The Ice House

Relax at this timeless and tranquil cottage with all the modern amenities, 10 feet from the lake, a short walk to the Pumpkinvine Trail, and one mile from downtown Shipshe. Off the beaten path, but close to the action. Traveling to the area with a party of 14? Book the Ice House and Hummingbird Cottage, one house over. 2024: The lake is having issues with weeds so there is no swimming or boating. If you’re looking for a stay with lake activities, this may not be the house for you. The space This cozy cottage has everything you need to comfortably sleep 6 guests, or 7 if someone takes the couch. The house was "built" in 1900 but consisted of four walls, a roof and a floor, until it was "finished" in 2016, so it's basically new construction. Yes it has a furnace, water heater and every other feature of a new, modern house! Today's zoning setback rules dictate that you build your house at least 40 feet from the lake, but since this house predated those rules, it's about 10 paces from the lake. 2024 update: The lake is having issues with weeds so there is no swimming or boating. If you’re looking for a stay with lake activities, this may not be the house for you. The cottage is well insulated and is virtually sound-proof, and has central air and a high-efficiency furnace. The roomy bathroom features a generous marble-top vanity, glass shower, separate tub, and plenty of oversized plush towels. The kitchen features every amenity - microwave, disposal, reverse osmosis drinking faucet, ample cabinet space, full size refrigerator and gas stove, with granite countertops, as well as keurig and drip coffee maker. The small bunk room has an Ikea bunkbed, which is bolted to the wall. There is a closet as well. All dressers and the stove are also fastened to the wall for safety, and the entire house features cordless blinds, also for safety. The larger interior bedroom features a queen bed and a large closet. The bedroom facing the lake doubles as a sitting room with loveseat and chair, or a sleeping room, with fold-out murphy bed. This room also features a closet. The living room features a comfy couch, leather rocker, and small couch that folds out to a small bed. There is free wifi, a TV, DVD player and a selection of DVDs, puzzles and games. A 20-foot deck spans the width of the house, facing the lake, and there's a firepit between the deck and the lake. There are bluegill and crappe close to shore, if you brought your fishing pole. 2024 Update: the lake is having issues with weeds this year. It is being treated, but it's not a quick fix. Boating is not really an option, and Shipshe Lake has never been a swimming lake; it is more of a fishing and bird-watching lake, and it's known for its beautiful sunsets. Guest access Entire house