Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

Decatur, Illinois
$351 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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!

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1192 Sq Ft (111 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Water Park Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jodi C.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    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!!

  • Haha75

    Submitted Nov 6, 2025

    Stayed Nov 2, 2025

    House was very clean and updated. House also has a great deck with a wonderful view of the lake. Would definitely stay again.

  • Patrick Z.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    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!

  • Teresa K.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Wonderful lake front property.

  • Jonathan E.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    We had a great time.

  • Jean D.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Kids love all the water toys. Our dog was able to enjoy her stay. Plenty of room for a family. Clean!

  • Peter B.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    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!

  • John S.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    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.

  • Nicole La D.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    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.

  • Elliot D.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    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.

  • Tammy H L.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2024

    Stayed Dec 18, 2024

    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.

  • Kyle R.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    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!

  • SUE K.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    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.

  • Kelli H.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 22, 2024

    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!

  • Debi H.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    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.

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$351+
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