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Cozy Cottage on Lake Dalecarlia

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Interior
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Lowell, IN
  • Ceadar Lake Beach
    10 min drive
  • Lake Dale Ale
    5 min drive
  • Dyer Station
    34 min drive
  • Gary, IN (GYY-Gary - Chicago Intl.)
    46 min drive

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About the area

Lake Dalecarlia

When you stay at this cottage in Lake Dalecarlia, you'll be on the waterfront and 10 minutes by car from Ceadar Lake Beach. .This cottage is 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park and 28.1 mi (45.2 km) from Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • Ceadar Lake Beach - 10 min drive
  • Franciscan Health Crown Point Hospital - 19 min drive
  • Lake County Fairgrounds - 19 min drive
  • Crown Point Sports Complex - 19 min drive
  • Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Dyer Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 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.

Cozy Cottage on Lake Dalecarlia

Enjoy your morning coffee in a sunroom with spectacular views of the lake. Birds abound including Swans, Pelicans, Swallows, Herons, and Bald Eagles. Stroll down to the lake and sip a beverage on the lakeside patio. Take a dip in the lake, float on a raft, or bring your fishing pole! There are plenty of fish to catch. At night you can chill to the quiet of a summer evening with just the sound of the waves and the birds, or enjoy a fire by the lake. If you're looking for entertainment, there are two smart TV's, one with a mini theater. Free wi-if of course! And there are plenty of Games to Play.
Kids will enjoy the bunkie room with a camping theme, and their own living room! The cottage is close enough to restaurants and shopping, but far away enough to make it quiet and peaceful!

If you're looking for local attractions, the Shrine of Christ's Passion is less than 15 minutes away; the Albanese Candy Factory is within 25 minutes, and the Fairoaks Farm tour and restaurant is 40 minutes by the back roads.

Lake Dalecarlia is a small private lake. ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES or extra guests are permitted, out of courtesy to the neighbors and for liability reasons. Registered guests only please! Violators will be subject to additional charges.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sandra Reitsma

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lakefront Property. Children must be supervised!

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 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 and a first aid kit
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

Cozy Cottage on Lake Dalecarlia Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

N H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bald eagle joy
Ideal. Comfortable, nicely appointed, lovely view, private. Great host - communicative, friendly. Easy in, easy out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Lake Cottage
Loved every moment of our stay. The owner has clearly worked hard to create a beautifully decorated lake/cottage experience. Hope to return to this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Everything was just as described. Perfect home with a beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect escape
My husband and I needed a quick getaway to unwind and connect. Sandy's place was perfect! it's less than 1 hour from Chicago and is so peaceful and serene. She provided ice and water bottles which really came in handy. The lake was beautiful, the house had everything we could have needed. We've already talked about making this a quarterly escape to connect and unwind. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely recommend
Sandy is an excellent host. This home is so well stocked and furnished. It is well thought out and so comfortable. Down to the electric powered chairs in the LR and adjustable queen bed. The view from the 4 season room is beautiful, relaxing and inviting. You will want to nothing here. We did not use the downstairs but there is a great movie watching space and another table for four and a full bath in the basement with a washer and dryer. Don’t think just book.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

N H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nyah

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage on the lake
House was very clean and beautifully decorated. The view from the sunroom was lovely and very relaxing. We enjoyed our time there very much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
Our family enjoyed our stay overall. The house utilizes its space really well and feels larger than it is. Decor was great. The room overlooking the lake makes for a relaxing morning and evening (when others on the lake aren't bumping their music, which did happen for a few hours the first night). Kids really loved the little putting greens. Was a great stay for a family of four. Only issues were there were a lot of pest bugs outside, including two active yellow jack nests right on steps near the lake and wasp nest right above the front door that led to a wasp coming in when we first entered. Lots of spiders as well made it difficult to fully enjoy the outdoors. Owner said lake attracts spiders and they tried to clean them away, but many were prominent and had clearly been there for some time. Wifi also went out after first night and was unable to be turned back on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
We needed a place close to Crown point and this home didn’t disappoint! The house was decorated as a lake house and the view to the lake is beautiful and peaceful! We didn’t get to spend a lot of time at the home but the time we did we spent mostly on the porch or in the basement in the media room. The bunk room was smaller than we anticipated but the basement made up for that! Our teenagers made the basement work and they enjoyed the big TV and the space to themselves. I took advantage of the porch and spent my mornings looking over the lake and enjoying the views! The sitting room had plenty of room with the pull out couch and offered cute seating as well. The bathrooms are both updated and spacious. The washer and dryer was a great option for us being softball parents we were able to wash uniforms!!! We only had a few small things that were not so great the thermostat is newer and was not user friendly in my opinion. Also it was difficult to override the settings. But we made due and kept an eye on it after day 1. A few other items but nothing we didn’t handle on our own and communication with the owner was great. Overall we loved it! I will definitely be looking to visit again! Oh another great amenity is I was able to park in the attached garage! How great! Definitely a place to relax or as we needed perfect location! Thanks for the opportunity to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birds, birds, birds
I don’t often miss vacation rentals, but this cottage we do. It’s like a clown car…..didn’t seem very big, but once you get inside there are all kinds of rooms and spaces to hang out. This place was so clean and beautiful, plus the views will make your jaw drop. I’m local to the area (we were having renovations done) and have never seen so many water birds up close. it was a thrill….eagle, cormorants, terns, great blue herons that landed on the pier in front of us and was there to greet us in the morning. We simply love this gem and Sandy is the ultimate hostess; warm, kind, and clearly generous given all she provides to guests. She made this lake life experience unforgettable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

John, Toledo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cute lake cottage. It is heavily decorated, almost making you feel like you’re living in a showplace, not a cozy cottage. Overall price is very exorbitant, and the Wi-Fi did not work the 2nd Day I was there which is a real problem because cell service is very poor. Not a place I would stay a second time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!!!
Great getaway! This is the 2nd time we have stayed here and it was just as wonderful as the 1st time. Super clean and such an amazing view. We loved it!:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Charming
We had a wonderful weekend away at the Cozy Cottage. It has everything you need and great views of the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxurious accommodations
This is one of the nicest places we've ever stayed with VRBO! It is clear that the host Sandy has taken a lot of care to make it the most chic and comfortable home. We loved being right on the lake - looking out at the water from the sunroom at all hours of the day, swimming, fishing off the pier (and we were only there 3 days!). It is probably more suited to a family with two parents and a couple of kids, as our friend staying with us found the bunk beds too small for an adult, but she just slept on the couch in one of the three living rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable
Sandy was great to work with, accommodated some special requests. Adorable cottage, really enjoyed the three season room!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This property is very clean, well maintained as very cute and cozy. Great décor and the view is spectacular. we truly felt like we were on vacation and definitely did not want to leave, everything about this place was AMAZING! Thank you Sandra:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for our stay!
The cottage was very clean and extremely comfortable with many options of spots to rest, read or watch birds! I would return to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!!!
By far, this was the most beautiful home i have stayed in to date. I couldn't be more appreciative of the hospitality that Sandy had offered. Pictures do NOT do this place justice. Gorgeous home, breathtaking views, extremely cozy, and it was extremely hard for me to pack up and leave. I felt like I was "Home"! Now I'm looking into buying a lake house for myself. Thank you so much and I hope to stay here again in the near future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean cozy and comfortable
We enjoyed a peaceful time relaxing and were thankful for the commodities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Very clean, well appointed, casual refinement. Pictures don’t actually do it justice. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient!
Perfect cottage for a girl's weekend away. The lake front, nautical decor and amenities felt like we were miles away from everything but close enough to grab some fun in the city AND at the local haunts. Thank you for this delightful gem! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C., Elwood, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, Immaculate Lakefront House
My husband and I were extremely pleased with this lakefront house. The house was immaculate when we arrived. Very nicely decorated with very comfortable chairs/couches, etc. Kitchen had pretty much everthing you might need for meal prep and service for a couple or family. Do bring spices/herbs, etc. if you are planning serious cooking. The house could easily accommodate a family, with separate areas where kids could hang out, even though the house is not huge. Definitely not a "party house". Was a perfect place for a much needed getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Las Vegas, NV

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful immaculate lakeside cottage.
I recently had the pleasure of staying at this lakeside treasure for a 5 day weekend. Above and beyond my expectations. All the amenities were included and the house has been recently upgraded with all new furniture. We were celebrating my mothers birthday and we wanted to come back to the area were she grew up. I highly recommend this property. The owner Sandy was polite accommodating and always available. 5 STARS!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022