Brian & Teresa
meet
Welcome to our cozy riverfront cottage, located in Northern Indiana!
We're Brian and Teresa, passionate travelers who are excited to share our little slice of paradise with you. Enjoy a year-round escape filled with plenty of activities, from exploring nature trails to relaxing by the St. Joseph River.
Come unwind and create unforgettable memories with your friends & family.
Amenities
Take a break and unwind at this peaceful River Cottage. Sit on the porch swing and watch Amish buggies go by. Sit in the back yard and enjoy a refreshing drink in front of the fire pit while watching wildlife. We have deer, birds and other wildlife to enjoy.
Bedroom & Launry
Free washer – In unit
Free dryer – In unit
Essentials
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Hangers
Bed linens
Egyptian cotton linens
Extra pillows and blankets
Room-darkening shades
Iron
Clothing storage: closet
Parking & Facilities
Free driveway parking on premises – 4 spaces
Single level home
No stairs in home
Services
Pets allowed
Assistance animals are always allowed
Luggage drop-off allowed
For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Long term stays allowed
Allow stay for 28 days or more
Self check-in
Keypad
Check yourself into the home with a door code
Housekeeping available 2 hours a day, every day - available at extra cost
Internet & Office
Wifi
Bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Cleaning products
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Hot water
Shower gel
Heating & Cooling
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Central heating
Location Features
Waterfront
Right next to a body of water
Private entrance
Separate street or building entrance
Entertainment
55 inch HDTV with Amazon Prime Video
Disney+
Fire TV
HBO Max
Hulu
Netflix
Sound system
Kitchen & Dining
Space where guests can cook their own meals
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cooking basics
Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
Dishes and silverware
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
Freezer
Electric stove
Stainless steel double oven
Coffee maker: drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee machine
Wine glasses
Toaster
Baking sheet
Blender
Coffee
Outdoor
Patio or balcony
Private backyard
An open space on the property usually covered in grass
Fire pit
Home Safety
Exterior security cameras on property outside on garage and Driveway for Security
Smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Access to storm shelter
Local Attractions
Year round activities for everyone to enjoy.
No matter what brings you to our neck of the woods, Northern Indiana has a wide variety of local attractions for your and your family to check out. From exploring the great outdoors, great dining, and checking out tourist hot spots like Shipshewana, there's so many options in every season.
Sports Enthusiast
Notre Dame Game
Looking for something fun to do while in town? Cheer on the Fighting Irish! Whether it's for football, basketball, hockey, volleyball, our team is the best! GO IRISH!
Nature Enthusiast
Bonneyville Mill Park
Built in 1837, Bonneyville Mill is the oldest continuously operating grist mill in Indiana. It is the most photographed destination spot in Elkhart County.
More info HERE.
History Enthusiast
Amish Community in Shipshewana
Shipshewana & LaGrange County are known as a one-of-a-kind destination for visitors to experience the simplicity of Amish culture as well as the delicious foods and quality products they produce.
More info HERE.
Food Enthusiast
Restaruant Here
Amish-style cooking at its finest – crisp broasted chicken, real mashed potatoes with rich homemade gravy, bread dressing, and made-from-scratch pie! Das Dutchman Essenhaus, since 1971.
More info HERE.
Theatre Enthusiast
Fall Show Lineup
Beginning nearly 70 years ago, there was Elkhart Little Theatre. Little theatres, literally “little theatres” with small memberships and small venues, had grown up all over the US during the depression. Check out a local show!
More info HERE.
Travel Enthusiast
RV Museum & Hall of Fame
Their mission is to recognize, preserve, and honor the history, pioneers, and individuals who have been instrumental in making the Recreational Vehicle and Manufactured Housing industries what they are today. Check out RV's built locally!
More info HERE.
Our Home's History
The story behind the rock
This cottage was built by the original homeowner for his family in 1940.
A prominent feature of the property is a large rock that was previously situated at the end of the driveway. This rock served as a landmark for the family; historically, their daughter, Mary, used it as a seat while waiting for the school bus each morning.
We honored this landmark by moving the rock to the backyard, at the entrance to the trail leading to the river.
Today, Mary lives next door with her daughter and her daughter's family.
