Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck

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A small, single-story building with a wooden deck, a bench, and a satellite dish.
A dining area with a round wooden table, four chairs, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a dining area with a small table and chairs.
A living room with a sofa, TV, wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Columbia City, IN
  • Place, Shriner Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Round Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Columbia City

Columbia City is home to this cottage. Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site and Historic Fort Wayne are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and Science Central. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum or Spiece Fieldhouse.
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Columbia City, IN

What's nearby

  • Shriner Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cedar Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Round Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 39 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Grand Wayne Convention Center - 44 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Gas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wings Etc. - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakeside Cottage with Large Deck located?

Situated in Columbia City, this cottage is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Chain O' Lakes State Park and within 20 miles (32 km) of Country Heritage Winery and Webster Lake. Diamond Lake and Lake Wawasee are also within 25 miles (40 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. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little lake house with a direct view and access of the lake via a private dock. There are also 2 restaurants within walking distance from the property, that we're both delicious with a fun atmosphere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed the lake house and the direct lake access from the private dock. It's a wonderful spot to relax by the water, and it's great that you also got to enjoy the nearby restaurants within walking distance. Thank you for sharing such a lovely 5-star review, and we hope it made for a memorable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golfed the weekend, nice place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a four-night stay here while prepping for and participating in the Indiana Trails 100 race at Chain O' Lakes State Park. The location less than 15 minutes away from the park made the house an ideal spot. The neighborhood was quiet and Portside Pizza made for a couple of easy dinners. The house was spotless and perfect for the three of us, with a nice living room area overlooking the lake and a comfortable sectional for hanging out. The kitchen was well-stocked and everything was in working order. Communication with the hosts was quick on the couple of occasions where we had questions. Thanks for sharing your place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Reunion getaway

Home for high school reunion, we greatly enjoyed this lake getaway to reconnect and relax as we caught up on life. Great place with great deck and views of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Property owner has great communication! Had an issue with AC at 9:30 pm and owner called right away and was able to fix the issue remotely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Shriner Lake!

This is the perfect location for all the 4th of July action at Shriner Lake and all the other nearby lake activities. The house is small and a little dated but it had everything we needed, the beds were super comfy, and the house was very clean. The owners were very helpful and responsive. The view of the lake out of the front living room window is stunning and we had the best seats in the house for the fireworks!
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