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Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing
Welcome to Lake Shore Cottage, hosted by Beyond the Path Vacation Rentals, where your experience is our priority. Enjoy lakefront living: fish from the private dock, paddle kayaks, relax by the fire pit, and enjoy the peaceful waterfront views. Comfortable beds, fast Wi‑Fi, huge digital game board, smart TV, fully equipped kitchen, quiet safe neighborhood, minutes to Scovill Zoo, Devon Amphitheater, Nelson Park, Splash Cove, restaurants, shopping, and available boat rental.
Beyond the Path is a small, owner‑run collection of thoughtfully designed vacation rentals where every stay is personal, not just another rental. We focus on memorable details, quick communication, and genuinely warm hospitality so you can relax, feel at home, and know someone local truly cares about your stay.
INSIDE
LIVING SPACE • Comfortable seating • Well stocked kitchen • Lots of windows with lake views • Kids nook/workspace • Two living areas (Main level and lower level) • Huge projection TV for movie nights • Infinity digital game table for hours of family fun • Keurig with starter Kcups and Drip coffee maker provided
BEDROOMS • 3 Bedrooms on 2nd Floor • Sleeper sofa in lower level • Comfortable mattresses with quality linens • Room darkening shades • Plenty of storage • Extra pillows and blankets • Luggage racks • Fans in each room
Kitchen, dining room, kids nook/workspace, 3 bedrooms, Two full baths (One on main level and one ensuite in primary bedroom) half bath in Basement and a laundry room. Basement family room with sleeper sofa and huge projection TV!
OUTSIDE • Large Weber Grill • Al Fresco dining for 8 • Private dock-Swim, fish, boat dock • 2 Hammock chairs • Lounge seating • Smoke-less fire pit (Wood not included) • Water toys-Lily pad, kayaks, paddleboard, life jackets provided. (Please note these items are seasonally available for guests safety) • Boat rental available with Pier 36 marina. Limited availability.
BATHROOMS • Shampoo, conditioner and soap provided • Plenty of towels for each guest • Full bath on main level- Tub Shower combo • Master Bedroom Full bath (second level w/bedrooms)- Stand up Shower • Additional half bath in laundry located in the lowest level.
The entire finished home is available for your use. You have full access to the dock and rear yard as well as the 3 parking spaces in front of the home. The garage is not available for guest use.
There is a dishwasher on-site but please note it is in the lower level and not in the primary cooking space.
The day of check-in my cell phone will be provided to help answer questions throughout your stay or should any type of issue arise. Please feel free to text me anytime!
Very safe, quiet wooded lake road with quaint houses and very little traffic.
PARKING- 3 spots at the home are for guest use up to a mid size car size, 2 if they are full size vehicles or 1 if its an extended or extra large vehicle (please park this one parallel). There is no additional parking. Under no circumstances can you park anywhere other than directly in front of the Lake Shore Cottage. Please be careful pulling in as to not hit the safety rail at the front of the parking area. Parking is directly in front of the home with a staircase down to the front door (handrail provided). If more than three cars of parking space are needed they will need to be parked off-site.
This home has been completely remodeled but is an older construction. The stairwells are a bit narrow and steep (hand rails provided) and there are some ceiling areas that are lower than normal. Please be aware before booking or message me with questions if you are unsure.
Nelson park marina is available to drop in a boat. The dock is available for swimming or to dock your boat for your stay. A smoke-less fire pit is provided but we do not provide firewood. Please plan to bring your own if you would like to enjoy this amenity. The fire pit accommodates up to 16" logs or you can use Tiki wood packets for a "light and enjoy" experience :-)
Security- Cameras can view the front parking area, steps, front door and rear yard/dock/shed areas. Cameras are for security purposes only and are not monitored so please do not rely on these for personal safety. This home is equipped with devices that monitor the environment inside the property (including noise levels, temperature, and air quality) to ensure guests have a pleasant stay and our neighbors are not disturbed. Devices do not record sound for privacy and comply with all booking platform policies. For further information about these devices you can visit minut.com. Tampering with any device can result in immediate termination of the booking with no refund.
As a private small business owner, we do require a separate renters agreement and a deposit hold for each booking. We abide by all privacy regulations required for all online businesses and maintain a high guest satisfaction rating. Should you have questions regarding this, please reach out. We are happy to answer any questions you may have!
Hotellbekvämligheter
Internet
Tillgängligt i fritidshuset: wi-fi
Parkering och transport
Bil rekommenderas
Parkering på området
Kök
Brödrost
Grytor och köksredskap
Kryddor
Kylskåp
Mikrovågsugn
Spishäll
Te-/kaffebryggare
Ugn
Matplats
Matbord
Sovrum
3 sovrum
Lakan tillhandahålls
Badrum
2,5 badrum
Badkar eller dusch
Dusch
Handdukar tillhandahålles
Hårtork
Utrymmen
Matbord
Separat middagsplats
Underhållning
Böcker
Smart-tv
Spel
Stereo
Utomhus
Balkong
Eldstad
Grill
Trädgård
Tvätt
Tvättmaskin
Tvättmöjligheter
Komfort
Luftkonditionering
Värme
Husdjur
Husdjur välkomna
Endast hundar är välkomna
2 husdjur totalt
Anpassning/tillgänglighet
Rökfritt boende
Tjänster och inrättningar
Strykjärn/strykbräda
Höjdpunkter i området
Nära en djurpark
Nära ett sjukhus
Nära ett spa
Nära marinan
Vid en sjö
Vid vattnet
Att göra
Kajak
Vattenpark
Vattensportsutrustning
Bad i närheten
Fiske i närheten
Fågelskådning i närheten
Golf i närheten
Kajakpaddling i närheten
Motorbåtsåkning i närheten
Mountainbiking i närheten
Tubing i närheten
Vandringsleder/cykelbanor i närheten
Vattenskidåkning i närheten
Vildmarksvandringar i närheten
Vindsurfing i närheten
Säkerhetsdetaljer
Kolmonoxidvarnare (värden har angett att det finns en kolmonoxidvarnare på boendet)
Rökdetektor (värden har angett att det finns en rökdetektor på boendet)
Du kommer att få ett e-postmeddelande från värden med info om incheckning och utcheckning.
Informationen från boendet kan ha översatts med automatiska översättningsverktyg
Utcheckningsinstruktioner
Värden kräver att du gör följande innan du checkar ut:
Fyll och starta diskmaskinen.
Samla ihop använda handdukar.
Samla ihop personliga föremål, släng rester av mat och dryck och ta ut soporna.
Släck lamporna och lås dörrarna.
Om dessa inte genomförs kan det leda till ett negativt omdöme från värden.
Husregler
Guest is required to sign a renter agreement. Security deposit required. Cancellation fee applies.
Minimum age to rent is 21. No smoking. No parties or events without prior written permission.
Pets accepted with written approval and additional pet fee.
Husdjur
Djur är tillåtna
Assistanshundar är välkomna utan avgift
Endast hundar välkomnas
2 per rum
Barn och extrasängar
Barn är välkomna.
Evenemang
Inga evenemang tillåts
Must be approved in writing by Host
Rökning tillåten
Rökning förbjuden
Viktig information
Att hålla koll på
Detta boende drivs av en professionell värd. Att erbjuda boende är kopplat till värdens företagsverksamhet eller yrke.
Avgifter för extragäster kan tillkomma och varierar i enlighet med boendets policy.
Statligt utfärdad fotolegitimation och kreditkort, bankkort eller kontantdeposition kan krävas vid incheckning för oförutsedda utgifter.
Särskilda önskemål erbjuds i mån av tillgång vid incheckning och kan medföra ytterligare avgifter. Särskilda önskemål kan inte garanteras.
Fester och gruppevenemang är inte tillåtna på boendet.
Meddelande från värden: Must be approved in writing by Host
Värden har angett att det finns en kolmonoxidvarnare på boendet.
Värden har angett att det finns en rökdetektor på boendet.
På detta boende finns bland annat följande säkerhetsdetaljer: brandsläckare och förbandslåda.
Boendet hanteras av vår partner Vrbo. Du kommer att få ett e-postmeddelande från Vrbo med en länk till ett Vrbo-konto, där du kan att avboka eller ändra din bokning.
Om du avbokar din bokning kommer värdens avbokningspolicy att gälla. I enlighet med EU-bestämmelser om konsumenträtt gäller inte ångerrätten för boendebokningstjänster.
Bra att veta
Bil rekommenderas för transport till och från detta boende.
Om området
Denna stuga ligger vid vattnet i Decatur. Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park och Nelson Park är exempel på områdets vackra natur, och bland de lokala turistattraktioner hittar du Children's Museum of Illinois och Scovill Zoo. Kirkland Fine Arts Center och Heroic Age Arts Center är också värda ett besök. Kajakpaddling och vattenskidåkning är utmärkta exempel på vattenaktiviteter tillgängliga i området, och om du föredrar att stanna på land kan du prova på cykling och vandring i närheten. Gå till vår reseguide för Decatur
Är Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing husdjursvänligt?
Ja, detta boende tillåter hundar (högst 2 per rum).
Hur mycket kostar det att parkera vid Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?
Parkering är tillgänglig på boendet.
Vilka är incheckningstiderna för Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?
Incheckning börjar 16.00.
Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?
Utcheckning sker senast klockan 10.00.
Var ligger Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing?
Denna stuga vid vattnet ligger mindre än 5 km från Nelson Park, Overlook Adventure Park och Nelson Dog Park. Children's Museum of Illinois ligger 4,6 km härifrån.
Recensioner för Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing
Recensioner
Enastående
Alla recensioner som visas är recensioner från verkliga gäster. Endast resenärer som har bokat en vistelse med oss kan publicera en recension. Vi verifierar recensioner i enlighet med våra riktlinjer och publicerar alla recensioner, både positiva och negativa.
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We had a great time.
Jonathan E.
Bodde här 4 nätter i juli 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Teresa K.
18 sep. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Wonderful lake front property.
Teresa K.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2025
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Jean D.
5 aug. 2025
Great stay with kids
Kids love all the water toys. Our dog was able to enjoy her stay. Plenty of room for a family. Clean!
Jean D.
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Patrick Z.
22 sep. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
This is a fantastic find! It delivers on everything it promises. Super clean and well appointed. We had a blast sitting on the porch bird watching. Highly recommend!
Patrick Z.
Bodde här 2 nätter i september 2025
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Carol v.
11 juli 2023
Absolutely fantastic
Everything is in the house that you need and it is a nice atmosphere. We love being in the Lake Cottage.
Carol v.
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
ANDREA M.
15 maj 2024
amazing stay
What a gift this beautiful home was to our family! It was clean, home-y, stocked with tons to do and everything we needed!
ANDREA M.
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Tammy H L.
23 dec. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Family Gathering
Enjoyed spending time together as a family in a spacious area - lots of room and lots of floor space for the kids to play. Beautiful view of the lake - beautiful sunrises.
Tammy H L.
Bodde här 4 nätter i december 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Luke B.
5 sep. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Quiet and Great Location
Stayed for a work event taking place in Decatur. Was a very quiet, clean, relaxing place to unwind at the end of the day. Will try to stay here again for future trips to Decatur.
Luke B.
Bodde här 4 nätter i augusti 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
John S.
13 juli 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
It was a nice extended weekend on the lake. The cabin is well decorated and has lots of amenities, The manager answered questions promptly, The lake front amenities were great, only thing missing was the canoe that was in the listing. The kayaks were really nice and easy to get to. A great place to relax, I recommend it.
John S.
Bodde här 3 nätter i juli 2025
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Jodi C.
6 dec. 2025
Beautiful place!
We had a great mini family gathering. Everything was clean and the teens loved the downstairs area where they could chill watching movies on the big screen & playing games in the electronic board game console. The weather was gorgeous for November so we were able to take advantage of the grill, the deck, the cute outdoor seating area and the pier/fire pit. Everything was well organized and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Thank you for beautiful place to gather and rest with family!!
Jodi C.
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Peter B.
20 juli 2025
Excellent property for family
Lake Shore Cottage we perfect for our family. We loved being on the lake & kayaking. The house offers lovely waterfront views. Kitchen is well stocked. Nice appointments throughout. And clean!
Peter B.
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Kyle R.
17 okt. 2024
Beautiful Spot
It looks just like the photos! The access to the lake is awesome, though it was a bit cold during our trip. The cottage was clean and cozy, a great place for a weekend getaway!
Kyle R.
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Debi H.
26 juni 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Peaceful Lakefront
Such a pleasant stay at this cozy little lakefront cottage. Enjoyed the quiet, peaceful days and especially the evenings on the decks and dock with firepit. The neighbors were very friendly as well and we enjoyed conversing with them.
Debi H.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juni 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Todd V.
5 maj 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Lakefront Vistas
Loved the view of Lake Decatur, and the owners communication was excellent. Highly recommend.
Todd V.
Bodde här 2 nätter i maj 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Kelly H.
26 dec. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Christmas in Decatur
Our family (6 adults) enjoyed the holiday together. The space was adequate for what we needed, as were the sleeping arrangements.
Kelly H.
Bodde här 4 nätter i december 2023
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Carol v.
11 juli 2023
The view on the lake is fantastic.
Alle was super nice Rebecca! its is nice to see that you are continuously improving your cottage!! It is such a nice place!!!
Carol v.
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Matthew P.
8 juni 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
The place to stay in Decatur
What a charming and relaxing place to stay in Decatur, IL. My family of six stayed here during a weekend soccer tournament and it had more then what we needed/expected. We were able to relax on the lake and play family board games during the crazy. Communication was outstanding and we will definitely stay here again when in town. Way better then any hotel.
Matthew P.
Bodde här 2 nätter i juni 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Linda R.
15 dec. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Cute Lake Front Cottage
The views of the Lake were outstanding. Cottage was very comfortable with the basement being open to the lake and an added bonus for privacy. We had seven adults staying for a wedding and it was very nice. There was plenty of space for everyone to relax and also to get ready for the wedding. Thanks for a pleasant stay.
Linda R.
Bodde här 4 nätter i december 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Nicole La D.
29 juni 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great family trip
We stayed at the house with my parents and young son. It was a lovely get away from the pace and noise of the city to take in some peace and quiet on the lake. The house was equipped with everything we needed, and it was simple to grab any additional items or groceries just a few minutes away. Everything was clean and well appointed. Could not ask for more.
Nicole La D.
Bodde här 3 nätter i juni 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Elliot D.
21 feb. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great Stay!
The property was very nice and clean. We had a small issue, but we found the property manager’s phone number in a binder and she responded to us immediately and had the issue resolved within half an hour. I would absolutely rent this Vrbo again and my family that was staying with me is also considering renting it.
Elliot D.
Bodde här 4 nätter i februari 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Kelli H.
29 juli 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great little house!
We had a wonderful stay in this little house. We were able to eat outside. I had coffee on the dock each morning. We kayaked and played on the lily pad. The owner was easy to reach and responsive. Highly recommend!
Kelli H.
Bodde här 4 nätter i juli 2024
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Ruth B.
3 okt. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Family reunion
This house was rented in addition to another lake house in walking distance for my 70th birthday. My grandchildren stayed at this house. Other than some minor things everything was great, but response time from owner or management was good.
Ruth B.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Joanne P.
12 okt. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Sisters Getaway
Beautiful cottage with high end finishes, very cozy and comfy. Great layout for private sleeping spaces. The downstairs is gorgeous with outdoor access to a lovely covered patio. The deck upstairs has a great table and high end grill. We thoroughly enjoyed the peaceful views of the lake with pelicans, sunrises. The owner is available to answer questions during the stay and is very accommodating. Couldn't ask for more!!
Joanne P.
Bodde här 4 nätter i oktober 2023
Recension från en partnersida
10/10 Utmärkt
Carol v.
19 dec. 2023
Best place in Town
Everything is right about this cottage. We have stayed here several times for when we visit my father, as we live in the Netherlands. In the summer and winter it is an enormous pleasure to stay here. The lake is beautiful every moment of the day and every day of the year. Because of the big windows you enjoy the view all te time. Furniture and beds are top. Washer and dryer in the basement. Lots of space and light!
Carol v.
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
SUE K.
21 aug. 2024
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Cozy property, great amenities and lake view
Everything was exactly as described in the listing. It was nice to getaway and not have to worry about packing all the little things, the home was stocked with everything we needed and even had some welcome snacks. Owner is very responsive and checkin was a breeze.
The location on the lake was great, there was plenty to do within the home and on the lake. The only minor thing is that the upstairs didn't cool off enough with the air conditioning, but fans were provided in each room which helped.