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Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81306 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Warsaw, IN
  • Place, Big Chapman Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Wawasee
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Gate Theater
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

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

Master Bedroom 1/4 Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!

Discover the beauty of the Warsaw area from this charming 1300+ square foot, 3-bedroom cottage with an all window front providing a beautiful and unobstructed view of Big Chapman Lake, Day and Night.

Nestled in a peaceful setting, this gorgeous retreat offers 2 queen beds, 1 bunk bed, 1 child bed, and 1 roll-out twin bed for a tranquil night's sleep. With amenities including AC, gas furnace & fireplace, tv's in every room, WIFI, washer & dryer, firepit, propane grill, large deck, kids fishing rods, a few blow-up kayaks, large garage with 55 inch tv, ping pong table, foosball , air hockey, game table, and couch (especially nice for rainy lake days), flat lot to the water with swimming area, and plenty of paved parking, guests can relax and unwind in this cozy space. We have many, many great restaurants nearby and will share some of our favorites in our guest book we are building. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at our place.

Separate from the cottage, typically beginning in May through mid-October, we have available under a separate lease agreement a nice tritoon for your enjoyment. The tritoon, a 24 foot Sylvan with a 115 hp Yamaha outboard engine, can easily board up to 10 people. It's a very nice boat for cruising the lake, heading to the sandbars, and for fishing. For those of you experienced and comfortable with safely driving and navigating a large pontoon, please let us know and we will provide the pontoon rental cost, lease agreement and further details. Note the tritoon can be rented for a single day, a few days, or all of your stay, but we ask that it be leased for consecutive days only. Important note: if you desire to bring your own boat, please send an inquiry to us before booking as we have very limited space to dock a second boat. As a final note, our dock it typically removed on or after November 1 each year, and reinstalled the 3rd week of April, however these dates could be subject to change depending on our vendor's schedule, weather conditions etc., so please check with us via inquiry before booking. Thank you!!

A final note ... our neighbors are primarily year round residents and are our friends. Have a WONDERFUL time but please remember to respect our neighbors. Please DO NOT leave children unattended while swimming or near the water. LIfe preservers are available upon request.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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:
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, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place the keys in the key lockbox on the garage access door (where you obtained them upon arrival) and close the lockbox.
Please place all items that require laundered, primarily linen from used beds and used towels, in a pile on bathroom floor
Please make sure all items used during your visit are accounted for and placed where originally found - thank you!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please respect our neighbors and property
Top bunk bed has 120 lb limit. Swing in front yard has a 150lb limit.
Please don't wear wet swim suits on the couch. Be careful not to stain the couch with sunscreen, food etc. Couch covers are in the bunk room closet.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Warsaw

Warsaw is home to this cottage. Wagon Wheel Theatre and Billy Sunday Home Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at South Shore Golf Club and Maxwelton Golf Club.
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Warsaw, IN

What's nearby

  • Big Chapman Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Winona Lake - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Lake Wawasee - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 59 min drive - 74.9 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 59 min drive - 74.6 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!?

As of 3 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon! on 13 May, 2026 start from S$489, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Memorable Vacation Awaits on Big Chapman Lake! Sleeps 8! Optional Pontoon! located?

This family-friendly Warsaw cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Chapman Lake and Tippecanoe Lake. Stanton Lake and Hidden Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Good place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi Noel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The space was clean, spacious & perfect for all 7 of us sisters & our mom girls getaway. Beautiful layout & the lake sunrise was amazing to wake up to. We would love to make this an annual trip & space to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifull home and clean. Tom is a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, lovely views on the lake, great communication with owner and host. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice relaxing fall weekend hanging out by the fire pit. Location was great, not too far from restaurants and activities, but far enough for it to be a get away. House was a perfect size for us, beautiful views and good amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on earth! Fire pit, optional boat, absolutely amazing Great Room with gas fireplace…….making great views cozy and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage, well equipped and a wonderful stay. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great room and kitchen are newly remodeled, and the deck appears new as well. Nice view of the lake. Property manager was very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay at this property! Everything we needed for a long weekend getaway. The owners and property manager were wonderful to work with; so accommodating and kind! Gorgeous lake views! Our kids LOVED the game room in the garage!
Morning coffee view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at this lake house! The house was very clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed. The views of the lake, especially the sunrise, are beautiful and so relaxing. We plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Casey Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lake retreat! Quiet area, located perfectly on the lake where the wind is mainly blocked. They had multiple activities available to keep us entertained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Quinn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic lake rental. It’s has a beautiful setting in a quiet area. We loved the open family room with great windows (sliding glass doors) and the deck. So calm and peaceful. Tom was great to work with and even made a special accommodation for us. We hope to come back more in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

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

wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay! The house was beautiful and accommodating! We ate our meals on the beautiful deck every day and enjoyed the beautiful view! The fire pit was wonderful to have fires at every night! We loved Kim the property manager very nice and easy to get ahold of! Tom the owner was very gracious and a great communicator as well! We definitely recommend 10/10
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and just what we were wanting! Very quiet area and relaxing environment. The half bath was tough for any adult to use because it was so small. We struggled with the mattresses comfort because they lacked support but that may have just been us. The location was perfect for our kids to fish and kayak. The games in the garage were a hit with our kids. The pontoon was a really nice boat. Having the pontoon for a day was a wonderful add on!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a beautiful and picturesque place for my husband and I both to work from "home" for a week. In the afternoons and evenings, we especially liked the air hockey, ping pong, fishing, foosball and water floats. We also rented the (very nice!) pontoon and went out on the lake for a day. The house was very clean and spacious, and the decorations made you feel like you were at "home" and not at a vacation rental. The onsite property manager, Kim, was fun and really helpful. We loved every bit of our stay. Thank you for your hospitality! #boilerup
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shania U.

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

Unwind

We had the best stay in the lake house on Big Chapman Lake! Spacious but still small enough for close family time. The house was very clean and well kept. Beds were comfy and there was plenty of blankets/pillows to go around. The sectional in the great room was perfect for family movie nights. We loved turning the A/C off to open the sliding glass doors allowing the cool Indiana air to come in. Most of the time we were there it was rainy, but the games in the garage kept us entertained. Playing Shut the Box became a family competition and helped pass sometime awaiting the rain. The location is nestled perfectly in a quiet neighborhood with good neighbors - not too far away from the big city. We took the opportunity while we had it and went to Chicago and Michigan City both within reasonable driving distance. Warsaw had everything that we needed for our planned vacation - TJ Maxx, Rural King, and Menards! We did become rather familiar with the preferred route the owners provided as the GPS route was more direct but very curvy. The only caveat is the sliding door next to the stove is a little difficult to maneuver.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Thomas R Kaehr

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My wife Mimi and I have 6 children, ages 23 through 38, and 5 grand-children. We call Carmel home, and have also lived in Fort Wayne and Lawrence Kansas. My family owned a restaurant in Fort Wayne for 40 years. We have been a lake family over the years, owning properties on Crooked Lake and Lake Jimmerson, both in the Angola area, as well as a slip and a boat on Clinton Lake in Lawrence, KS. With Warsaw being a bit closer to Carmel than Angola, we decided to explore the Warsaw area, and are so glad that we did. We purchased our cottage in April of 2024 and have made multiple improvements over the last year - all a labor of love. We hope you will notice our efforts. Over the past decades we have owned a few places in Destin and Sarasota Florida where we have always vacationed over the years. We loved our experience leasing to many individuals and families over the years, and got to know many of their stories very well. We enjoy people, and thought it would be great to become hosts again on Big Chapman Lake. We love our neighbors, most of which are year-round residents, and have become fast friends with our property manager and neighbor, Kim Zartman. Kim and Jennifer have lived across the street from us for over 3 decades, know everyone and everything about the area, and are so much fun. We are so happy to have Kim, an avid bass fisherman, as our on-site property manager, ready to help you with anything you need. My wife Mimi and I are only 2 hours away and are always reachable 24/7.

Why they chose this property

First off, as you can see in our pictures, the lake view is unsurpassed. A close second - all our neighbors - all the people we have met, are very, very nice. All of our neighbors take great pride in their homes. The entire lake area has many large, mature trees. Our lot is flat to the water making it very usable for whatever activity suits our fancy. Big Chapman is a nice size - big enough for plenty of activity and opportunities for enjoyment, while not being too large and rough. It's connected to Little Chapman, which has a speed limitation, making it a great place to anchor and swim, and of course, fish, As you can see on a lake map, our neighborhood is actually a peninsula called "Happy Landing", which is a very appropriate name! We think where we live is the best shoreline on the lake. The peninsula typically provides a wind break so the water in front of our cottage is usually pretty calm, which makes docking the pontoon that much easier. The lake in front of our cottage, out to around 100 yards, is mostly 3 to 5 feet deep. Much of the bottom is sand and rock, with some weeds, but not too much to enjoy in our opinion. When not at a sandbar, we float and swim out in front of our cottage often. At all the lakes we have been on over the past decades in Northern Indiana, we have found a cheap pair of swimming shoes provide a little extra comfort, but we would also say they are far from necessary. Of course, all the great restaurants in the area were a huge surprise to us, and something we talk about with our friends in Carmel all the time. And being 10 minutes away from all the Warsaw amenities is such a positive we think cannot be overstated. In short, we love everything about our neighborhood.

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