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Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana

Cabin in Taswell with kitchen

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Parking lot view of the.
the smores pit
Outdoor dining
a great place to relax.
Wild life warning sign

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 672.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Patoka Lake
  • Place, Patoka Lake Swimming Beach
  • Place, Hoosier National Forest

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana

Nestled within a serene lakeside community and surrounded by the lush Hoosier National Forest, Cabin 1 offers a tranquil retreat perfect for relaxation and nature lovers. This cozy cabin, named "Cozy Retreat," features two bedrooms with a queen bed and two singles, plus a fold-out couch in the living room, accommodating up to 6 guests. Enjoy communal meals in the open-concept kitchen and living area, and unwind on the large screened-in porch, ideal for savoring summer evenings. Just a short drive from the lake's boat ramp, Cabin 1 is your gateway to a peaceful getaway.

Immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance of "Cozy Retreat," where days begin with serene mornings on a screened-in porch amidst forest whispers. Here, the essence of tranquility envelops you, inviting leisurely days exploring nearby trails or boating on the glistening lake. Evenings promise relaxation by a crackling fire pit under starlit skies, creating memories to cherish. This cabin offers a harmonious blend of comfort and nature, ensuring a restorative stay away from the hustle of daily life.

• Pets are welcome but cannot be left alone in the cabin.
• Quiet hours start at 10 PM; no noise is permitted after this time.
• Fires are only allowed in fire pits and must be extinguished with water.
• Guests are responsible for bringing their own charcoal for the barbecue grill.
• Television reception varies; some days may offer many channels, while others may offer few.
• There is no Wi-Fi available, and cell service can be intermittent.
• NO Smoking inside the cabins.





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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
NO PETS ARE TOBE LEFT ALONE IN THE CABIN !
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Do not make the beds
Leave key on ttable
Turn off heat /AC.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is NOT a party cabin. Quite time start at 10
Fires only in fire pit, no fires to be left alone.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taswell

Located in Taswell, this cabin is in a rural area. Patoka Lake and Hoosier National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Big Splash Adventure and French Lick Scenic Railway. FLWB Indoor Karting and Stephenson's General Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Taswell, IN

What's nearby

  • Patoka Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Patoka Lake Swimming Beach - 39 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Hoosier National Forest - 42 min drive - 26.8 km
  • French Lick Casino - 52 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Big Splash Adventure - 54 min drive - 56.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Benny’s Off The Water - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Patoka Lake Pub 'N' Grub - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Cottage Inn Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Eckerty Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Backwoods Rodeo - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat: Your Serene Lakeside Haven near Patoka Lake in Southern Indiana located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Patoka Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Hoosier National Forest and Newton-Stewart State Recreation Area. Patoka Lake Swimming Beach and Marengo Cave National Landmark are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

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

Our stay was amazing

Cute and cozy, had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin. Nice beds and bedding. Decor was cute. Liked the magazines and that you could borrow movies from the host. Definitely need to bring your own good and drinks. Nearest store is 20 to 30 minutes away. Out in nature. Lovely during fall with leaves changing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice cozy cabin

Nice quiet cabin, surrounding lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

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

Very quiet place

Easy reasonable and relaxing! If we come to this area again would definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan D., Lebanon, Ohio, USA

Quiet getaway in Southern Indiana

Very quiet, very clean, little cabin. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay there. The owner is most helpful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Peaceful

Nice clean peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

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

Good

Very clean and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jammie S.

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

Serenity cabin getaway

We had a wonderful time staying at this cute little cabin. It was very clean ! The screened in porch was just wonderful with a nice table and rocking chairs. It had everything we needed and Tim was readily available if we did need him. He was a super nice guy ! I would recommend this for a great weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keisha C.

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

Amazing getaway!

We came for our 2 year anniversary. We wanted to get away and enjoy some alone time. Tim was very kind and the property was beautiful! The lake was about a 5 minute drive for us to kayak and fish for the day. It rained a bit so the screened in porch was PERFECT for playing games and eating while still being outdoors! Thank you Tim for your wonderful hospitality! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

David W

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was all good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely weekend, we were able to rent a pontoon boat on the lake for a day and have very relaxing campfires in the evening. We wanted for nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin for a quick getaway host was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

The cozy cabin is close to little Patoka boa
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

krishna d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Good

It was a nice little cabin/house! Very roomy when you first come inside. It was very cozy. Tim the host was very attentive and social. Plenty of linens and towels were supplied. Those are the pros of our stay.Some cons were the pictures showed are not a good actual depiction of the property. Neighbors extremely close. Owner lives behind this cabin(was around constantly). Mastiff and pittbull mix running around on property the whole stay. Barking and stalking next to our cabin They did not belong to the owner. I had to watch taking my small dogs out to potty etc. A neighbor was out daily on 4 wheelers. Owner was mowing grass on 2 occasions. There is no place to go for a walk unless you walk on the road where the cars drive. There were no movies in the cabin that I could find. Glad we brought some with us. The hideaway bed is all bent up and cant sleep or lay to watch movies. We had to move the tv into the bedroom so we could be comfortable. We rented this in the belief it was a quiet place to relax, disconnect and get some rest. Its gotten so loud in our neighborhood. We are selling and moving soon to our own quiet land. It is with a heavy heart i have to report that it was NOT Quiet at serenity cabin. It was loud pretty much the whole time. I think we had maybe 1 peaceful day before we left the next morning. I wanted to make this a yearly visit until we moved into ours. But that isnt going to happen now. We have to find another place for next year. Think i already did.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

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

Great cabin

This was perfect for what we wanted. We were less than 10 mins to the boat ramp. The cabin itself was just the right size for the 3 of us plus we could have fit more. We loved the fire pit with wood they supplied for us. Very quiet and remote. We will def be back for a summer trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christon S.

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

Great spot

Perfect cabin for easy access and quiet area around Patoka
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Unplugged getaway!

Quaint cabin on dead end road; perfect for an opportunity to unplug and decompress. Cabin was well maintained and very clean. Host was outstanding in every way. Friendly, flexible, and very informative about area features and attractions. I would recommend, and would definitely book again when we return to the area. Thanks for a great weekend Tim!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

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

Family GetAWay

This cabin was perfect for our family of 5. The location was close to a ramp for our boat. The owner was friendly and helpful when we needed him, wonderful communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

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

Great areas

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Holds true to name “Serenity”

What a wonderful “countryesque” and truly serene stay my brother and I experienced. We were located about 25 minutes from Patoka Lake. We both would highly recommend to anyone seeking a little taste of southern Indiana countryside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Great Location!!!

Location was great! Place was very clean. Plenty of parking with the boat!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malinda G.

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

Vacation

It was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Serinity

Tim was an amazing host! The cabin was clean,quiet and adorable. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Passing thru

We stopped for a short 2 night stay on our way home from TN. Very nice place in quiet secluded area but close to anything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Chance B.

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

Stay

Nice cabin away from everything. Wish there was wifi but if you want to disconnect from the wood this is the place. Only downfall wasn't as close to the lake as I'd had hoped but overall nice property owner very clean and nice cabin. Many board games to play to stay entertained
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Timothy k Lee

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Lois and I are retired living the good life here at Patoka lake. we enjoy the lake but also enjoy the forest. having coffee at sunrise and watching the world come to life is really something special.

Why they chose this property

There is a reason we call the place serenity come unplug and enjoy

What makes this property unique

If you would like to unplug and get out of the rate race for a vacation come to serenity.

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