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Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou

Cottage in Rochester with kitchen and patio

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Escape to paradise at this serene retreat, nestled on a private island in Lake Manitou. Unwind with views of the lake or swim at the sandy beach, and enjoy modern comforts like propane-powered amenities in a nostalgic setting.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou

Welcome to paradise! Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway that provides seclusion and privacy...perfect for rest and relaxation while you enjoy the views of beautiful Lake Manitou or a swim at the sandy beach. Our private island retreat rests in the middle of the lake and is accessible by boat (bring your own, or let us provide one for you for a small fee). Cottage is off-grid and is powered by propane and a generator to provide modern day comforts in a nostalgic/rustic setting.

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rochester, IN

What's nearby

  • Fansler Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lakeside Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Manitou - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jaycee Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou located?

Situated in Rochester, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Fansler Park and Lake Manitou. Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek and Lakeside Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tammy W.

The place was well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa C.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025