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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 783.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place

Enjoy a Magical Vacation at Our Lake Home
If you’re looking for the perfect spot to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet, look no further than our lake home! Sitting on 55 acres of private lake with no public access, our cottage has been fully remodeled inside and out. From the vaulted ceilings to the screened porch, it offers all of the comforts you need for a relaxing stay. But that’s not all! Keep reading to find out more about what makes this vacation spot truly magical.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
With a $50 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Columbia City

Located in Columbia City, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chain O' Lakes State Park and Big Barbee Lake, while Wagon Wheel Theatre and Billy Sunday Home Museum are cultural highlights.
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Columbia City, IN

What's nearby

  • Parkview Whitley Hospital - 18 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Big Barbee Lake - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Webster Lake - 19 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Chain O' Lakes State Park - 21 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Lake Wawasee - 26 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marlow’s Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪jr's drive in - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Drunkle's House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Boondocks - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place on 17 Apr 2026 start from AU$281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This two-bedroom Lakeside cottage is a magical place located?

Situated in Columbia City, this golf cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Big Barbee Lake, Parkview Whitley Hospital and Webster Lake. Tippecanoe Lake and Chain O' Lakes State Park are also within 16 miles (25 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. 69 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host. Very clean, quiet, relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TWS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An awesome place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely cottage! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was incredible! Everything you could need is here. Really pack light! Very clean! Loved the welcoming coffee bar. We have family in the area and will definitely be staying here again. It snowed while we where here and the lake is absolutely beautiful. I'm looking forward to a summer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was so clean and decorated beautifully. Everything was top notch. Wapoing out to the end of the peir and sitting in the chairs was so relaxing, with a wonderful peaceful view. Seeing a heron, swans, ducks, and those abundant Canadian geese brought serenity. Thank you again for hosting
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time at John and Belle's property! It was just the peaceful relaxing getaway we were hoping for. The backyard is quiet and feels very private. It was a treat to get to paddle around in the kayaks and spend the evenings around a firepit. We were grateful to be able to take a vacation with our furry family members, too! We brought a tether zipline and connected out dog's leash so she could roam safely between the shed and the drive at the other end of the property. It was perfect! We really enjoyed the screened in porch for morning coffee and endless hours of cozy reading. The kitchen is well stocked with all the tools you'll need to prepare meals and there are lots of games available for guest use. Wonderful hosts and a beautiful property! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing property and amenities supplied. This is the best stocked VRBO we have stayed at! We took advantage of the pontoon boat rental and Greg was a great host going over the boat and tour of the lake! The neighbors were very nice and the area so quiet. The grandkids stayed outside all day, went kayaking and fishing and we made many great memoriesWe will be looking to come back regularly if the dates are open! Thanks for letting us stay at this beautiful lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, quiet, and has more than enough extra supplies that one might need. (zip locks, spices, condiments, paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, ect...)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage on a quiet lake. Relaxing. Everything we needed was available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle D.

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

Amazing stay

This property is everything advertised and more. My husband and I stayed a couple of days, and the lake was beautiful, the neighbors were super friendly, and the house was clean, fully equipped, and perfectly located. This is a don't miss!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

No wifi four nights otherwise would be fine. The owner was nice and tried to remedy the situation but no refunds and the’hotspot’ was not effective. Wifi is important to usWe should have had been notified in advance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robin r.

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

Visiting family

House was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TWS

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

New Lake

Great place on a quiet lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara O.

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

Relaxing Getaway

This place was just what my husband and I needed on our little getaway. It was very relaxing and peaceful. We will be booking another trip soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

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

Relaxing lake stay

Beautiful setting and nicely decorated. The furnace was noisier than I expected but took the chill off in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beautiful quiet location

My husband and spent 3 nights here in September and loved it. We are in our 50's, new to Indiana, and wanted a quiet location on the water to relax, fish, and enjoy the scenery. This did not disappoint! Owner John is easy to communicate with and check-in was seamless. The caretaker Greg lives nearby and does a great job making you feel welcome but also giving total privacy. The home is really well stocked, clean, comfortable, and perfectly decorated for the location. The kitchen is large and they have thought of everything you might need. It is a bright cheery open living room/kitchen looking out onto the lake. The screened in porch is perfect for morning coffee and helps protect from the bugs at night. The lake is very small but that was a plus to us and part of the charm. We opted to rent the pontoon boat and have no regrets. We had no luck fishing (although the lake is crystal clear and you can see the fish and turtles everywhere) but really enjoyed going out early to watch the sunrise and watching the sunset from the boat. It is absolutely beautiful!! I love to swim and lounge in water, so I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't just jump off the dock to cool off. There are a lot of lily pads and pond plants surrounding the dock and it's very shallow making swimming and/or fishing difficult. The yard is beautiful though and there is comfortable seating all over this property. We are already planning a winter trip. A beautiful oasis right in the middle of cornfields!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Peaceful

We enjoyed a very peaceful time on the water. The house was well stocked with the essentials. The coffee pods were appreciated as we brought regular ground coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Adorable cottage on a quiet lake

The property was beautiful, the pictures don’t do it justice! The house was clean and well stocked. Greg was very helpful with the pontoon and took us on a ride around the lake before giving us the keys. The screened in porch was perfect to relax in at night while keeping the bugs away. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory T.

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

Unplug & Enjoy

What a peaceful and fun filled experience. The cottage is great - roomy and comfortable with everything you could possibly want. Outdoors even better - lake is awesome! We rented the pontoon and spent a lot of time on the water. Went fishing and swimming and took the kayaks out every morning to a glass like lake. Lunch on the lake and evening sunset cruises after grilling out. Private lake - basically had the place to ourselves. You’ll never want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley J.

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

Fantastic!

This wonderful cottage was so pretty and comfortable. The screened in porch was nice at night. My husband and I were there for a week, and we were the only ones on the lake almost every day. We loved watching the fish and the turtles at the end of the pier. The lake is small, so there is no skiing or fast boating, but if you want a peaceful, relaxing place, this is it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Perfect Lake House

The house was lovely, had everything you could need for your stay. The internet worked great, the lake was beautiful. Greg was a ton of help! Enjoyed the fishing, swimming and the boating! Could not recommend highly enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

A hidden gem in northern Indiana

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and look forward to renting again! The location is a great place to enjoy nature and relax. Time seems to slow down here, making even a short visit seem long. Very, very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Relaxing Family Getaway

My husband and I and our two adult daughters enjoyed our stay at Bellevue Cottage. It was so peaceful and quiet! The cottage is clean and comfortable. We enjoyed time on the water—fishing and relaxing one day in the pontoon and taking the kayaks out several times. We also took day trips to Shipshewana and Winona Lake. We loved the space and the relaxation it provided for our special family time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ina y.

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

wonderful in everyway

Everything was great, one problem though: the dog. There was no place to walk or run or even feel free in a back yard but even it would not be on a leash there is no security for a pet. Also since we have a sail boat, Loon lake would be better for us. So if you can move your beautiful cottage there, we would be your permanent customers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

2nd stay this summer

We 1st stayed over Memorial Day and booked again for Labor Day weekend. This property has everything one would need for a relaxing weekend. The property is clean and the bed in the primary bedroom was really comfortable. They really thought of everything. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Hufferd

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We are professional horse trainers ! We are world travelers.So we understand the vacation business.We want our guests to be very comfortable. Also work as little as possible on their vacation.
We are excited about our newest venture with Vrbo !! We hope to have the same successes as we have in our other businesses .

John & Belle

Why they chose this property

The Lake Experience
Our lake home is equipped with everything you need for an amazing outdoor experience. Whether you’re a fishing enthusiast or just enjoy birdwatching, our 30-foot fishing pier provides plenty of opportunities to catch fish or watch wildlife in their natural habitat. If you want to explore even further, we provide kayaks so that you can take your adventure out onto the lake. And if you’re looking for more of a leisurely ride, pontoon boats or a fishing are available for rental upon request.

Inside the Cottage
But it’s not just about what lies outside; inside, our cottage is just as inviting! With its gourmet-style kitchen and bar seating area, entertaining guests has never been easier. The two bedrooms also allow for plenty of space for everyone at your party to rest after a long day of activities. And best of all? Every room offers stunning views of the lake from its many windows!
To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we also provide a few fishing poles and kayaks at no extra cost – although safety equipment like lifejackets must be worn. We also have a fire pit where you can gather around with friends or family and enjoy each other’s company while roasting marshmallows or making s'mores. All in all, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some quality time together!
Conclusion:
Whether you're looking for an outdoor adventure or simply want to take in breathtaking views of nature, there's nothing quite like our lake home! With its convenient amenities and stunning views both inside and out, it's easy to see why so many people choose this magical spot for their vacation getaway year after year. So don't wait — book your trip now and start creating memories that will last a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we also provide a few fishing poles and kayaks at no extra cost – although safety equipment like lifejackets must be worn. We also have a fire pit where you can gather around with friends or family and enjoy each other’s company while roasting marshmallows or making s'mores. All in all, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some quality time together!

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