This cottage is located within a few miles (5 km) of Congdon Park and Bristol Opera House. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
RV Hall of Fame & Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum - 14 min drive - 11.9 miles
The Lerner - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
Wellfield Botanic Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
Elkhart General Hospital - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles
Getting around
Elkhart Station - 14 min drive
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Mayberry Cafe - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room
HOT TUB, GAME ROOM. 12 KAYAKS with life jackets provided for free. Stunning River views!! No close neighbors to worry about being up late or keeping quiet. Enjoy the wildlife from birds to an occasional Bald Eagle. Fish from the banks or jump in a kayak and head out to the sandbar 300 ft from the house where locals gather by boat to hang out when the weather is right. This beautifully renovated home boasts a brand new 7 person hot tub and game room with spectacular views of the Saint Joseph River. Located 10 minutes from Middlebury and Elkhart and only 18 minutes from Shipshewana! Notre Dame is also only a 28 minute drive. There is room to park 5 vehicles. 7 if you want to use the lawn. There is room to park a boat trailer on the lawn if you want to bring your own boat. There is a golf course a couple miles down the road. There is 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, 2 full beds/ bunkbeds, 5 twin beds/bunkbeds.
Plenty of restaurants, grocery stores, chalet, fast food etc within 5 to 10 minutes away. Door Dash or Uber eats delivers to this location.
Shipshewana is 18 minutes away and is a small tourist town with one of the largest flea Markets in the US. Lots of small shops, restaurants, bakeries and Amish food.
Sorry no pets allowed!
-12 KAYAKS with life jackets provided for free
- Cornhole and spike ball for outside pleasure
- There is a public park located about a mile down the road that has 6 pickleball courts, basketball court and a splash pad area for kids.
-We have 8 pickleball paddles and balls at the house that you can take with you to the public park.
-Ideal beach is located about 7 minutes from the house and is a tourist attraction with a nice sandy beach area, water slides and some fun things for kids to do.
FULLY FURNISHED: Free firewood provided-unlimited supply Gas Grill- extra propane tanks on site for free Washer and Dryer Free WiFi Keurig coffee maker Regular coffee maker Regular coffee provided Hand soap Laundry detergent Dishwasher tablets Paper towel and toilet paper Hair dryer High chair for toddlers Iron and ironing board Portable Bluetooth speaker to use when sitting in the hot tub or around the campfire Fire pit 16 camping chairs
4 smart TVs throughout the house with Direct TV Gameroom with DirectTV
The Space: Washer/Dryer and laundry room Pack and play provided 12 kayaks with life jackets 1 king bed 2 queen beds 2 full over twin bunkbeds 2 twin over twin bunkbeds
-Swing set with slide in backyard
**This is not a party house so please be respectful and treat it as you would want your own home to be treated. $500 fine if the hot tub is trashed with alcohol or food or anything else is damaged!! Thanks
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,150 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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: 18
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Bristol, close to RV Hall of Fame & Museum, Heaton Lake, and Baldwins Lake. You'll also find Long Lake and Bristol Opera House within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room?
Yes, this cottage has a spa tub.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
How close is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal), which is 17.5 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is around 24 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room?
Yes, every accommodation at River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room comes with a deck.