Title: Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100657500/100657496/016570c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100657500/100657496/4b56ef42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100657500/100657496/04c235a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100657500/100657496/38f1df3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100657500/100657496/dbfb3084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Reuben Ridge's Hobbit House is a haven for families, offering three charming bedrooms, two renovated bathrooms, and Smart TVs in every room. Enjoy ultra-fast WiFi and Xfinity Cable as you unwind with a game of PlayStation 4 or board games on rainy days. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! Attending an event at The Lighthouse B&B and they're all booked up? We're a four minute drive from the venue! \*Check out our sister property at VRBO.com/3462380 - only 8 houses away on the same street, sleeps 10!\* Great reviews for 2023 & 2024! New 2024 listing! Full of amenities (you'll need to see them to believe them!), Reuben Ridge's Hobbit House has 3 charming bedrooms and 2 completely renovated bathrooms. Our family friendly bedrooms are comfortable for up to 8 when the full size suspended bed & twin upper bunk is used. Otherwise, forget the suspended bed & upper bunk and the bedrooms are great for 6 adults (2 per bedroom) who want more private sleeping arrangements! Smart TVs in every bedroom plus living area. Ultra fast WIFI and Xfinity Cable. Fully stocked open concept kitchen includes coffee, tea, creamer, sugar and Splenda in addition to Olive Oil and most cooking Spices. We even supply insulated cups to keep your beverages cold! Indoor dining seats 8. Playstation 4 and multiple board games available for rainy days! Speaking of rainy days, there is a 12 x 16 screened gazebo on the deck with outside dining, a propane fire table & conversation area along with a propane grill (propane included for the fire table and grill). Private swimming deck with lounge chairs to relax in the sunshine! 9 x 12 swim mat, noodles, floats and life vests are all available at no charge or bring your favorite floats and fill them up with our onsite compressor! Please note: Hobbit House has reduced ceiling heights in the kitchen and lower level bathroom. If you’re taller than 6’2”, you may want someone else to cook! There is a 2024 Pontoon available to rent at an extra charge discounted for guests who rent our home! Boat fee is $400.00/day discounted to $368.00/day for our guests. Rentals for 3 days or more are discounted even further! Our boats are for rent to experienced boaters only but we also have a Captain's Tour package available so you can enjoy your time on the water and the SANDBAR without a care in the world! Just ask if you're interested! We take our job seriously and our job is to make sure you have a fantastic stay at Hobbit House! Hope you'll give us a try! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 22 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Take out the rubbish Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Note from host: Dogs must be leashed at all times except on deck. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children must be accompanied by adult. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.82074%2C-86.78928&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O3h0zeJqrgNGbdhID5pJly54P0w=) Monticello, IN #### What's nearby - Lake Shafer - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Tippecanoe Country Club - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles - Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 15 min drive - 5.2 miles - Terre Vin Monticello WineShop - 22 min drive - 9.7 miles - Whyte Horse Winery - 25 min drive - 11.6 miles #### Getting around - Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive - ‪Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - ‬15 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min drive - ‪The Feed Lot - ‬14 min drive - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Shafer and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tippecanoe Country Club and High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing. Pine View Golf Course and Indiana Beach Amusement Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Cottage on Lake Shafer-optional Pontoon! Screened gazebo and swim deck! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhinda B. 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful trip. Looking for a peaceful place to relax. It was just what we needed. ##### Rhinda B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J B. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect in every way! Will definitely be back. ##### J B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dena M. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Getaway This was the perfect place for our weekend away at Lake Shafer! The location was perfect, the house was so cute and clean and so many personal touches by the host that made us feel so welcome!! I would highly recommend this house and we will be back! ##### Dena M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and cozy weekend. Kelly was an excellent host always providing immediate communication. We appreciated all of the extra amenities provided and the place was spotless. The beds were alos very comfy! We will definitely stay again! ##### Kim S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julianne 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family get away We had an amazing time! The host thought of everything! There were very many beautiful details throughout the cottage! Would absolutely stay again and recommend to others! ##### Julianne Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie J. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Getaway! We had an excellent time at Kelly's property. She was super helpful & responsive while we were planning the trip and went above and beyond while we were there. The house is adorable - perfect condition and absolutely stocked with everything you could imagine. They had amazing bedding and linens, snacks, coffee bar, chargers, speakers, games, bugspray - literally everything you could need they have thought of! Will definitely visit again! The dock and pontoon boat were the perfect addition for our trip! Thank you for a great experience! ##### Carrie J. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele G. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Schafer We had a wonderful time. The property was clean and perfect for our group. The owners are responsive and kind. ##### Michele G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole D. 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trip was great Friendly and clean. ##### Nicole D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra K. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Long weekend We were looking to disconnect and spend quality on the lake. Beautiful property, charming decor, well stocked for any cooking/baking needs, and very dog friendly! We loved the boat also and it allowed us to see all of Lake Shafer. ##### Sandra K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deana S. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home! This place is great! Everything about being on the lake is what you would expect! Beautiful view, tranquil, and just a happy place!! Kelly made everything great with all of her personal touches!! Can’t wait to back! ##### Deana S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allie H. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful and Peaceful Stay The host is super accommodating and responsive. The lake house is well stocked with amenities. It's a lovely well maintain home. The rooms were cozy and it was nice to be off the beaten path just a little. ##### Allie H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsha L. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Cottage Extraordinaire!! Perfectly appointed three bedroom cottage with a wonderful deck and large pier. The grandchildren loved jumping and floating in the water. Kelly, our host, was in frequent contact to ensure our stay was going well. I would highly recommend a stay in this lovely cottage. ##### Marsha L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron M. 18 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Purdue Graduation We had an amazing stay @ Kelly & Kevin’s lake house! They really thought of everything to make our stay comfortable!!! It was really charming! And the lake view was lovely! Thank you! We succeeded in creating more wonderful family memories!!! ##### Ron M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian V. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Getaway This is a cute and cozy cottage with an amazing deck and view of the water. The owners were very good at checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. The cucumber water, snacks, and coffee bar were extra fun perks! This house is fully stocked with everything you may need (towels, soap, lanterns, etc). We definitely plan to come back. ##### Brian V. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennie F. 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Purdue Grad Party We rented for a celebration after Purdue graduation. The 8 of us (parents and young adults) used all the indoor and outdoor space. It was delightful, and I have never experienced a VRBO that was this well appointed. The beds and extra pillow really spoiled us. It had everything we needed and more. Monticello lost power on our first night, and the owner brought more candles and alerted us to the mini-lanterns ... it was like camping! SO FUN! We really appreciated the extra attention, the second fridge, and extra cooler. Our group enjoyed the tiered decks, really comfy furniture and waving to the boat neighbors. We are in good shape for all the steps!Thank you, Kelly and Ryan! ##### Jennie F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley R. 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay We use vacation rental properties when we go on vacations and we have never had a property that exceeded our expectations like this one. The owners have thought of every single detail. From the coffee bar to the bedrooms to the stocked bathrooms they have thoughtfully put together an exceptional experience for the traveler. Their knowledge of the area was especially helpful to us. The attention to detail was unparalleled. You will enjoy this lovely home and all it has to offer. ##### Ashley R. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael O. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Awesome Host!! and Property! My wife and I took our son, daughter in-law and 2 grandsons 7 & 2 for our yearly summer get together to this property. And our 2 Maltese service dogs. Kelly and Kevin as well as Ryan made us so at home with every amenity you can imagine. The property is emasculate comfortable and inviting. Look no further, book your trip NOW! A+++++++++ ##### Michael O. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe U. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house, great location, great host Our family enjoyed our stay. The house was well stocked with everyday items you needed. Kelly was very easy to work with and checked if you needed anything several times. She responded to your questions in a timely manner. We enjoyed cooking out on the deck. The deck had very good furnishings. It was very comfortable and relaxing. The location was close to golf courses and restaurants. It was also nice and close to Indiana Beach. We highly recommend this VERBO. ##### Joe U. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ken L. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golf Trip House was immaculate with lots of nice touches like cucumber water in the kitchen, bottled water in the fridge, ingredients for s’mores. Only negative is this is not for anyone over about 6’1”. Kitchen has low ceiling and we cooked dinner every night. Top of my head looks like hamburger. ##### Ken L. 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