Discover the serene beauty of Sechrist. This tranquil no-wake lake offers the perfect retreat for lakeside enthusiasts, nature lovers, avid explorers, and passionate vacationers. With access to 6 lakes, you and your family/friends can indulge in a variety of lake activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Also, trails, parks, golf, horseback, entertainment, shopping, museums, dining, and more are only moments away. Create unforgettable memories during your stay at Cottage on the Bay! This remodeled cottage with its waterfront deck and private dock is well equipped.
This open concept getaway is a single story with access to a private one car garage and three outdoor parking spaces, three bedrooms (2 queens, full, and a bunk bed) with dressers/closets, two full bathrooms, washer / dryer, a well equipped kitchen, access to TV (aerial and streaming) and high-speed internet, and a comfortable living space. Guests will also have available a charcoal grill, lakeside fire pit, durable canoe, two kayaks, large lake mat, and so much more; life-vests included.
What You “May” Wish to Bring
(Not Necessarily a Conclusive List; Cottage Plans to Have Some Items)
• Cottage information (address / entry procedure (code) / visitor guide(s))
• Paper products (plates, cups, silverware, napkins, towels, coffee filters)
• Special hypoallergenic or extra bedding (pillow(s), blanket(s), sheet(s))
• Fishing gear / bait and Indiana license(s); see (in.gov/DNR) for details
• Your own sheets / towels if you “fake spray/tan”
• Portable stereo (waterproof recommended)
• Water gear / toys / floats / tubes
• Charcoal briquettes
• Insect repellent
• Beach towels
• Bathing suits
• Air mattress
• Water shoes
• Sunscreen
• Coolers
What the Cottage “Plans” to Have for You
(Not Necessarily a Conclusive List)
• Safe
• Canoe
• Kayaks (2)
• Life jackets
• Condiments
• Yard games
• Lawn chairs
• Cleaning supplies
• Washer and dryer
• Wood and charcoal
• Internet / TV (no Phone)
• Floating water pad/mat (6 x 15 ft)
• Pack-n-play; highchair; baby monitor
• Level II 14–50-amp EV charging plug
• Bathroom towels/washcloths; toilet paper/tissues
• Kitchen utensils, cookware, gadgets, cutlery, dishes, cups, etc...
• Dock (23 ft), picnic table, adirondack chairs, fire pit, and charcoal grill
• Refrigerator/freezer, stove, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker/Keurig
County and Nearby City Information
Recreation, Shopping, Restaurants, Attractions, and/or Events
Kosciusko County Visitor’s Center: 111 Capital Drive Warsaw, Indiana 46582; 574-269-6090
Online: “Kosciusko County Lakes Guide” (for the Current Year)
Visit Barbee Lakes Online: Barbee.LakesOnline.com
Visit Noble County Indiana Online: VisitNobleCounty.com
Visit Kosciusko County Indiana Online: VisitKosciuskoCounty.org
North Webster; ~ 5 minutes: northwebster.com
Warsaw and The Village at Winona; ~ 15 minutes: warsaw.in.gov and villageatwinona.com
Local Services, Activities, Groceries, and/or Eateries Suggestions
- Neighbor Fresh Grocery Store: 306 S Main St, North Webster; ph: 574-834-2861
- Bale’s Butcher Shop: 504 S Huntington Street, Syracuse; ph: 574-457-3312 (verify hours)
- Wake-n-Lake Convenience Store: 3774 N Barbee Road, Warsaw; ph: 574-834-2010
- Tippy Creek Winery: 5920 N 200 E, Leesburg; ph: 574-453-9003 *
- HopLore Brewing - The Mill: 100 Old State Rd 15, Leesburg; ph: 574-453-0496
- Man Cave Brewing Company: 10201 IN-13, Syracuse; ph: 574-337-1308 *
- The LakeSide (for Fine Dining): 110 E Main Street, Syracuse; ph: 574-537-1027; best if reservation *
- Do Good BBQ: 325 Argonne Rd, Warsaw; ph: 574-527-5694; first visit: dogoodbbq.com for details
- La Troje Mexican Restaurant: 115 S Buffalo St Apartment A, Warsaw; ph: 574-376-4234
- Lake Life Restaurant Bar and Grill: 3687 N Barbee Road, Warsaw; ph: 574-244-2100
- Barbee Hotel and Restaurant: 3620 N Barbee Road, Warsaw; ph: 574-834-1111
- Maria’s House of Pancakes: 104 E Esterbrook Drive, North Webster; ph: 574-834-4400 *
- Bourbon Street Pizza: 643 N Main St, North Webster, ph; 574-834-4444; will deliver *
- Sheila’s Diner: 511 S Main St, North Webster; ph: 574-834-7550 *
- Little New York: 407 W Himes St, North Webster; ph: 574-834-2801
- Happy Wok: 621 N Main St, North Webster, ph: 574-834-2990
- Oak and Alley: 2308 E Center St, Warsaw; ph: 574-376-4318 *
- Hot Head Burritos: 635 N Main St, North Webster; ph: 574-244-2233
- Boathouse Restaurant: 700 Park Ave, Winona Lake; ph: 574-268-2179 *
- Cerulean Restaurant: 1101 E Canal St, Winona Lake; ph: 574-269-1226 *
- Pizza King: 405 S Dixie Dr, North Webster; ph: 574-834-2565; will deliver *
- One Ten Craft Meatery: 110 N Buffalo St, Warsaw; ph: 574-267-7007; best if reservation *
- Roll-n-Smoke BBQ: 108 E Washington St, North Webster; ph: 574-529-1261; check availability
- Ace Hardware: 733 S Main St, North Webster; ph: 574-834-2021
- Dixie Boat: 401 S Dixie Dr, North Webster; ph: 888-803-4943; verify days of operation
- Winona Beach, Splash Pad and Playground: 1598 Park Ave, Winona; ~ 20 minutes away
- Syracuse Beach and Playground: 801-901 N Long Dr, Syracuse; ~20 minutes away
- Pisgah Marsh Boardwalk: 9939 E 350 N, North Webster
- North Webster (Welah Metekkah) Nature Trail and Disc Golf Course: 5591 N 750 E, North Webster
- Miniature Golf (free to play): 634 North Main, North Webster
- Maxwelton Golf (public): 5721 East, Line Road, Syracuse; ph: 574-457-3504
- Stonehenge Golf (public): 2850 E Pierceton Road, Winona Lake; ph: 574-376-4555
- Deka Di Horse Riding Stables: 8409 E 200 N, Pierceton; ph: 574-594-2038 *
* Highly recommended eating establishments by hosts
Local Bike and Watercraft Rentals
Advanced Reservations Highly Suggested
Pedals and Paddles: 105 E Esterbrook Dr, North Webster; ph: 574-244-2279; pedals-paddles.com
Aloha Boat Rental LLC, ph: 574-244-2273; www.alohaboatrental.com (~15 minutes from cottage)
-only pick-up / drop-off at 7 Lakes Marina on Little Barbee (314 EMS B 61 Lane, Warsaw)
Clark’s Marine: 7498 IN-13, North Webster; ph: 574-834-2628; www.clarksmarineinc.com
-will deliver and pick-up on one of the public Barbee chain boating launching sites: see below
Tippecanoe Boat Company: 301 EMS T 46 Ln, Leesburg, ph: 574-834-2271; www.tippecanoe boatcompany.com
-will deliver and pick-up on one of the public Barbee chain boating launching sites: see below
Free Public Boat Launching Sites
Kuhn Lake Public Access: EMS B6A Ln, Leesburg; ~ 2 miles from cottage. Must go under bridge (clearance (~7ft) fine for pontoons with canopy down; varies with water depth – check with DNR) between Big Barbee and Little Barbee lakes; no fee for loading and unloading boat (can keep trailer at site for a day).
JT's Campground Public Access: 6402 East McKenna Road, Warsaw, 574-594-2635; ~ 2 miles from cottage. No bridges involved; however, small fee for loading and unloading boat (can keep trailer at site).
