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Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Overview
Location
Amenities
Policies

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Albion, IN

Place, Chain O' Lakes State Park
‪7 min drive‬
Place, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary
‪8 min drive‬
Place, Presence Saint Francis Place
‪8 min drive‬
Airport, Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Albion

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Chain O' Lakes State Park and Noble Hawk Golf Links. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

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What's nearby

Chain O' Lakes State Park - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles
Noble Hawk Golf Links - 8 min drive - 9.1 miles
Presence Saint Francis Place - 8 min drive - 9.9 miles
Sylvan Lake - 13 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

Waterloo Station - 28 min drive
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Breakfast House - ‬11 min drive
‪Albion Ale House - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
‪Half Acre Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Pizza Forum - ‬12 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.

Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake

Private vacation home with a beautiful view of Lake Skinner. Waterfront access for fishing or taking the paddle boat out (seasonal).
This cottage has all the basic amenities to make your stay comfortable. From the warm fire place to the spacious deck and 3 seasons room, you can enjoy this place anytime of the year. The full kitchen makes this place perfect for a week long getaway!
A short twenty minute drive to Auburn and under an hour drive to Fort Wayne and Shipshewana.

The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Boat

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
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 is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Albion, close to Chain O' Lakes State Park, Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, and Cook Island. You'll also find Hathaway Island and Noble Hawk Golf Links nearby.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal), which is 28.2 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fort Wayne Intl. Airport (FWA), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake?

Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Ernie S.

Nov 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Nov 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place very cozy very much enjoyed our stay

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Oct 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J K.

Oct 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend, clean and comfortable home on a beautiful lake. Kitchen stocked with pans and appliances so it was easy to cook and we enjoyed our meals on the deck. Quiet neighborhood and can't say enough praise of the lakeview. Nice grass area that was stocked with firewood. Host has thought of everything, even chargers in main bedroom for phones. Roku, puttgolf game and fishing poles!!! 5 stars

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Sep 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We were extremely pleased with this gem! The place was clean, host was easy to contact, and we enjoyed the boat and firepit. The bed was comfortable and the host paid a lot of attention to details. Overall, an excellent experience that I would recommend to others.

Beautiful, cozy cabin right on the lake. We enjoyed the paddleboat, charcoal grill and firepit! If you happen to forget anything there’s a Walmart not too far away. View is amazing and we loved having our morning coffee on the deck. Fireplace was nice too! Cabin is well equipped with everything you need and our host is so kind!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julee B.

Aug 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The cottage was perfect! It’s very well stocked, super clean, and just the cutest. We loved the pontoon and evenings on the deck. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

Aug 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was excellent. Beautiful view of the lake. Had everything you needed in this home. Just bring your clothes and food everything else is provided. Lived our stay!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Jul 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

My wife and I have stayed in places from Maine to California and your place has been the best one we’ve stayed at. You have thought of everything a person could need for their stay and added it to your home. Thanks for a wonderful place for us to get away from our every day life!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

william L.

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time second time here will come back

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA S.

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Memories Made

We stayed at the sweet lake cottage with our son and his fiance. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you would need to prepare a meal. The lakefront deck provided amazing views and was a perfect place to enjoy that first cup of coffee. ThePaddle boat and fishing poles provided lots of fun as did tbe lakefront firepit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey M.

Jun 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway at Skinner

Such a clean, comfortable property! Fun lake decor inside and nice deck outside with lots of shade and flowers. Good times boating, swimming, and fishing!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Jun 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great relaxing getaway. We enjoyed the paddle boat. Beautiful lake, the cottage is wonderful, so

We had a great time. Enjoyed being on the lake, watching the turtles. Early morning paddle boat rides were beautiful. We saw a bald eagle, a doe and her fawn, geese, and ducks. The lake house is cozy. We slept great. Such an enjoyable time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was perfect. The view is amazing. We celebrated our anniversary and husband’s birthday. The owners thought of everything! Even poop bags for your fuzzy kids. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025