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Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Albion, IN
  • Chain O' Lakes State Park
    8 min drive
  • Black Pine Animal Sanctuary
    8 min drive
  • Sylvan Lake
    14 min drive
  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    49 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Chain O' Lakes State Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a fireplace in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • 8 minutes by car from Chain O' Lakes State Park and 9 minutes from Presence Saint Francis Place
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Albion cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Amy Dykstra

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boating on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wilma L.

Liked: Cleanliness
love it
best little get away cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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., Kankakee

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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., Oswego, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Weekend getaway
Nice cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelli F., Westfield

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing weekend!
We had such an amazing stay! The house is adorable and was just perfect for us! They thought of anything you could need! Amy was so helpful and went out of her way to make sure we had a great time! We will definitely be back next year! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place!
We enjoyed our stay here for the second time! The house was clean, spacious, fully furnished and had the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The lake out back is beautiful! The host was very responsive, attentive and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't Wait to Return
I have stayed at quite a few VRBOs and this hands down is the most cozy I have ever felt. The beds are comfy and the sheets a delight. The lake is a joy to just watch everything from tubers from 1-4 pm to small turtles looking around in the morning. There are quite a few toys, games, puzzles and books for the littles but you never feel like you are surrounded by kid stuff. It is the small touches that really impressed me: the flower on the handle of the sink stopper or the candles placed around to use or the fairy garden down by the dock or coffee station at the ready. It is really a lovely place and we had a fabulous stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023