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Serene Porch Retreat Amidst Hoosier National Forest near Patoka Lake

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A wooden sign with the word 'SERENITY' mounted on a tree, surrounded by a flower bed with red flowers and green foliage.
A single-story house with a gabled roof, large windows, and a stone foundation.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bedroom.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a plaid sofa, a red armchair, a dining table with patterned chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a red armchair, a small round table, and a wicker chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4576 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Taswell, IN
  • Place, Patoka Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, French Lick Casino
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Holiday World and Splashin' Safari
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taswell

When you stay at this cottage in Taswell, you'll be steps from Patoka Lake. .This cottage is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Hoosier National Forest and 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from Newton-Stewart State Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Patoka Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • French Lick Casino - 49 min drive - 34.7 miles
  • French Lick Springs Hotel - 50 min drive - 34.9 miles
  • Big Splash Adventure - 51 min drive - 35.6 miles
  • Holiday World and Splashin' Safari - 59 min drive - 49.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Patoka Lake Pub 'N' Grub - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Cottage Inn Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Place - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Wickliffe Plaza - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Rodeo - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serene Porch Retreat Amidst Hoosier National Forest near Patoka Lake

Nestled within a tranquil lake community in the Hoosier National Forest, Cabin 2 offers a cozy retreat for nature lovers. This one bed room haven features a queen-sized bed, a convertible sofa bed in the living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a full bathroom with a shower. The cabin's living space is complemented by ample windows that frame the surrounding natural beauty. Enjoy the serenity on the screened porch, complete with a large fan for those still summer days. Although close to Patoka Lake, the cabin's summer views are forest-rich. Their are NO Groomed trails to the lake The hiking trails are a shot 25 minute drive. with many to chose from, some on the national register of must hike trails. Enjoy the pristine lake where in a natural state with only a few man made structures. Making smores over the fire pit while enjoying the night skies can create memories to keep a lifetime.

• pets are welcome
• Quiet hours start at 10 PM; no noise is permitted after this time.
• Fires are only allowed in fire pits and must be extinguished with water.
• Guests are responsible for bringing their own charcoal for the barbecue grill.
• Television, smart Tv. streaming
• There is Wi-Fi available.
• NO Smoking inside the cabins.
.Their are No walking trails to the lake.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free cottage features games, a video library, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include water skiing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 576 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We are a lake side community many family's live he
This is not a party cabin. Quite time starts at 10 pm
Fires only in fire pit. No fires to be left alone.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: NO PETS TO BE LEFT ALONE IN CABIN

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Serenitycabinspatoka 2 Taswell
Serenitycabinspatoka Lake #2 Cottage
Serenitycabinspatoka Lake #2 Taswell
Serenitycabinspatoka Lake #2 Cottage Taswell

Serene Porch Retreat Amidst Hoosier National Forest near Patoka Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is an excellent getaway spot. The cabin is very clean and Tim was an excellent host. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, Beautiful area. Cottage was clean, host very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean, great location and Tim was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Cabin was perfect for our anniversary trip - clean, easy to get to and in the perfect location to be able to enjoy all the lake has to offer. Would recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Great place to stay Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tim was a fantastic host and the pictures do not do this cabin enough justice - it is an awesome little cabin. We could've stayed much longer than 2 days and definitely hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen & E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If you are looking for a quiet serene place to stay off the beating track & love nature, thithe stay

Very clean owner was very nice & knowledgeable of the area. Rate this 5 star place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trinity r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this spot, thought it was so much better than the pictures. Absolutely beautiful, very remote. Make sure to pack all essentials, you are in the woods up against the lake so bugs are a given. Has a fire pit in the back to enjoy. Although there’s other houses near by it still felt very private which was nice. My dog loved this place, got out the car and got zoomies instantly. We have family near this place and plan to rebook for future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cabin

We loved the cabin perfect for the two of us. Quiet location the cabin had everything we needed. We definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little place! Very clean! Very nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We definetly loved being close to the lake and having a very nice and quiet place to ourselves, the cabin had everything you could need. Awsome time, will DEFINETLY return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Mel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Great place for 2-4 guys looking to have a good fishing trip and somewhere to bunk for the night!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danyel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity Cabin

The cabin is clean and has everything you'd need for a stay. The owner, Tim, was very friendly. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend Serenity Cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karwn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Comfy, clean and reasonably priced. Also, Tim is a really nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine. Host was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Sweet little cabin that was very neat and clean. Perfect for two people to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael G D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, tidy, and completely enjoyable!

My cousin and I rented for two nights. The price was right, the location was right, and the host was very personable and cooperative. Perfect little weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

short stay

My husband and I stayed with our dog cooper. The cabin was cute and well furnished. The bed was comfortable and kitchen/bath also well furnished. We went hiking at area trails and they were lovely. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hope L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, nice clean cabin

We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful

We had an amazing time. This is a beautiful quiet and peaceful place. Tim is absolutely amazing and very helpful in giving you details about the area. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Fantastic, phenomenal, wonderful and any other synonym you want to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly host. Quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect!

This is a beautiful cabin. Quiet and peaceful setting. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grove D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Great host. No issues and very close to the boat ramp. Hope to make it back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023