Comfy & Cozy Lakefront Cottage

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Shipshewana, IN

Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park8 min drive
Blue Gate Theater15 min drive
Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market15 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Summary:
Come unwind & unplug at our cozy little cottage located on Fish Lake in Shipshewana, IN. Just 2 hours from Chicago and 30 minutes from Notre Dame you'll find your haven of rest in Northern Indiana's Amish Country in any season.

The Space:
We would love for you to come make your self at home! Our little cottage has an eclectic vintage vibe, a full kitchen, & plenty of blankets to cuddle up in to read a book or watch a movie.

Our cozy little cottage is just that. It is not a large place, but it is cute & comfortable! Take this opportunity to unplug and unwind!

There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor. The first bedroom has a Queen bed, a chest of drawers and a closet to hang your clothes. The second has a double bed, chest of drawers & closet as well. The third & fourth beds (both queens) are found in the loft. This is a cozy little nook, but not recommended for little ones or anyone uncomfortable with climbing a ladder to bed.

Our TV is connected to wi-fi so you can use it to log on to your Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and other apps.

During the warmer months, our little place has a lot to offer!
We have 4 full size kayaks & 1 youth kayak available to use on our lake. There are life jackets available for adults, but we do not have children's life jackets.
The area located between the docks is perfect for floating and little swimmers. It does drop off sharply, so please use life jackets on your little ones.

We also have a wood pellet grill & a solo stove campfire ring for guests to use! You will need to bring your own wood for a campfire but we do supply pellets for the grill!

We supply a limited amount of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and laundry detergent. We encourage bringing or purchasing additional supplies if you anticipate needing more.

If you have any questions at all before booking, please ask :)

Guest Access:
Parking is available on the property.
Both access doors are locked with keyless entry.

The Neighborhood:
Fish Lake is an all-sports lake. Most residents are seasonal so the fall & winter are quiet.

Getting Around:
There is no public transportation located close to Fish Lake. You will need to have a vehicle if you want to explore the area.
Parking is available on site.

Other Things to Note:
You will need to provide your own firewood.
We do have life jackets available for use with our kayaks, but do not provide children's life vests.
Swimming & floating is available (& encouraged) near the dock, please be safe & take safety precautions when necessary!

There is a wood stove in the house and while it is operable, it is not available for use by guests. We don't want anyone to get hurt & and we'd like to have a place for you to visit again!

Interaction with Guests:
We do not live on the property for the majority of the year.
We are local & will most likely be available with any issues that may arise but we will always be available by phone.

Property manager

Sara Helmuth

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shipshewana

Located in Shipshewana, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Blue Gate Theater and Blue Gate Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park and Deutsch Kase Haus. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

Shipshewana, IN

What's nearby

Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park - 8 min drive
Blue Gate Theater - 15 min drive
Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 15 min drive
Shipshewana Flea Market - 16 min drive
Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 17 min drive

Getting around

Elkhart Station - 31 min drive
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min drive
White Pigeon Inn - 7 min drive
Biggby Coffee - 7 min drive
Country Table Restaurant - 8 min drive
Yup's Dairyland - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy & Cozy Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfy & Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy & Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfy & Cozy Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park, Bonneyville Mill County Park and Deutsch Kase Haus. North Park and Blue Gate Theater are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

August B.

4 May 2024

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

Marvelous comfy cozy lakefront retreat.

Absolutely wonderful, serene place to stay. Perfect little cottage with all the necessary amenities and a breathtaking view of the lake Didn't want to leave and want to come back again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

13 March 2024

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

Amazing Stay

My aunt and I stayed here for a couple days for a relaxing getaway. Such a cute cottage! We loved the nice windows looking out to the lake. Everything was clean, check in and check out were simple, and everything was as advertised in the listing. Sara was very easy to communicate with prior to and during our stay. We absolutely loved it and would definitely consider staying again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

21 February 2024

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

Cozy Getaway

We had a terrific trip. The property looks smaller from the outside but is spacious and comfortable on the inside. Cute rustic decor. Clean and welcoming. The property owner was easy to communicate with, and came to our rescue when we were unfortunately locked out. We were only 14 minutes from downtown Shipshewana for shopping and Amish people sighting. We stayed in the winter but would love to return to enjoy the lake and to fish or kayak in the Summer months. We recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 December 2023

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

Cozy with Stunning Views

The Cozy Cottage was just what our family needed for our Thanksgiving trip back home! The views were stunning and the location was perfect for our Middlebury and Elkhart visits. The cottage owners thought of everything: a well-stocked kitchen, extra blankets, coffee bar items, and snacks. They made the check-in process seamless and checked on us throughout our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

19 October 2023

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

Perfect

We had a great time shopping and eating it way around Shipshewana and Middlebury! After a day out, it was SO NICE to come…home! The name suits this place perfectly- Comfy and Cozy!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sara Helmuth

Believer in Jesus, daydreams & hard work.
Married to the love of my life.
Mama to 3 beautiful babies.
Lover of coffee.
We enjoy traveling, spending time with family, hunting for the best bloody Mary’s & hanging out on the water all summer long.

What makes this property unique

This little property is in the middle of it all. Located in Shipshewana, we're minutes away from Amish country and only a short drive to the downtown attractions. We're 2 hours from Chicago, and 30 minutes from all things Notre Dame. The cottage is a fun getaway in the summer and a cozy little from fall-spring.