Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C

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A deck with a grill and outdoor furniture overlooking a marina with boats.
A residential street with houses, a sidewalk, and a garden with various flowers.
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with boats, a dock, and a tree.
A hotel room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with a large window overlooking a lake, a television, a fan, and a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Elkhart, IN
  • Place, Heaton Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, RV Hall of Fame & Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Large Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Elkhart

Located in Elkhart, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Ruthmere Mansion and The Lerner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wellfield Botanic Gardens and National New York Central Railroad Museum. Strikes and Spares Entertainment Center and Legend Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Elkhart, IN

What's nearby

  • Heaton Lake - 6 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • RV Hall of Fame & Museum - 7 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Painter-Juno-Christiana Lake - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Wellfield Botanic Gardens - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 14 min drive
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pulse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's 33 - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Charming 2-bedroom cottage "on Simonton Lake" in Elkhart, IN with WiFi and A/C located?

Nestled on the beach, this Elkhart cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum, Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve and Walker Park. Heaton Lake and NIBCO Water and Ice Park are also within 6 miles (10 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. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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
Loved our stays - being on the water & so close to ND, great restaurants in Elkhart, etc is great! The home is clean and has everyrhing you need. Hosts are AMAZING and so responsive & nice!!!!Stayed twice this year and will most likely be back in 2027!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2026
You are awesome guests and we appreciate having you back for the 2nd time!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in process was easy. Communication was great. Place was extremely clean with a perfect view of the lake. We plan on coming back to enjoy what the lake has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2026
Guest was very communitive and left very little footprint. Look forward to having this guest back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as listed - and communication with the host was excellent! The views were awesome, as it is only a few yards to the water. If you stay here, try to build in some time on the lake - unfortunately, our family and reunion commitments prevented us from doing so.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2026
You were wonderful guests. We too are sorry you didn't get to enjoy much of the lake but we hope you'll come back again when you have more time and not so busy with reunions and such.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We feel so lucky to have found any short term rental in this area. This is an older place but it has been very well kept up. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. The hostess and host have left lots of snacks, k-cups and condiments. The bed was good and we slept great. We will hopefully be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2026
These guests were wonderful. You could hardly tell they stayed. Thank you for treating the cottage as if it were your own.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The views were incredible and the house had everything we needed. The hosts were communicative, thoughtful, and hospitable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2026
So sorry for the late reply but we appreciate your nice review and hope you'll come back again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

We thoroughly enjoyed the property. Amazing location and very welcoming and helpful hosts. Great for lake access and phenomenal sunset views. Appreciative of the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Our guests were very respectful and kept the property extra clean. Our communication was excellent.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend father and son getaway

Very accommodating and friendly owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2025
Really enjoyed having this guest. They left the place nicer than when they came.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ad doesn't do the property justice. Immaculately kept up. Included everything you would ever need. Even stocked with snacks. Went for a little peace and quiet and a little fishing. Got plenty of both. Great surroundings, and quiet, even with the watersports activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
We love it when guests come and we hardly knew they were there. Thank you for treating our cottage like it was your own!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience! Lovely location by the water and was perfect for what we needed for the weekend. Very welcoming and owner was very helpful and communicative, went out of their way to give us what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words. It is encouraging for us to continue do this through VRBO when we have guest like you. We hardly knew you were there and we thank you for treating the cottage as if it were your own!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of six had a wonderful time. The kids (6, 9, 10, 15) had such a great time swimming in the lake, we could barely get them out of the water to eat and sleep! Sandy bottom and very shallow, perfect for kids. Everything we needed was here and the neighbors were so welcoming. After the first day, the kids were asking if we could come back again next summer. I don't know if we can wait that long!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2026
We love that you and your family enjoyed yourselves. The neighbors commented on how nice you all were. Please come back next summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Remember old times

Place is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Sorry for the late review, still new at this. You guys were excellent guests and we appreciate your tidiness. Hope you'll consider coming again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little home in a great spot. Hosts were great with contact and made the weekend a breeze. Coziness of the home felt like we were at grandma and grandpa’s for the weekend and just what we needed! Highly recommend for the views of the lake and location. Planning to be back for our next Notre Dame game!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2026
Sorry for the late reply but we thank you for the nice review and appreciate you staying at 4GetMeKnot.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. Beautiful views. Shallow water for my grand kids to splash around in. Kids loved the kayaks. Got to watch hummingbirds feed and butterflies around the beautiful flowers as you walk up the sidewalk. Yard was a nice size for the kids to play. we rented a pontoon that we were able to keep at the dock. Bedrooms were spacious. And absolutely loved the kitchen with island and table. I could stand at that kitchen window doing dishes everyday. The best part though was the owners. They were so kind, responsive and helpful. They thought of everything to make our stay wonderful. Thank you so much and I hope to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
We love it when guests like you treat our cottage as your own. Thank you for passing along to us the beautiful sunset photos. We too hope you'll come back again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained space, with everything you may need if you forgot or ran low! Hosts were responsive to any questions we had. Very relaxing and peaceful, neighborhood environment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our family vacation at this cute little cottage right on the lake. There were beautiful sunsets and shallow water perfect for our kids to enjoy. There are plenty of places to eat in the area, they also provide kitchen necessities if you wanted to cook at the cottage. Great communication from the hosts and everything went perfect! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review and for syaying at our cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. From check in to check out. We had a few question prior to booking, that were answered promptly. And we had a problem with a door while we were there and it was taken care of that day. Cottage had everything we needed. Lake was good for our grandkids and fishing was good for the fisherman. Very good people to rent from. Thank you again for making our stay good.
Great view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2025
Guests were very neat and were a pleasure to have.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a charming place. The view of the lake was breathtaking. The hosts were generous, very easy to communicate with, and very welcoming. They are definitely a good above and beyond type of host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here, and the hosts truly go above and beyond in so many ways. The sandy shallow lake was perfect, the neighborhood was quiet and friendly and the house had everything we needed (& more!)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2026
As a host, we treat guests the same way we would want to be treated. Having a fun and a safe environment is essential to having a relaxing stay. It makes hosting worth it when we have guests that treat the property as they would their own!!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful overall stay at this cozy lakeside cottage. The location was absolutely beautiful, and the peaceful lake views made for a relaxing getaway. Even though it rained all day Saturday during our visit, we still enjoyed our time and appreciated the charm of the older cottage. The hosts were wonderful throughout our stay. They checked in to make sure everything was going well, communicated clearly, and even gave us a heads-up about a bee issue they had been dealing with. It honestly wasn't a big deal to us, but we appreciated their honesty and thoughtfulness. They were very kind and made us feel welcome.There were just a few things that could be improved to make future stays even better. The beds were a bit uncomfortable and quite squeaky, and the bedrooms had a noticeable musty smell. The shower/tub was very small, and the floor of it felt like it was bending underfoot, which made it feel a little unsafe. The coffee maker was a Keurig, which isn't something we use, and unfortunately it appeared to need a thorough cleaning before use.None of these things ruined our trip, and they are all relatively minor compared to the wonderful location and relaxing atmosphere. With a few updates and a little extra attention to these details, this cottage could be an even better place to stay. We had a great time overall, enjoyed exploring the area, and would definitely consider staying again for the peaceful setting, beautiful lake views, and welcoming community.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2026
Thank you for staying with us. We too love it when guests treat it like their own. We also appreciate your suggestions and ways to help us improve our future guest's stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for a family get together for the Fourth of July. Becky and Bufford are wonderful hosts, thinking of absolutely everything.The lakefront was amazing and we had a wonderful view of the fireworks. The kids loved playing in the lake.The kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need or want! I would recommend 4GetMeKnot to anyone looking for a cute, clean, and seamless experience.The house was extremely clean and well cared for. The check-in process was seamless and The instructions for checking out were very concise.I’ll be back for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
We were so happy to know you and your family enjoyed being all together at 4GetMeKnot. Thank you for taking such good care during your stay. Hope you'll visit us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great hosts! Will be back again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts provided amazing hospitality, great communication and made it a very comfortable stay. My wife and I had a great time celebrating our anniversary and the getaway experience here made it extra special. It was so good we quickly booked another weekend stay next month with our kids. Thank you to our wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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