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Monticello Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | Step-Free Access | 975 Sq Ft
Cottage Exterior
Living Area | Flat-Screen TV w/ Cable | Electric Fireplace
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tippecanoe Country Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!

‘Cozy Cottage’ | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 3-Season Room | Gas Grill | Fire Pit

Make this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Monticello vacation rental your next home away from home! This renovated cottage features a cozy living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private outdoor space with on-site access to Lake Shafer. Spend your time sipping vino at local wineries, golfing at nearby courses, or floating along the lazy river at Indiana Beach!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV w/ cable
- Furnished 3-season room
- Breakfast bar, electric fireplace

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck, patio, gas grill (propane not provided)
- Fire pit (starter wood provided)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spices
- Keurig & drip coffee makers
- Crockpot, microwave, toaster

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, washer/dryer (detergent provided)
- Trash bags, paper towels
- Hair dryer, complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
- Boat trailer parking not available on-site

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cottage, step-free access

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Lake Shafer
- Near wineries & breweries
- 2 miles to Tall Timbers Marina
- 5 miles to Indiana Beach Boardwalk Resort
- 35 miles to Lafayette
- 83 miles to South Bend International Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $125 fee (+ fees & taxes; dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- This property cannot accommodate boat trailers or guests bringing their boats. There is nearby boat launching with parking
- This single-story cottage offers step-free access
- There is another bookable vacation rental located on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.
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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
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

About the area

Monticello

Located in Monticello, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Shafer and Monticello City Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing and Indiana Beach Amusement Resort. Terre Vin Monticello WineShop and Monon Connection Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Monticello, IN

What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tippecanoe Country Club - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Pine View Golf Course - 13 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Monon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach! on 5 May 2026 start from AU$267, 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 Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage w/ Deck Near Indiana Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Shafer and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tippecanoe Country Club and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing. Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Pine View Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay! Loved the wooden deck over the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Loved this place

Clean and exactly as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was quiet and relaxing. I had my coffee on the dock each morning and it was beautiful. Owners go above and beyond to be very friendly and accommodating - fantastic people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Cozy cottage!

Cozy cottage with all the furnishings to make you feel right at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Megan and Nate

Nice stay!

Very nice/relaxing stay!! The owners even let us pick some tomatoes and were so very friendly! Nice, cozy place with all you need and nice views!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place. Perfect for a small family that wants to vacation in Monticello. The place itself is very nice, but i especially like it's location right outside the edge of town, and right on the lake. Close to Indiana beach and anything you need in town, yet with a country feel to it - cornfields and meadows just North of the property. This was our second time here, and we really like the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cozy Cottage was a perfect place to stay for a short getaway to find some peace, quiet, and rest, which I needed very much. Everything was meticulously clean, well organized, and decorated tastefully. The hosts were so kind and helpful, making me feel very welcomed and safe since I was visiting on my own. I highly recommend this property.
The three seasons porch was my favorite place during my stay. So comfortable!
I woke before sunrise to a beautiful lake experience from the lovely dock/deck. So quiet and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Nice Place

We had a great time at Cozy Cottage. This place was exactly as advertised, in excellent condition, and we especially enjoyed the deck right on the lake. Hope to stay there again sometime. We met the owners who were very friendly and helpful also
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Cozy Cottage lived up to expectations

As advertised, this place delivered. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Lake Shafer cottage

Beautiful property! Owners were also staying near the cottage and were very nice. They allowed us to have a couple extra visitors. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry O.

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

Long Weekend by the Lake

Enjoyed cool fall weather on the deck overlooking Lake Shafer
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

us@jerrodcarter.com u.

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

Enjoyable July 4th

The cabin was super cute and had everything we could possibly need! The hosts thought of everything. Cabin was very nicely decorated. We were there for the Fourth of July and could see fireworks all around us as we sat on the deck over the river.We would definitely recommend this rental. Host were on property and were there anytime we needed anything. They were very hospitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

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

Fabulous Stay

Such a great time. Only 10 minutes from Indiana Beach. Loved having morning coffee on the deck every morning. Place was clean and so adorable. We will be back if coming to Indiana again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Lakefront vacation

The owner lives next to the property and there are a few decks to enjoy the water views. It is about 5 miles from Indiana Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

RELAXING GET-AWAY

We SO enjoyed our few days at Shafer Lake. Our little cottage was perfect and we rarely left the beautiful deck! Jane and Bob were fantastic hosts…friendly and helpful with all our questions. We hope to go back some time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is adorable! Well stocked with every amenity. Super clean and the grounds are beautiful...very peaceful. The owners Bob & Jayne are very nice. We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Great Getaway

The owner contacted me beforehand with helpful information and a pleasant welcome. The cottage was nicely decorated, very clean and fully equipped. I especially loved the deck overlooking the water and the all seasons room. I had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Everything we wanted and more!

We absolutely loved the cottage! It was clean, well stocked with dishes, appliances, blankets, towels, etc. We loved sitting on the back porch and drinking our morning coffee. The deck was nice too! Definitely would stay here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JR (Arthur) F.

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

Peaceful Cottage

Cottage was clean with nice updates it was peaceful and quiet We just wanted to get a weekend away from our house and away from the city and this was perfect! It was also dog friendly. Our miniature schnauzer actually really enjoyed herself too, you could tell, and we definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Cozy is right

We booked "Cozy Cottage" for the 5 days over the 4th of July holiday. We had stayed here before and wanted to return. The accommodations were great, the view of the river fabulous and the deck actually sits on the river. 100% great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie H.

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

Cozy cottage

We had a great time. Our daughter was disappointed that there were not bunk beds, but everything else was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K

Cozy Cottage girls weekend

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Cabin. Cabin was close to the wineries and to the Madam Carroll dinner boat cruise we went on. We enjoyed our day on the deck playing cards and catching some rays! Cabin is stocked with most everything you need.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Great Home

We were pleasantly surprised to find such a nice place to stay while visiting family at Shafer Lake. We have been coming to this area for the past 10+ years for a family reunion and struggle to find a good place to stay. The home was clean and had every amenity you could want during a stay. The Host was extremely friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be staying here for future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne C.

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

Exactly as advertised, perfect!

Spent 3 nights. Cottage was exactly as advertised, which is always a wonderful experience. Fully loaded, peaceful, relaxing, with a small town nearby. I highly recommend Cozy Cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Perfect

Total relaxation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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