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FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment.

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Dining
Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Decatur, IL
  • Place, Nelson Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Overlook Adventure Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Decatur, IL (DEC)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment.

Come stay at our newly furnished beautiful FireWater Lake cottage with a boat dock and Deck overlooking the lake. Set your own mood with our lighting, sit back by the fireplace, enjoy the amazing lake views, play with the new 65 inch 4K tv, Alexa, WiFi, LED HUE Lighting, top notch stereo system and connect to easily with your phone and enjoy the warm feeling of this 95 year old cottage. Walk too experience the new Devon Amphitheatre when open, Beach house, Children's Museum, Sculpture garden, Decatur Zoo & Train, mini-Golf and flower garden within the Nelson park area. Bring your boat for a weekend on the lake or go swimming off the dock. Take a walk on the bike and walk path to the new 911 memorial. Enjoy the best views on Lake Decatur all while relaxing in our new furniture, new lighting and entertainment system featuring a 4K 65 inch Smart TV and Smart TV's in both bedrooms. Our cottage is fully furnished and is easily accessed. This vista offers a refreshing and stimulating experience that is a much better value for the cost than any other option in central Illinois !! We live just across the lake and will be easily accessible for anything you need during your stay. I do want to caution that the house sits on the top of a bluff with a lot of steps, I wanted to note this for anyone with small children or that are not a fan of a few extra stairs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Several stairs could be a concern fora young child
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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:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1705277vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this cottage is on the waterfront. Overlook Adventure Park and Children's Museum of Illinois are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Nelson Park. Scovill Zoo and Kirkland Fine Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Decatur, IL

What's nearby

  • Nelson Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Overlook Adventure Park - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Dog Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Scovill Zoo - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Millikin University - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Debbies Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Krekel's Custard - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FireWater Cottage with serene Lake views and a cozy relaxing environment. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nelson Park and Nelson Dog Park. Overlook Adventure Park and Children's Museum of Illinois are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 194 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the view the stay and everything about the place which is why we coming back in July
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a very cozy place!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was exactly as described. Everything we needed. Short walk to concert at Devon Lakeshore amphitheater and the Beachhouse restaurant. Very much enjoyed the dock and deck. Spent time watching the boats on the lake and the beautiful moon rise last night. Bed were very comfy. Will stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very cozy and clean! The view was beautiful and very close to lake. Communication was also good with property owner; overall, a very nice cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy fireside is the best description, had a great time, not our first visit and will likely stay again next year
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for our Employees. We needed a home base for our employees while they were out at a jobsite. We needed this Cottage for several weeks and it was a great respite from a long work day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

paul b.

Liked: Check-in, communication
We enjoyed our time. The host immediately responded to all communication. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was relaxing and comfortable and I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had a great view of the lake and the neighborhood was quiet. We really liked the porch with the lights and speakers and the table was big enough to sit all of us.The furniture was stained, had a couple broken windows, no spatula to flip the burgers ( had to use tongues and destroyed a couple), window sills were filthy (didn't want to have the windows open), blinds in the rooms were damaged, no curtains in the bathroom or living room, not enough outlets in the rooms (two of us have medical devices that needed to be plugged in) and forced to purchase the damage protection.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re sorry to hear that a few things didn’t meet your expectations. After reviewing your comments, we confirmed that the kitchen does include multiple spatulas and a full set of grilling tools. We also checked the windows and did not find any that were broken, though a few did need a deeper cleaning, which has now been taken care of. A couple of bedroom blinds were damaged—likely from previous guests—and those have been replaced. Our cottage backs up to a beautiful, land‑locked forest preserve area, which we cannot access from behind the property. As for curtains, we’ve never used them in the living room or on the small bathroom window, and in ten years of hosting, this has never been an issue for guests. The home has plenty of outlets, and we regularly host large groups with many devices without any problems. We always appreciate feedback and use it to keep improving. While we know we can’t please everyone, we’re proud of the many positive experiences reflected in our long history of reviews. Thank you again for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental was perfect for us; the home is so cozy & the view was amazing! Hosts were very kind and responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
Beautiful sunrises
Pic taken from the enclosed porch
Pic taken from the enclosed porch
View
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay at the lake house. It’s a great, safe location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Great stay

Great spot really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint lake house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Griffin S.

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

Family trip

Came up to visit family, had a great time. We had an amazing stay! We will be in touch again on our next trip up to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as stated. Very clean and cozy lake front house. Check in was a breeze and it has all the amenities that you would need.
Sunrise from the BBQ area
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciate everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda A.

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

Family trip

Great place to gather with family in a peaceful cozy place overlooking the lake. Loved it, will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Beautiful view. Comfy beds. Stairs up to the house are awkward.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Great place to stay on the lake, with a beautiful view.

This was a great place to relax after a day of sailboat racing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert U.

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

Lake views

Loved the place! Views were great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Great cottage

Property was nice and clean. Nice place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Milestone Birthday

Perfect for us! Had a blast!! Cozy cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Ozy Valentine's Getaway

Perfect place to get away for the weekend. We loved the big table on the enclosed porch, the fireplace, and high quality AV setup.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jason Elkin

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