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A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games.

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A house with a porch, a lawn, and a pond with boats.
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An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of a lake with boats.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a coffee and wine bar sign.
A living room with a brown sofa, a coffee table, and two lamps. There is a ceiling fan and a wall sign that reads "Lake House".

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tippecanoe Country Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games.

Our Lakehouse is directly on Lake Shafer. The house has Central AC and all the modern amenaties. It can host up to 10 guests comfortably. All rooms have ceiling fans. Master bedroom (King Size Bed) with on-suite full bathroom. Second Bedroom (Queen Size Bed) + TV on wall. Third Bedroom (two bunkbeds with twin over Full beds) + TV on wall. Spacious interior, including 4-seasons room with additional dining table and love seat with pull out bed. Comfortable Kitchen for cooking with Dining room (Coffee + Wine Bar), Living Room (TV on Wall). Reverse Osmosis drinking water from the small facet at the sink or from the fridge. Fast Wi-Fi. Swimming and boating at guests risk. No lifeguard on duty.
Huge beautiful yard to enjoy the lake views and wildlife. Patio outside with outdoor furniture. Lakeside Fire pit with chairs. There are three kayaks and a canoe you may use. You will need to bring your own life jackets, life jackets are not provided. Charcoal grill is onsite for your grilling needs. Please bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid for your grilling needs. Welcome to the lake!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Used linens and towels should be left in the grey tub in the bedroom they belong in. Check out by 11:00 AM.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3508824vb
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 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, a first aid kit 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

Monticello

Located in Monticello, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Tippecanoe Country Club and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Shafer and Monticello City Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Monon Connection Museum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Monticello, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tippecanoe Country Club - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Pine View Golf Course - 17 min drive - 12.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy O's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Esmeralda's Pancake House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Restaurant and Lounge - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Monon - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A peaceful retreat, come relax on Lake Shafer. Fire pit, kayaks & games. located?

This family-friendly Monticello holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Shafer, and within 6 mi (10 km) of High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing and Tippecanoe Country Club. Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Monon Connection Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this property, very clean has all amenities you could want. Really enjoy this beautiful property. Plan to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaylan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & clean lake house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice lake cottage. We had a great time on our vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Great place io stay near Indiana Beach!

We loved our stay here. The house was very clean and decorated beautifully. The large yard overlooking the water was a fun place to hang out. We enjoyed the fire pit and all the outdoor seating. We stayed here for a weekend but wish we would have had more time here, it was really fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2024
We’re glad that your family enjoyed their time here. We hope to see you next time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Beautiful Home

Great home, very clean, has all amenities needed, just overall great property. Will be definitely staying again. Thank you for the beautiful home!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice. The bed rooms were tight but workable. Very nice back yard on the river. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Cafe Paradise

The stay was more than I could have imagined! We normally camp so we decided to find a home near what’s familiar to us lake shafer! Awesome property with all the amenities and items one could need to stay comfortable! Would totally recommend and hope to return soon it’s our special summer home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful, neighbor Marge was super friendly! Everything was as stated in the description. Would definitely recommend to people who are looking for a nice relaxing time away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Perfect family escape

We stayed Monday- Friday and the place was amazing! Super clean and all the amenities that we could have asked for! A fully stocked kitchen and plenty of fire wood for a fire! A beach is a short walk away and a quick drive into town for anything we needed! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Great time at an awesome house.

My family and I loved the home and the area. We loved the fishing and even rented a boat and took the kids tubing. We had such a great time we are looking into purchasing a summer home in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful property and very clean. Pictures were spot on. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Perfect getaway!

Just a quick trip for us. But the house was perfect for the size of our group. The house had all the amenities we needed. The dock and fire pit area was great to rap up the evenings. Short drive to the water park, golf, etc. for the price you cannot beat it! I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2024
Thank you for choosing our home for your stay. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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