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Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Paddle boat is seasonal.
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Albion, IN
  • Chain O' Lakes State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Lake Wawasee
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Other bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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.

Property manager

Amy Dykstra
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Albion

Located in Albion, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chain O' Lakes State Park and Sylvan Lake, while Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site and Mid-America Windmill Museum are cultural highlights.
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Albion, IN

What's nearby

  • Chain O' Lakes State Park - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum - 24 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Lake Wawasee - 27 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 35 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 37 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Albion Ale House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Chain O' Lakes State Park, Noble Hawk Golf Links and Presence Saint Francis Place. Parkview Noble Hospital and Sylvan Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet and Cozy
We were just in for a weekend getaway, this spot was perfect. Great view and access to the lake. My boys enjoyed going out fishing and just being outside. Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this lake cottage!
We just spent our 4th new year retreat at Skinner Lake cottage. It is so peaceful, comfortably furnished, close to great places to eat and shop. We bring all our books, make a meal or tea, and relax. Monday was sunny and we had our coffee and read out on the deck. We love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, Large Cabin Right on the Lake
This is a nice and spacious cabin, right on the lake. The cabin is well appointed and supplied, and clearly well cared for. The back deck would be very nice for the summertime (not so much for us in winter). I took one star off for location because the front of the cabin is right on the highway (set back a bit), with neighbors all around. However, sitting in the back you may not notice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
love it
best little get away cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility at its Best
The host provided everything guests needed and more. The place was lovely and peaceful - just what we wanted. Beautiful lake view from the deck. Loved the fact that bottles of cold water were in the refrigerator for us when we arrived - much needed and so thoughtful. I use a walker and all rooms, porch and deck were accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Comfortable!
Everything was so comfortable! Comfy bed and living room outdoor space! A little hidden behind some out buildings but everything was so cute and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing comfy place to be
Very clean, gorgeous scenery, beautiful decor. The family and I enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
This was our second year to enjoy time at the Lake Cottage. The "lake" theme is tastefully carried throughout. Access to the paddle boat and the canoe is a plus. Really enjoy waking up in the morning, sitting on the deck, and enjoying the view across the lake. The owners are wonderful to work with. We will definitely be looking to rent it for a third time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

L N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
We genuinely enjoyed our stay. The lake was beautiful and it was nice having the town so close by. The cottage was nicely stocked with amenities. Our one complaint was the bed was extremely soft with a foam mattress topper. Both my husband and I prefer a firmer mattress. Short of that, we have zero complaints and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Right
Clean and comfortable! Appreciated the little extras like coffee/tea. Outdoor area an added pleasure with choices of activities or relaxing during our wonderful weekend on Skinner Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Katherine Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Fun weekend getaway
Backyard and lake were beautiful. Paddle boat an adventure as well. House was very clean. Just don’t judge the house by its front yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and well equipped house
This exceeded our expectations. It was warm and welcoming and the owners had thought of so many things that made the visit nice. Location is wonderful with a great view of the lake. Right on a highway but the house was very quiet. We used it as a base for our visit to Chain O Lakes park. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krissy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Relaxing Vacation
This peopert lacks NOTHING!! Not only is it beautiful and cozy, the owner has thought of everything to make the stay more wonderfull. We really enjoyed the paddle pontoon too. Oh yeah, the lake is nice too ! 🙂
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., Syracuse,NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the cabin, very cozy, was perfect and had everything we needed. We will almost certainly return. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice fall get away
Have stayed here five times, always great! Very relaxing, loved the fireplace, view of the fall colors over the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly what we needed
What an amazing vacation. We drove up and the front of the house was so cute and inviting. I couldn’t wait to open the door after reading all of the reviews. The entry is roomy, so we were able to bring our things in the front door and drop them while we figure out where to keep it all. The 2nd bedroom isn’t huge, but it works great as a place to sleep. The main bedroom had a closet, dresser and side tables ready for your USB devices. The mattress was so comfy that we bought one for our own bed at home. The bathroom is big and it has a washer and dryer. I am always prepared, so I brought plenty of items just in case like Ziploc bags, trash bags, aluminum foil, etc. Nope. No need. Everything you need is already there. We spent lots of time on the deck and took advantage of the paddleboat. The lake is murky, but welcome to Indiana lakes. We didn’t have luck fishing either, but we had a good time trying. We used the charcoal grill to make brats, and we used the fire pit to make s’mores. It was calming, peaceful and relaxing. What more could you want?
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Great property. All indoor ammenities were top notch. The lake was not clear and the fishing poor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Roger scheffel S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Probably not the place for family vacations, but my wife and I were very happy with our stay. If you’re wanting a place to just go and relax with your special someone this is a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Keneta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall nice property. Did not like the microfiber sheets on the bed. Air set at 65 which i thought was rather cold. Otherwise needs were thought out and met.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Nice cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelli F., Westfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Low key and stress free
Very cute place inside and love the patio view. Dont let the outside front view of the neighborhood worry you at first.. just walk in and go to the back lake view. Very quiet in the house, comfy and cuteness all around. Really enjoyed the stay and will book again. It would be perfect for a family with small children based on the bedroom size. Teens dont work as well with the bunks and futon. We used the couch and bunk and it worked fine. The other option is an air mattress and the enclosed porch. Two thumbs up overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake Skinner!
All was great except for the fishing! Beautiful view. Very comfortable and all the extras were a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Butz Reunion
Wonderful experience. Very nicely decorated with the lake theme throughout. Ready to book again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister's Birthday Get Away
Cozy little cottage with a wonderful deck area....soooo relaxing!! Loved the little porch/sunroom too! Amy was quick to respond if we had a question & she had so many extras at the cottage...kitchen was well equipped....bed was very comfortable....bathroom was great with a washer & dryer too. Tons of movies & games....would definitely stay again😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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