Family friendly lake home with something for everyone. Enjoy your morning coffee on the upstairs balcony while you whip up a delicious breakfast on the Blackstone. When the most important meal of the day is complete, gather on the middle deck to plan the rest of your day. Head down to the private dock for all the water activities you could imagine from fishing to kayaking and paddleboarding. Have a boat? Bring that too! Lake Decatur is perfect for tubing and wakeboarding with the launch just across the lake. When the sun goes down, you can light up the firepit and roast hot dogs and marshmallows! Or head inside for a family friendly games like Yahtzee and Uno. Need quiet time? Snuggle up with a book from our library in front of the fireplace, or flip on the TV and catch your favorite show through Roku guest access. Maybe this is a workcation? Enjoy the view while you solve all the worlds problems. You will find something for everyone to do at our beautiful home!
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Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car recommended
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Arcade/game room
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total pets
Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in hallways
Hallway handrail height (inches): 30
Handrails in stairways
Stairway handrail height (inches): 30
Smooth flooring in public areas
9 stairs to reach property
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the lake
On the waterfront
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Water park
Water sports equipment
Kayak on site
Kayaking nearby
Theme parks nearby
Fishing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Power boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Water skiing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Recycling
Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: No more than 2 well trained dogs with paid fee. So
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Decatur, IL
What's nearby
Children's Museum of Illinois - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
What time is check-in at SUMMER LOVIN! Lakefront, firepit w/FIREWOOD, family/dog friendly, SUP, Kayak?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SUMMER LOVIN! Lakefront, firepit w/FIREWOOD, family/dog friendly, SUP, Kayak?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is SUMMER LOVIN! Lakefront, firepit w/FIREWOOD, family/dog friendly, SUP, Kayak located?
This family-friendly Decatur vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nelson Park, Children's Museum of Illinois and Overlook Adventure Park. Nelson Dog Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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This place is exceptional! The owners are very accessible, thoughtful and helpful. Cooking Thanksgiving dinner was a pleasure in their kitchen! Eating together at the beautiful dining room table was perfect. Plenty of games, puzzles, books and televisions provide fun entertainment and relaxation. We hope to return!
Our group had a great stay. We had a great time with the indoor and outdoor toys. The house was very clean and the kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed.
We loved the lake house. The house was spotless, everything we needed was there and the amenities were great. From enjoying coffee on the decks in the morning to watching the sun come up to grilling out in the evening, it was the perfect place to stay. Thank you
Beautiful and well-kept lake property with very friendly, helpful owners. Perfect location if you’re looking for a relaxing, low-key lake environment to share with friends and family. Close to stores, restaurants, and regional attractions. Interior is large but intimate, so people can have their own space without feeling isolated. Nice place to vacation for a few days!
This is the best experience I’ve had using VrBo. The owner of this property is so organized and has thought of everything we could have possibly needed for our stay. It’s a great property and has something for everyone! I would definitely stay here again.
We had a wonderful time at the Lakeside property. All the decks with great views and plenty of seating. The inside of the house was very comfortable too. Always got an immediate response from owners when asking a question.
Would love to stay again!
We had an amazing time at this VRBO on Lake Shore Decatur for our family reunion! The house was perfect for our big family, with plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy the stunning lake views from the balcony. The communication with our host was exceptional—they went above and beyond when a minor issue arose, resolving it quickly and making sure we had everything we needed for a fantastic stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and we will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend!
Beautiful accommodation on the lakefront. Good for the young in body. There were too many steps for some of the guests.
The kitchen was well stocked with the most complete utensils few households have. The interior was tastefully chosen and extremely comfortable for most age levels.
Pictures definitely don’t do this air b&b justice. Everything is so beautiful and well taken care of. Beautifully decorated. Then walk outside to the amazing few of the water on 3 different decks all with plenty on seating. We will definitely be staying here again. Love this place
We had a great time during our stay. We brought our boat and it was easy to launch and keep the boat tied up to the dock. We went tubing and on sunset cruises. Our family loved swimming right off the dock and the ladder made it easy to get out for all ages. There was plenty of room for everyone and the everything in the house was labeled which made it easy to navigate. Great family weekend!
Super spacious & very clean lake front home was the perfect relaxing oasis for our group of ladies. We had everything we needed to cook in the kitchen & there was something for everyone to enjoy the perfect weather outdoors! We loved the three separate decks & the docks for jumping into the lake & the use of the stand up paddle board and kayak! The home itself is way more spacious than the pictures show & the layout is great! We had everything we needed! The hosts were very responsive both before & during our trip with questions that we had. The app guide was very easy to use & had great information. We are definitely staying here again!
Jeannine P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jorja C.
12 March 2024
The perfect getaway!
It was an amazing experience overall! Very clean, very happy with everything that was offered including a full kitchen that had everything we needed! Owner responded super quick with any questions I or my significant other had! Loved all the lake house details and the game room downstairs was perfect for when we wanted to entertain ourselves! We will definitely be coming back in the summer to enjoy the beautiful water!
We had a wonderful stay at the Lakehouse, celebrating our daughter's 21st birthday. Wish the weather cooperated so we could have enjoyed the backyard and/or kayaked, fished, or swam ... but there's always next time - and we will for sure be back (possibly May 2025 for her graduation at Millikin!).
Thanks for sharing your home with us!
James P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah K.
19 June 2024
Wonderful home and hosts!
Wow! The hosts are fantastic at this property. You get a very detailed informative guidebook to the property before you arrive. Communication is very prompt and professional. The home was very clean and organized. Loved the labels!! It made it very easy to find things. Because of the weather and time constraints, we were unable to take advantage of the water toys. Enjoyed the indoor "pub" games. It's a lovely home, well-decorated, with beautiful lake views! Would definitely recommend!
We had a great time staying at this beautiful lake house. The property had two docks and wonderful amenities. We never really used the game room (darts, big connect 4, etc.) because we had young children and we spent most of our time outdoors. We took the kayak and paddleboard out and our kids had their first fishing experience, even catching a little fish for the first time ever. Everything was really well organized and labeled and the owners were really responsive. The house was one of the most stocked that I had ever been at with swimming towels and lots of spices and cookware/utensils in the kitchen. Only minor downside was there really wasn't an easy way to get outside to a grassy area for our dog without going up/down lots of stairs but we managed. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would definitely come back.
We (3 generations) spent a lovely, relaxing 5 days here to attend Millikin’s Spring Graduation. The house was great. Very spacious! The kitchen was stocked beyond my expectations, and the view was amazing. We SUP’d, kayaked, and fished (caught 2). I especially appreciated the Roku TV’s that automatically log you out of your accounts at the end of your stay. The house was clean, had great air flow, water pressure, etc.
A few, minor, things to mention: 1) entry to the property requires utilizing several steep steps. My father is almost 80 and had some difficulty. 2) the vanity in the downstairs bathroom needs some cosmetic repairs. 3) the decks and outdoor furniture would’ve been more enjoyable had all the cobwebs, spiders, and bird poop been swept off/washed before our arrival.
There was plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing and also plenty of shared space where we could all hang out together as a family.
A lovely home, the best we’ve stayed at over the past 4 years (we’ve rented 3 other properties & stayed at Forsyth hotels). Wish we’d found it sooner!