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2025 Bennington 20 SSR.115 HP.Augers for the sandbar,NO CHEETOS on the boat! lol
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Big Chapman Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Warsaw, IN
  • Place, Big Chapman Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Webster Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wawasee
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom - 1 twin trundle (sleeps 2)

1 Twin Bed

3rd Bedroom - 1 full over full bunk bed (sleeps 4)

2 Double Beds and 3 Child Beds

Master Bedroom - King (sleeps 2)

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8!

The Pontoon is NOT included in the daily rate but can be added for an additional fee.

The Sunset Cottage is ideally located on Chapman Lake facing West overlooking the entire lake. You can swim right off the seawall as the sandy area is an ideal location for all sorts of water fun! The water depth is about 18” and it slowly tapers off to deeper water. The swimming area is quite large so bring a chair or floaty and have hours of endless fun whether you are young or young at heart. There are 2 sandbars on Big Chapman with shallow areas ranging from 1’ - waist deep. Tie up and have a great time! In the evening, sit around the campfire (firewood is included!), make s’mores & most importantly memories that will last a lifetime. No smoking or pets.

Pontoon information: WE HAVE A NEW PONTOON THIS YEAR!!

2025 Bennington 20SSR. It is 20’ in length with a 115 HP Yamaha motor. Maximum Capacities: 10 persons or 1400 lbs. Permitted use from Dawn to Dusk. The pontoon is exclusive to the Cottage. A tubbing package can be added for $69 which includes 1, 2-person tube. (Refer to contract for all rules / regulations / requirements)

The home is located lakeside with a built-in channel so your friends or family can pick you up to enjoy the sandbar or tie up your own pontoon or I/O boat. There is a public boat launch on the Southeast side of Chapman Lake.

Check-in: 3 p.m. EST (earlier check-in at 11 a.m. for $99 might be available, please inquire if interested)

Check-out: 11 a.m. EST (late check-out at 3 p.m. for $99, might be available, please inquire if interested)

The property has 3 bedrooms; 1 king bed, 1 twin trundle bed (each are twin size) and bunk beds (each are full size) and 1 bathroom; Sleeps 8. Amenities include: Central A/C, Cable TV and Wifi via YouTube TV, Ceiling fan in the living room, Weber Propane grill on the deck, Campfire (wood is included for free!), a small portable slide, Corn hole, 1 Stand Up Paddle Board (11'2' long), Paddle Boat, and other miscellaneous water toys / floats.

Located on Chapman Lake, an all-sports lake that is connected to Little Chapman Lake which offers a slower pace. The spring-fed lakes comprise a total of 638 acres.

Lake Information:
Big Chapman Lake: All-sports (boat, ski, fish, etc.)
Little Chapman Lake: No wake (10 MPH or less)
39' maximum depth with average depth of 12'5"

Fishing Information:
Bluegill, Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Longear, Northern Pike, Redear, Walleye, Yellow Perch

Overnight mooring of any watercraft is not allowed unless authorized by owners.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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
No smoking inside the home

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7888740ha
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
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

About the neighborhood

Warsaw

Located in Warsaw, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wawasee and Oppenheim Woods, while Wagon Wheel Theatre and Billy Sunday Home Museum are cultural highlights. With kayaking, snorkeling, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Warsaw, IN

What's nearby

  • Big Chapman Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Webster Lake - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lake Wawasee - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 54 min drive - 74.6 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 54 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8!?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8! on Oct 1, 2026 start from $299, 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 Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swim, fish, have fun at the sandbar & cruise the lake! Sleeps 8! located?

This family-friendly Warsaw vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Chapman Lake and Tippecanoe Lake. Stanton Lake and Big Barbee Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

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

Great Family Summer Vacay

Sunset Cottage was wonderful for our family getaway over the 4th of July. The cottage is clean, well-stocked, and has a wonderful view of the lake. The inclusion of the pontoon makes this rental perfect! The owners are responsive and make your stay easy. Hope to be back again sometime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dena s.

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

Nice lake view

Had a very nice stay. Nice deck with a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Beautiful setting

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The house was great for what we needed and the location was perfect for playing on the lake. The hosts were available if we needed anything and they made the whole experience very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

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

Wonderful

We had a perfectly wonderful fall getaway at the Sunset cottage. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

In town due to death of father

My father loved the water and fishing so I chose to stay somewhere that would honor his life. The place was perfect and the host was very accommodating. He even allowed us to have a very small service for my father next to the water. I highly recommend this vrbo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Lake getaway for bride to be

Our bride to be wanted to have a chill weekend getaway at a lake for her bachelorette and this was perfect! We took the boat out on the water and had a fabulous time. We were happy to beat the heat with the great air conditioning afterwards, and then we made a fire at night and made smores. Emerson was very responsive when we needed anything and we would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia E.

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

Bach party!

We had an awesome weekend at the sunset cottage for my sisters bachelorette party. We swam in little chapman, hung out at the sand bar, went for morning coffee boat rides, and had ourselves a grand fire to end the weekend. The house was very clean, plenty room for everyone, and the porch was great for all of us to visit. Emerson was a great host, next door if you need anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Great outdoor space and supplies.

Inside was very clean and well organized. One suggestion: install an "adult" toilet. The current one is very small and low to the ground. Also, check for wasps nesting in the outdoor umbrella before guests arrive. Please!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

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

Nice location, great property, but unable to stay due to horrible weather

The property was great! LOVED the location. Unfortunately, after only 3 hours a tornado came through and ruined some of the property, took out the power, damaged the pontoon, and destroyed other properties around as well. We had to turn around and go home, sadly, but the owner was very helpful with getting our money refunded. We WILL be renting this property again next year and will have another update then. Thank you to the owner for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Nice lake and great time had by all!

We had a wonderful time at the lake. Emerson was fantastic at communicating and he was available anytime we needed him. We were out on the lake before a storm, so with the waves and the wind, the boat kept moving away from the dock as we tried to bring it in. Emerson and his wife were johnny on the spot with a rope to help pull us toward the dock. The neighbors around us were kind and friendly. We enjoyed our time with our family and would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Definitely was easy to swim, fish and make memories here!

We had a short (3-night) but perfect mid-week stay at this new rental. The owners were so pleasant and really provided everything one could want for a great vacation. At the time that we reserved, there were very few reviews, and we had never been to this lake, so one has to rely on the listing. The pics are spot-on, though impossible to also capture the soaring trees/shade, fresh breezes, panoramic view, sun-warmed stones leading from the stairs to the deck or glittering lake in late afternoon. The description is pretty darn accurate, too, though not conveying the number of beautiful new lawn chairs (so many choices), shed full of firewood/kindling, numerous life vests, plentiful towels, etc. A few things to note: Water shoes may be helpful (lake bottom is sandy/rocky), the 3 stairs from seawall to water are slick (we were warned), and there is no dishwasher (just in case you assumed). As one reviewer pointed out, there are about 20 steps from deck to grass, so may be necessary for some to consider. They are solid concrete, lit at night, with two sturdy railings. If boating, one thing that may help is to know the "no wake" hours - would confirm, but something like 45 mins. before sunset to sunrise. Also, entrance to Little Chapman was not self-explanatory or marked that we saw, but between lily pads at about 10 o'clock from the rental (please fact-check this - owner or any neighbor could confirm). We rented a speedboat and brought two screw anchors, which worked like a charm and didn't need to "settle", though there is a spot with eye hooks in the channel. The lake was never crowded. And since a speedboat, we fished mainly off the seawall at dusk and hooked a few bluegills, perch and one picture-worthy bass with bobbers/nightcrawlers. And have to mention, the house is quite tidy and well-appointed, though we truly only used it to sleep and to cook (bringing food out to deck for meals with a great view) -- The outside was too big a draw to want to be inside! We also found the location to be close to town and easy to find at night. We'd be remiss in not thanking you again, Emerson and Natalie, for a truly fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2020
We are so glad that you and your family had a great time!! Hope to see you again in the near future. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey w.

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

Great Lake side cabin

Had a great time with my family over the Thanksgiving break.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Excellent!!

This property was very nice and clean!! We had a beautiful view of the lake!! Very peaceful and relaxing!! Emerson was very quick to respond to any questions we had. We definitely enjoyed our stay and will recommend to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay in that area. Thank you again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlie b.

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

Good stay

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

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

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful deck and boat. Cottage was a bit dated, but supplied all our needs. Had a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney C.

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

Great Place

The property, views of the lake and boat made for the best girls trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Outstanding location and hosts!

Wonderful home with outstanding hosts. Very clean and lots of helpful amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

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

Stay at Sunset Cottage

Our family had a great time at Sunset Cottage. Emerson and Natalie were gracious hosts. Shallow swimming area was perfect for little kids. The boat was in excellent condition. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Perfect Lakefront Getaway

Our family of 7, including children ages 5-17, had a wonderful week at Sunset Cottage! There were many outdoor activities to keep us entertained (paddle boat, paddle board, fishing, swimming, boating & tubing) during the day. We enjoyed the evenings grilling and playing in the yard. The ease of the boat rental and the attentiveness to make sure we had a full tank of gas each day allowed us to truly relax & focus on our family! We hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

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

Absolute Lake Gem!

Emerson and his wife are the best. Place was even better than the pictures. Boat was brand new and was awesome to take out to thr sandbar and cruise lake to lake. Will be back again! Thanks for the memories E!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

WONDERFUL GETAWAY

EMERSON AND NATALIE DO AN AMAZING JOB KEEPING THE PROPERTY SPIC AND SPAN AND UPDATED WITH EVERYTHING YOU COULD NEED. WE SPENT MANY HOURS ON THE PONTOON AND THE LAKE WAS SO NICE. WE CAUGHT FISH AND CRUISED THE BEAUTIFUL SHORELINES. THE CABIN WAS QUIET AND PRIVATE. ALREADY PLANNING A RETURN TRIP FOR LATER. GARY AND CONNIE LOUISVILLE, KY
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

Lovely views at sunset cottage

We had a lovely fall stay at the sunset cottage. The views from the deck are gorgeous. The cottage is sparkling clean and has all the amenitites to make your stay comfortable and cozy. The kitchen is well stocked with more equipment than any rental I've been to, which is great. The pontoon boat was a great way to get out on the water in mid October, and the lake is beautiful. We also had fun playing corn hole and other games. Emerson is a gracious host and willing to assist in any way to make your stay more comfortable. The cottage is so well decorated and makes you feel right at home. We would recommend it to anyone...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

James H.

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

Family get together

Home was very clean. Very nice deck over looking lake. Only problem was some of the electrical outlets are worn and hard to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Short fishing trip

Cottage was clean and stocked with everything you need for fishing or just to relax. The boat looked brand new and drove great! The owners are wonderful and great to work with! We definitely recommend this cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

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

great father son fishing trip

clean and perfect for this trip
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Emerson Poort

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The cottage has recently been remodeled in the spring of 2020. Our goal is to ensure each visitor has a great time therefore if there is anything that we can do to make your stay more enjoyable please let us know.

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