Rooms and beds
Bedrooms: 3(People: 5)
Loft
Sofa bed/futon (2)
Bedroom 4
single
Bedroom 2
double
Bedroom 1
king
Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Terrace
- DiningSeating for 6 people
Facilities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- TV
- Internet
- Parking
- Fireplace
- Pets Welcome
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kit
- Smoke detector
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- lakebeautiful quiet lake with "no motor" policy and lots of nature
General
- Air conditioningA window unit on 1st and 2nd floor and ceiling fan
- HeatingGas space heater down, electric heater on ceiling fan upstairs.
- Linens providedSheets, towels, washcloths, blankets, pillows, dish rags/towels
- Washing machinesmall apartment size washer and dryer for limited use by guests
- Clothes dryersmall apartment size dryer for limited guest use
- Fireplace
- Parking availableThe driveway is shared with the cottage next door, but parking for a maximum of 2 cars is available by the stairs going down to the cottage; additional parking available at the top of the driveway
- InternetWifi access
- Towels available
- Wireless Internet
- Kitchen roll
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee makercoffee filters provided
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry itemspaper towels, dish soap, toilet paper, kleenex, hand soap provided
- Dishes & utensilsfull set of dishes and utensils for cooking and dining
Entertainment
- TelevisionSmart TV
- DVD playerDVD player available
- BooksWe have a shelf of books available for guests, who are encouraged to take a book with them if they're not finished or leave a book there if they think it would be of interest to other guests.
- GamesA selection of board games, cards and puzzles are available
- Games for kids
- Video libraryWide selection of DVDs available
Outside
- Kayak/canoe2 kayaks, a rowboat and paddle boat are provided for the use of guests
- BoatRowboat, paddle boat and two kayaks are provided for guests
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water sports equipmentLife jackets and pillows available as well as some water toys (noodles, blow up floats)
- Fire pit
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleaccess to the cottage and the lake requires steep stone steps which makes it difficult for anyone with limited mobility; also the cottage is not set up for large groups and reservation is limited to those listed
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper optional
Notes
- Rowboat, paddleboat and 2 kayaks make exploring the lake easy. While Papakeechie has a "no motor" restriction, it is next to Lake Wawasee, which is the largest natural lake in Indiana. Wawasee provides a variety of opportunities to get out on the water. Part of the beauty of the cottage is that it is right on the lake. This can also present challenges for those with limited mobility as access is via stairs and steep incline.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Steep steps to cottage and lake; no deck railingSteep steps to cottage and lake; no deck railing
Pets allowed - Maximum of two dogsMaximum of two dogs
No events - No large gatherings allowed; see house rules belowNo large gatherings allowed; see house rules below
No smoking
Max guests: 5
Minimum age of primary renter: 21
- The cottage is next door and shares a driveway with our family cottage. Guests are asked to be respectful of parking space.
- The cottage is not appropriate for large gatherings. Unless permission is requested, guests are limited to the number on the reservation.
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC
Location
Hosted by Pam and Dan Leffers
Ask a questionAbout Pam and Dan Leffers
We are from Fort Wayne, Indiana. We are both retired but are active as volunteers and biking, running, etc. . We enjoy outdoor activities, travel and family get-togethers. We have two sons who are married and two grandchildren.
Pam and Dan Leffers purchased this Cabin in 2008
Why Pam and Dan Leffers chose Syracuse
Our family has owned property on Papakeechie for over 50 years. We love the lake and the area. Our family cottage is next door to this cabin and we purchased the cabin to provide extra space when needed and to protect our investment.
What makes this Cabin unique
This lake is a vacation for the body and the mind. There is no hustle and bustle here, no jet skis roaring by and no waves crashing to shore. The loudest noise we hear are geese flying by or the sound of paddle boats in the water.
- Languages:
- English
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.