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⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓

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Captain Bill’s sundeck overlooking the heated pool.
The guest lodge is modern and offers sophisticated living at Cataract Lake
The heated pool is shared with Captain Bill and guests.
Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances.
The exterior of Captain Bill's Guest Lodge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Poland, IN
  • Lieber State Park
  • Cataract Falls
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • C Bar C Expo Center
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Ground Level Bathroom

Toilet

Main level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓

Welcome to Captain Bill's Guest House at Cagels Mill Lake (aka Cataract Lake)! This gorgeous home offers modern amenities in a countryside setting. Perfect for hikers, bikers, boaters, fishermen and anyone looking to unplug and enjoy lake life or just breath the country air. This two-story home is newly remodeled with modern decor and an updated fully-stocked kitchen. You will love the open concept and natural light along with your very own private balcony.

We're located seconds from the boat ramp and a short drive to scenic Cataract Falls and Lieber State Recreation Area. Boat parking is available and easily accessible on the property. For those of you who want a motorcycle adventure, the house is centrally located around some of the best country riding roads in the state. Garage parking is permitted for motorcycles.

Next to Captain Bill's guest house is Captain Bill's main home. Depending on the time of year, guests are welcome to our shared seasonal heated pool. The pool is in a private setting and offered to our rental guests. Depending on when you go you may have the entire pool area to yourself or shared with Captain Bill and friends.

Property manager

William Kessler
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Poland

Located in Poland, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Clover Meadows Golf Course and Pine Woods Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lieber State Park and Deer Creek Fish and Wildlife Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Poland, IN

What's nearby

  • Cataract Falls - 19 min drive - 12.6 km
  • C Bar C Expo Center - 21 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Lincoln Park Speedway - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
  • DePauw University - 34 min drive - 33.8 km
  • McCormick's Creek State Park - 38 min drive - 41.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪C Bar C Expo Center - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Buck and Dumb Bass Outdoors - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Corner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cataract Lake Lodge - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ernie Pyle Island and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lieber State Park. Cataract Falls and Hulman Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great place!

We have stayed here before and love it here. The pool is great and the hosts are lovely! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

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

Excellent relaxing stay

Captain Bill's Guest House was a wonderful choice for us. We wanted to go hiking at the various state parks in the area and there were several excellent ones nearby. After a full day of hiking we were able to go back and relax by the pool. I have never seen a more beautifully landscaped pool area. It was truly amazing! There was lots of shade if you did not want to be in the heat of the sun or you could get full sun if you wanted.Uncle Bill was extremely friendly! At first we were a bit nervous about sharing the pool area with other guests and the owner but Uncle Bill and the other guests were very welcoming and we enjoyed visiting with them.A fantastic choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Great relaxing get away and close to boat ramp at Cataract Falls lake

Great place to stay. Convenient location to Cataract Falls and boat ramp. Great local places to eat breakfast and dinner. Bill was great to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Relaxing

We were celebrating our 15 yr anniversary and this place was perfect for our getaway. The place was clean and everything we needed was available. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Accommodations were nice, pool area was gorgeous and relaxing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

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

Repeat Visit

This was our second visit and we still like the location and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place for a relaxing weekend.

Property is unique and warming. We will stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

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

Beautiful lake, falls & stay

We had a great time in the beautiful guest house within a minute drive of the lake. 15 minutes from the beautiful Cataract Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney G.

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

Relaxing

The location was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Weekend stay

Friendly, helpful host. Very clean and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

heather y.

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

Cozy & Comfortable

Very clean comfortable and cozy they really thought of everything for their guests would definitely recommend to others thanks for sharing your rental with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Chuck Z.

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

Cute spot - steep stairs

Cute little house. Clean and comfortable. Only thing I’d note is where you stay is on 2nd floor, and the staircase is extremely steep, with short treads and some hand holds instead of railing and only on one side. Carrying gear up and down the staircase is sketchy. There is almost no cell service so I had to walk a ways down the drive to get a single bar in order to open the app and get my message with the code to open the front door of the house. I would recommend screen shotting the message with the code prior. We did not go to the pool area, so no comment there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

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

Fall 2021 southern Indiana trip

Very nice 1 bedroom home, very comfortable, had everything we needed, beautiful walk to the lake, so close to parks and bridges!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeni S.

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

Girls Getaway

We loved the relaxing pool area, the back deck up in the trees and the studio rental was the perfect amount of space for us. Thank you for your quick responses to our questions. We would love to bring more friends and fill all the units and the pool area! Loved this hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

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

Perfect

My wife and I stayed for a few nights for our 5th wedding anniversary. The location was great and the accommodations were amazing. We couldn't asked for a more perfect getaway. Thank you for allowing us to come and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O., Loveland, OH

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

Beautiful cabin

My wife and I had a very nice, quick stay. We didn't have the weather or time to enjoy the deck, but the cabin is beautiful inside. Definitely take time to visit Cataract Falls -- it is worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

4th Of July Mini Vacay

We chose this place for a last minute mini vacation and wanted a place with a pool for our son and nephew to swim. Location is one hour from our home but the place felt like a resort in another state! Captain Bill and First Mate Becky are very generous to share their beautiful space ! The apartment had everything needed to cook , clean and play! We also met new friends that were staying in one of Captain Bills other cottages down the hill from us. Our son said to give this place a 10/10 and we AGREE! We will be planning another trip here soon :) Thank you Captain Bill and First Mate Becky !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy D.

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

Indiana family

Perfect location close to our Indiana family for visiting grandkids with the pool access as an extra perk. Captain Bill and First Mate Becky are very welcoming and gracious hosts. Loved the nautical theme and size of the garage upstairs apartment, although there's a noticeable musty smell and signs of some water damage on the ceiling kitchen area; the patio furniture appeared to have never been cleaned yet this summer, otherwise would have given a 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

More treehouse than boat.

First, the owners are very nice and accommodating. Graceful and caring. Sitting on the sofa, looking out every window you see tree canopy. The deck feels like it is 50' off the ground. You are surrounded by mature trees and gain that "at ease feeling". The pool area is awesome, although neither our health nor the weather co-operated. Great property. We will likely return in the near future. Thanks Captain Bill and First-Mate Becky!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Relaxing by the pool

This is one of the nicest rentals I've ever been to. My adult daughter and I needed a 2 night getaway and we just wanted to relax. When I saw pictures of the pool area, I knew this was the place. Captain Bill and Becky are serious about making sure every detail is covered. The pool is just 20 steps or so across the drive and the private door opens up to a tropical paradise. The unit that we stayed in was loft-style above a garage, but was spacious and tastefully decorated. The steps could be an issue for someone with mobility problems, but they own several units in the area. This is a rural area, but several quaint restaurants are within driving distance. There are also many places to check out in the area parks. Cataract Falls was breathtaking. Hike or relax, or do both. I had read in another review that they provided everything you need for your stay and that was very accurate. I would definitely recommend this rental and hope to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan D.

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

Beautiful Property and Amazing Hosts

The house was beautiful and had normal lights along with Blue Lights on the inside of the house. The blue lights lit up the whole house! and the pool was across the driveway in a fenced in area. The "fence" was beautiful wood and as soon as we walked into the door through the fence and we were amazed by how beautiful the pool and all the decor was. We met with the First Mate (Becky) and she was super friendly and very helpful. She showed us around and gave us a few pointers about the property. At night when the sun went down the pool area also looked absolutely beautiful with the blue lights around the pool area. The property was only a 13 minute drive to the beautiful Cataract Falls! The communication and friendliness were amazing. Both Captain Bill (William) and his First Mate (Becky) were super friendly and understanding. And we can't forget about all the sailing and fishing decor! It fit right in with the theme! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

great weekend away

We’ve stayed at this place before. It’s beautiful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Awesome Place

Love it and the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

Lovely and relaxing

Really enjoyed our stay here, The hosts were wonderful and helpful. The place was perfect for the two of us and the surrounding area was beautiful. Interesting places to see were the Cataract Falls State Recreation Area, the Owen Valley Winery, and several good diners near by.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by William Kessler

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In 1987 I had the good fortune of playing in the Pan American Games held in Indianapolis. It was that tournament that qualified my team to compete In the 1988 Olympic Games in the sport of Team Handball. I wrote in my diary the day before leaving Indianapolis that I felt as if I would live in this city someday. So here I am, since 1989. Love it!!!

After settling in Indy, and starting a couple of businesses, I purchased the large lakehouse adjacent to Guest Lodge, where you can find me most weekends. For years, I've made memories with family and friends on Cataract Lake and the area has become my second home. You'll find me at the lake, on my motorcycle, or enjoying my backyard and home most the time. I love hosting guests and making new friends so feel free to say HI!

Why they chose this property

My vacation weekend home is adjacent to this property. I thought it would be an excellent property for my friends when they visited. Turns out I have more properties than friends. Well... not really, but it was so well received that I decided to extend the invite to others that might be interested in the area. It is a charming property that you can see for yourself in the pictures. It is what it is and what you make of it. I enjoy having people stay and create memories of their own and whatever I can do to make it just a little more special, I will do it. This property and the location is more than just a cabin by the lake. It's an experience.

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