We found all of the rooms fit our needs perfectly. Everything was clean and orderly, and gave the feel a being at home at the lake. We also had use of the pontoon boat that was so convenient for use on the lake. We look forward to visiting Culver again and Aubenaubee Lodge will be our top choice. We can't thank Janet enough for sharing her property..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

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

Culver 2023

The property is comfortable and very accommodating for a family of seven adults and two infants under the age of 3. The side yards are extensive and invite outdoor activities and lunches. Bedrooms are ample and comfortable. Common rooms are plentiful and the screen porch a natural setting. The house, while on the older side, is full of tradition and comfort ( had a hard time not to nap while reading in the comfortable chairs!).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Manijeh C.

SPECTACULAR!

This home was literally a museum. We felt so fortunate to have come across your family heirloom!! We will always remember this trip. Thanks SO much, Janet, for allowing us to share your home for a couple days. My cousin painted a picture for me of a Ball Jar and it says "Having a Ball"...................The lake was gorgeous and so was the weather. Thanks, again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

60th Anniversary Celebration

This was our second time staying in this home, and we enjoyed it so much, again. My mother grew up on Lake Maxinkuckee and my parents were married in Culver, so it was a beautiful place to celebrate their 60th anniversary with the whole family. We love how this house sits right at the water level, so there are not a bunch of stairs to navigate to get to the dock. We also rented the pontoon boat that was available. Unfortunately we had a windy week and were only able to use it a few times, but it was fun when we did. The family enjoyed the lake and the home. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

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

Always special

We have stayed at this property twice before and it only gets better. The children and grandchildren know what to expect they love the rooms -they love the historic quality of the home -they love the swing -they love the big front and side yard where they can play corn hole or frisbee or catch baseballs! Janet and Richard are excellent hosts . We love the opportunity to rent a boat! We love the views of the lake from the east shore! We love the sunsets! There are just too many positive things that I am missing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Incredible house with a beautiful view!

We are so thrilled we were able to stay at the Ball lodge. There is so much space to sleep even the largest of parties with 8 twin beds, three full/ queen beds and a daybed between all of the bedrooms. The location is great and the lake views are stunning. We were able to watch the sunset every night from the lakefront yard and it was absolutely beautiful. We will keep this home tip of mind for every other reunion weekend-- looking forward to a new tradition. Also Janet couldn't be more kind and helpful. She was very responsive and attentive. Thank you for having us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Wonderful Lake Vacation

Great property that comfortably fit our family. Host is excellent communicator and planner. Very flexible and accommodating. Minor issue resolved swiftly and professionally. Access to lake is phenomenal with great lake side yard and plenty of room. Kayaks were a real treat and much appreciated. Lot's of refrigerator space made meal planning easy. Extra large dining table made large family meals and game playing easy and fun. We would definitely come back! Beautiful lake side home with lots of charm and space.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margi V.

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

Lake cottage worth so much more than you’ll pay…

This property has equal amounts of centennial charm and modern “necessities.” The cottage is huge, with each bedroom bringing its own charm and spacious abundance, including beautiful bedding, art and historic nostalgia about the family and Culver. I swear we spent hours just looking over all the art, googling info and learning so much more about this once boat house and it’s evolution to a large lake side cottage, that brings many spaces for gathering, warming and simply enjoying the breaking rumble of Lake Max’s small waves. It was way more than we expected and was a lovely closing to a great Culver anniversary weekend. We will be back… and bring more family. We appreciated the opportunity to stay at this family cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Carolyn D.

Winchester Mystery House!

If you are familiar with the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, you will know what I mean. This house is a bit of a maze of rooms...clearly there have been additions and remodels over the years. The interior has not been updated and some rooms do not have closets. One room (the big one upstairs with two beds) doesn't have a door. The large 4-room enclosed deck bedroom can only be accessed by going through the big upstairs bedroom. So, an unconventional lay-out. When we arrived there were several windows open and it was freezing cold. We were able to get the various heaters going and it did warm up eventually. I bet this is a really great house during warm summers, with lots of beds for a large group. Everything was clean and nicely welcoming. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Janet Ball Starkey

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The property was first bought by our grandfather William C. Ball from Muncie, during WWII while my father William (Bill) Ball attended Culver Military Academy and my Aunt Lucina Ball Moxley mourned the loss of her first husband to the war. My siblings, Julie, Chip & John Ball and myself, Janet Ball Starkey, purchased the property in 2009 from our father who owned and maintained it for over 30 years. We all have a long history of wonderful memories growing up spending our summers at the lake.

Why they chose this property

My children, along with my siblings' children have also grown up with fond memories on the lake. I can honestly say all the cousins are more like brothers & sisters because of this lovely space that was provided for them during the summers. It's been one of the most valuable times spent together with family that I treasure dearly. I hope it would be so for your family and friends as well! By renting it out we hope to off-set some of the costs to provide future summer times at the lake.

What makes this property unique

From the large lawn, you can walk straight out to the dock with no steps (unlike many of the lake houses that have long stairs down to the lake). Swimming is easy and is waist or chest deep at the end of the dock. Swing or nap in the lake side hammock & stargaze from the dock on our amazing clear night skies!
Wedding & Events & parties are possible when renting both properties
(512710 & 559346) and consent from the owner.
Additional fee @ $200 for additional 20, $500 for additional 40 people, $1500 for maximum of 100 people

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