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Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a forested area.
Kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances
A staircase with white balusters and a wall with a vintage poster advertising Papakeechie Lake.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, wooden table, and a wicker basket by the door.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a framed picture, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Syracuse, IN
  • Place, Lake Wawasee
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Gate Theater
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

4th bedroom

1 Double Bed

Baby area with crib, changing table and rocking chair.

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1 Main floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Main living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs

*Kayaking, canoeing, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking & biking.
*2 Free to use kayaks and 1 FREE to use two person canoe.
*Lake Wawasee, Indiana's largest party lake, minutes away.
* Lake Papakeechie is a serene non motor lake.
* Walk down stairs and path to our pier and swim area.
*Open baby room - crib, changing table, highchair and rocking chair.
*Indoor camping room for toddlers.
*Room to park 9 cars or boat trailer+
*Two fire pits and one Weber grill.
*4 Roko TVs.
*1 bedroom, bath, kitchen & living room main floor (1 step up to get into the house)

Main floor:
Kitchen
Living room
Bathroom
King size bedroom

Second Floor:
Two full sized bedrooms
Tv room
Open baby room

Lower Level:
Tv room
Queen sized bedroom
Bathroom
Camping playroom

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please wash all the dishes before you leave.
Please put all the towels, sheets and pillow cases by the washing machine before you leave.
Please put all the life preservers and oars back in the utility room before you leave. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2546526vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Syracuse

Located in Syracuse, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. South Shore Golf Club and Wawasee 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 Lake Wawasee and Oppenheim Woods. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Syracuse, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Wawasee - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Webster Lake - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 38 min drive - 51.8 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 39 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 39 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Coffeehouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lakelife Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront-Crib+Dogs+Kayaks 8 min to Wawasee boat ramp, pking for trailers, 4 TVs located?

This family-friendly Syracuse holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Wawasee, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Webster Lake and South Shore Golf Club. Dewart Lake and Syracuse Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family has stayed here three years in a row during our family reunion on Lake Papakeechie. The cottage is really a great way to appreciate all of the natural beauty of the lake. Sitting on the porch in the morning with a cup of coffee, you can hear all of the birds and enjoy the view of the lake through the trees. The layout for the cottage provides spaces to be together but also separate areas to sleep or have some "alone" time. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a wonderful relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Perfect get away

Was a great relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Great Family Getaway

We had a great time. Communication with Connie was great. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's very nice and very cozy. We would stay there again. Connie was fantastic to deal with, she replied quickly and was very very friendly. The town's people were really friendly and helpful. 5 *****
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great getaway

Beautiful Backyard with lake access. Cozy, clean and perfect for a weekend getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan and Pam L.

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

Perfect for Papakeechie

The cottage was perfect for us, with several different levels to meet the needs of different family members. The porch facing the lake was great for morning coffee. The cottage offers several different places to enjoy a campfire, access to the lake with kayaks and comfortable sleeping spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane S.

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

Family vacation 2025

We loved: balcony, new appliances, comfortable beds, water in the refrigerator, the dock. We wished for: comfortable seating for 4 with tv, even a small area to swim, some bush trimming to be able to actually see the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Family time

Spacious home with great access to lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

Family weekend

We had a great stay for 2 nights at this location. It is perfect for a family weekend, we even got to include our dog. There is a steep hill down to the lake but it is worth it for the beautiful view and a little joy ride in the kayaks. Bring fishing poles and live bait for the bluegill and bass. The host always had a quick response and we'd love to return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Family weekend

GPS led us right to the A-Frame cabin. On check in day we had some issues with connecting to the WiFi. Connie (the owner) came right out and helped us connect. The house was very clean and looked like it was newly updated. Fully stocked with dishes, towels, bedding and just about anything you could need for a weekend get away. Would definitely come back if ever in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was cozy and had plenty of space for our group of 9. There is a steep walk from the home to the lake. The lake was so much fun and the view was beautiful, so it was well worth it. We brought 2 extra kayaks with us so more of us could go out on the lake together. Such a beautiful lake! For grilling, bring your own charcoal. There is a gas station about a half mile away where charcoal and firewood for the fire pit can be purchased. The limited kitchen counter space made meal prep a bit challenging, and we dealt with that just fine. For a weekend away with friends( kids and teens included), everyone had plenty to do and we enjoyed our time together.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

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

Very nice!

Clean. Easy to find. Hostess was easy to communicate with. The lake is down a fairly steep hill from the house but that did not affect our ability to enjoy the kayaks and the the lake. My 83 year old mom could not navigate the hill but she enjoyed the beautiful view from the deck. We will probably stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana S.

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

Cute, charming A frame home, nice location

We had a lovely stay here. Owner was quick to respond with any questions. Thankfully we had no major issues while we were there. We had 6 adults, 3 kids, and 1 baby it was a bit tight for all of us especially in the kitchen area. The large sitting/living room & deck space were nice for sitting & hanging out. Lovely views of nature and lakefront. The walk down to lake is steep however. Fine for someone who is active and in shape, but would be difficult otherwise. Last thing was the baby space is not a room it is open loft space, which it does state open room, but I didn’t realize that until we were there. It wasn’t a good quiet space for our baby, but we made do with pack n play in other room. Overall great location! Close to Wawasee launch area, gas station, bait, and local shops and restaurants. Nice place depending on group you are with. Maybe better for younger adult crew.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dom L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointment

We were told by the property manager there was a sandy beach for the children to play on. There was no beach. We planned on swimming and fishing but couldn't because the lily pads and weeds were very close to shore. Several boards near the end of the pier were loose. A picture on the site shows a short, relatively level path to the water. Using Google maps measuring tool, the house is approximately 270 feet from the water and the path is very steep. We couldn't let the children play any place on the property because the poison ivy was everywhere. If we had known there was no beach and the path was long and steep to the water, we would have passed on this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
No beach is mentioned in the listing or seen in the photos. I messaged your wife before booking that there was no beach. I love talking with guests and have never had a property manager. There are kayaks and a 3 person canoe free for guests to use to fish. The photo clearly shows steps and a pathway to the lake. How do you make a stairway look flat? I am surprised at your comments. I did not hear from you all week from the day you checked in. I live 5 minutes away and have a maid and grounds man on call to create solutions to any problem. There is no poison ivy. As adults we should take responsibilities for our own actions. When I booked a townhouse that only had a sofa on the 1st floor and no seating to eat meals; I blamed myself and not the host. I promised in the future to pay more attention to photos. Photos never lie.
Verified

8/10 Good

Juanita S.

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

Amazing cozy tree house A frame

My family and I stayed for a week. 4 adults one 10yr old boy. We had a great time canoeing and kayaking with the canoe and kayaks provided. We went to the nearby Syracuse lake beach. Grocery shopping in a nearby town. This house is cenetered between two towns. Both towns have everything you need. The house was clean and well stocked for guests. The owner is very nice and communicates well. You can swim off the dock, however there is a lot of seaweed that makes that unpleasant. The nearby beach makes up for that. It's wonderful to sit on the porch in the morning with your coffee or evenings with your wine. Very peaceful charming home. Great experience. I would reccomend it. The dock is down a steep hill. This was not an issue for our family but an older person may have trouble with it. The stairs go three quarters of the way down the hill. The rest of the hill is a path. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host always replied quickly. Nice size house for the whole family.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Connie Heimann

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I found Lake Papakeechie four years ago and just kept coming back. They say when Chief Papakeechie get ahold of you, he never lets you go. That must be true, I bought my home here two 1/2 years ago and would not think of giving it up.

Why they chose this property

I love this home. Enjoy eating on the back deck where I can watch the lake and turtle island, while feeling like I am sitting in a tree house. The hoe has three unique living areas, so several activities can go on at the same time. There is a TV room on the lower level, a main living on the first floor and a separate sitting room on the second floor between the two upstairs bedrooms.

What makes this property unique

We have all the peace and quiet of a private lake with the big lake Wawasee 5 minutes away. Also lots of wetland and hiking trails are a 10 minute drive. See wildlife all the time from my deck. Like having a nature program in my back yard.

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