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Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views!

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Beach | Beach nearby
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Huntsville, OH
  • Popular LocationIndian Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeminole Island1 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndian Lake State Park20 min drive
  • AirportLima, OH (AOH-Allen County)34 min drive

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8/10 Good

Comfortable, and gave us a nice gathering spot for our family to have fun together. Would have liked outdoor lights ent...
Carolyn N.
Nov 13, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views!

Located on one the most beautiful islands of Indian Lake, this property is a perfect vacation spot for those wanting to relax and enjoy an escape from the everyday. This lakefront home is perfectly situated on the northwest corner of Seminole Island, providing an excellent open water view of the lake. During the day, guests will be able to enjoy a fun and relaxing swimming and fishing experience as the home is located away from heavy boat traffic. In the evenings, spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed from the property's shoreline. After the sunset, possible activities include relaxing around the firepit, eating toasted marshmallows, and gazing at the stars!

Recently updated with complete bathroom and kitchen remodel (completed March 2024), along with new exterior finish and interior flooring (completed March 2024), this home includes a dramatic lake room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Indian Lake, as well as a complete kitchen. Sleeping accommodations consist of 3 bedrooms and a sleeper sofa, plus 1 1/2 baths. This home can accommodate 8 guests.

Indian Lake is located about 1 hour 30 minutes from Dayton, Ohio and 1 hour from Columbus, Ohio.

Property manager

Mark Febus

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only permitted outside away from cottage.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Call if >1 pet. Please review rental agreement.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 15
Note from host: Please contact us if a large gathering is planned.
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 deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Huntsville

Located in Huntsville, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hardin County Historical Museum and Piatt Castles are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Armstrong Air and Space Museum and Allen County Fairgrounds. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Lake - 1 min walk
  • Seminole Island - 1 min walk
  • Tecumseh Island - 4 min drive
  • Fox Island Beach - 12 min drive
  • Indian Lake State Park - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Woodys Diner - 7 min drive
  • The Donut Shop - 10 min drive
  • Cranberry Resort - 8 min walk
  • Playa Azul - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Family-Friendly "Islander" Home w/Dock! Breathtaking Open Water Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Indian Lake and Seminole Island. Pew Island State Park and Tecumseh Island are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 70 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay beautiful sunset
Beautiful place very peaceful fish not bad
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
This home made the trip a success, new baths and kitchen were very well done and very pleasing, hope to revisit this summer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place,not fancy
Comfortable, and gave us a nice gathering spot for our family to have fun together. Would have liked outdoor lights entrance and back. Kerrig pot doesn't work also.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Gregg L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good fishing relaxing
Nice clean home great location that two larger beds needs replaced over all Nice vacations
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
I don’t even know where to start. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable, lots of outdoor seating and amazing views. We spent the entire weekend swimming, jet skiing, boating and grilling out. Thank you Mark, Gus and Archer for being great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wickey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very straight forward
I would do it again if time and money allows
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
Great weekend lake trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place
Wonderful experience at Virgil's Cabin. The cottage is right on the lake with its own boat dock and concrete sitting area. It was clean, convenient, and reasonably priced and located in a quiet and peaceful location on Seminole Island. Look forward to coming back here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect getaway
Our stay at Virgil’s cottage was lovely. The cottage was very clean and as described. It has a perfect Grandpa’s family lake house feel. We were able to dock our boat at the open slip. When we arrived we met one of the owners,Kirk and some of the family at the family house next door. The view and sunsets were lovely. Very relaxing to sit on the patio and read while the kids played in the water. We brought our own paddle boards and the kids enjoyed the calm water around the cottage. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loving the Lake
Great location, clean, neat and comfortable. Had everything we needed and expected. Would have easily worked well for 2 couples, but would have to share shower. Walkable neighborhood and to Cranberry Resort, easy drives elsewhere. Not sure if swimming off the dock is ever great, but nice to have the option, and would work well for kayaks. Overall very happy and relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda A E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place
Virgil’s Cottage on Seminole Island was just the perfect place for our May Getaway. Right on the lake, gorgeous sunsets and a beautiful view. The Saugeye catch was an added bonus. We really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and all of the amenities. The hosts are very responsive and we met one of them in person right before checkout to chat a bit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S., Poplar Grove, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Week at the Lake
This is a great place to rent. Has all you will need and is a prime location if you are there to fish.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Denver, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic lake location
We had a lovely time at the cottage. Mark was great to work with. The fire pit was a great amenity we all enjoyed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri R., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST Location
We had such a great time at this property. The location cannot be beat and having a dock right out the back door was a huge plus. The house gave us the cabin vibe we were looking for. Rooms are a little small but were more than adequate for the 7 of us. Kirk was amazing helping us find all the restaurants and navigating the lake. Great Owners! We appreciated having Mark & Kirk right next door. Wish we could have stayed longer than the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We just stayed at Virgil’s Cottage for our second week this summer, it has everything we need to feel like it’s our home away from home and it reminds us of the Jersey shore cottages of our youth. The view of the lake is fabulous all day, from sunrise to sunset. We live outdoors on vacation and this is the perfect place for us - always a bit of shade around the house throughout the day (and a dockside table+umbrella), easy water access for this water-loving family (kayak, paddle boards, noodles for floating), quiet and walkable neighborhood, lovely neighbors, and the perfect location for birdwatching and stargazing. We are already planning for summer 2023!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for our water-loving family
Waterfront? Check. Three bedrooms/1.5 baths? Check. Comfortable furniture? Check. Fully equipped kitchen? Check. Laundry room? Check. Dog-friendly? Check. Great views? Check. Slip for kayak and paddle boards? Check. Walkable neighborhood? Check. Virgil’s Cottage has everything we need. Check it out!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time to Relax & Unwind
The house was easy to get to & had easy access to the lake. The sunsets were pretty & love all the flowers in pots. We used to own a condo not far from this home. It was great that we could rent it & be familiar with all the stores, restaurants, boat storage etc. Mark & Kirk were very accommodating. We are so grateful that our dogs could come too. Hope to rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu M., Powell, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot
We live in Powell, and my wife and I were looking for a close-to-home getaway while our youngest was away at camp. Love the house and the location! 8 minute walk to Cranberry's, which was awesome...ate almost all our meals there. Spend a Day Marina has reasonable weekly rentals and brand new boats, so having a nice dock at the house was a real plus so we could enjoy the water every day. Mark the property manager was terrific...all in all a great experience...we will be back. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfull stay
great location right on the main lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This was the perfect property for our mini vacation. Very quiet area of the lake with almost no boat traffic allowed for the kids to kayak, paddleboard, and swim without any worries. The cottage is the perfect size for a family of 4 and big enough for more to be comfortable too. The property is well stocked with everything needed for a stay. The lake room is a great feature, very open and airy with fantastic views of the lake. Mark was excellent to work with and answered all of our questions promptly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Be back!
Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy family space with a lake view
We absolutely loved our stay! Virgil’s Cottage was super cute and had everything we needed. The owners were right next door and were so friendly and helpful. The adults and kids enjoyed the outdoor space and had a great time fishing off the dock. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've stayed here before. Great location for fishing. Quiet channel end.
Renting was easy with VRBO. Connected with host right away.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

edmar f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property Location
Great for family gathering. I was visiting my daughter which lives in Columbus !!! Beautiful lake view and the glass back door makes it even better to appreciate from Inside the house when is cold as it was lol ….. I would definitely comeback !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house on a great location
Had a great weekend on Seminole island - great location on the water on a quiet street. Great outdoor space and great house. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021