Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana |
Howe, Barbour County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana | Escape to The Pigeon River Retreat - Your Home Away from Home! Experience the perfect place for you and your loved ones to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life in this 2 bed/1 bath ranch, kayak (two provided) on the beautiful Pigeon River, 900 feet from the mouth of Pigeon Lake! Unwind in tranquility as you soak in the peaceful setting. Ye...
Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana | Escape to The Pigeon River Retreat - Your Home Away from Home! Experience the perfect place for you and your loved ones to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life in this 2 bed/1 bath ranch, kayak (two provided) on the beautiful Pigeon River, 900 feet from the mouth of Pigeon Lake! Unwind in tranquility as you soak in the peaceful setting. Yet conveniently located near Shipshewana at only 10 minutes from downtown, this retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and accessibility.Available via phone, text, or email - I will be available however is most convenient for you. If someone is needed on-premise, I have a manager within 30 minutes of the property.If you want to get out and explore, it's 10 minutes away from the famous Blue Gate restaurant and the Shipshewana Flea Market; Shipshewana has shops, restaurants, the well-known Blue Gate Theatre. 13 minutes from the Michiana Event Center (MEC). Krider "World's Fair" Garden is a beautiful place to relax, right beside the Pumpkinvine Trail entrance in Middlebury IN. Nappanee has additional Amish culture with shopping, theatre, and dining. All this and more as you relax and enjoy this wonderful area full of culture and hospitality. This property is designed to offer a relaxing stay, regardless of whether you are on vacation, traveling for business, or attending an event at the Michiana Event Center or any other event center in town. Notre Dame University is only 45-50 minutes away from our house as well. So if you're in town for a game, it's really pretty convenient to get to Notre Dame and avoid the traffic rush. In the middle of Amish country, but yet near all the local attractions with access to the main road. Rise 'n Roll Bakery (a local Amish bakery known for its donuts); Das Dutchman Essenhaus, Shipshewana, Nappanee. Self-Check-in - You will gain access to the property via a code entered on a keypad which will be provided the day before check-in. Check-in time is anytime after 4:00pmCheck-out time is before 10:00am★★★★★ "Talk about a hidden gem! Amazing location quiet neighborhood and the house had absolutely everything we needed." - JonEnjoy a slower pace, aka "Lake Life" at our Pigeon River Retreat, less than a quarter mile from the mouth of Pigeon Lake (FYI - a no wake lake). Not only will you have a newly renovated home with great amenities, but also you'll be able to jump on the river with our provided kayaks (pictures coming soon & please use the provided adult life jackets). There are miles of river and lakes that you can explore by entering right off our dock. Enjoy a peaceful day fishing in the river or in the lake, there is a public boat ramp just south of the property about a half mile. ~~~As a quick disclaimer and note to potential guests, we are a FAMILY ORIENTED neighborhood. We are NOT a party house and have a strict 10pm - 7am noise rule. After 10pm our neighbors should not hear you. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTY and come and go all hours of the night, we are not a good fit for you. Rowdiness, excessive noise, loud music, etc. are all grounds for removal. Our neighbors are all families who have children. Please be considerate of them and respectful of this rule or you will be made to leave the property immediately.~~~A FEW HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROPERTY AND HOME★ RIVER / LAKE LIFE / BACK YARD / BACK DECK ★This property is a great way to experience river or lake life for your own!!✔ Two Kayaks provided (once warmer weather arrives)✔ Fish off our pier (bring your own poles and supplies)✔ Dock your boat at our pier (bring your own boat)✔ BBQ Gas Grill✔ Fire pit (firewood provided)✔ Back Deck - enjoy a peaceful meal enjoying the outdoors✔ Patio chairs on deck★ LIVING ROOM ★The home’s focal area features a homey ambiance where you can spend countless hours.✔ 50” TCL Roku Smart TV✔ Large, comfortable sofa (pulls out to a bed)✔ Two Comfortable side chairs✔ Plenty of options for family game night with board games and playing cards provided✔ Children's toys★ KITCHEN & DINING ★Nothing beats a delicious homemade meal! Plenty of kitchen amenities to use and enjoy. Spacious countertops which allow you to prepare any meal you choose.✔ Full Kitchen✔ Dining Room table✔ Traditional Drip Coffee Maker with coffee provided✔ Keurig with K-Cups provided✔ Microwave✔ Stove✔ Oven✔ Refrigerator/Freezer✔ Dishwasher✔ Glasses✔ Silverware✔ Pots & Pans★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★Two furnished bedrooms with a variety of sleeping options to maximize flexibility in sleeping arrangements for your group. ♛ Bedroom #1✔ Queen Bed with Pillows, Linens, and Sheets✔ 43” Roku Smart TV ✔ Alarm Clock w/charging outlets and USBs✔ Reading Lamps♛ Bedroom #2✔ Queen Bed with Pillows, Linens, and Sheets✔ Twin Bed on top bunk with Pillows, Linens, and Sheets✔ Alarm Clock w/charging outlets and USBs✔ Reading Lamps♛ Living Room: queen sofa sleeper★ BATHROOM ★The house features one full bathroom. All bathrooms are stocked with premium towels and essential toiletries.✔ Shower Cabin and bathtub✔ Vanity✔ Mirror✔ Toilet✔ Towels✔ Essential ToiletriesOther than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with:✔ Wi-Fi✔ Air Conditioning✔ Heating✔ Washer/Dryer✔ Hair Dryer✔ Iron + Board✔ Pack 'n Play provided✔ Free Private Parking in the driveway✔ NO ACCESS TO A FEW CLOSETS INSIDEPigeon Lake Information: It’s a public lake. Lots of pontoons, small boats and kayaks go fishing out there. It is a no wake lake. So no skiing, tubing or jet skis. Indiana DNR has it listed as a public freshwater lake.Guest accessThe home is exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home. Someone may come and mow the lawn or plow the driveway, but they will not bother you. All TVs: access 70+ popular local and cable channels through YouTube TV. Additionally, these Roku TV’s allow you to access your own streaming services (such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, etc.) as well as many built in channels. This property is protected by a video security system (outdoors only).To be respectful of the neighbors, please be mindful of noise levels between 10pm. to 7am. Any complaints from neighbors will incur a $50 fee enforceable by renting the property.As a quick disclaimer and note to potential guests, we are a FAMILY ORIENTED neighborhood. We are NOT a party house and have a strict 10pm - 7am noise rule. After 10pm our neighbors should not hear you. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTY and come and go all hours of the night, we are not a good fit for you. Rowdiness, excessive noise, loud music, etc. are all grounds for removal. Our neighbors are all families who have children. Please be considerate of them and respectful of this rule or you will be made to leave the property immediately.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Games
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
- Lake view
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Playground
- Children's dinnerware
- Travel cot
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Toaster
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a river
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
General
- Unit size: 850 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- *Locals MUST Communicate with the Host Prior to Booking: *Locals MUST Communicate with the Host Prior to Booking
Important Information
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Howe
Located in Howe, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cedar Lake Golf Club and Green Valley Golf & Health Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park and Deutsch Kase Haus. South Lanes Family Fun Center and Scidmore Park and Petting Zoo are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Blue Gate Theater 14 min drive
- Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market 15 min drive
- Shipshewana Flea Market 16 min drive
- Michiana Event Center 16 min drive
- Blue Gate Performing Arts Center 16 min drive
Getting around
- Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) 42 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 12 min drive
- Hot 'n Now 12 min drive
- Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery 15 min drive
- Culver's 12 min drive
- Dairy Queen 13 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana | pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana |?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana |?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kayaks | Relax by River | 10 Min to Shipshewana | located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park, Parkview LaGrange Hospital and Oaklawn Terrace Park. Cedar Lake Golf Club and Green Valley Golf & Health Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).