A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Jimmerson Lake
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Angola, IN
Jimmerson Lake
Place, Jimmerson Lake
1 min walk
Lake James
Place, Lake James
13 min walk
Trine University
Place, Trine University
12 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Den
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot
Last summer opening is the week of August 21. Its a great time at the lake - a little quieter with local schools back in session. Still good availability in September and October.
Remodeled Jimmerson Lake cottage perfect for families. 2,000 square foot, 3 bedroom + den, 2.5 bath home on large 1/2 acre lot with fully stocked kitchen. Nice lake views with two dock spaces to access Jimmerson Lake and the entire 2,000 acre Lake James chain. Lovingly maintained and super clean. Great location for visiting Angola, Pokagon State Park, and Trine University. Walking distance to the restaurants and bars in 'downtown Lake James', but far enough that it is quiet and private. High speed internet / wi-fi and streaming TV included.
Book for a week or more and receive 5% off the nightly rates! Discount is automatically applied in the VRBO reservation rate calculator.
Friday is the changeover day in the summer. All rentals must start on Friday unless pre-approved.
HIGHLIGHTS: Channel front home with dock on Jimmerson Lake (part of the 2,000+ acre all sports Lake James chain). Just a few houses from the main part of Jimmerson Lake. 2,000 square foot single family home , recently remodeled. 3 bedrooms (king, queen, queen + twin) and den (queen pullout) comfortably sleep up to 9 with first floor master. Fully stocked kitchen, 2.5 baths, washer and dryer. High speed Wi-Fi throughout the house. Amazon Fire TV in living room and Roku in den so you can stream any service you subscribe to. Nice views of Jimmerson Lake from full-length deck with 6 seat patio table, gas and charcoal grills, and Adirondack chairs. Channel was recently dredged providing easy, deep (5 - 6 ft.), and wide (45 ft.) access. 2 dock spaces available that will accommodate most any type of boat. 1/2 acre nicely landscaped yard with patio, firepit, a second patio table, large flat grassy area. No neighbors on one side provides privacy. Walking distance to "downtown Lake James" with its bars and restaurants (Tom's Donuts, Acapulco Mexican Grill, Four Korners, Waterfront Bistro, Club Paradise); but far enough away that it is quiet and relaxing.
AMENITIES: Well-stocked remodeled kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and all the cooking and dining utensils you should need (settings for 12 people). We supply bed linens and bath towels. You will need to provide beach towels. Whole house high speed Wi-Fi, two HDTVs (55" and 40") with streaming and DVD players, high quality smart speaker with Bluetooth. Washer and dryer are provided on site. Central A/C and heat. Driveway provides off-street parking for at least 4 vehicles and room for your boat trailer.
SLEEPING: Comfortably sleeps 9. The master bedroom is on the main floor and features a king bed and attached remodeled master bath with large soaker tub and separate shower. There are two large bedrooms upstairs – one with a queen bed and attached full bath and one with a queen and a twin bed. There is also a relatively private den with a queen size pullout sofa.
LAKE: Located on a recently dredged channel only three homes from the main part of Jimmerson Lake and a 5 minute boat ride to Lake James. After dredging, the channel is now 45 feet wide and 5 - 6 feet deep. You'll have two dock spaces to accommodate most any type of boat - feel free to ask if you have questions about your boat. If you don't have your own, you can rent pontoons or fishing boats down the street at 'Corner Landing'. As part of the all sports Lake James chain, you have access to over 2,000 acres of water on 5 lakes: Lake James, Jimmerson Lake, Snow Lake, Big Otter Lake, and Little Otter Lake. The Lake James chain offers great swimming at several sandy public beaches and sand bars.
YARD: Unique for a lake house, the large, flat 1/2 acre lot gives you plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors with a family cookout, bonfire, or lawn games. The house has a large deck, big level grassy area, two sets of tables and chairs, a gas and a charcoal grill, and a fire pit. Wildlife frequent the area including heron, swans, ducks, turtles, and deer.
LOCATION: The location is quiet but still very convenient – just a few minutes from I-69 or the Indiana toll road and walking distance to downtown Lake James with its restaurants and bars (Tom’s Donuts, Acapulco Mexican Grill, Club Paradise). It’s also just a few miles from Indiana’s best state park, Pokagon, which features beaches, hiking, and a toboggan run in the winter. Also nearby is the town of Angola with its cute downtown square, ice cream shops, mini-golf, Trine University, Fremont outlet mall, Satek Winery, Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve, and golf courses including Glendarin Hills, Zollner, and Lake James.
OUR GOAL: Our goal is to do everything we can to ensure you have a great vacation. We provide a folder with our recommendations for local activities and dining to get you started and we're happy to answer any further questions. Just call or email. Thanks for looking!
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
Note from host: Some small events may be allowed with permission.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Angola
Located in Angola, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake James Golf Club and Glendarin Hills Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pokagon State Park and Coldwater Lake State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Angola Motor Speedway, or consider a night out at Red Barn Acres. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 11 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Updated Jimmerson Lake -Lake James Chain Home with Dock; Aug 21 last summer slot located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Jimmerson Lake and Lake James. Lake James Golf Club is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Tina Smith
We live in Milwaukee now, but grew up in Chicago (Erik) and Northwest Ohio (Tina). So when we were looking for a location for a vacation home, Angola was the perfect spot - 3 hours from Chicago and right next to family in Northwest Ohio. Oh, and there just so happens to be a wonderful lake right in the backyard!!!
Why they chose this property
When we're at the home, a typical day goes like this: Get up and take a short walk to Tom's Donuts for some of the best donuts you'll ever taste. Take the boat out for a quick spin - maybe tube a little. Back home for lunch and to pack up for an afternoon on the lake. Head to a sand bar on Lake James or Jimmerson Lake where we let our 11 year old daughter splash around while we hang out with friends and family. Back home to clean up and then off to dinner at a local restaurant or perhaps just stay home and grill something on the charcoal grill. Finish the day with a bonfire or movie.