River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

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Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Bristol, IN

RV Hall of Fame & Museum
‪7 min drive‬
Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum
‪13 min drive‬
The Lerner
‪13 min drive‬
Elkhart, IN (EKI-Elkhart Municipal)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

HOT TUB, GAME ROOM. 12 KAYAKS with life jackets provided for free. Stunning River views!! No close neighbors to worry about being up late or keeping quiet. Enjoy the wildlife from birds to an occasional Bald Eagle. Fish from the banks or jump in a kayak and head out to the sandbar 300 ft from the house where locals gather by boat to hang out when the weather is right. This beautifully renovated home boasts a brand new 7 person hot tub and game room with spectacular views of the Saint Joseph River. Located 10 minutes from Middlebury and Elkhart and only 18 minutes from Shipshewana! Notre Dame is also only a 28 minute drive. There is room to park 5 vehicles. 7 if you want to use the lawn. There is room to park a boat trailer on the lawn if you want to bring your own boat. There is a golf course a couple miles down the road. There are 3 queen beds, 2 full beds/ bunkbeds, 5 twin beds/bunkbeds.

Plenty of restaurants, grocery stores, chalet, fast food etc within 5 to 10 minutes away. Door Dash or Uber eats delivers to this location.

Shipshewana is 18 minutes away and is a small tourist town with one of the largest flea Markets in the US. Lots of small shops, restaurants, bakeries and Amish food.

Sorry no pets allowed!

-12 KAYAKS with life jackets provided for free

- Cornhole and spike ball for outside pleasure

- There is a public park located about a mile down the road that has 6 pickleball courts, basketball court and a splash pad area for kids.

-We have 8 pickleball paddles and balls at the house that you can take with you to the public park.

-Ideal beach is located about 7 minutes from the house and is a tourist attraction with a nice sandy beach area, water slides and some fun things for kids to do.

FULLY FURNISHED:
Free firewood provided-unlimited supply
Gas Grill- extra propane tanks on site for free
Washer and Dryer
Free WiFi
Keurig coffee maker
Regular coffee maker
Regular coffee provided
Hand soap
Laundry detergent
Dishwasher tablets
Paper towel and toilet paper
Hair dryer
High chair for toddlers
Iron and ironing board
Portable Bluetooth speaker to use when sitting in the hot tub or around the campfire
Fire pit
16 camping chairs

4 smart TVs throughout the house with Direct TV
Gameroom with DirectTV

The Space:
Washer/Dryer and laundry room
Pack and play provided
12 kayaks with life jackets
3 queen beds
2 full over twin bunkbeds
2 twin over twin bunkbeds

-Swing set with slide in backyard

**This is not a party house so please be respectful and treat it as you would want your own home to be treated. $500 fine if the hot tub is trashed with alcohol or food or anything else is damaged!! Thanks

Property manager

Allison Lehman

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18

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

About the area

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this cottage is on the waterfront. Raber Golf Course and Fruit Hills Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve and Elkhart Environmental Center. Travelling with kids? Consider National New York Central Railroad Museum and Wellfield Botanic Gardens. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.

Bristol, IN

What's nearby

RV Hall of Fame & Museum - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
NIBCO Water and Ice Park - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
The Lerner - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
Wellfield Botanic Gardens - 14 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

Elkhart Station - 14 min drive
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Mayberry Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪Gallops Castle Marathon Station - ‬10 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Retreat W/ HOT TUB/ Game room located?

This family-friendly Bristol cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Congdon Park, Six Span Plaza and Bristol Opera House. Elkhart County Historical Museum and Hermance Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

26 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Had a great time enjoying the area. Especially liked the kayaks and tubing on the river.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Enjoyed our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

2 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Big Group

We stayed in Bristol for 2 nights with two other families and had a great time. The house was spacious and clean. There was lots to do inside and outdoors! I would recommnend to anyone looking for a place to kayak, get out on the river with their family & friends!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Cedar Rapids

25 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Retreat

Great stay. Clean and beautiful scenery.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience!

The place was just what we needed and made for a perfect long weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Cottage

The place was gorgeous, clean, and all kinds of things included to provide entertainment from kayaks, to a game room, hot tub, fire pit and more. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Scott H.

9 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

River Home

Nice place on the river. Comfortable and spacious. A few bad things, a few feet off a main road and vehicle noise. A salvage yard literally across the street, no screens on the windows so cant open due to bugs.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Erin B.

7 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Our family really enjoyed the space. The game room was a big hit!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson O.

2 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could want

Our family of 12 stayed here and had a wonderful time! Lots to do, cozy location, plenty of dining options nearby… we can’t say enough. In addition, the manager was very responsive to any questions that came up. Lots of great memories were made and we look forward to coming back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

17 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax

Our family had a wondeful time relaxing in the hot tub, on the deck, and down by the river. Rooms and beds were comfortable and spacious. Had to bring our own awning to go over the hot tub, as it is out in the open. Not a bad thing to say about this rental, and if we do come back to the area, will definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake B., Medina, OH

3 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property with excellent backyard view

Newly renovated, very clean with easy lock box access. We would stay again :)

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

4 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

absolutely wonderful!

This was one of the best properties we have stayed at. There was everything we needed there, likd pots, pans utensils, we did not need to supplement any kitchen items or any items period. Very clean and bright, great views, comfy seating and wonderful mattress. We will be staying here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott G.

1 Apr 2023

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GREAT yearly family spring break trip

We had such a great time at this house it’s very relaxing on the river and the house is very clean We had fun playing cards ,watching movies and enjoying the wildlife. The kids had a good time fishing.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

17 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

Great location with a game room, jacuzzi, kayaks, fishing, and fire pit. The whole family had plenty to do during the entire stay. Beautiful views are a constant. I would highly recommend booking this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanna D.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

We stayed here when our girls played in a local volleyball tournament. Highly recommend and we are already planning to come back next year!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

16 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Biew

My friends and I had a great time sharing this place. The view of the river in the morning is beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L. L.

3 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Cottage

My sisters and sister-in-laws really enjoyed our time here at this house. The view of the river with all the ducks and birds waa so neat. We were celebrating a birthday. The hot tub was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanie F.

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on River

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this river retreat! The owners were very nice and responsive to any questions or issues we had. It was a family reunion with all ages and we all enjoyed it! The house right on the river was so relaxing. We got to do some fishing, although not the best location on the river to fish. We loved the fire pit and use of the pontoon boat and hot tub! Would definitely recommend this house!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige N.

10 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We decided to try the Shipshewana area for our family vacation and so glad we chose this house! The owners were very quick to respond and respectful of any questions we had. The views are amazing and the activities available at the house satisfied my large group of age range of 20 months to 61 years old. Kids caught fish, kayaked, and played games. We also rented the pontoon boat which was well worth it. I would recommend staying at this property for making good family memories.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Everything was great. The only downside is the house is located pretty close to the street. Traffic noise was noticable. The back of the house is incredible with peaceful views of the river. You feel totally secluded and immersed in nature. House was updated and clean. Great place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milena M.

27 June 2023

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Wonderful getaway

Very clean, updated property stocked full with supplies and amenities. Just fyi, the river’s current makes the bank unsuitable for wading for small children, but luckily ours got their water fix in the spacious jacuzzi. Older teens and adults however had several kayaks to choose from (8 I believe). There was an air pump, poker chips, bags (corn hole), fishing gear, crock pots (these were some of the things we brought unnecessarily). Overall, very relaxing and serene location that was easily enjoyed on the inviting deck.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah W.

30 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for rest and relaxation!

This was the perfect place for an extended stay (3 weeks). The house was well stocked, very clean, and with plenty of space and beds for all. The house stayed warm in sub zero temps, which was important for these Florida residents! :) The kids especially enjoyed the game room, while the adults loved having coffee by the wall of windows overlooking the river, complete with stunning views of snow and wildlife. (We were thrilled by the beaver that swims back and forth in front of the back porch!) The hot tub was a lovely addition. The hosts were extremely helpful and friendly and checked in with us every so often to make sure we had everything we needed. Overall, we'd give 10 stars if we could. We will carry fond memories of this trip with us and will return to this River Retreat if we can!

Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri D.

10 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daughter’s Birthday Getaway

We loved the River retreat house especially the river! The views were awesome and the house had its privacy. We took the kayaks down river and put in at the park right in Bristol and pulled out right at house. It was the highlight of the trip. As the listing states there is 8 kayaks but there was only 7 paddles and 7 life jackets, one being for a small child. We saw a ton of wildlife just sitting on the wrapped around deck. The kitchen has all the amenities you need to prepare meals. There is AC in every room, however the one in the living room is sort of loud. Think ‘phone off the hook’ sound, but since we were outside most of our trip it wasn’t distracting at all. The Hot tub was clean and warm when we arrived. The Ski ball table in the game room doesn’t work. The house comes with tons of firewood so you definitely won’t be running out to buy more. We loved our stay and would totally book again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

This was a very nice house. It was clean and not cluttered. There were plenty of extras and it was well stocked with utensils,, linens and paper products for a group of people. The dart board and basketball were favorites for us all. It was freezing outside, but we still managed to enjoy the hot tub, which worked very well. The deck is awesome! The property owners were in communication with us when needed. They were easy to access and addressed all my questions. Would stay again. Thank you so much

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carly W., Crown point

30 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay with a group of family or friends!

Amazing place to stay with a group of family or friends! Loved the hot tub great way to end the night. Definitely will be back!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

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