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Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks

Syracuse vacation home with kitchen

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A lakeside deck with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of houses across the water.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a dresser.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden floors, a plaid sofa, and a wooden ladder.
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a plaid sofa, a fireplace, and a brick wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a gas stove, a sink, and a window with a view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 100600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Syracuse, IN
  • Place, Lake Wawasee
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Gate Theater
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Syracuse

On waterfront.At this Syracuse vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Wawasee and 6 miles (10 km) of Wawasee Golf Club. Syracuse Lake and South Shore Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Wawasee - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chain O' Lakes State Park - 27 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 37 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 37 min drive - 32.5 miles
  • Blue Gate Theater - 37 min drive - 32.7 miles

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chinese Buffet - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The River Coffeehouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 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.

Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks

Nestled on a beautiful channel of Lake Wawasee, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental offers an ideal escape for fishermen, small families, and couples! With a serene setting and direct water access, you can easily spend your days fishing, kayaking, or simply resting on the waterfront deck. Unwind in the cabin-like interior of the home or experience the excitement of downtown Syracuse, just a short drive away! Each day, catch the sunset from your spacious yard while sipping a cold brew.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fire Pit | 5 Kayaks, Paddle Boat & Life Vests | In-Unit Laundry | Boat Slip

Fishermen and couples will love this cozy lakeside home ideally situated for on-the-water fun and fully equipped with all the comforts of home.

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Open Loft: Queen Mattress, Twin Mattress | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, gas grill, spacious yard, picnic table, dock ( ~20 ft)
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, dishware & flatware, breakfast bar w/ seating
INDOOR LIVING: Fireplace, dining table, loft
GENERAL: Towels, linens, air conditioning
FAQ: 2 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Lake Wawasee & Johnson's Bay (steps away), public boat launch (3.0 miles), Grassy Creek Public Access (11.6 miles), Petey’s Boat Ramp (13.2 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Wawasee Wetlands Conservation Area (3.9 miles), downtown Syracuse shopping and dining (~6 miles), Deka Di Riding Stables (14.0 miles), The Barns at Nappanee (21.9 miles), Warsaw Biblical Gardens (27.2 miles)
EAT + DRINK: Moonraker Pub & Deck (4.3 miles), Man Cave Brewing Company (5.1 miles), Hammers Pub & Grub (6.1 miles), The Frog Tavern (6.3 miles), Chubbies Pub and Grub (6.5 miles)
AIRPORT: Fort Wayne International Airport (45.6 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No, events, parties or large gatherings
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 2 steps to enter

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Syracuse Home W/deck Fire Pit Kayaks House
Waterfront Home W/deck Fire Pit Kayaks House
Waterfront Syracuse Home W/deck Fire Pit Kayaks
Waterfront Home W/deck Fire Pit Kayaks
Waterfront Wck Fire Pit Kayak
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Waterfront Syracuse Home W/deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks to downtown Syracuse?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Enchanted Hills.

Waterfront Syracuse Home: Deck, Fire Pit & Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey h.

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

Weekend Lake Stay/Tournament

Great place! Outdoor/canal area is amazing. House is a little tight but great stay. Great owner. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Amazing outdoor space!

Loved the stay. The amount of area and water frontage is absolutely amazing. The house is a tad small but we didn’t spend a whole lot of time inside. The kayaks were a wonderful addition. Will stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly U.

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

Another great stay

This is our 2nd time staying at this property, and it has yet to let us down. The location is great for kids being a swimmable channel with very little boat traffic. Kids loved the kayaks, parents loved the large deck to watch the kids swim and play. The place was clean and ready on time. I'm sure we'll be back again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quaint small cottage stay

We missed some things that we assumed would have been included like WiFi, a tv and a hair dryer. Also need to upgrade and organize cooking utensils and small appliances. Cute cottage that was fairly clean with comfortable bedding Also Main bathroom is very small. Great location and outdoor space was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Lake Wauwausee

The property was great!!! So quiet and peaceful. House was so clean had comfortable beds and furnishing. Nice grill, firewood provided, kayaks,paddle board. Owner John was very helpful got option day we left to even stay longer than 10:00 am since they were coming later to clean.close to Shipshewana and nice beach in town. All kinds food places to eat . I’d give it 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Z.

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

Perfect

Worked out perfectly. Great communication and helpful host. We left 2 stuffed animals there by mistake and we were able to retrieve them. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Pure Paradise

Upon arrival the house was smaller than expected but after we checked in it was perfect . Everything worked as it should and there were no issues the whole time we were there . The owner supplied free firewood for the late nights outside while the deck at the waterfront and large docking area for the boats was appreciated much as well . Property manager was so easy and nice to work with and was very useful when getting area information . Thank you much for a great family made memory , we will be back .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kira N.

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

Cute Cottage

A cute little cottage located on a quiet channel right off Lake Wawasee. This was a great destination to unwind and relax. We enjoyed to spacious deck and yard. The cottage is adequately appointed with comfortable beds and window A/C. There is no TV or Wifi, but that was no problem for us as we passed the day away watching the lake and exploring the area. A great escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great place to stay at Wawasee! The host was great with communication. The place was perfect and we hope to return next year. It has the best deck on the water and the house is cozy even when it rained. Dock was perfect for the boats and the neighbors were so welcoming
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan Y.

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

Wawasee Memorial Day weekend

Great location
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas A.

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

Lake Weekend

Location on lake is great but a little farther from Syracuse than we would have prefered. The water pump broke, but owner was quick to get someone over to repair. Biggest dislike was there was no TV or internet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey P.

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

Heavenly

Our family of 5 stayed at this sweet little lake house and it was exactly what we were looking for- cozy, quiet, secluded and the perfect place for our staycation. I wouldn’t recommend 2 families staying together or a large group, it was the perfect size for our family. The loft area was a great play area for the kids because the mattresses were not very comfortable to sleep on (It’s probably impossible to fit a luxurious mattress up there) and it’s easy to hit your head on the ceiling after waking up. The mattresses in the bedrooms were a little short, but it didn’t bother us, it’s a smaller home and not easy to get big beds in the space. I was curious about this home after looking at pictures and it seemed to be surrounded by big beautiful new lake houses, but I promise, this cozy little place has the best deck in the area. We sat on the deck with our feet in the water while the kids swam in life jackets in front of us. So relaxing and the view was heavenly! The paddle boat was a lot of fun, too! We rented a pontoon boat from the tippecanoe boat company and they delivered the boat to lake Wawasee where we parked it at this lake house’s deck for a couple of days, It was perfect. We used the fire pit once and wood was provided. We used the grill everyday, one side of the grill didn’t cook the meat, but the other side was fine. The house was very clean and we enjoyed the personal touches in the house. The rooms do get warm at night when sleeping. I wish there was a recycling bin that we could have used and containers to store food in since we cook a lot and there was no Tupperware to store leftovers. Overall, the place was amazing and we’d stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chuck S.

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

Loved this place

This house was perfect for the 8 of us. The house is very small but laid out nicely, which made it feel bigger. The dock was great for our boat and we used the fire pit every night. The kayaks were a great bonus. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great for a small group!

I’m going to begin with the negatives because there are some notable things on the listing that can greatly impact your trip - there is not a full-size pull out sleeper sofa in the living room. They are recliners and nobody in my family would appreciate being placed on a recliner as a place to sleep. We couldn’t get the grill to light without an electrical engineer tinkering with it and even then, couldn’t keep it lit. The loft really is best for small kids. The stairway to get up & down is very narrow and the ceiling is very low. There is a queen and a twin size bed up there but half of the queen mattress is pushed against the wall where the ceiling is coming down so anybody sleeping there would barely have room to turn. Like one review mentioned - there is a small bedroom and another very small bedroom. The very small bedroom does have a dresser but no closet and there is room to step in the room and another step you’re on the bed. We had 1 adult sleeping in there and she had no complaints. The other bedroom has a closet and plenty of room to move around in. I’m not sure how other people sleep but I would actually list this house as able to sleep 2 adults and 2 kids, We’re a family of tall people so we cannot get 2 adults in a full size bed. We had 3 adults & 1 kid with 1 adult sleeping in the loft with the kid. To remain comfortable, we could not have had anymore people. A blow up mattress would fit in the family room as well. All of that being said above - we had a GREAT time!!! This house was all we needed for a wonderfully relaxing time on the lake. The house had most everything we needed, the location is fantastic and the layout of the whole property gave us so many options! The deck space provided is the opportunity to hang out all day while giving plenty of sun for those who wanted it and plenty of shade for those who wanted it (at the same time). We had yard space to play games and It’s very easy to swim right off the deck and very easy to get out of the water. The paddle boat and kayaks provided even more fun! We never were inside very much, cooked in there but ate outside. There are plenty of chairs outside. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

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

Great waterfront getaway!

Great property for a girls trip or small family vacation. The deck was perfect, kayaks for everyone, and quiet neighborhood. We rented a boat and parked at the dock. Will definitely go back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan B.

A fun weekend with the guys

I was getting married this weekend and picked this house for it's proximity to our venue and also the guest count. We all enjoyed the cabin and hanging out on the dock and we grilled outside too. A great spot to enjoy a retreat with friends and enjoy the lake and a fun cabin.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Amazing house with great view!

I want to start off by saying we rent houses on Lake Wawasee several times a year and this was the best experience we have had. The home is smaller but the way it's set up gives you lots of room. The deck was my family's favorite place to be when we weren't on the sand bar. Can't wait to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Great for a quick lake getaway

Great place with everything you need for a quiet water getaway. Very comfortable and convenient to Lake Wawasee. Great extras like a fire pit and kayaks. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patty and Ken E.

Relaxing Get Away

We had a wonderful weekend.....
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Beth H.

Cozy, relaxing very peaceful. Not noisy like some lake cottages.

Very comfortable, had most everything you would need. No wi fi but was nice to get away from the electronics. The only down side was not enough light at night when playing cards or board games. Over all great time give it a try.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Cozy lake cottage

This is a small, older lake cottage with a very nice recent remodel. One bedroom is small, the other one is tiny. The bathroom is tiny too. And even little kids won't be able to stand up in the loft. But they'll have fun climbing up there and looking through the bars. If you're OK with small, you should like this place. It has a nice deck that sticks out into the channel, and even though it's not right on the lake, it's a pleasant place to sit if the weather's nice. I would stay here again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Lake Wawasee

Great house very nice setting
Archival

8/10 Good

Jay

Good

Really good spot, nice new grill and all appliances, and plumbing worked well. Nice size yard we used to park boat trailer ....good shade and sun available in back yard. Just couldn't rate it 5 star due to bedrooms were a little hot at night even leaving doors open for living room AC....and would have liked a TV for evening news and to relax. I feel we would go back again.