Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot in Syracuse

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May 2025

June 2025

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Parking available

Explore the area

Syracuse, IN

Lake Wawasee
‪2 min walk‬
South Shore Golf Club
‪3 min drive‬
Wawasee Golf Club
‪17 min drive‬
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Syracuse

This cottage places you next to Lake Wawasee and within a mile (2 km) of South Shore Golf Club. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

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What's nearby

Lake Wawasee - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
South Shore Golf Club - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
Webster Lake - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
Syracuse Lake - 16 min drive - 6.8 miles
Wawasee Golf Club - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
‪Chubbie's Pub & Grub - ‬8 min drive
‪The River Coffee - ‬9 min drive
‪Maria's House of Pancakes - ‬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.

Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot

Lake Wawasee 2 Bedroom brick ranch on a level 2 1/2 channel front lots. Lake Wawasee is the largest natural lake in Indiana, four and a half miles long. Great fishing and boating. Close to Wawasee's famed sandbar. Bennington Pontoon is included for your enjoyment. Beach towels and life jackets are provided. Large screened in front porch with vaulted ceiling and lounge and dining areas, 3 nice decks with lounge/dining areas, 2 that are water side. Fully furnished kitchen with stove/oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, pots/pans and dinnerware. The summer is busy with activity and the leaves are gorgeous in the fall.

The cottage sleeps 6, with a King size bed in master, 1 queen size bed in the second bedroom, and queen size sofa/sleeper in the living room, and a full size futon on screened porch. All linens are provided. Plenty of room for tents if needed.

Preferred Rental period is weekly from Saturday to Saturday with check in at 4:00 p.m. and check out at 11:00 a.m.

Please contact me at (574)910-0526 for additional rental information or to book your stay.

WINTER RATES AND LEASE TERMS ARE NEGOTIABLE. PLEASE INQUIRE.

Keywords: Cottage, lake wawasee, pet friendly, pontoon

The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. 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 sofa bed. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Greg Samuel

Languages

English

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

Beach towels

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a hospital
On the waterfront

Things to do

Boat
Golf
Kayak
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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

Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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: 11:00 AM

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Syracuse, just steps from Lake Wawasee. You'll also find South Shore Golf Club and Dewart Lake within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Yes, there is a garage.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot?

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

Are there hot tubs at Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

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 13.4 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot?

Yes, every accommodation at Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Lake Wawasee Pet-Friendly Cottage with Pontoon, Firepit, 3 decks, large lot Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Y.

Jun 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake Stay!

We really enjoyed this property and our stay. Easy access to lake and sandbar. The property is so well provisioned, it made the stay even better than we expected! Would totally stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merry E.

Jun 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Grag is an outstanding host. The location can't be matched in Northern Indiana. A wonderful retreat for peace.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eldon B.

Aug 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Highlight of our summer

Felt very much like home. The owner was always ready to answer any questions.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Terry J., Fishers, indiana

Jul 6, 2023

Great porch!

The porch was wonderful although we couldn’t sleep out there because of air quality! The lot was beautiful. And location just off the lake was great! We enjoyed the bbq and fire pit. The home itself is dated and could use some freshening up but we were mostly outside or in the porch! It was wonderful to have the pontoon and my grandkids surely enjoyed that! Greg was there when we needed him! Our family loves Wawassee!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaleb G.

Jun 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A really awesome lake rental!

Our family had a fantastic stay here and made some phenomenal memories. The location and large lot were really nice. Plenty of room for sleeping for the whole family as well. Being right off the lake in the channel and not on the lake shore was nice, especially a couple days when it was windy. The fact we could bring the whole family (including the dog) is something that’s always great. I thought the place had a good charm. We stay at a lot of rentals and this place was as well stocked as any place we’ve ever stayed. Fishing poles, tube, extra fridge in the garage, paper towel, sunscreen (bc our kids lost our one day), tons of bedding, etc. You name it, it was there! Greg was a very responsive host and was great with communication from the get go. The gas grill on the deck was 5 times as nice as any grill I’ve ever used at a rental and made for a few great evenings of making dinner. Kids really enjoyed fishing out front and the fish in the channel seemed pretty active. The turtles on ‘Turtle Point’ provided a lot of entertainment for them too. The pontoon was a huge plus and we used it all but one day. If you’ve never been to Wawasee, it’s really one of Indiana’s best lakes. Can’t say enough good things about our stay. Definitely looking forward to another stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Jun 20, 2023

Fantastic location

Boat, house and outside was great. Fishing, bonfire, enjoy outdoors, swimming and games. Great location great time

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Madeline B., San Francisco

Jul 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the location

Overall we liked it…some things could be done to improve the experience. If you’re a neat freak, you’ll have the urge to clean cobwebs off the porch screen, change the furnace filter, organize the garage. But sitting on the decks watching the boats head out to the lake was very enjoyable.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Patty B.

Jul 8, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

The location of this house is its best attribute! The fact that it comes with a pontoon boat was the icing on the cake. It’s a five minute ride to the sand bar, which is a perfect location to hang out. It’s also a short drive by car to groceries and restaurants. We also boated one evening to The Frog. My two critiques are the house is in need of updates and the yard needs a geese prevention,

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stacy s.

Jun 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house getaway

Great property quiet neighborhood,great communication with owner.The house is well stocked with just about anything you could need.The best part is having the boat the family really enjoyed getting out in lake and catching over 30 fish in one day including a 34 inch northern pike!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Sep 2, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Summer Vacation

The cottage was well stocked with anything one might need for an enjoyable stay. The information in the binder was most helpful in navigating the lake and cottage functions. We will definitely return to your family summer home. Thank you for hosting a great getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Aug 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Made for Fantastic Vacation Memories

Our family vacation with kids and Grandkids, there was plenty of room for us all to stay comfortably and lots of storage space for all our bags and clothes. The pontoon and kayaks and paddle boat were a huge plus that we got lots of enjoyment out of. Fantastic location right off lake in a quiet channel with a great pier and sandbar not far away. We highly recommend! Thank you so much for allowing us to spend time in your family’s lake home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendell F.

Jul 8, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Bungalow with great outdoor space

Old but wonderful...had to put away the outlet plug ins and candles when we arrived because it was too overwhelming and that brought out the old wood, lake smell by the end of the week. Greg was a great host and easy to communicate with! The house was well stocked and the outdoor space and boat was amazing, as we arrived late on Friday and hopped right on for an evening boat ride (easy to navigate and park on the huge pier)! Neighborhood is quiet and nice for walks!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave T., Highland, Indiana

Jun 28, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation house and location!

We had an amazing stay at lake Wawasee. We have been vacationing on this lake for over 20 years and Greg's place certainly is one of the best!!! The location is awesome and the house is very well appointed, clean and spacious. We love the huge screened porch as well the bonus Pontoon boat. Thanks so much, Greg!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Coleen M.

Jun 26, 2021

Taking a step back in time.

The amenities with a pontoon boat, 2 canoes, 2 paddle boats on a channel provided continue entertainment for all. The house needed updated probably 1980's, and beds were very uncomfortable but it was a lake home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Jun 13, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

.Nice quite area. Great neighborhood. Very relaxing with good restaurants close by.

Descriptions ate very accurate. This home has been in the owners family and decorated nicely.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

eric w.

May 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake wawasee rental

Everything about the property was as advertised. Property manager was super easy to work with. There was no surprises. We had a great time

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Libby S.

Aug 4, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vaca

We have rented on another lake for 20+ years and changed it up this year. This year was our best experience!! It felt like a true vacation, as the owner had plenty of towels and sheets/bedding stocked so we didn’t have to bring ours. Location is great. We loved the kayaks and paddle boat that came with it. The pontoon was in good condition. The owner communicated both before and during the trip if we had a question. A+ We will definitely be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Jul 25, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place...very relaxing

Everything went smooth!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

Jul 20, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

A great time!

We had a wonderful stay! The property is great, everything from the property to the boats are well maintained. The owners were great to talk with. To bad vacations go by so fast!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

Jun 25, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

I Recommend This Cottage!

This cozy cottage is a gem! Good for smaller families and family reunions (if you get creative with sleeping arrangements). Very clean and best stocked house we have ever rented! Beds for 6, but only 3 twins in 2nd bedroom can be used at one time due to space constraints (2 Twins and 1 trundle). Sofa in family room is comfy. The screened in porch (with futons) provides more sleeping space, if weather cooperates. Kitchen and bathrooms are dated, but totally adequate. Wifi, cable, etc. provided. Property is huge, shaded and perfect for volleyball, croquet, horseshoes, s'mores in fire pit and tents (if kids want to sleep under the stars!). Fishing and turtle hunting/watching right off the decks. The boat was a huge plus! Owner is amazing and very responsive. We loved it and can't wait to return.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

greg i.

Jun 18, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Wawasee rental

house was nice and located on channel close to lake. It had everything we needed. fishing wasn't great, but that was due to wind 15-30mph every day.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ron C., Gainesville Florida

Sep 16, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy inside and out

We enjoyed our stay very much. Home is generously stocked and had everything we needed. It is a great place to enjoy the outdoors from the large screened porch or the back deck and water side decks. The pontoon boat was fun and a really nice bonus.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 12, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

The property of this home is awesome. The owner was flexible and very accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette S., Yorktown

Aug 6, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

First timer stayed on Wawasee lake. We felt a warm welcome from the very first moment.

We were celebrating our anniversary. This is a beautiful place on the channel of lake Wawasee. It came with a pontoon so we could enjoy the lake. We had so much fun. Thank you Greg. You made our stay perfect. I felt as though I was home. I can't say enough good things about our stay. They thought of everything you could possibly need. Just enjoy the beautiful lake. Love Wawasee!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019