Take advantage of a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities at Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81150 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University
Relive the 60's in our Strawberry Fields lake house. Nestled in the Monroe/Brown County hills on beautiful Lake Lemon. Serving families as a guest house since 2001 and was a residence since 1957 making it a very old lake house, nothing fancy! We love pets so bring your dog or cat or parrot! Outside there is a boat dock and swimming/beach area, as well as a large yard and a panoramic view of the lake. Strawberry Fields is perfect for families and gatherings. It offers the ultimate in kid-friendly accommodations with its gently sloped access to the lake, and a large but flat backyard that is ideal for throwing Frisbee or playing croquet. There is a fire pit, a charcoal grill and plenty of chairs on the deck. Great place to watch the sunset!
This whimsical Monroe County getaway comfortably sleeps nine with a queen bed on the main floor, a queen, single bed and a trundle in the upstairs master bedroom,and a queen and single bed in the other upstairs bedroom.
It is conveniently located 11 miles from both Bloomington and Nashville. Note that after four guests there is an additional $7.50 per person charge. Check calendar for current prices, they fluctuate. 20 hours a week is spent on just this house cleaning, yard work, shoreline attention. We opened in 2001 and an average of $3000/ year has been spent on maintaining and improving property.
There is a shared dock, we might have our boat on one side and will come down to use it occasionally. The other side of the dock is available for a boat. The outdoor pool listed is actually the LAKE! There was no way to check for lake. We previously offered a hot tub but do not anymore,sorry.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
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
Rules
Eco friendly, guests must use the recycle bins
Cleaning fee will be added if guests don’t follow check out rules
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets Welcome! No extra charge!!!
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
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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
Property Registration Number 4232745
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Unionville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Brown County Music Center and IU Opera and Ballet Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Nashville Shopping Area and Bloomington Community Farmers' Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Musical Arts Center and Indiana Raptor Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing, water tubing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Unionville travel guide
Is Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University located?
This family-friendly Unionville holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lemon and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lutheran Hills Lake and Griffy Lake Nature Preserve. Bear Lake and Bob Klawitter Lake Lemon Woods are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Lake Front Home close to Nashville IN, Bloomington IN and Indiana University Reviews
8.2
Very good
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If you’re looking for a nice old fashioned home on the lake , this is the one! The host was very friendly and nice. Perfect location for great fishing and relaxation. I will definitely book again.
Great stay with easy access to the water! The house had everything we needed for our stay. We even enjoyed the toys for our small children and the playground equipment out back! It is was a great week for our family.
My family and I enjoyed our stay at Strawberry Fields Lake House. We loved the view that we had of Lake Lemon. Thought about returning for a third time.
The lake view was beautiful. Great fishing.
Comfortable, pet friendly home. Owner was accomadating and reached out to let us know she was available if we had any needs. We had a great time here.
We loved the lake front house lots of room for the kids and stuff for them to do. Stores and stuff not to far to drive. Just very relaxing we enjoyed our stay. Thank you Sura for letting us stay in your house on the lake
We didn’t spend much time there do to having a wedding, very roomy and the view is amazing. I want to come back just to sit by the water with a cup of coffee in the morning and wine in evening
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
T J.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Lake Lemon Stay
Great location and home. No hot tub as listed, not cleaned well, ceiling in kitchen leaked water when it rained. I cleaned everything I touched basically but this house would still be amazing for a low key summer break stay with friends to enjoy the lake.
We needed a place with multiple bedrooms for family weekend at IU and this home provided us with everything we needed. It was a quick 20 minute drive to campus plus we had space for our family and dog and a great view of Lake Lemon. If you are looking for something fancy, this may not be your answer, but if you need space for extra people, a pet, and enjoy lake life, this may be for you.
The lake view was outstanding. The kayaks allowed us to see the lake and sounding area better. We had a great time.
We knew the place was an old farmhouse, but the house needs updating. There was a lot of stuff in the house which made it cluttered. My suggestion would be to remove most of the decorations in the living room and dining room to allow for space to congregate.
Absolutely loved the outdoor space - double swing on the shore, fire pit, back deck off the dining room & kitchen, gorgeous view of the lake! Indoors is very 1960s - Beatles and LOTS of memorabilia from the time. If you're an old hippie, you'll love it. If you're fancy, not so much. It's all a matter of what you like. It was just fine for four women who were born in the early 1960s and raised on farms near a small town. Love the owner, honest and down to earth, great communication, very responsive to our requests. Lots of sleeping spaces for families and welcoming to pets. Enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Mechelle C.
2 Jul 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location - not so great accommodations
This home sits right on Lake Lemon with its own dock which was so convenient. The lake is beautiful and not too much traffic. You are required to anchor down and swim in designated areas but overall being in the water was fantastic.
The home has great bones - hardwood floors and pine walls and cabinets and a stone fireplace were so pretty. But the cleanliness and decor need improvement Both inside and outside the home was cluttered and not very clean. The lawn had not been maintained and weeds around things in the yard were extremely tall. Poison ivy and spiders about got us all!
We had a blast despite the home feeling chaotic and not very clean. There are so many eclectic decorations on walls and sitting around on shelves that the home itself felt chaotic. She has a diamond in the rough and some TLC and decluttering would make this home a 10. But as it sits we would not stay here again.
First things first-we LOOOOVE this little house. It’s charming and inviting and the absolutely perfect views and location. We had our daughter’s family which included our 9 & 10 year old grandsons with us the first night and they explored and played ping pong for HOURS! The second night we only had our 2 year old grand daughter and she explored and played with all the toys, and on the swing set. She did not want to leave. There were games and tv with several channels and a dvd player with a lot of movies. The AC was great and the beds and pillows were very comfortable (all 3 queen sizes were great) The 4 star rating for cleanliness is because much of it is dated and many of the dishes (washed by previous guests we’re assuming) were dirty and placed randomly in cabinets. We own a cabin and love it, this place feels more like that than a spic n span lake house. We prefer this however one of our guests didn’t stay. Because of it. If you’re wanting fancy, spotless place, this isn’t it. If you’re laid back, want cozy and great views with reasonable prices and walkability to a super cool bar/resturant, this is it! We even watched the IU rowing teams practice! Love it here!!
We've stayed here for two summer vacations and a fall break the past two years. The house has a very cute strawberry theme. We love the location, lot, and amenities - the pea gravel ramp is great for both kids and kayaks/Sunfish sailboats to launch into the lake, and the back lawn is wonderful for yard games. Also appreciate the availability of the kayaks, lily pad, extra life jackets, and Tonka trucks, and there's bound to be the tool you need in the kitchen. The beds / bedrooms are clean, and there's plenty of extra towels. We wiped down the kayaks and paddles we wanted to use, which was no problem - happy to have them. Pet friendly is another bonus. We find great value here and appreciate this is a 1950s lake cottage that has been a family gathering place for Sura Gail's family for years. Sura is also environmentally focused, and we appreciate she provides, e.g., cloth rags to use in addition to paper towels and recycling options. We look forward to returning.
If you are looking for a cookie cutter, private equity (kicking out locals), clean and white, lake house, look elsewhere and spend out your butt. If you are looking for what these sorts of sites use to be, and a true lake house, this is for you. It is smaller, it is older, it could absolutely use updating, but it was amazing. My kids loved it, dog loved it, we love it, why the heck would I want anything else?
This is a great place to make memories with your kids and fur babies. If you are looking for fancy, this isn't it, if you want true lake front vibes this is the best place to make that happen.