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Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View

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A wooden deck with red chairs and a railing overlooking a lake.
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A riverside walkway with a bench, a concrete retaining wall, and potted plants.
A small, single-story house with a red door and white trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with a red refrigerator, wooden bar stools, a coffee maker, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine View Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View

Located 15 minutes outside Monticello on Lake Shafer, this fabulous, historic country cottage offers a cozy retreat for guests. It was once a dwelling for Sally Rand, a famous burlesque dancer, and her entourage during the 1933-34 Chicago Worlds Fair! The 'Eagles' Nest' cottage offers a complimentary coffee bar. With sleeping areas featuring a bedroom with full size bed, a day bed ( has 2 twin mattresses) and a living room with a twin sofa bed, there’s plenty of space to relax. The newly updated bathroom includes a walk-in shower with complimentary toiletries . Guests stay comfortable thanks to heating and air conditioning. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploring Indiana Beach, taking in a kayak trip up river (available to rent), fishing off the sandy river's edge for walleye or bass, or enjoying quiet moments around a beach campfire, this marvelous property provides a fantastic home away from home. This cottage property has plenty of room to park 2 trucks with fishing boats too! We hope you enjoy our place, Lake Shafer, and all that Monticello has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children need to be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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, lock the doors and return the keys
When leaving, put keys on kitchen counter and lock door. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1.All vehicles are to be parked on gravel driveway. 2. No jumping or diving off of Seawall- rocks below!! 3.Enjoy the cottage and water :)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5103064vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Monticello

Located in Monticello, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Monon Connection Museum and Wabash & Erie Canal Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pine View Golf Course and Tippecanoe Country Club. High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing and Terre Vin Monticello WineShop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Monticello, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Pine View Golf Course - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Terre Vin Monticello WineShop - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Monticello City Park - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey & Wine Saloon - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy O's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Restaurant and Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Lago Taco & Tequila - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Skyroom Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Shafer Country Cottage with Magnificent View located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Shafer, Pine View Golf Course and Tippecanoe Country Club. Monon Family Health Clinic and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend get away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL spot. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was amazing. Very flexible and friendly! The house was perfect for a weekend getaway. I highly recommend and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2026
Gracie and her guest had a great time. They were very neat and cottage was well cared for.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and friendly. She responded quickly to email requests and questions. The cottage was exactly as pictured and loved the view of Lake Schaefer from the deck.Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great property. Owner was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful trip and enjoyed our escape to a quiet and peaceful lake life for a few days. We enjoyed a visit from three deer each evening and loved the beautiful flowers and birds around the cottage.Our host, Karyl was the best. She had the cottage ready to go. It was clean and stocked with the basics and her communications were clear on what was provided. She even had fresh flowers picked and in the cottage for us to enjoy. She checked in via text midway through our stay to make sure we didn't need anything or have any questions. If you are looking for a place to get away from a busy life and want to enjoy a lake view to rest and relax, this is the place for you or at least it was for us!Thank you Karyl!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at the cabin was nothing short of glorious! Karyl was so responsive, friendly, and accommodating of me as an 86 year old woman needing a bit more support than some. Karyl always responded to my questions with urgency, and the cottage was immaculate, comfortable, and well furnished. A perfect get away to spend time with my son. I strongly recommend staying at Karyl's cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
This home is a gem I would say, unfortunately my experience was not, with the host in particular. The place was quite dirty with unclean floors, bathroom, sheets and unclean dishes. My cat found a random summer sausage on the floor and got sick. My showers were mostly cold. I found multiple roaches daily, and when I found 6 in one night I finally decided to leave. Unfortunately I did not have proof of my complaints, therefore the host turned it around and told me my issues were false. I blew a fuse in the bathroom, which she had to hire an electrician, but told me I should have asked to plug in my device. Host was refusing refund until I complained, therefore she gave me a very small percentage back. I am honestly shocked at how unprofessional and rude this host was with everything that had happened. She was very pleasant to begin with until I decided to leave. If I can give any advice, do not contact host through phone, have proof if there are any issues, and ask to use outlets.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Responding to this guest, I feel her fabricated complaints were an attempt to be refunded for a stay that she had changed her mind on for personal reasons. Her requests were dealt with promptly as they arose. This cottage is truly a gem as she mentioned.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Meeting the owner in person to Acces keys was a challenge for us with timing and traffic. We felt bad for arriving later than planned. When we arrived we found the master bedroom sheets had hair and particles on them. Even though we arrived late at night the owner came right over to fix the issue and replaced the sheets. The view, patio and sand beach are amazing! Steep set of stairs to get down to beach totally not a problem for us but be mindful if someone has mobility restrictions. Additionally the ability to rent kayaks was very nice and convenient. If you are a beginner kayaker probably not the best. To enter the water you go down a ladder into the water where there is a small standing pad to load into the kayak. As a shorter person and high water levels I was not high enough above the kayak to get stability to load therefore had to get creative and hung off the ladder. The mornings were super quiet and peaceful, calm water not a lot of river traffic. Great for kayaking. Afternoon river turned into a party vibe, lots of music. There was a house down river that played music into the evening till about midnight but we did not mind the style was good and a variety. Having a fire on the sand beach was an excellent way to enjoy the sunset evening stars. There were a few spiders/bugs, we chopped it up to being an older cottage hard to seal to keep them out. Great dog friendly, our dog enjoyed the long weekend. She is trained to kayak with us and wears a life vest.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I along with my sister came in from out of town and out of state to stay for my grandfathers celebration of life. Karyl was excellent at communicating and made the stay very pleasant. Property was beautiful and so peaceful! Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Karyl

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I am formerly from northern Illinois where my family owned and operated 14 historic summer cottages. I grew up with horses and working on horse farms. I continue my love for both of these in Indiana. I am an artist. The paintings in the cottage are a few of my pieces.
I enjoy hosting my cottage because it allows me to share my joy of the area with others and meet new people.

Why they chose this property

The Eagles Nest sits just outside a little town called Buffalo. Situated on a quiet country lot over looking the Tippecanoe River, it gives guests quiet mornings and evenings. Fishing and boating are popular pastimes as is dining in Monticello. Free live music is always available and a day or two spent at Indiana Beach is a must. Boat tours on Lake Shafer or Lake Freeman top off the perfect vacation.

What makes this property unique

The Eagles Nest is unique to the area because of its history of being in the 1933-34 Chicago Worlds Fair as a dressing room for Sally Rand. It’s location sits high off the water but is only 30 easy steps to the water with the rivers depth being between 4-5 feet it is perfect for swimming and kayaking . Its country lot offers privacy along with quiet mornings and calm evenings attracting fisherman, swans, geese and an occasional bald eagle.

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