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Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies

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Three one-person kayaks and one fishing kayak for fun on the water.
New grocery store at Dixie and IN 15, within walking distance of the cottage.
The view from Edgewater St. a quiet street.
This is a view of our garage as you come down Edgewater.
Smart lock.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9146.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Silver Lake, IN
  • Manchester University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Wagon Wheel Theatre
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Chapman Lakes
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Plymouth, IN (PLY-Plymouth Municipal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 first floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Second floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies

Silver Lake is a quiet 112 acres with Large Mouth Bass, bluegills, crappies, and perch, with a channel connecting it to undeveloped North Little's 10 acres. In North Little, you can anchor and relax by listening to the various birds singing.
The lakes have a 10 MPH speed limit, so you are not threatened with noisy, speeding boats. A boat ramp and dock are on the property.
We have four kayaks, a paddle boat, floaties, and pool noodles for fun in the water. The water is 2 feet deep at the seawall and tapers to 6 feet at the end of the 30' dock.
We have a 24' pontoon boat available to rent for $100 per day of usage. Gas is included in the rental price. The boat is tied up to our dock.
Our 16'X20' deck faces the lake with eight chairs, a hammock, a grill, and a table.
Your lodging is a rustic, knotty pine, 1 1/2-story lakefront cottage. Your entire family will enjoy the indoor and outdoor games and activities, watching a family of Mute Swans swim by, our resident Bald Eagles hunt, our nesting Purple Martins dart and soar hunting bugs, or just sitting around enjoying nature.

Property manager

Bob Benjamin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Surveillance: We have seven outside cameras on all four sides of the building. We turn off the cameras once the guests arrive.
We provide a notepad for you to list any item needing repair or replacement, or any suggested items that we should consider adding to the property.
If you bring a dog, please clean up the dog's dropping and take it with you. You may place the commercial trash barrel near the street on Thursday.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Silver Lake

Located in Silver Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Goose Lake and Kelly Park, while Kosciusko County Historical Society and Lucerne Park Amphitheater are cultural highlights. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Silver Lake, IN

What's nearby

  • Manchester University - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Wagon Wheel Theatre - 20 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Grace College - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Hidden Lake - 22 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Chapman Lakes - 29 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Red Apple House Of Pancakes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakes Grill Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Omega's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Silver Lake IN cottage sleeps 9. Two full baths. Water sports, games, and movies located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Goose Lake, Kelly Park and Rarick Park. Kiwanis Park and Central Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Beautiful views.
Host very easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake Getaway
This is our second time staying here and we’ll certainly go again. The hosts are communicative, the cottage just as described and always very clean, and we love the location. It’s perfect for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Bob was great to work with! The property is as described. Cute, retro, little place. Lots of games and things to do at the cottage. Lots of seating and sleeping spaces. Beds are small for 2 adults, but plenty of space to sleep. Fishing wasn't great, but we aren't professional fishermen either.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, Relaxing Retreat
My mother & sisters and I (ages 45-78) enjoyed our week at this cottage. The cottage reminds me a little of the velveteen rabbit: cozy, worn, & well-loved. There's just something very special about it. Other reviewers used the word "nostalgia" and i think that's fitting. You just know that the walls hold decades of memories. The hosts are exceptional and deserve 10-stars!! They were quick with communication and went far above and beyond to ensure that we had a nice stay. Plus, there is truly nothing they haven't thought of. The cottage has everything you could possibly need and so many little thoughtful details. Renters should note that the lake can sometimes be prone to blue/green algea- making it less conducive to swimming. Just so happened that there was an advisory the week we were there (not the owners fault; they can't predict nature!). But there is a helpful insert in the binder that explains the potential harms and Bob helped us find some really great public swimming beaches at nearby lakes. We went several times and often had the entire beach to ourselves!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get-away
This was a family getaway for me, my husband, our two adult children, their spouses, and our grandchildren ages 8, 5 and 16 months. There were plenty of bedrooms for everyone to sleep and plenty of room for everyone to spread out. It is an older home and is not updated but it has everything that you need. The pontoon is also older but does the job! Unfortunately, the weather was rainy most of the time we were there so we were unable to enjoy the water activities as much as we would have liked, but we do plan to come back. The neighbors were very friendly, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Live & Laugh on Silver Lake
Ever in the mood to be taken back in time to your grandparents cottage on the lake? Then look no further than the Benjamin’s place on Silver Lake. It has everything you need for a good time (pontoon, kayaks, fire pit, LOTR on VHS, yard & board games etc), the neighbors are friendly and it was exactly what we were looking for in our friend trip get away from the city life. Communication from the hosts was clear and the hospitality was very much appreciated. We would all definitely stay again some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An extended weekend getaway
The stay at the cottage was one of the most relaxing vacations I have ever been on. The cottage itself is full of nostalgia and has all the things you need to stay entertained for hours each days. The lake is quite and peaceful and all the neighbors on the lake are friendly. I would highly recommend this rental to others looking for a nice enjoyable place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Wonderful time great location. Had a little trouble getting in when we arrived but overall a great trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway!
We rented this to spend time with family coming from out of state for our daughters graduation.This place was great for our weekend. Bob was responsive and very kind. Plenty of room, lots of activities!! The only downsides werent even the owners fault. The cleaner told him they would clean it friday before check-in (we didnt get there til after 8pm) but dirty towels and bedding were left from previous renter. No big deal- there was a washer and dryer. The downstairs bathroom toilet paper holder came off the wall in my hand, you could see where someone had tried to superglue it back on but again I doubt Bob even knew. Ill call him and let him know, im sure he will get it fixed. He was really flexible with the timeframe he let us rent the pontoon, it rained most of the weekend, so he let us use it sunday as well. Amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Szhantrayle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleased
The property is beautiful and very well managed. Property has a lot of water equipment for all guest to enjoy. Owner was very nice and communicated well. This is a great place to take your friends and family to escape reality for a bit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Van Wert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Silver Lake
Nice weekend. Enjoyed the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Beautiful spot, amazing view of sunset and just peaceful. Not ideal for fishing but perfect for relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing weekend!
Silver Lake was a wonderful choice for our family. Waterfront without the summer traffic and crowds. The nostalgic house had everything that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Loved our stay! Wish we would have stayed longer. The property was very clean and rustic. The neighbors were super friendly. The only small thing we wished we had was the solar lights outside to have worked. But overall our stay was great! They had everything from bathroom essentials to kitchenware and outdoors games.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Ok
We had a good weekend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
Very relaxing. House was as advertised. Enjoy the deck very serene in the morning and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Getaway
Our kids/family loved their time here, and it was a wonderful stay. Bob was super helpful and easy to work with as we prepared for our stay. There were plenty of kayaks for our family and the paddle boat was a fun addition. While the house is dated, it was priced appropriately for its size and accommodations and so we were fine with older feel. Plus it was clean and well kept. Not much around so be prepared for a drive if you plan on needing groceries or other activities. For us, the lake and the kayaks and games/movies provided by the host were plenty to make special memories and have lots of fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Very quite area and lake! Was relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Charming Lake House
We had the best weekend. The cabin is incredibly clean. It's charming and quirky and makes you feel like your visiting your grandparents' cabin. There are so many couches and chairs and places to hang out. The outside was amazing and the owners are very generous with their toy usage. The lake itself is super easy to access from the house and is generally very quiet. Bob, the host, was very communicative. One thing I loved was the history of the cabin, the owners even left a photo book of it's development. Super minor things that may help someone else planning a trip are that the neighbors are close and like to watch what's going on. The beds and rooms are a little small, so if you plan on sharing beds, you may want to rethink it. We were and ended up using some of the couches, which was fine for our crew. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, clean house.
Amazing place, clean house. So quiet place, nice neighbors, clean Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place on a quiet lake
Delightful to be on a lake with a 10mph limit for quiet swimming, kayaking and fishing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Agath B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little lake house
Great house with amazing access to a beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time at lake
We enjoyed family time at this quiet lake house. The owners were great to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boats, boats and boats
Very nice week. Fishing was not great but memories were made. Grandson really liked to kayak.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ericka S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
It was a great property to stay at, we loved being right on the water. We were able to kayak, fish and take the pontoon boat out. It was a very peaceful and relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bob Benjamin

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Bob and Marcia bought the cottage in 1992. The old bathroom dropped off when we jacked up the cottage two feet; therefore, we now have two full bathrooms. Marcia likes to use the hammock and read on the deck. Bob also likes to read, but he prefers to fish for bluegills using worms and 20-foot fiberglass poles. The kids and grandkids like to kayak, ride the pontoon boat, and play indoor and outdoor games.
We plan to treat you like we want to be treated. We always strive for a five-star review.

Why they chose this property

You and your family and friends can spend many enjoyable hours and days at the cottage. There are water activities, outdoor games, indoor games, puzzles, and over 74 in-house movies to view. Like to read? You have over 191 books to curl up with. You are just a few feet from the water for fishing and swimming.
There are many activities and games for children and adults, whether the sun is up or down, regardless of the weather. For some fun on the water, you can take out our paddle boat or our four kayaks. Do you just want to laze around on the water? We have seven pool floaties and some pool noodles. For a separate fee of $100 per day USED, you can rent our 9-passenger pontoon boat that comes with free gas. There is a separate operations manual for the boat. The rental period is customizable.
Want to bring your own fishing boat? You can launch your boat from our boat ramp and tie it up to our 30' dock. (Please let me know if you are bringing your own boat.)
We usually get a free fireworks show on July 3, 4, and 5 from our neighbors and others. The show begins around sundown and ends around 11:30. We are treated to rockets, aerial bombs, colorful displays, and other assorted devices. The view can be from our deck (good), our boat tied to the dock (better), or in the middle of the lake (best.) We have no control over the weather, or the selection of fireworks fired if you decide to rent those days.
In the winter, once the ice is thick enough, you can go ice skating or ice fishing. Afterward, you can go into the cottage for some hot chocolate while talking about the big fish that got away! (In the back of the Instruction 3-ring binder, it tells the story of the 11-hour battle in 1956 with some unknown creature. Maybe you will be fortunate enough to catch it.)

What makes this property unique

You can watch our resident Bald Eagles soaring overhead or diving into the water while catching a fish, or take the binoculars to the west side of the lake to look at the young eagles in their nest. Wrens and Purple Martins nest in front of the cottage. It is relaxing without a lot of noise from boats racing around the lake.

Have some local questions or a problem? Ask one of our very friendly neighbors. Our guests often make very favorable comments about our neighbors.

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English

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