Lake Wawasee- Morrison Island. Updated 2 Bed, 1Bath Cute Cottage on the water

Syracuse, Indiana
$329 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 5

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Night 2 nights

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Not your typical rental—this is a family-owned cottage that I love sharing when I can’t be there myself.

Located on the east side of Lake Wawasee on Morrison Island, this charming, fully updated cottage sits on a large deck overlooking a wide, peaceful bay with two uninhabited islands full of wildlife. It’s the perfect spot to park your boat for your entire stay, and the public access ramp is only a couple minutes away. No boat Griffith’s Wawasee Marina is just a short walk and can handle all your rental needs. You’re also welcome to use my 14 ft Old Town kayak and 12 ft Perception kayak to explore the water.

When you’re not out on the lake, the island’s green space is ideal for family games or a picnic. With minimal traffic, it’s also great for biking, walking, or running.

Nearby towns—Syracuse and North Webster—offer great places to eat, drink, and shop, including some fantastic boutiques and antique stores. If you want to dine on the water, The Oakwood, The Channel Marker, and The Frog are all excellent choices after a day at Wawasee’s sandbar.

Now, about the house: it’s 1,000 square feet of smart, comfortable living. I’ve owned it for years and have updated it from top to bottom—new carpet, fresh paint, new beds, new appliances, a new deck, and more. Yes, there’s WiFi, and a 55-inch Samsung Smart TV with apps like Vudu, Hulu, and Disney (no cable).

The living room has plenty of space to relax or play games, plus a single fold-out bed and room for an air mattress if needed. The bedrooms are cozy and comfortable—one with a brand-new queen bed, the other with a brand-new full.

The kitchen features new stainless appliances and a dining area, but the best place to eat is outside on the newly built deck over the water. Burgers and chicken taste even better fresh off the new grill with that lake view. And nothing beats a cup of coffee at sunrise—have your camera ready.

Come spend a weekend (or longer) and make memories that will last a lifetime.

**A quick note about pets:** I do have a small dog and am open to allowing dogs as long as they’re well-behaved—meaning fully housebroken, non-chewers, and friendly with other dogs, as many Morrison Island residents have pups of their own.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • 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
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Hulu Streaming Services TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • 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 : 5

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Review Review

  • Marco R.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Perfect place to stay on Wawasee. Cozy cottage right on lake. Comfortable and clean. Great owner.

  • Scott V.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 18, 2025

    Great for a little get away

  • Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    James' cabin right on the channel made for such a peaceful and relaxing vacation for my family. We really enjoyed being able to park our boat right at the dock. James was so easy to work with and quickly answered all our questions about the property. We were worried about the water depth for our wake boat and he assured us it would work in the channel. He was right! We would definitely stay here again!

  • Debbie S.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Highly recommend very peaceful and great view

  • Gina A.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    My family and I had a wonderful stay at James’ cottage on Morrison Island. The cottage was thoughtfully and comfortably appointed, and James was responsive to any questions we had! The layout worked out perfectly for our family of 5. We are already looking forward to a future visit!

  • Quinn B.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    Clean and cozy cottage on the lake. Great communication with owner throughout. Highly recommend.

  • Tony D.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    Loved our stay at this tiny cute cottage on the lake! This was exactly what we wanted to be on the water, kayaking, boat rentals, and soaking up the sun. Host was super friendly and even left a few drinks and snacks for us.

  • MB L.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Quaint cottage in the water. Nice dock to enjoy the view. Owner was very responsive to all inquiries. Highly recommend this place.

  • Dana G.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    I had booked this trip for a suprise for my wife. I must say this was the best VRBO experience we’ve had! We brought our fishing boat and had an absolute blast. The cabin is super cool right down to the decor and is super clean. James, the host is by far the best host we ever had. He even left a very thoughtful gift for my wife . Def we will return!

  • Jamie K.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2024

    Stayed Apr 5, 2024

    James’ place was perfect for what we were looking for. My wife and I were looking for a weekend getaway for the solar eclipse. The bed was comfy, the place was clean & tidy and all the amenities were great! We didn’t catch anything fishing, but we won’t hold that against him. We would stay here again. Thanks, James!

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$224+
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