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Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol.

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom659 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bristol, IN
  • Place, Congdon Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bristol Opera House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Elkhart County Historical Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bristol

Located within a 5-minute walk of Congdon Park, this cottage is within a 15-minute stroll of Bristol Opera House. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Congdon Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bristol Opera House - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hermance Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Elkhart County Historical Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lieber Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 19 min drive
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Don Jose’s Mexican Grill & Cantina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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.

Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol.

Located in Bristol, this welcoming 1-bedroom cottage offers a living room with a cozy queen sofa bed. Guests can enjoy amenities like WiFi, AC, and a washing /dryer machine. The soothing atmosphere of this property makes it a great place to call homebase while you're away. We hope you enjoy your stay.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • Unit size: 659 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are not allowed in bedroom

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: There is no baby gates or cabinet safety latches.

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 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.
  • 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 can I see within easy reach of this cottage?

Located steps from Congdon Park, this cottage is in Bristol, and within a 10-minute walk of Bristol Opera House and Elkhart County Historical Museum. You'll also find Hermance Park and Cummins Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

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

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol. good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a firepit.

Does Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol. have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal), which is 16.5 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is around 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol.?

Yes, every accommodation at Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol. comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Cozy Cottage on St Joseph River in Bristol. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for us and our two dogs!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage with gracious, thoughtful hosts. Loved sitting on the front porch. Great location. Super experience. Dog friendly a great plus. Clean with nice amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutly lovely....super cute and clean. Had everything you could need down to qtips and cloths for makeup removal..Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Teresa was an awesome host thanks for the hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly a cozy cabin with all the modern amenities.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bristol IN Stay

The place was clean, cozy, and very nice. Equipped with everything you need. I highly suggest it to anyone and everyone. The host was easy to get in touch with and very helpful. Its a great price too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy D., Caro USA

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is absolutely adorable! The hosts go above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solomon Mansion wedding

This little Home was Excellence for our 2-Day wedding we attended.. It was 3 min from our Venue.. And talk about a Nice place to stay well this little Home was such a Lovely Suprise.. Would defiantly stay again for any reason… You will not be disappointed …5***** Star for Sure .. Thank you for a well maintained And Clean property !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A week in Bristol

In the Elkhart area for RV repairs. The Cozy Cottage worked out well. The owners and the Co-Host were a delight.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Bethalto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience at this property was one of the best in all my years of travel. The host was excellent and thought of everything to make the stay as pleasant as humanly possible. Wish all my stays were this pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Very comfortable and convenient place. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place to relax

This place is perfect for a quiet little get away. Very clean amd comfortable. Also close to anything we needed like snacks & food. We even dashed some breakfast before checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025