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Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

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A deck with a fire pit and benches overlooking a lake with trees and a sunset.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a sofa set, a coffee table, and large windows.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a fan, and a view of the outside.
A deck with a long table, chairs, and string lights, overlooking a body of water with a sunset sky.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Waterpark access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Decatur, IL
  • Place, Lake Decatur
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Millikin University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Shelbyville
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Decatur, IL (DEC)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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

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About the area

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Lake Decatur 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. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Decatur, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Decatur - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Decatur Public Library - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Millikin University - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Fido Fields - 9 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lake Shelbyville - 37 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Debbies Diner - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing on 26 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,163, 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 Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Decatur and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nelson Park and Overlook Adventure Park. Nelson Dog Park and Children's Museum of Illinois are also within 3 miles (5 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. 33 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Restful Retreat at Lake Shore Cottage

We absolutely loved our stay at the Lake Shore Cottage! Every part of the home has been thoughtfully designed to usher in relaxation and retreat! The location is perfect- right on the lake. We thoroughly recommend Lake Shore Cottage to anyone looking for the perfect getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property on the lake. Perfect place for us to visit our son and bring our pups. Very clean and nicely appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay.

Beautiful scenery. Very clean and inviting home. Host was amazingly responsive. Highly recommended.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Perfect back yard for our dog. Next time I will bring the fishing rod!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and updated. House also has a great deck with a wonderful view of the lake. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake front property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay

We had a lovely getaway at the cabin, it was a beautiful place—the perfect balance of modern and cozy. It was very clean and they thought of almost everything. And the view was stunning, especially at sunrise as you see it rise across the lake. So grateful for our time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

amazing stay

What a gift this beautiful home was to our family! It was clean, home-y, stocked with tons to do and everything we needed!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay with kids

Kids love all the water toys. Our dog was able to enjoy her stay. Plenty of room for a family. Clean!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Spot

It looks just like the photos! The access to the lake is awesome, though it was a bit cold during our trip. The cottage was clean and cozy, a great place for a weekend getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and Great Location

Stayed for a work event taking place in Decatur. Was a very quiet, clean, relaxing place to unwind at the end of the day. Will try to stay here again for future trips to Decatur.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for your kind words Luke! We truly appreciate great guests such as yourself and look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fantastic

Everything is in the house that you need and it is a nice atmosphere. We love being in the Lake Cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent property for family

Lake Shore Cottage we perfect for our family. We loved being on the lake & kayaking. The house offers lovely waterfront views. Kitchen is well stocked. Nice appointments throughout. And clean!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

Enjoyed spending time together as a family in a spacious area - lots of room and lots of floor space for the kids to play. Beautiful view of the lake - beautiful sunrises.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic find! It delivers on everything it promises. Super clean and well appointed. We had a blast sitting on the porch bird watching. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The view on the lake is fantastic.

Alle was super nice Rebecca! its is nice to see that you are continuously improving your cottage!! It is such a nice place!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Lakefront

Such a pleasant stay at this cozy little lakefront cottage. Enjoyed the quiet, peaceful days and especially the evenings on the decks and dock with firepit. The neighbors were very friendly as well and we enjoyed conversing with them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakefront Vistas

Loved the view of Lake Decatur, and the owners communication was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in Decatur

Our family (6 adults) enjoyed the holiday together. The space was adequate for what we needed, as were the sleeping arrangements.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place to stay in Decatur

What a charming and relaxing place to stay in Decatur, IL. My family of six stayed here during a weekend soccer tournament and it had more then what we needed/expected. We were able to relax on the lake and play family board games during the crazy. Communication was outstanding and we will definitely stay here again when in town. Way better then any hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice extended weekend on the lake. The cabin is well decorated and has lots of amenities, The manager answered questions promptly, The lake front amenities were great, only thing missing was the canoe that was in the listing. The kayaks were really nice and easy to get to. A great place to relax, I recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

The property was very nice and clean. We had a small issue, but we found the property manager’s phone number in a binder and she responded to us immediately and had the issue resolved within half an hour. I would absolutely rent this Vrbo again and my family that was staying with me is also considering renting it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2025
We love to hear our guests appreciate the work we do and are thinking of returning! We look forward to hosting you and your group again soon. :-)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place!

We had a great mini family gathering. Everything was clean and the teens loved the downstairs area where they could chill watching movies on the big screen & playing games in the electronic board game console. The weather was gorgeous for November so we were able to take advantage of the grill, the deck, the cute outdoor seating area and the pier/fire pit. Everything was well organized and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Thank you for beautiful place to gather and rest with family!!
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