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Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8110.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Game Room/Lower Level
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Lower level bath
Toilet
On-suite bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Must be approved in writing by Host
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If water craft, life jackets or floats are used, these need to be put back the way they were found in dry condition. Thank you!
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
Note from host: Must be approved in writing by Host
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
About the area
Decatur
Located in Decatur, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Nelson Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Children's Museum of Illinois and Scovill Zoo. Kirkland Fine Arts Center and Heroic Age Arts Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Decatur, IL
What's nearby
- Nelson Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
- Overlook Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Nelson Dog Park - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
- HSHS St. Mary's Hospital - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
- Scovill Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 4 min drive
- Circle K - 7 min drive
- Debbies Diner - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
From a partner site
27 February 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Haha75
6 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Haha75
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jonathan E.
25 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathan E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Teresa K.
18 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teresa K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jean D.
5 August 2025
Great stay with kids
Jean D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ANDREA M.
15 May 2024
amazing stay
ANDREA M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick Z.
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jodi C.
6 December 2025
Beautiful place!
Jodi C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter B.
20 July 2025
Excellent property for family
Peter B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kyle R.
17 October 2024
Beautiful Spot
Kyle R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luke B.
5 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Great Location
Luke B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John S.
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy H L.
23 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Tammy H L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol v.
11 July 2023
Absolutely fantastic
Carol v.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elliot D.
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Elliot D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debi H.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Lakefront
Debi H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol v.
11 July 2023
The view on the lake is fantastic.
Carol v.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd V.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront Vistas
Todd V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole La D.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family trip
Nicole La D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly H.
26 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in Decatur
Kelly H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place to stay in Decatur
Matthew P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelli H.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house!
Kelli H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda R.
15 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Lake Front Cottage
Linda R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruth B.
3 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Ruth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joanne P.
12 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters Getaway
Joanne P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Kimberly Nave
My husband Travis and I are both contractors and do it yourself type of people. We love creating as we work and taking the blah to OMG. Our travel style is unique. We love experiencing new things and adventuring but don't enjoy the elbow bumping of high density places. So we create spaces that we would want to be ourselves. A place that we can connect with family and friends, rejuvenate from busy schedules and have ALL of the fun :-) We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Why they chose this property
My husband and I fell in love with the charm of this home and the incredible feeling of peace we get each time we stay. We loved that is was right on the water and was still an attainable price point. The Central Illinois location was also great for us as it makes it easier to do a quick getaway and not make planning an escape such a big deal.
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