Beautiful Skinner Cottage overlooking the lake

Albion, Indiana
$152 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Private vacation home with a beautiful view of Lake Skinner. Waterfront access for fishing or taking the paddle boat out (seasonal).
This cottage has all the basic amenities to make your stay comfortable. From the warm fire place to the spacious deck and 3 seasons room, you can enjoy this place anytime of the year. The full kitchen makes this place perfect for a week long getaway!
A short twenty minute drive to Auburn and under an hour drive to Fort Wayne and Shipshewana.

  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 07:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 07:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Keneta

    Submitted Aug 31, 2023

    Stayed Aug 20, 2023

    Overall nice property. Did not like the microfiber sheets on the bed. Air set at 65 which i thought was rather cold. Otherwise needs were thought out and met.

  • Michael

    Submitted Apr 10, 2022

    Stayed Apr 4, 2022

    Small, clean, quiet little cabin bordering a small lake. A lovely place for a quiet getaway. Also close enough to some neat places of interest and entertainment. I Loved It!!!

  • Tom L.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2026

    Stayed Jun 10, 2026

    Very comfortable, inviting and accessible.Area was very peaceful.Dock area was very clean and presented no hazards or overgrowth for swimming or docking.We look forward to booking another stay as we do not live very far yet the location allows for relaxation and escape from the hustle and bustle of normal life.

  • Cari C.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2026

    Stayed Jun 7, 2026

    Great weekend getaway for my daughter’s 7th birthday. Cozy, inviting and well stocked with all the essentials.

  • Kayla K.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2026

    Stayed May 31, 2026

    The house was so cozy and comfortable thay we decided we would just hang out there all day. The kitchen had everything we needed. Pedal boat at the dock was super fun, and the life vests provided were clean. The waterfront area was perfect for soaking up a quiet lake. We saw a ton of birds big and small - osprey, herons, swans, swifts darting over the water, hummingbirds at the feeder. We did end up using the folding chairs in the sun room for our outdoor lunch, because the birds had messed up the deck chairs. Didn't hold us back! This was a perfect little spot for a calm retreat.

  • Lynn S.

    Submitted May 22, 2026

    Stayed May 20, 2026

    Wonderful lake cottage, spent alot of time on the deck and enclosed porch. Very relaxing and peaceful!

  • Sandra V.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    The side table on the far side in the queen room was real dirty. The black ants (as big as chickens) in the house were annoying. Otherwise, things were great. It didn’t hurt me at all to wipe the side table. Our girls weekend was wonderful. We even got to see the pair of swans swim by.

  • Pamela L.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2026

    Stayed Apr 13, 2026

    our first trip to Albion was in late 2020 and we’ve been back many times since. Love it

  • David L.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Beautiful place very cozy very much enjoyed our stay

  • J K.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Wonderful weekend, clean and comfortable home on a beautiful lake. Kitchen stocked with pans and appliances so it was easy to cook and we enjoyed our meals on the deck. Quiet neighborhood and can't say enough praise of the lakeview. Nice grass area that was stocked with firewood. Host has thought of everything, even chargers in main bedroom for phones. Roku, puttgolf game and fishing poles!!! 5 stars

  • Amy M.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    We were extremely pleased with this gem! The place was clean, host was easy to contact, and we enjoyed the boat and firepit. The bed was comfortable and the host paid a lot of attention to details. Overall, an excellent experience that I would recommend to others.

  • jim B.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    Inside was very clean and the host provided earthing and anything we might need minus our food. We enjoyed the pier to fish which we were successful catching several. We were disappointed with state of the outdoor space. It definitely could use some housekeeping.

  • Pamela L.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    A favorite!

  • Wilma L.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    We have stayed here numerous times and just love it!

  • Dawn M.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Beautiful, cozy cabin right on the lake. We enjoyed the paddleboat, charcoal grill and firepit! If you happen to forget anything there’s a Walmart not too far away. View is amazing and we loved having our morning coffee on the deck. Fireplace was nice too! Cabin is well equipped with everything you need and our host is so kind!

  • Julee B.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    The cottage was perfect! It’s very well stocked, super clean, and just the cutest. We loved the pontoon and evenings on the deck. Highly recommend!

  • linda s.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Everything was excellent. Beautiful view of the lake. Had everything you needed in this home. Just bring your clothes and food everything else is provided. Lived our stay!!

  • Tom L.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    My wife and I have stayed in places from Maine to California and your place has been the best one we’ve stayed at. You have thought of everything a person could need for their stay and added it to your home. Thanks for a wonderful place for us to get away from our every day life!

  • william L.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    Wonderful time second time here will come back

  • BRENDA S.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    We stayed at the sweet lake cottage with our son and his fiance. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you would need to prepare a meal. The lakefront deck provided amazing views and was a perfect place to enjoy that first cup of coffee. ThePaddle boat and fishing poles provided lots of fun as did tbe lakefront firepit.

  • Abbey M.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Such a clean, comfortable property! Fun lake decor inside and nice deck outside with lots of shade and flowers. Good times boating, swimming, and fishing!

  • Gail S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    We had a great time. Enjoyed being on the lake, watching the turtles. Early morning paddle boat rides were beautiful. We saw a bald eagle, a doe and her fawn, geese, and ducks. The lake house is cozy. We slept great. Such an enjoyable time.

  • Mike B.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    Everything was perfect. The view is amazing. We celebrated our anniversary and husband’s birthday. The owners thought of everything! Even poop bags for your fuzzy kids. Highly recommend.

  • Elizabeth S.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    So peaceful sitting on the deck looking at the lie under the trees. Thank you!!

  • Jessica P.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    We were just in for a weekend getaway, this spot was perfect. Great view and access to the lake. My boys enjoyed going out fishing and just being outside. Everything was good!

  • Pamela L.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    We just spent our 4th new year retreat at Skinner Lake cottage. It is so peaceful, comfortably furnished, close to great places to eat and shop. We bring all our books, make a meal or tea, and relax. Monday was sunny and we had our coffee and read out on the deck. We love this place!

  • Jerry C.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Nov 25, 2024

    This is a nice and spacious cabin, right on the lake. The cabin is well appointed and supplied, and clearly well cared for. The back deck would be very nice for the summertime (not so much for us in winter). I took one star off for location because the front of the cabin is right on the highway (set back a bit), with neighbors all around. However, sitting in the back you may not notice.

  • Wilma L.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    best little get away cottage!!

  • Kathryn R.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    The host provided everything guests needed and more. The place was lovely and peaceful - just what we wanted. Beautiful lake view from the deck. Loved the fact that bottles of cold water were in the refrigerator for us when we arrived - much needed and so thoughtful. I use a walker and all rooms, porch and deck were accessible.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$152+
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