Title: Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou 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 # Private Island Oasis in the middle of Beautiful Lake Manitou Cottage in Rochester with kitchen and patio ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105420000/105417100/105417086/a2f6ece9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105420000/105417100/105417086/f55b1169.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105420000/105417100/105417086/f5ec3d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105420000/105417100/105417086/ebea2b7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105420000/105417100/105417086/cb6b3ad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage 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 - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Refrigerator ### 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937700/110937684/7d26cf25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Luxury on Lake Manitou - Modern Comforts & Stunning Views Rochester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=110937684&PinnedHotelID=110937684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91320000/91312300/91312264/ecbed534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Huge waterfront lake house on Manitou- perfect year round retreat, sleeps 10 Rochester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=91312264&PinnedHotelID=91312264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73641400/73641375/b0b0f445.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Construction 3 Bed/2 Bath Home on Beautiful Nyona Lake Sleeps 9 Pet Friendly Macy - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=73641375&PinnedHotelID=73641375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116182200/116182129/d8743ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bedroom house in Rochester with a fenced back yard, AC, WiFi Rochester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £239 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=116182129&PinnedHotelID=116182129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112310400/112310368/e6385b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wenopa - Charming 3-bedroom home on a Lake Manitou peninsula in Rochester Rochester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews £361 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=112310368&PinnedHotelID=112310368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115832000/115831915/90694578.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming home on the lake! 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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 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 area Rochester is home to this cottage. Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek and Round Barn Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Judy Burton Nature Preserve and Fansler Park. [Visit our Rochester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester.dx6295) [View more Cottages in Rochester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Cottages.d6295-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.056255,-86.20627&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:utryFdddmO%3FU%3FS%40S%3FU%40S%3FU%40S%40S%40SBU%40SBSBS%40SBSBSDSBSDSBSDSDSDQDSDQFSDQFQDQFSFOFQHQFQFOHOHQFOHQHMHQHMJOHMJOHMJMJMJMJMHKLMJKJKLMJKLIJKLILKLGLKJGLINGLILGLGNELGLGNELENELENELCNCNCLCNCNCNANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBNBLBNBNBLBNDLDNDLDNDLFLFNDLFLFLHNFLHJFLJLFLJLHJJLHJJLLJJJJLLHJJLJLJLJLHNJLHLJNHLHPHLHPFNHPHNFNFPHPFPFNFRDPFPDPFRDPDRDPDRDRBRDRBRDRBRBR%40RBRBR%40RBT%40R%40R%40R%3FT%40R%40T%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FTATAR%3FRARATARCTAPCRCTARCRCRERCRERCPEREREPERERGPERGPEPGPGNGRIPGNGPININGPININININKLINKLINKJKNKLKLIJMLKJKJMJKJMJKJMHMHMHMHKHMFOHMHMDMFOFMFMFODMDODMDOBMBODOBM%40ODO%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAOAM%3FOAOCOAOEMAOCOEMCOCMEOEMEOEMGMGOGMGMEMIOIMGKIMIMIMIMIKKMKKKMKKKKKMMIKKMKMKOKKIMKOIOKMIOIOIOIOGQIOIOGQGOIQGSGOGQEQGQESGQESESEQESESCQESCSESCSCSASCUCSAQCUASAUAS%3FSAS%3FUAU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HTcgdtb-hB3LhK0AMnoCg89CNeY=) Rochester, IN ### What's nearby - Fansler Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Lake Manitou - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Rochester Elks Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles - Lake Maxinkuckee - 38 min drive - 25.8 miles ### Getting around - South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬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? > Checkout 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 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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