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Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver!

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A two-story building with a dark blue exterior, a front porch with wooden railings, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.
A deck with two Adirondack chairs, a table, and a patterned rug.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a grill, and a stop sign in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a chair, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a white sofa, a black ottoman, a TV on the wall, a white cabinet, and a door with a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Maxinkuckee
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Culver, IN
  • Place, Lake Maxinkuckee
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Eppley Auditorium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Huffington Library
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver!

Lovely cottage walking distance to downtown Culver, Lake Max and Culver academies. Huge yard with plenty of space for yard games, grilling out and fun in the sun! Cottage recently renovated with high-end finishes and new beds for your comfort. Stay connected with free guest WiFi and smart TV. Kitchen stocked with everything needed to cook at home. Plenty of free street parking. Located right around the corner from shopping and Culver's best cafes/restaurants/bars. Enjoy morning coffee, evening BBQs and lots of sunshine on brand new, large deck.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check-in is 4:00pm EST but can be earlier upon req
Quiet Hours begin at 10:00pm EST.
Place trash and recyclables in blue bins before check out.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3456003vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Culver

Culver is home to this holiday home. Culver Academies Golf Course and Fort Knox Paintball, Inc. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tippecanoe River State Park and Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area.
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Culver, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Maxinkuckee - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eppley Auditorium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Huffington Library - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Swan Lake Resort - 31 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 48 min drive - 83.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frida’s Mexican Cuisine & Pancake House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Original Root Beer Stand - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lucrezia Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Culver Coffee Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Max, Culver, IN - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakehouse with huge yard - downtown Culver! located?

Situated in Culver, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Maxinkuckee, Eppley Auditorium and Huffington Library. Culver Academies Golf Course is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

R M N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location within walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn H.

Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Great little place

Perfect little place to stay while visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean and had lots of kitchen items which was great because we cooked most of our meals. Location was easy walk, quiet neighborhood. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little cottage. We stayed because we had family in town. House is clean, the host communicated quickly when ww had questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect location for us to visit with our son that is away at college during my school fall break in Tennessee.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelli n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place. We stayed in winter. I'm sure summer is beautiful. Really close to culver campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy little house set in the perfect location, making it easily accessible to Culver Academy. Derek was extremely accommodating and helpful during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Good guest - would be happy to host again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Great in every way

We truly enjoyed the home. We were so close to everywhere we wanted to go. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joette S.

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

Christmas visit

Good location nice home and yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Culver Reunion Weekend

The house was just the right size for the two of us and very conveniently located to the lake, downtown and the Academy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Culver Parents and Families

Wonderful little cottage that is close to downtown, wonderful porch to sit on in the morning and evening. Derek was great accommodating our requests. Will definitely recommend and stay again if we need a weekend spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Culver House Stay

A nice clean downtown home close to Culver Academies (1.5 miles) away. Had all the things needed to feel at home. It was super convenient for attending our son's parent weekend. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

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

Easy and clean

The beds were a bit squishy, but overall clean, well located and just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

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

Convenient to Campus

Hockey weekend at Culver was made much more relaxed with this cottage. Lots of character!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael w.

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

Great place to stay in Culver!

The house is a block or so from Main Street and 100 yards from the lake. Highly recommended.Michael W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia K.

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

Great spot with everything you need

We had a great experience from start to finish. The property is just as described. Great location. Walkable to restaurants and waterfront. Close to the Military School. Lots of space and nice deck for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

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

Cute cottage near lake

This house was clean and well supplied and had a cozy feel. The location is right in town and very convenient for walking around. Host was great to communicate with. We had no glitches checking in or out. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beki H.

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

Cute lake house

Was perfect for us, quiet, older and cute! Luved sitting out on the deck. Close to Culver Academy and lake. Host, Derek, was wonderful. Thank u for making our stay terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

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

Nice little Bungalow

Derek was very friendly and responded to all messages within 24-36 hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina J.

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

Quick trip to the beach

We had a wonderful time. Property was clean, host was quick to respond (NO ISSUES just a question), and LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. Quiet, comfy, and close to the beach. We will consider this property again when we return to Culver.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Cute, convenient, comfy

A great landing spot for access to town and academy. Perfect for our short stay and had everything we needed, even all the little things. Derek pays attention to details and was extremely accommodating. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean ,great fit for our family of 6.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect for our family of 4!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Derick was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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