on Lake Dalecarlia · Lowell, Indiana

Charming Lake House

A private-lake retreat about an hour from Chicago.

The lake house seen from the water, with its deck, dock and shade tree — On the water — Lake Dalecarlia, Indiana

Sleeps 10
4 bedrooms
6 beds
3 baths

The lake house at dusk beneath a pink and purple sky

Welcome

Your weekend on the water starts here.

Wake up to water views, push off from one of two private docks in a kayak or the paddle boat, and spend the afternoon fishing or just drifting. As the sun drops, move from the deck and fire pit to the fireplace inside. With four bedrooms, three baths, a full kitchen, and a game room built for the occasional rainy afternoon, this is the kind of weekend people keep talking about long after they've packed up. Pets are welcome, and the lake stays peaceful year-round.

Nearby

Cedar Lake Beach ~9 min drive
Shrine of Christ's Passion ~19 min drive
Lake County Fairgrounds ~20 min drive

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The bedrooms

Where you'll sleep

Four bedrooms, room for ten — from a king with a lake view to a bunk room built for the kids.

Master bedroom

1 king
Second bedroom

1 queen
Third bedroom

2 queens
Kids' room

1 bunk

The space

Room to gather, and room to wander off.

Living room with a stone fireplace opening to the dining table and patio doors

The living room

A stone fireplace anchors the main living room, with deep sofas, a mounted TV and big windows that open onto the dining area and the water beyond.

Game room with giant Connect 4 and cornhole boards

The game room

Rainy afternoon? The game room is ready with life-size Jenga, giant Connect 4, cornhole and a shelf of table games.

Kitchen with stainless gas range, granite counters and gray cabinetry

The kitchen

A fully equipped kitchen with a stainless gas range, granite counters and everything you need to cook for a full house.

Large dining table and bench seating beside a wall of windows looking over the lake

The dining table

Pull up a chair at the big table set against the windows — room for the whole group, with the lake in view through every meal.

View of the house and deck from the dock on the lake

The outdoors

Out back: a multi-level deck, fire pit, BBQ and two private docks. Push off in a kayak or the paddle boat and let the day drift.

Gallery

A closer look around the house

Walk-in tiled shower with gold fixtures and glass doors

Spacious bathroom with a gray vanity and soaking tub

Bathroom with a soaking tub and glass rainfall shower

Bathroom with a rustic gray vanity and walk-in glass shower

Bathroom with a floating wood vanity and gold round mirror

Bathroom vanity with a gold round mirror and glass shower

Walk-in glass shower with white subway tile and mosaic floor

Bathroom with a floating wood-slat vanity and round mirror

Wood-vanity bathroom with a subway-tile walk-in shower

Bunk bed beside the doorway under a sloped ceiling

Upstairs landing with a stair railing and animal art

Kids' room corner with animal canvases and cube toy storage

King bedroom with a bay window and walk-in closet

Upstairs master bedroom in soft grays with a blue throw

Queen bedroom with a wood wardrobe and accent chair

Queen bedroom with a wood wardrobe and arched mirror

Bedroom with two queen beds and a reclaimed-wood accent wall

Corner of the two-queen bedroom with a full-length mirror

Open cabinets stocked with glassware, mugs and coffee makers

Extending the leaf of the dining table by the windows

Dining table and chairs beside the lake-view windows

Kitchen with a stainless refrigerator, sink and cabinetry

Open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with the fireplace beyond

Corner lazy-Susan cabinet filled with pots and pans

Hallway with labeled WC and laundry doors

Laundry room with a white washer and dryer

Built-in alcove shelving with decor beside the fireplace

Cozy living room with a stone fireplace, sofa and accent chairs

Living room with a lit stone fireplace, sofa and mounted TV

White stone fireplace with a mounted TV and built-in shelving

Great room with a chandelier, fireplace and wood dining table

Lower-level family room with two charcoal sofas

Lower-level lounge with a charcoal sofa and woven wall art

Lower-level sitting room with a loveseat and large abstract art

Living room with a velvet sofa, swivel chairs and patio doors

Two guests paddling orange kayaks on the lake on a sunny day, with lakefront homes across the water

Aerial view of the lakefront property, decks and docks from above

Lakeside deck with lounge chairs looking out over the water

Front exterior of the lake house in winter snow

Rear exterior with the multi-level deck and pergola in winter

Amenities

Everything you'll need, and then some.

Bathroom

bathtub
hair dryer
cleaning products
shampoo
conditioner
body soap
hot water
shower gel

Bedroom & laundry

washer
dryer
hangers
bed linens
extra pillows & blankets
room-darkening shades
iron
safe
clothing storage

Entertainment

TV
life-size games

Family

crib
pack 'n play
children's books & toys
high chair
outlet covers
board games

Heating & cooling

air conditioning
gas indoor fireplace
ceiling fan
heating

Home safety

exterior security cameras
smoke alarm
CO alarm
fire extinguisher
first aid kit

Internet

wifi

Kitchen & dining

full kitchen
refrigerator
microwave
cooking basics
dishes & silverware
freezer
dishwasher
stove
oven
kettle
coffee maker
wine glasses
toaster
baking sheet
trash compactor
BBQ utensils
dining table
coffee

Location

waterfront
lake access
private entrance

Outdoor

patio/balcony
backyard
fire pit
outdoor furniture
outdoor dining
BBQ grill
kayak
boat slip
sun loungers

Parking

free parking on premises
free street parking

Services

pets allowed
breakfast provided
long-term stays (28+ days)
cleaning available during stay

Guest love

Loved by the people who stay.

Guest Favorite on Airbnb
'Exceptional' on VRBO
Superhost

The place is just as pictured: peaceful, tidy, and right on the lake. Mornings with the view and quiet evenings by the water made the whole trip feel like a real escape.

Jubayar July 2025 Airbnb

There were six of us, and the three rooms were a perfect fit with plenty of extra space to spare. The location is stunning, right on the lake, and the morning views were absolutely amazing. We had a blast using the provided kayaks and paddle boat.

Abdulqadir August 2025 Airbnb

The house had all we needed for a great week at the lake. Beautiful view, kayaks and paddle boat were great fun for the kids. Loved floating right off the dock. Highly recommend!

Pat P. August 2025 VRBO

We visited from California for a family reunion. Three levels with bedrooms and full bathrooms on each was a big draw. Each evening different cousins came to hang out because of our outdoor space as well as inside. Kayaking for teens was a bonus.

Ruth June 2025 Airbnb

Incredibly quiet and peaceful, with stunning lake views — even in winter. Conveniently accessible from Chicago, I'd love to return and experience it in the summer as well.

Indira December 2024 Airbnb

Absolutely beautiful home! Spotlessly clean. Bedrooms, bathrooms and all living spaces were perfect for our family of 6 plus dog Sparky. We loved the beautiful view of the lake and spent a lot of time playing games in the yard and on the deck.

Sharron July 2025 Airbnb

Book your stay

The lake is waiting.

Check the calendar and reserve your dates directly on Airbnb or VRBO.

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Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
10 guests max
quiet hours 10 PM–8 AM
pets allowed

Get in touch

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Questions about the house? Message us through Airbnb or VRBO.