8/10 Good
Nic M.
21 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Nic M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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Riverfront 3BR Retreat Sleeps 8 Peaceful Tippecanoe Getaway
Riverside holiday home in Brookston with fireplace
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Lake Shafer
- Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
- Place, Purdue University
- Airport, Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet
About this property
Riverfront 3BR Retreat Sleeps 8 Peaceful Tippecanoe Getaway
Welcome to The River Shack, your peaceful retreat on the Tippecanoe River. This recently renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sleeps up to 8 guests and offers the perfect balance of comfort, charm, and nature. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a fishing trip, or a relaxing escape, our home has everything you need to unwind.
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Key Features
• Riverfront Location – step outside to enjoy fishing, kayaking, or morning coffee with serene water views
• Spacious Open-Concept Layout – modern kitchen, dining, and living room flow together for family time
• 3 Bedrooms + Pull-Out Couch – sleeps 8 comfortably
• 1.5 Bathrooms – convenient setup for groups
• Fully Equipped Kitchen – stainless steel appliances, cookware, and plenty of space to gather
• Outdoor Living – large deck with seating overlooking the river, plus a backyard with direct access to the water
• In-Home Laundry – washer and dryer provided for extended stays
• Pet-Friendly (upon approval)
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Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1: King bed
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Living Room: Pull-out couch with linens provided
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Location
The River Shack is tucked away in quiet Brookston, IN, yet only:
• 20 minutes to Lafayette & Purdue University
• 90 minutes from Indianapolis
• Close to restaurants, shopping, and outdoor recreation
Perfect for weekend getaways, family gatherings, or extended stays for work or play.
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Key Features
• Riverfront Location – step outside to enjoy fishing, kayaking, or morning coffee with serene water views
• Spacious Open-Concept Layout – modern kitchen, dining, and living room flow together for family time
• 3 Bedrooms + Pull-Out Couch – sleeps 8 comfortably
• 1.5 Bathrooms – convenient setup for groups
• Fully Equipped Kitchen – stainless steel appliances, cookware, and plenty of space to gather
• Outdoor Living – large deck with seating overlooking the river, plus a backyard with direct access to the water
• In-Home Laundry – washer and dryer provided for extended stays
• Pet-Friendly (upon approval)
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Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1: King bed
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Living Room: Pull-out couch with linens provided
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Location
The River Shack is tucked away in quiet Brookston, IN, yet only:
• 20 minutes to Lafayette & Purdue University
• 90 minutes from Indianapolis
• Close to restaurants, shopping, and outdoor recreation
Perfect for weekend getaways, family gatherings, or extended stays for work or play.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
About the area
Brookston
Located in Brookston, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Prophetstown State Park and Lilly Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Terre Vin Monticello WineShop. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Elliott Hall Of Music or Mackey Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Brookston, IN
What's nearby
- Whyte Horse Winery - 20 min drive - 18.3 km
- Wolf Park - 29 min drive - 21.7 km
- Lake Shafer - 30 min drive - 28.0 km
- Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 34 min drive - 28.4 km
- Purdue University - 43 min drive - 31.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 16 min drive
- Subway - 16 min drive
- The Dock - 14 min drive
- The Dog House - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
6.0/10
Communication
6.0/10
Location
6.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Nelson
Languages:
English, Spanish
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