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Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Entire home

1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Edwardsburg, MI
  • Popular LocationUniversity Park Mall17 min drive
  • AirportElkhart, IN (EKI-Elkhart Municipal)18 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Notre Dame21 min drive
  • Popular LocationNotre Dame Stadium24 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Edwardsburg

This vacation home places you 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from University of Notre Dame. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Wellfield Botanic Gardens - 16 min drive
  • The Lerner - 17 min drive
  • University Park Mall - 17 min drive
  • University of Notre Dame - 21 min drive
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 18 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN): 33-min drive, 18.3 mi/29.5 km<br /> Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal): 42-min drive, 25.6 mi/41.2 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • ‪Simonton Lake Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tradewinds & The Galley-Elkhart - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 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.

Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment!

Four bedroom, two bath home right on the Lake, with an outside deck (12 x 16), with a wheelchair ramp. Small beach with shallow water at edge.

Boat rental and delivery available through Corey Lake Marina. (Call Bob or Pat )
Boat rental and delivery also available from Brett at Sister Lake
Boat and water trampoline rental also available from Park shore Marina in Cassopolis
Horseback ride in Cassopolis at Diamond-D-Ranch.

Restaurants close by: Eddies Steak Shed 3.5 miles; 4 Square Bar 1 mile; Taco Bell 1 mile; McDonalds 1.5 miles; Bennigans, Texas Roadhouse, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, etc. 3 miles; Hardings Market 1 mile; Martins Supermarket 4 miles; Walmart 5 miles; Also, Garver Lake Golf Course 1 Block; Stables 2 blocks; Notre Dame 15 minutes away.
Vacation Cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Very reasonable rates. There is an optional laundry cleaning fee of $75, and a grill cleaning fee of $75. Call Cathy to discuss the checks for these charges.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Cathy Konkle

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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
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: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30.

Property is also known as

Vacation at Garver Lake

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Does Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is 18.3 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal), which is located 25.6 mi away (42-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment!?

Yes, every accommodation at Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment! comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Vacation at Garver Lake ~ Private Beach For Your Enjoyment! Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 60 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Garver lake
Pictures that they show online are out of date place is a little dirty did not like the fact we had to do laundry and vacuum before we left. Did not realize this before we signed up. I give it a two and a five
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location.
The cottage was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

roger g.

lake front
wonderful stay, beautiful lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tammy C.

Great beach
The grands kids had a blast! They enjoyed the beach and grandson caught his first fish there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to gather & spend time at the lake!!
We had an absolutely wonderful time with our children and grandchildren at this house on Garver Lake! There was plenty of room for all of us & the living room layout was fantastic! We could all sit around on the couches talking to each other!! The deck was nice an enjoyable under the trees. We had problems with flies on the deck, but that was due to previous renters not putting all the trash out. Once all 4 trash bins were empty, the problem subsided. We had a wonderful time and hope to be back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Getaway
We had a lovely week at Kathy's cottage! She was quick to respond to all my questions beforehand, and check-in/check-out was a breeze. We spent the first half of the week with friends and the second with family. The water is clean and easy to walk into through the sandy beach. My friend's young son has autism and spent HOURS in the shallow trying to catch fish with a bucket. They come right up to you and swim around :) The younger kids loved swimming, the older kids loved fishing off the pier and the moms loved the relaxation, beautiful scenery, and quiet lake. We saw plenty of wildlife...caught a turtle, watched a hawk dive in the lake and catch dinner, saw muskrats, a hummingbird, a red-winged blackbird, baby bunnies and plenty of ducks and geese. The house is very cottagey. Kitchen is fully stocked. Laundry is in the house and very convenient. There's a new outdoor grill and good size deck. Plenty of extra bedding, towels, toilet paper, etc... There is WiFi in the home, but reception is not great. The pier is a bit rickety, and the ladder off the end is very slippery, so be careful. There’s a nice firepit in the front that we made smores on nightly. Don’t forget your firewood! We had great weather while we were there, and there was plenty of shade in the yard, and also plenty of sun throughout the day. A great combo. The one day it rained, we hung out inside and played the games we brought (plenty of room on the living room floor for Twister and comfy couches along all walls for movie nights). Bring your own games and playing cards just in case. I suggest renting the paddle boat from Kathy. It was a fun little perk that everyone enjoyed! All in all we had an awesome time on Lake Garver! Nice clean lake and cottage, beautiful views, lots of space, quiet, and fun. It’s also super close to South Bend/Notre Dame, Indiana so that my parents and sister’s family could easily come up for the day. I highly recommend Kathy’s cottage. It made me realize we need to be doing this every summer. I’ll start saving up now! Thanks Kathy :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice quiet lakefront home
good view, good place to walk, great deck, good dock to tie up our fishing and ski boats
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with plenty of room!
This was a nice lake home on an all sports lake. There are four bedrooms and plenty of living room space for everyone! We had a great family vacation! The owner was very accommodating and helpful. We were able to dock our boat on the pier without a problem. The public access is two doors down. We had a really nice relaxing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous relaxing time at the lake!
My family rented this cottage for a nice relaxing getaway and weren't disappointed! The owner was wonderful to work with and very attentive to helping to make sure we enjoyed ourselves; from giving us ideas of things to do, to helping out with kayaks and paddle boats! We chose this place for a number of reasons, one being that we could bring our dog. She loved it also! Being able to sit on the private beach with our dog, while my husband fished off the dock , and my Mom sat on the deck was exactly what we all needed to start off our summer! The owner said she was continuing to do updates to the property and we look forward to going back and seeing what she's done. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deidre O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for what we needed!
The house was pretty much just as listed/shown in the description. Beds were comfortable with plenty of extra blankets and pillows for kids to lounge around wherever. The kitchen was pretty stocked with everything we needed - the only thing we needed that we didn't come across was a lighter because the grill did not light on its own. Bathrooms were good and clean when we arrived. Having a washer/dryer came in handy. The leather couches in the living room do shed quite a bit but they were comfortable and it was nice to have somewhere that everyone could sit together and hang out when the mosquitos were too much to be outside. We rented a boat and tube for a full day on Diamond Lake which is only 15 minutes from the house. The kids went in the water a bit at the house, but the mosquitos were pretty insane, so we didn't spend as much time outside there as we would have liked. There's no real lighting outside on the deck, so if you are grilling after sunset, might want to bring a flashlight or lantern or something. Grill worked fine other than needed a lighter to start like mentioned earlier. Check-in and out process was beyond easy and the host called to check in on the first day and last day of our trip. House was close enough to stores and restaurants whenever we needed anything (less than 10 minutes to everything). Overall this was a great find and I would recommend it. Great for families. We had two families with five kids total ages 11-17.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021