The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!

Top rated by guests

Large eat-in kitchen opens to living area.

Fully stocked kitchen includes indoor grill, crock pot, teapot, toaster & more!

10.0Outstanding

(46 Ratings)

"This place is sooo cute!! We had the best time ! 10/10 recommend"

Jordyn L.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Ratings)

House in Indiana

10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

Welcome to Turtles on the Wall!

A Fun, Laid-Back Lake Getaway on Lake Shafer — Optional Pontoon Available!

Freshly updated and ready for lake season, this adorable 3-bedroom, 3-bath lake home is the perfect place to gather family and friends for sun-soaked days and relaxed nights by the water. What truly sets Turtles on the Wall apart? The option to rent a pontoon boat docked right at the property, making lake life easy, fun, and unforgettable!

We love welcoming our repeat guests back for another season—and can’t wait to host new ones!

Attending an event at The Lighthouse B&B and they’re fully booked? We’re a quick 4-minute drive!

Need more space? Check out our sister property (VRBO.com/3731000), 8 houses away and sleeps 8!

Room to Relax & Recharge
Sleeps up to 10
This home features two separate living areas—perfect for spreading out or gathering together.
3 bedrooms / 3 full baths
Brand new king bed in the primary suite
New queen bed on the main level
Queen sleeper sofa plus optional cot
Smart TVs in every bedroom and both living areas
Super-fast WiFi!

Optional Pontoon Boat — Docked On-Site
Skip the hassle of off-site rentals. Our 2023 pontoon boat is docked right at the property and available to rent for guests staying at Turtles on the Wall.
$425/day non-guest
Discounted to $390/day for house guests
Additional discounts for rentals of 3+ days

Fun for All Ages
PlayStation 4
Board games
Nearly 100 DVDs

Nearby attractions include:
Indiana Beach Amusement Park (15 minutes)
Madam Carroll riverboat with live entertainment
Tippecanoe Country Club (public golf course)
Ask us about River Floats!
So much more!

Highlights/Amenities
Fresh linens, bath towels, and beach towels are provided. A washer and dryer is available with detergent, dryer sheets, and bleach included.
Pantry for plenty of food storage
Insulated cups provided to keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold!
Everything you need to cook, serve, and enjoy meals together—lake style.
Special Welcome Surprises at Check-In!

Outdoor Living = Lake Life Goals
Designed for outdoor fun and relaxation.
Large main deck with outdoor dining and seating
Propane fire table for evening conversations
Boathouse party deck with 4 chaise lounges and dining table for 6
Swim right off the boathouse with ladder access
Fishing poles and tackle provided—just bring bait
Start your mornings on the main deck or the private balcony off the primary suite.
The primary bedroom even includes a coffee bar so you can sip quietly before the day gets rolling.

Good to Know
Service dogs must be declared at booking (otherwise a $200 pet fee applies)
Home is professionally cleaned and disinfected between each guest

All pricing includes fees—no surprises or hidden costs
Whether you’re planning a family vacation, friends’ getaway, or special event weekend, Turtles on the Wall offers the comfort of home, the fun of the lake, and the rare convenience of an optional on-site pontoon.

Book now and make lake memories that last!

Amenities at The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Indiana

Nearby attractions

Fort Harrison State Park

77.2 mi

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Top rated by guests

10.0Outstanding

(46 Ratings)

"This place is sooo cute!! We had the best time ! 10/10 recommend"

Jordyn L.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Ratings)

House in Indiana

10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Map of Indiana

Nearby attractions

Fort Harrison State Park

77.2 mi

About this house rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

This place is sooo cute!! We had the best time ! 10/10 recommend

8.0 / 10.0

We had a great time staying here. The deck was amazing and renting the pontoon boat was the highlight of our stay. We were on the water for 2 days tubing and enjoying the lake. The host thought of all the small details inside and each room has its own air conditoner. The furniture and mattresses are very comfortable and the huge ktichen island was perfect for playing family games. Thick towels laid out in every room with extra towels provided. The 3 bathrooms were a plus too. This house has been renovated inside with many comforts and thoughtful upgrades. We appreciated the mostly ramps to the dock versus the many steps it could have been. Karen responded quickly and her son who also lives on the lake was available at anytime. The lake location is perfect and minutes ride from Indiana Beach, lake restaurants and stores. Karen thought of every detail and this home makes you feel at home.

10.0 / 10.0

Incredible property on Lake Shafer. Beautifully decorated. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sofa sleeper, dish washer, washer, dryer, amazing decks. TVs in every room. 2 keurig machines. Master suite had king bed with balcony. Loved all the extra amenities (k cups, makeup wipes, snores kit) We also rented their pontoon boat. Great Lake house experience. Will definitely be back next year!

10.0 / 10.0

The property was great and very comforting. Communication with Kelly was phenomenal even before I booked our trip. We rented a boat and Ryan was extremely helpful during the lesson as well as helping with extra life vests. Overall, a wonderful experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Such a great house!! The new deck is amazing. The access to the lake is incredible. The house was so comfortable and had everything we needed! We stopped at Kroger on the way to check in for supplies but didn’t end up needing half of it. The house was already stocked with amenities! Snacks and water, check. S’mores supplies, check. Bug spray, check. Air pump and tethers for our floaties, check! Plus, there was a dispenser of cold, cucumber-infused water waiting for us on the kitchen counter when we walked in. So nice and thoughtful! Kelly and Kevin are new to the hosting game and they are CRUSHING IT! Kelly was very responsive and helpful. We never had a single problem, but if we would have, I have no doubt she would have resolved it with haste and grace. This is the place to stay when visiting Monticello!

8.0 / 10.0

Our stay was wonderful! Kelly (Hostess) was in communication from the day I booked until the day we left with any questions or concerns. From the moment we walked in you could feel the coziness. We had six adults, one teenager and two six year olds and the sleeping arrangements were perfect and everyone was comfortable. There were plenty towels, wash rags, pillows, blankets and sheets. She also provided detergent, fabric softener, K cups, creamer, s'mores bar, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and propane for the big grill. The kitchen had everything you would need to cook and grill with and plenty of dishware. The bathrooms were nice and big. The patio was beautiful with so much seating and very comfy. The bottom deck was a little walk but well worth it!! We fished, sunbathed, swam and she provided a large mat that you could sit and float on. So our overall experience was a great time! Thank you Kelly for being a great Hostesses!

10.0 / 10.0

This was the best VRBO I have ever stayed in, and I have stayed in a lot of them. The host went far above most to make our stay awesome. There was nothing that was forgotten to make our stay the best possible. I will stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Everything was great. Lots of little extras. Definitely will be back and recommend to our friends and family.

10.0 / 10.0

Great place, great host

10.0 / 10.0

Exceptionally well equipped and updated lake house!Kelly and Ryan were great and responded within minutes with any questions we had. The pontoon we rented for a couple days was a lot of fun especially cruising over to the island with the small beach Ryan showed us when demonstrating the boat to us. With 3 full bathrooms and the tankless water heater we never ran out of hot water for showers. The decor, towels, dishware, bedding, kitchenware, appliances etc. are all first class. The selection of games, PlayStation, and VR helped keep my 3 toddler grandsons entertained as well as the huge flat screen TV's in every room.We're all looking forward to returning.It was a great vacation with nothing but great family memories! Who could ask for anything More?

10.0 / 10.0

This place was amazing and the hosts could not have been more accommodating! Our group had 7 people with ages ranging from 11-75 and everyone had a great time! They immediately responded to every question and even rearranged one of the living rooms to bring in a recliner for my dad to sleep in! The house is beautiful and has everything you could possibly need and more. The decks are stunning and we spent as much time as possible out there enjoying the lake views and comfy furniture. We rented the boat for a day and it was also amazing. Our 3 girls really enjoyed riding on the tube and inflatable hot dog. I cannot say enough good things about this house and the hosts. You will enjoy your stay here!

8.0 / 10.0

Kelly and Ryan were excellent hosts. Ryan was great on the introduction to the Pontoon boat. We truly enjoyed our time on the water with family and friends. The rental came with many small but thoughtful amenities that are not typical of most VRBO rentals. Weather was excellent and Kelly made sure that all of our needs were met. We will be back !

10.0 / 10.0

Quaint lake house with everything you need and more!

10.0 / 10.0

We were really impressed with the property and the owner was very helpful and great to work with. We had lots of fun and enjoyed the lake. We really appreciated all of the extras that they provided! Would definitely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

We love your property! Thank you so much for having us. The lake is so relaxing - we swam in it everyday! The pontoon boat was so fun, and it was so convenient that we could rent the boat right there! Ryan was great giving us the boat tour & showing us the sandbar! Communication with Kelly was wonderful! We loved all the extras - snacks, s'mores, stuff for Mr. Boots etc. This house has everything you need & more! We will be back❤️

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful scenery, NATURE OH HOW I LOVE YOU, Fishing, boating, nice restaurants, and nature what more can you ask for?! This was our second stay here and im hoping for 3- 4 - 5❤️ Kelly has thought of everything from kitchen utensils to pans to yes! Paper plates!! 🤣 Bc who wants to do dishes on vacation? Not me Until next sumemr🌞 Beautiful Lake House

10.0 / 10.0

Very nice Lake House. Very nice ammenaties. Owner returns an item we left. Very pleasent experience.

10.0 / 10.0

host was great. house was roomy and comfortable. boat dock was convenient. visit was awesome

10.0 / 10.0

Extremely clean and very nice property. The boat was great and all of the decks were lovely. The house was very well stocked and we were surprised by all of the extras like water bottles and s'mores ingredients that were included. Owners were exceptional. We had a great time as three generations having a lot of fun and also a lot of peaceful relaxation. We are already looking to book again next summer.

10.0 / 10.0

A wonderful experience with very nice property owners. Keli was super thoughtful with all the finishing touches. The kids loved playing in the water, huge hit!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Nice visit. Great pontoon boat

10.0 / 10.0

Kellie and her son Kyle (property manager) were top-notch in every aspect. This was probably our favorite vacation rental of all time! From contacting us ahead of time and answering all our questions as we packed, to being flexible about our check-in time (we were running late), to helping us find things at the house without delay (answered texts quickly). The house is completely stocked with EVERYTHING you might need. We walked in to water bottles and ice already in the fridge/freezer. The kitchen had a huge array of dishes (crock pot, casserole dishes, baking sheets, tons of silverware, cleaners and adequate paper products - several rolls of paper towels). My family loved the smores kit they left for us - we cooked them over the propane fire pit on the back deck! The rooms were cozy and very clean. Bath towels were fluffy and numerous, they even provided beach towels. They had bug spray and sunscreen, shampoo and soap, extra razors, mouthwash and q-tips. They had wide selection of games, cards, coloring books, toys and bubbles for our 5 year-old grandson. Back deck was brand new with seating for 10 at tables and 4 more chairs at the firepit. We were all inside on a rainy day (14 people with family visiting) -plenty of room to spread out with 10 bar stools and 2 couches and big sectional (sleeper sofa - quite comfy). Master suite upstairs had small balcony overlooking the back deck, perfect for reading and lake-gazing. Pontoon rental easy and fun. Hope to return!!

10.0 / 10.0

Kelly and Ryan were amazing hosts. Always responsive and checking in on us. This house was so clean and so stocked. We definitely overpacked. We were so impressed with all the amenities - even the little things that many VRBOs only get you started - plenty of shampoo, soap, garbage bags, toilet paper you name it, we couldn’t find something that was missing. The boat was also so fun - our kiddos loved tubing on the lake. Also a plus is the ramp leading down to the lake - not too many stairs. Outside and inside - lots of thought went into the details to make your stay very comfortable.

10.0 / 10.0

Great Customer Service - Any time there was a question, the host was very responsive. The lake house was well stocked and the rooms were comfy. The pontoon was a nice addition to our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

We couldn’t ask for a better family vacation! Kelly and Ryan were phenomenal with communication and making sure our stay was perfect. The house was clean and stocked with anything you would need. They truly paid attention to every detail to ensure guests would have a great time. We also rented the boat which is a must! So much fun!!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Our family enjoyed this cute place with lots of character. Everything was thought of to ensure our family had a good time. Communication was great with quick responses every time. This is the first time we took our dog with us

10.0 / 10.0

The hosts went the extra mile to make our stay great! Every detail was thought of. The house was very clean & very well stocked. We had such a great time & would absolutely stay here again.

10.0 / 10.0

Words cannot define how awesome the host was at this property. She went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. All of the extras made us feel special. One of our guest forgot her toothbrush. They had some there for that reason. The kitchen was stocked with spices. The boat came with all the fun floats. The beds were so comfy. The communication was great. The host checked in with us via text to make sure everything was good.

10.0 / 10.0

Family met to celebrate engagement of our oldest son

10.0 / 10.0

We had a wonderful stay. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed with everything we could need, including foil. We made use of the many containers for storage as well as pots and pans, and serving trays. There were many little extras that we didn't take advantage of but my sister appreciated the sugar packets for her coffee in the morning. Plenty of space for 6 adults. The sunsets are lovey across the lake. Mornings were quiet and peaceful! Would happily stay again!

10.0 / 10.0

This property exceeded our expectations! The owners have thought of everything and even greeted us with fresh, chilled cucumber water and snacks. The view of the lake was beautiful. If we ever go back to the area we would stay again! Communication with the owner was very simple and friendly!

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect. Our son’s wedding was at a venue just minutes away. The house provided a place where we were able to relax, have breakfast with extended family, relax on the deck in the evening. Host was very responsive and accommodating to our needs. They have done a nice job with good attention to many of the details that make the whole experience pleasant.

10.0 / 10.0

Great house to spend a long weekend at. We had a rather large group and our dogs but still had plenty of room. Many nice touches throughout the house and super comfy beds with lots of pillows. Nice to have access to the pontoon boat as well. We rented it for a couple days and the kids had a blast at the sandbar and cruising the lake. The price was also much cheaper than renting at other places we looked. Kelly was very accommodating and easy to work with for our stay. She checked in a few times via text to make sure everything was good. Would love to get back there again if we get a chance.

10.0 / 10.0

We had the a wonderful stay. House was fully stocked, great comfy beds and pillows! We will definitely be back! Having a boat on hand was a great bonus Kelly and Ryan were great and easy to communicate with. Tammy

10.0 / 10.0

From the moment we walked in the door we were blown away! So many details and added comforts to make guests feel welcome and cozy. You will only need to pack a bag of clothes and some food because everything else has been taken care of by the most gracious hosts ever! They even thought of our dogs w their own bed and bowls and a welcome sign! We rented the offered boat which was the nicest we’ve rented. I could go on and on but you really should just go see for yourself! We will be back! Thank you so much Kelly, Kevin and Ryan for all you’ve done to this beautiful lake house to make guests feel at home and have a perfect lake vacation!

10.0 / 10.0

There was a new dèck built just before our stay! Alot more seating outside with the new deck! Absolutely beautiful view on a quiet street. The house was so stocked i was impressed very much!! My kids Absolutely loved the lake! We took the boat out for a day and well now were looking to buy one because we all loved it so much!!!!!! I forgot my fishing pole but we did see alot of others doing some fishing. The wildlife was top notch the day we left. I saw a doe and her baby, lots of hawks and my favorite bird a red headed woodpecker!!!❤️ A very updated house for a great price point!!! 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

10.0 / 10.0

Our trip to lake Shaffer was awesome. The house and the owners exceeded our expectations. The owners had well stocked kitchen, bathrooms, and indoor activities for rainy days. We enjoyed the outdoor deck views of the lake during the day and fire table at night! We would definitely make the trip back to this vacation rental again!!!

10.0 / 10.0

I was super happy with our experience. The home was extremely clean. It was very home-like. So many utensils in the kitchen for cooking. Even the little stuff like extra toiletries was all provided. The check in process was easy and the dock was gorgeous. The home looks even better in person. It was truly an amazing stay for the whole family!

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed for 3 nights with three teenage boys. The house was perfect with more amenities than we expected. The large kitchen and two family rooms allowed plenty of space for all of us. The large deck with table top fire place looking over the lake was a perfect to hang out in the evening. It was spotless and well prepared for a great experience. Having the pontoon to rent during our stay was the perfect for us to fish and enjoy the beautiful weather. It felt like home away from home!

10.0 / 10.0

Our stay at this lovely property was amazing. We've stayed at a number of rentals none match the attention to detail of this place!!! Kelly and Ryan were very responsive and extremely helpful!!! We truly loved our stay!!!

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon! pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Amenities at The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!

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Reasons to book

Map of Indiana

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About this house rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Lake House Everyone Wants w/two decks, great amenities & optional Pontoon!?

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