Live & Love Life on the Lake at Sunset Cottage!

Howe, Indiana
$262 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Plan your next getaway at our cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath sunset cottage just footsteps from the shores of the South Twin Lake. Nestled deep in the quiet country setting of Howe, Indiana, it’s the perfect place to come if you’re looking to disconnect from the daily grind or spend some time with friends and family swimming, fishing or just relaxing.

Kickback in our sunroom with amazing waterfront views from every angle or lounge and unwind while watching the large flat screen TVin the living room. Internet is provided. The house is comfortably furnished and comes with an window a/c unit in the main living area and ceiling fans throughout the home to keep you cool in the warm months. With queen beds in each room and a sleeper sofa, the space sleeps up to 6 people. The kitchen comes fully loaded with basic kitchenware, dishes & silverware, a standard refrigerator & stove, as well as a microwave and coffee maker. Dine indoors at the kitchen table or al fresco on the porch. Enjoy brunch or grill up dinner overlooking the beautiful lake. The property also comes with 2 paddle boards included in the rental fee so you can cruise along the lake, or just relax on the shore and take in the incredible technicolored sunsets.

The Twin Lakes in Howe Indiana are considered to be some of the cleanest lakes in the entire state. This is a spring-fed, non-sport, private lake with no speed boats or jet-skis. While our lakeside cottage is remote, it’s only about 10 minutes from the 80-90 toll road. Shopping is conveniently located 15 minutes north in Sturgis, Michigan where you'll find a Walmart, Meijer, Walgreens, CVS, Dollar General and many restaurants.

Interested in exploring the area a bit We are only 15 minutes away from Shipshewana Indiana, where you can get to know some of our Amish neighbors. Check out the Shipshewana flea market, enjoy some authentic homestyle Amish cooking, an afternoon carriage ride, or a show at the Blue Gate Theatre. We are also only an hour from Kalamazoo Michigan, Fort Wayne, Indiana and South Bend, Indiana. Check out our fighting Irish at Notre Dame.


House Rules & other details about the Property:
- Our home is smoke-free and pet-free.
- To ensure all our guests enjoy peace of mind during their stay, we vigorously disinfect the entire home after every visit and wash all linens and bedding, including comforters, after every guest. Due to COVID-19 regulations, we no longer provide perishable foods.
- Additional convenience and safety features include smart door & outdoor security cameras.
⁃ Parking for up to 4 cars free. No street parking available.

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  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location 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 : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Karen

    Submitted Oct 18, 2023

    Stayed Oct 12, 2023

    We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this property. It was clean, and so peaceful. It was right on the lake with many lake toys to play with. We would definitely love to go back. The host was very easy to get a hold of.

  • David P.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2026

    Stayed Jun 2, 2026

    Easy check in process with excellent instructions. The view from the porch is relaxing. Sit back watch the swans and the turtles. Kitchen was well equipped. Wifi and tv channel selections was superb.

  • Kimberly G.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    We had a lovely time at Sunset Cottage Lake house! What wonderful memories we made. It was so relaxing and in a comfortable setting especially being able to rent the pontoon boat for lake fun and fishing!! Everything was there we needed for cooking and grilling out.Thank you for providing a place for relaxation and reconnecting as a couple ....its a memory we will always cherish!Ryan and Kim

  • Debra W.

    Submitted May 28, 2026

    Stayed May 25, 2026

    Thank you for hosting us at your cute Sunset Cottage. It was very cozy and decorated so cute. I loved having my morning breakfast and coffee on the deck and looking at the lake.We were only 15 minutes from Shipshawana shopping then came back to the Cottage to enjoy 2 awesome sunsets!

  • Bob W.

    Submitted May 22, 2026

    Stayed May 18, 2026

    Nice for a short visit.

  • Sandy H.

    Submitted May 17, 2026

    Stayed May 13, 2026

    Such a quiet peaceful setting. A place that was truly a home away from home. We enjoyed just sitting on the porch and the sun room watching the water and the neighboring wildlife.

  • Carol B.

    Submitted May 14, 2026

    Stayed May 12, 2026

    We enjoyed our stay at Sunset Cottage and plan to return to the peaceful retreat. The cottage was clean and comfortable. The beds were provided a good night’s sleep. The lake view from the enclosed back porch was beautiful and relaxing. Krista, our host was quick to respond to any questions or concerns. If you’re near Shipshewana, this is a great place to stay.

  • Brian W.

    Submitted May 8, 2026

    Stayed May 4, 2026

    Convenient location for us while our rv was getting service work completed. The home has everything you need.

  • James W.

    Submitted May 4, 2026

    Stayed May 2, 2026

    The place was clean and comfortable. It was the perfect getaway with the lakefront sunset view. We’ll be back!

  • Debbi L.

    Submitted May 2, 2026

    Stayed May 1, 2026

    Perfect place for my husband & me to relax. View to the lake was gorgeous & cottage had everything needed!!

  • Bonnie C.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Very relaxing , quiet and great views of the lake . Check in was easy , house was clean , close to Shipshewana. Just what we wanted. Would stay again

  • James R.

    Submitted Mar 6, 2026

    Stayed Feb 21, 2026

    Perfect, cool place for the two of us even talked about coming back to check it out for the summer due to the fact it was winter and very cold pleasant place. Thank you for the stay.

  • Katie H.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    We had a great time staying here! The view of the lake was gorgeous and it was a very relaxing place to stay.

  • Austin S.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    beautiful cottage that's conveniently close to several tourism hubs . we had a blast

  • Laurie S.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Nice little cottage. Clean. Everything we needed and great location.

  • Sharon D.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Nice place and enjoyed our stay. My only recommendation is to turn the window unit on prior to guest arriving. It was ninety degrees outside and felt about the same inside the house. It took until the next morning to cool it down enough. Otherwise beautiful stay on the lake. Thank you.

  • Tammy J.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    The water is so blue! We love being able to go out and not have to worry about weeds. The cottage had everything we needed! If we did need to go get something down the road was Dollar General and we found extra stuff there!Krista was very responsive to anything going on or questions we had! We would totally stay here again!

  • Trudy W.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 18, 2025

    The home was quite small but also had lots of furnishings that made it difficult for us to move around since we are seniors with mobility limitations. There are few places to use a walker. The sliding door to the porch was extremely heavy to operate as well as the heavy metal security bar. The gravel driveway made it hard to load and unload our vehicle. I also overlooked the fact that there was no dishwasher when I booked it. The property is definitely suited for a younger family.

  • Ray A.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at Sunset Cottage very much. Sunsets were beautiful (see photo) and accommodations were great. Only issue we had was the coffee maker was not advertised as a Keurig. Minor setback was quickly resolved with a visit to the local Walmart .

  • Kim T.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    We love staying at Sunset Cottage! Peaceful, private vacation. Great nearby restaurants as well.Host Krista Mayo is wonderful!

  • Linda M.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    We are repeat guests. It could have been cleaner, not sure they even wiped things down in the kitchen: table, countertops, fridge. Bathroom sink and tub didn’t look very clean and could feel crumbs/dirt on the floors when I walked. The grill flamed when we tried to cook fish so lots of grease… like the location

  • Matthew M.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    This was our family's second time at Sunset Cottage. The lake is a no wake lake, in a quiet neighborhood, so it was very peaceful. Kayaks and paddle boards were made available, and we used them every day. Swimming was wonderful--the lake is very clear! There are an abundance of turtles on South Twin lake.Check in was a breeze. There is a Meijer and Wal Mart in Sturgis, MI, which is a short drive away, for when you need groceries/supplies. Sturgis also has a used book store (Lowry's), and LaGrange, IN, has Foltz Bakery for when you need doughnuts. The owner is very responsive. The cottage was clean when we checked in--I think she puts a lot of effort into running Sunset Cottage. 6 of us (2 adults, 2 teens, and 2 under 12) stayed comfortably in the cabin. I would not hesitate to book this cottage again. I highly recommend this property!

  • Macie M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed for a weekend and it was perfect! The rental has so much to do, paddle boards, kayaks, a paddle pontoon, and pontoon rental. The pontoon rental was amazing, it was dropped off to us and picked up. It was so peaceful. I cannot say enough good things of the service and response time of the owners. Would definitely stay again and would recommend to many!!

  • Wendy G.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    It was an adorable cottage, enjoyed the fishing, kayak & paddle boards.

  • Carrie H.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    A wonderful weekend at the lake! Our family had the best time kayaking and paddle boarding. The house had everything we needed. Quiet neighborhood for a peaceful stay.

  • Jon B.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Very relaxing, nice property.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay in the area. Finally saw a great sunset on our last night. Would stay again.

  • Karen W.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Location and beautiful views of the lake and sunsets from outdoor/sun porch made for relaxing stay. Short drive to all there is to do in Shipshewana was convenient. Cottage furnishings are dated.

  • Kathryn R.

    Submitted Apr 10, 2025

    Stayed Apr 7, 2025

    Host provided everything needed for a pleasant stay. House was clean, pretty, well-equipped, just feet from the lake. Beds were comfortable but one was really high off the floor. Porches were pleasant. I would recommend this place. Husband and I stayed for 3 days in Spring.

  • Noreen Z.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Thank you!

  • Rochelle M.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Second time we've stayed at this VRBO; wonderful house and location. As advertised, would absolutely stay again!

  • Josh M.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    We were only there during the night and gone before the sun came up but it was a nice place to stay and will try to book again when we come back

  • Kari C.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Very peaceful little home with a wonderful view of the lake.

  • The D.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 13, 2024

    Small little house on the lake. The lake is beautiful. 2 small bedrooms. The bedrooms have newer floors. Good water pressure in shower. Most likely best used as a summer rental where what you want is a beautiful view of the lake.

  • Debra H.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    Nice location

  • Susan C.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    It is a little cottage right up against a lake. The beds and bedding were comfortable, and the kitchen was well supplied, including a starter of coffee pods. It could have been cleaner, but overall it was a good stay.

  • James F.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 10, 2024

    Super quiet, beautiful lake, very nice neighbors, and cottage was clean and simple. THNAK YOU!!!

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