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⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓

Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Nestled in the countryside near Cagels Mill Lake, Captain Bill's Guest House offers a serene retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy modern decor, an updated kitchen, and your own private balcony with natural light. Explore scenic Cataract Falls and Lieber State Recreation Area just a short drive away or take advantage of boat parking on-site.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓

Welcome to Captain Bill's Guest House at Cagels Mill Lake (aka Cataract Lake)! This gorgeous home offers modern amenities in a countryside setting. Perfect for hikers, bikers, boaters, fishermen and anyone looking to unplug and enjoy lake life or just breath the country air. This two-story home is newly remodeled with modern decor and an updated fully-stocked kitchen. You will love the open concept and natural light along with your very own private balcony.

We're located seconds from the boat ramp and a short drive to scenic Cataract Falls and Lieber State Recreation Area. Boat parking is available and easily accessible on the property. For those of you who want a motorcycle adventure, the house is centrally located around some of the best country riding roads in the state. Garage parking is permitted for motorcycles.

Next to Captain Bill's guest house is Captain Bill's main home. Depending on the time of year, guests are welcome to our shared seasonal heated pool. The pool is in a private setting and offered to our rental guests. Depending on when you go you may have the entire pool area to yourself or shared with Captain Bill and friends.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Captain Bill's Guest Lodge at Cataract Lake
⚓Captain Bill's Guest Lodge at Cataract Lake⚓ Poland

About the neighborhood

Map
Poland, IN

What's nearby

  • Ernie Pyle Island - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Lieber State Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cagles Mill Lake Dam Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Cataract Falls - 16 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • C Bar C Expo Center - 16 min drive - 11.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mill Grove Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Candy Land - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lily's Pizza Niche - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Water Tower - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ernie Pyle Island and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lieber State Park. Cataract Falls and Hulman Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

⚓Captain Bill's Guest House and heated pool access⚓ Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We have stayed here before and love it here. The pool is great and the hosts are lovely! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway. Guest house had everything we needed and more. Pool area was great. Night swimming is a must! We would for sure return if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent relaxing stay

Captain Bill's Guest House was a wonderful choice for us. We wanted to go hiking at the various state parks in the area and there were several excellent ones nearby. After a full day of hiking we were able to go back and relax by the pool. I have never seen a more beautifully landscaped pool area. It was truly amazing! There was lots of shade if you did not want to be in the heat of the sun or you could get full sun if you wanted.Uncle Bill was extremely friendly! At first we were a bit nervous about sharing the pool area with other guests and the owner but Uncle Bill and the other guests were very welcoming and we enjoyed visiting with them.A fantastic choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing get away and close to boat ramp at Cataract Falls lake

Great place to stay. Convenient location to Cataract Falls and boat ramp. Great local places to eat breakfast and dinner. Bill was great to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great weekend away

We’ve stayed at this place before. It’s beautiful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We were celebrating our 15 yr anniversary and this place was perfect for our getaway. The place was clean and everything we needed was available. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

Love it and the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

Accommodations were nice, pool area was gorgeous and relaxing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat Visit

This was our second visit and we still like the location and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a relaxing weekend.

Property is unique and warming. We will stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake, falls & stay

We had a great time in the beautiful guest house within a minute drive of the lake. 15 minutes from the beautiful Cataract Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

The location was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Friendly, helpful host. Very clean and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We stayed at Captain Bill’s for a family babymoon weekend - it was absolutely lovely! The pool area feels like you’re at a resort. We really enjoyed our weekend and will definitely be back, hopefully for an adult friends trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and relaxing

Really enjoyed our stay here, The hosts were wonderful and helpful. The place was perfect for the two of us and the surrounding area was beautiful. Interesting places to see were the Cataract Falls State Recreation Area, the Owen Valley Winery, and several good diners near by.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

heather y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy & Comfortable

Very clean comfortable and cozy they really thought of everything for their guests would definitely recommend to others thanks for sharing your rental with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

This was a nice place to unwind and listen to nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

Property was exactly as described and in pics. Owner very friendly and responsive. Close by a few nice parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fall 2021 southern Indiana trip

Very nice 1 bedroom home, very comfortable, had everything we needed, beautiful walk to the lake, so close to parks and bridges!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

My wife and I stayed for a few nights for our 5th wedding anniversary. The location was great and the accommodations were amazing. We couldn't asked for a more perfect getaway. Thank you for allowing us to come and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O., Loveland, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

My wife and I had a very nice, quick stay. We didn't have the weather or time to enjoy the deck, but the cabin is beautiful inside. Definitely take time to visit Cataract Falls -- it is worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

We loved the relaxing pool area, the back deck up in the trees and the studio rental was the perfect amount of space for us. Thank you for your quick responses to our questions. We would love to bring more friends and fill all the units and the pool area! Loved this hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chuck Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute spot - steep stairs

Cute little house. Clean and comfortable. Only thing I’d note is where you stay is on 2nd floor, and the staircase is extremely steep, with short treads and some hand holds instead of railing and only on one side. Carrying gear up and down the staircase is sketchy. There is almost no cell service so I had to walk a ways down the drive to get a single bar in order to open the app and get my message with the code to open the front door of the house. I would recommend screen shotting the message with the code prior. We did not go to the pool area, so no comment there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th Of July Mini Vacay

We chose this place for a last minute mini vacation and wanted a place with a pool for our son and nephew to swim. Location is one hour from our home but the place felt like a resort in another state! Captain Bill and First Mate Becky are very generous to share their beautiful space ! The apartment had everything needed to cook , clean and play! We also met new friends that were staying in one of Captain Bills other cottages down the hill from us. Our son said to give this place a 10/10 and we AGREE! We will be planning another trip here soon :) Thank you Captain Bill and First Mate Becky !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Indiana family

Perfect location close to our Indiana family for visiting grandkids with the pool access as an extra perk. Captain Bill and First Mate Becky are very welcoming and gracious hosts. Loved the nautical theme and size of the garage upstairs apartment, although there's a noticeable musty smell and signs of some water damage on the ceiling kitchen area; the patio furniture appeared to have never been cleaned yet this summer, otherwise would have given a 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023