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Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront

Family-friendly stay near Indiana Beach Amusement Resort

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A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a river and trees.
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Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Monticello, IN
  • Place, Lake Shafer
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Monticello

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and Lake Shafer. Also, High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing is within half a mile (1 km) and Pine View Golf Course is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Shafer - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • High Speed Naskart Gokart Racing - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Indiana Beach Amusement Resort - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pine View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Tippecanoe Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Monticello - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arni's Monticello - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront

Custom-designed lakefront home built for multi-family & multi-generational getaways.
• Newly built Main house (2017)
• 102 ft of main Lake Shafer waterfront with private dock
• Hot tub with panoramic lake views
• 5-minute walk to Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park
• Perfect for boaters, families & groups seeking lake life

NOTE: Bookings for mid-June through mid-August are only available within 45 days of arrival. For advance bookings during summer, please see our other listing that includes the main house + in-law suite apartment (sleeps 15).

HOUSE LAYOUT

GREAT ROOM: The gathering hub for your group.
• Large leather RH sectional sofa & chairs
• 60" flat screen TV with DVD player
• Indoor/outdoor AV speakers
• Huge windows with stunning lake views
• Fireplace
• Open to dining room, kitchen, and screened porch

DINING SPACES: Ample seating indoors and out for dining, games, and gathering.
• Seating for 12 indoors
+8 chairs at large communal table
+4 stools at kitchen island
• Seating for 6 outdoors on main house screened porch

KITCHENS + COOKING: Kitchens designed for effortless large-group meal prep.
• Kitchen is stocked with quality cookware and full appliances
• Fridge, freezer, microwave, oven, dishwasher, disposal
• Gas grill and Hasty Bake charcoal smoker for outdoor cooking

SLEEPING: Sleeps 10 comfortably in 4 bedrooms, thoughtfully located away from the main great room for quiet & privacy.
All bedrooms include:
• Highest quality mattresses, pillows, and bed linens
• Blackout drapery/blinds
• White noise machines
• TVs
• Clothing storage

ZONE 1: [Bedroom 1 + Bedroom 2 + Bathroom 1] = Sleeps 4

BEDROOM 1:
• California King bed
• En suite Bathroom 1
• Lake view
BEDROOM 2:
• 2 twin beds (trundle configuration; pull one out for use)
• Laundry room access
BATHROOM 1:
• Shower with double vanity

ZONE 2: [Bedroom 3 + Bedroom 4 + Bathroom 2] = Sleeps 6

BEDROOM 3:
• King bed
BEDROOM 4:
• Queen bed + 2 twin bunk beds
BATHROOM 2:
• Bathtub/shower combo
• Double vanity

OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES: Screened-in porch connected to the living room.
• Dining table for 6
• Upholstered sofa + ottoman
• Lake views

INDOOR AMENITIES:
• Central heat/AC systems (independent climate control)
• Endless hot water
• High speed WIFI
• Comcast Basic Cable
• Fireplace
• Board games
• Washer & dryer

BABY & CHILD AMENITIES:
• 2 high chairs (restaurant style)
• 1 Pack N Play crib + sheets
• Playground with infant + regular swings

OUTDOOR AMENITIES: The house sits on a south facing sloped wooded lake front lot. It provides both sun and shade, sunrise and sunsets. You’ll never forget campfires on Lake Shafer with the historic wood roller coaster and ferris wheel in the distance.
• Hot tub with panoramic lake views
• Playground
• Kayak
• Private boat dock
• Hammocks
• 2 fire pits (one at top of hill, one by the dock)
• Gated driveway
• Ample parking, including space for boat trailers

LAKE SHAFER ACTIVITIES:
• Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park (5-minute walk)
• Boating (bring your own or rent locally)
• Swimming off our dock in a no-wake zone
• Kayaking
• Fishing off the dock
• Run/walk trail

LOCAL AREA ATTRACTIONS:
• Indiana Beach Amusement Park & Water Park (5-minute walk)
• Drive-in movie theater (4 minute drive)
• Canoe trips (23 minute drive)
• Horseback riding (27 minute drive)
• Golf courses (5 minute drive)
• Restaurants (5 minute drive)
• Grocery stores (8 minute drive)
• Winery (12 minute drive)
• PURDUE UNIVERSITY - ROSS ADE Stadium (40 minute drive)

• VIBE — Located on the street leading to Indiana Beach, surrounded by older vacation lodges and private lake homes. The property is gated and bordered by tall landscaping and fencing, creating an incredibly private feel despite being steps from the action.
• PROXIMITY — On Lake Shafer | 5-minute walk to Indiana Beach Amusement Park | 7-10 minutes to restaurants and stores in Monticello, Indiana.
• GETTING AROUND — Easy parking in private driveway for 8+ cars and boat trailers.
• EXPECTATIONS — Noise isn't an issue, whether you're making it or worried about hearing it. The property is well-shielded from neighbors by landscaping and fencing, and the house is exceptionally well-insulated with spray foam.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do a final walk through to make sure you have not left any personal items behind. It is a $30 charge + actual shipping cost to return any items to you via the mail.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO PROM parties or under 21 renters.
Hot tub use is at your own risk. Swimming in the lake is at your own risk.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.3 mi (50-min drive) away from the Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront to downtown Monticello?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Monticello.

Hot Tub + Bonfires on main Lake Shafer Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake was peaceful and the kids liked the playground.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake views. The hot tub was really a plus! The house was super clean and set up well for a family/friends gathering. The host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Incredible views, gorgeous place, even better hosts.

The house was immaculate. The views of the lake in the morning were serene. Took our 4 year old fishing off the dock and caught a handful of white bass, and a couple of nice catfish. The place is super spacious. 10/10 and we can't wait to book it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

The best appointed, best prepared VRBO we've ever had

Our group of 9 stayed here in the fall. It was perfect. It is not an exaggeration that this was the best prepared VRBO we've ever experienced, right down to the last detail. The hosts have thought of everything, and importantly, packaged it all up in a pdf that they share in advance. Everything is clear, arranged, and well-labeled. The place smells great and works great. We would be happy to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Family celebration

This is a beautiful home on the lake. Every room was just perfect for our family. We had plenty of space and privacy. The home is beautifully decorated with all the modern comforts. We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Great house and owners

We had everything we needed. Property was clean and well stocked. Rented a boat for the week, which was right across the street. Good communication and no issues.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Amazing home, wonderful owners!

We just returned from a fantastic Labor Day week at Piper House & I will fully attest that it is just as wonderful as the pictures & reviews make it seem! This was our first family vacation with our 8 month old daughter, my mother, father, & sister-in-law traveling from England, & my parents traveling from Ohio. The layout of the main house was absolutely perfect for the 8 of us. Everyone had an appropriately sized bed & there was room to set up the pack & play for our baby to nap & sleep comfortably in the flop room with us. The bedrooms are arranged in separate wings of the house & there are white noise machines in every room, so you don't hear a peep if someone goes to bed early. The beds & all linens are top of the line & so comfortable that found myself looking at tags to make note of brands to purchase for my own home! The bathrooms were private & well stocked with towels & toiletries- no need to bring your own shampoo, conditioner, or soap unless you're really attached to it. The kitchen was more than well stocked & literally EVERYTHING is labeled, making it super easy to find what you need & return it where it came from. The family room was comfortable with a fantastic view of the lake & the furniture provided an easy, entertaining path for our little one to cruise all over. She really enjoyed banging on the kitchen chairs & crawling under the table to see which grandparent would follow! The home is lovely inside no matter where you are, but my favorite space by far was outside. The screened-in patio, fire pit, dock, swing set, & lounge areas were comfortable & exactly what we needed to take time away from our busy lives to just enjoy each other's company. We didn't get the chance to use the hot tub, but it looked well-maintained & clean. The hammocks were cozy & provided a nice place to relax under the canopy of mature trees. We had breakfast on the patio every morning & played games or just chatted with our favorite beverages every night. The ceiling fan provided much-needed relief when it got too toasty! As if the property wasn't good enough by itself, all communication with the owner was outstanding! I had the pleasure of messaging with Heidi about our trip & she was so kind to leave a basket of age-appropriate toys out for our daughter. You can really tell they poured their hearts into this home & truly enjoy offering it to others. There should be more people like this in the world. Thank you so much for all the memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy T.

The Piper House felt like home.

Our family spent four days at the Piper House this July and we all loved the place. The location is perfect with the boat rental business just across the bay and Indiana Beach Amusement and Water Park a short walk away. The boat dock is large enough to dock a large pontoon boat and swimming off the dock is great in the no-wake bay. In the private and shaded back yard the playground equipment entertained the little ones while the two fire pits and hot tub helped the adults relax after long days of fun. The best feature however was the house its self. It is very clean and well laid out. The central kitchen open to the dinning and family room of course was the hub of our activity. What wowed us the most however was how well appointed the Piper House is. Many times when vacationing some cottages can feel cold or sparse. Invariably a trip to the store is required to get some basics we have forgotten or that should have been provided. Not at the Piper House. It felt like we were staying in some ones home. A toy box full of building blocks, high chair, pack and play, even an infants walker were all provided. The kitchen was fully stocked with spices, dinnerware and plenty of pots and pans. The bathrooms stocked with soaps and other necessities, even Aloe cream for the inevitable sunburn. We recommend the Piper House to anyone seeking a get away with privacy, yet close to plenty of activities. We thank the owners for sharing their home with us. Randy & Joyce
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

An absolute gem of a lakehouse fit for a family gathering!

I wholeheartedly recommend staying at the Piper House. We just spent a wonderful 3 days there gathering with our family for Thanksgiving. The owners have thought of everything last detail to make it absolutely carefree - technology and all other aspects of the house are thoroughly prepped, labeled and prepared. The layout of the bedrooms and bathrooms is very nice with the master suite on one side and the other bedrooms/bath down a separate hallway. The bathrooms are fresh and new and supplied with an abundance of linens. The kitchen/island/living area is spacious and very comfortable. The kitchen itself has everything you will need including the very welcome supply of kitchen basics (seasonings, basic cooking consumables, foils/paper towels, etc.) They are not exaggerating when they say all you need to bring is food. The view in the morning of the sun shining on the river was gorgeous. We even saw a bald eagle in one of the backyard trees. Heidi is very responsive to all communication, but we didn't need to ask her a thing during our stay because the whole place is so well done. An enthusiastic 5 stars. We would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Archival

6/10 Okay

Katie J.

It was just ok.

House was just adequate for family wknd get-away. Although very clean I did not find the home as comfortable as it was advertised. Living area could sit three people in order to watch tv. We had six adults and one child. Furniture somewhat modern and not real comfortable for middle-aged folks. Stove and kitchen island nice. Table big enough to fit family which was nice. Pots and pans were pretty awful. Very cheap and not enough of them. Only partial roll of paper towels. Ran out Day 1 along with Kleenex. Had to run to store for paper towels, dinner napkins and boxes of Kleenex. Shampoo was empty in one bathroom. Constantly ran out of silverware, dish towels were so thin they were saturated after drying one dish. No access to washer/dryer which would have been nice for wet beach and kitchen towels. Screened porch was nice, but again couch very uncomfortable. Grill was good. Outside lawn small and very dangerous given steep drop off - not a place for young kids to run/play. Hot tub - water discolored. Garbage dumpster overflowing when we arrived and swarming with flies. Stentch bad. Lastly, water quit running during one night of our stay. No way to flush toilets, wash hands, etc. waited till 6 am to call emergency cell numbers of owners and neither phones answered. Text and called with no response. Woke spouse and sent him to buy water so we could flush toilets. Finally got a phone call back from home owner who I felt minimized what we were going through. We did get a half day refund, but it cancelled plans we had for half the day. Realize this was out of control of homeowners, but felt homeowner tried to gloss over the issue and made excuse for neither being available for calls. Plumber got their quickly, but took hrs for home owner to call back. Frustrating experience. Overall disappointed in our stay. Felt home would be so much nicer than we found it given price and description.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

Relaxing weekend getaway!!

Seven of us (6 adults and 1 infant) stayed at Piper House for a long weekend. It was the perfect house to accommodate all of us, with room to spare! The bedrooms are set up so that there are 2 on one side of the house and 2 on the other, so it offered some space and privacy when needed. We spent a lot of time outside, on the screened in porch, and down by the dock and water. There is so much to do without ever having to leave the property, and you really can't beat the lake view with Indiana Beach off in the distance. The house was very clean, well-stocked with linens, and the kitchen had everything we needed to do our own cooking. The owner, Heidi, was super helpful and responsive both when booking our trip and once we were on the property. Whether you are looking for a home base while you explore the area, or you just want to hang out and relax for a few days, this is the house for you. We hope to get the chance to return again one day soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Lynnette O.

AMAZING!!

We spent one week at the Piper House...it was amazing. We had 4 adults and 3 children and the layout was perfect! We fished off the dock, rented a boat, went to Indiana Beach, played on the backyard swing set, hot tubbed, built sand castles, built fires and made s'mores. Beautiful memories made. Thank you Heidi and Scott. You have a wonderful place. We loved meeting you guys and Stella!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Everything was provided for a comfortable stay

We stayed thre with our thee grandkids and they had fabulous time. I'm sure they'll remember this vacation for years to come. Heidi and Scott were very accommodating to our every need. I would love to go back again !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

Great lake getaway

There are so many superlatives for this property. Let's start with the owners who couldn't be more accommodating and talented in creating a wonderful environment to totally relax and enjoy your vacation. The new home is tastefully decorated, furnished and well appointed. We had 9 people and never felt cramped or in each others way. The layout separates bedrooms into wings with several gathering areas in the main living space, spacious kitchen, screened in porch and your private beach and fire pit area. Our younger grands had a great play area as well as the sand beach. Location is outstanding. A few minutes walk and you're at Indiana Beach. We'd heard IB had slipped but our experience was great. Plenty of activities and rides to entertain all age groups. A 5 minute drive to the Tippecanoe Country Club Golf course. We played and its a nice and challenging layout with spectacular views of the lake. The boat rental is a 5 minute walk. Anything you would want in a town is within 10 minutes by car. Remember drive in movies? 5 minutes to a 2 screen drive in. Can't forget the Sycamore Ice Cream stand 5 minutes away! Our family totally enjoyed our stay and are planning on returning again next year. This property is by far the finest in the Lake Shafer area. Thanks again to Heidi and Scott for a great family vacation!