Is The Hoosier Lake House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is The Hoosier Lake House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Monroe and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fairfax State Recreation Area and The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe. Fourwinds Marina and Bloomington Speedway are also within 6 miles (10 km).

The Hoosier Lake House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

28 Apr 2025

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

Beautiful Lake House

The house was spacious and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. The only downsides were the grill had not yet been replaced so we had to bring our own and towels needed to be washed, dried, and put in a hamper that I was unable to locate before you left. The property is peaceful but close enough to Bloomington to go out to eat. If you are planning a trip to lake Monroe it is an excellent home base.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

19 May 2025

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

60th anniversary family weekend

We wanted to treat our parents for their 60th wedding anniversary. They are 80 so we wanted quiet and plenty of room. This house was PERFECT! 11 of us stayed comfortably and were able to spread out and hang out together when we wanted to. We cooked a large dinner for them and everything we needed they had available. We loved the beautiful deck where you can see the lake, listen to birds and watch for wildlife. They have books everywhere, organized and tidy. My parents were thrilled to look through them. So nostalgic. The host was responsive and helpful. We hope to make this a yearly tradition. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!! I can’t say enough wonderful things!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

14 May 2023

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

Hoosier House

Great place, would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyman W.

11 Jul 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place for family

Everything went great very nice place to visit with family. The Winkleys

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noraleen Y.

2 Oct 2023

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

Family wedding in the area

It was close to Eagle Pointe but tucked away to make you feel like had left the rest of the world behind. Great location and worked wonderfully for our family. Even the 10 month old enjoyed exploring. Erin was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

19 Mar 2023

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

Had a blast!

Had a really nice time being able to get out of the house and spend time with my friends and a place I felt very cozy and close to my own home. Vacationing sometimes can not be easy so it’s nice to have had our vacation go smoothly

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

19 Apr 2024

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

Quiet getaway located in remote forest.

This was a relaxing vocation me and my family took together. The house is spacious and very interesting. I love how the house stayed exactly the way it was left. I enjoyed hearing the families background and how it stayed in the family. An amazing overall experience

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jill T.

19 May 2023

Liked: Listing accuracy

Spacious property

Could use to be a bit cleaner

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean Ann B., United States

4 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful

Our family had a wonderful time for our Labor Day weekend. This house was wonderful, interesting, and welcoming. Everywhere you turn there are interesting places. Would highly recommend this home if you are wanting nature and quiet. We saw several deer. That’s for sharing your home with others

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

ANITA A.

26 May 2025

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

Good Stay

We (spouse, several family members and friends) were in Bloomington for our son's wedding and needed space for 10. This house fit the bill. The area is beautiful and quiet; a nice retreat after all of the wedding festivities. House is older and looks like it has had additions/renovations along the way. It fit our needs for the long weekend.Suggestions: if you allow up to 10 people to stay overnight, provide enough place settings for 10 people. Please do something about the lighting in the kitchen-it felt like a cave and I had to use a flashlight to check whether meat was done. (The light under the microwave doesn't work and there is no under-counter lighting.) The special tub was more a hindrance than a benefit. No one wanted to use it-young or old (we had 1 less than 2 years and one well into her 90s.)Also, not a fan of coming into a rental and having to unload someone else's dishes/not a fan of having to wash/dry towels before we could leave. No problem starting a load of towels/dishes but if you charge a cleaning fee, the cleaning person should be taking care of unloading/washing/drying.The "expert trail" doesn't seem to be a trail at all; but then, we weren't sure where it was. Maybe a little explanation as to where to look. The outside of the house could use a clean up. A broken pick-axe, old chair, and a few other things were just sitting out in the area near the house. It really detracts from the natural beauty.Would I stay again? Maybe? Probably?

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

6 Sept 2023

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

Hoosier Lakehouse Review

This property is beautiful and relaxing. Even the pictures online can't do full justice to the incredible scenery. We were all impressed with the setting, and the views from inside and out are nothing short of breathtaking. The house itself proved very comfortable for seven adults over a 3 day span. And I cannot sing enough praises about our host--she was kind-hearted and courteous. Even when we had a question about some lighting after 9pm, she got back to us within about 5 minutes. Absoultely above and beyond! It truly felt like we were guests in a cherished family home, and I would absolutely recommend this destination to any groups or families. I imagine it is especially beautiful in autumn.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY C.

13 Jul 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Already booked again

My family—six adults, two children, baby on the way—take a short trip every year. We usually stay in one of the very nice cabins between Bloomington and Nashville, but wanted something closer to the lake. There was a MAJOR issue with the cleaning service, but Erin, the property owner, was quick to respond and helped save our vacation from being ruined. And the cleaning service offered to come out while we were there to make up for it (we declined). I’m rating it as 5 stars because the house itself was perfect and just what we needed. I’m rating the house alone, because giving this property a bad rating based on the cleaning company’s negligence wouldn’t be accurate. Looking forward to staying again, but hoping the cleaning service is on their game next time!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Alicia P.

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Lake House surprise

1st time renting . Didn’t expect to have to clean my own towels or coffees pots etc… thought that’s what the cleaning fee was for. Having a late check in and early checkout is unfortunate. But the house is beautiful. There is no path to the lake but there is a beautiful view. And the host is very nice about helping and trying to make your stay as good as possible. Seemed like everyone needed to go to sleep at the same time because of the lack of insulation inside the house. Also the bathtub doesn’t drain properly and we had a huge water problem in the basement which had obviously happened before. In the end we paid a lot of money between parties( verbo, the home owner, cleaning etc..) for this place and being a 1st timer kinda left a bad taste in my mouth. But it is beautiful and the host was very kind and thoughtful she really did try to make thing’s as good as possible. There are lots of kitchen amenities, outdoor chairs and firewood. which I would have know about also.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Michele P.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great for a group

The Hoosier Lake House accommodated us well for a long weekend with my husband, three grown kids & their spouses & two grandsons & one German Shepherd. We appreciated having enough bedrooms and the extra living space in the basement. The house is well-stocked with supplies and beds were comfortable; however, the lighting, especially in the kitchen is inadequate and only a lantern in the laundry room makes it difficult to use. The view from the main living room is great and we loved the quiet setting. We were disappointed to not have access to the "private beach," which was a main selling point for us when we booked the house. We expected the path to be an "expert hike" and not for kids (as the listing suggests), but we learned the day before our stay that it had not been cleared this summer and we didn't want to risk getting poison ivy. It also took almost 24 hours for the house (excluding the basement) to cool down to 70 degrees, which was not ideal. And the outdoor space was not exactly as pictured; although the Blackstone grill was nice. Would recommend renting a boat for the day from Four Winds - that was a great experience and Fairfax Beach was nice for an afternoon in the sun. Erin was very responsive, even when the power went out (due to a storm) in the early morning hours.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti T., Indianapolis

28 May 2023

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

Wonderful place to stay!

My family and I enjoyed our stay at this very comfortable and unique lakehouse. We found the home to be set up for maximum comfort. It was clean, well stocked with linens and towels, kitchen cookware and dinnerware, and even basic toiletries for us in the bathroom.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

17 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful

Located close to four winds resort. This house was beautiful and spacious with room for everyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

21 Mar 2022

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

Stretch out, relax, and enjoy an idyllic getaway

It’s rare to find a place that meets the needs of the entire family, but this place did just that. Grandparents felt right at home, kids had lots of room inside and out to roam and play, and wife and I enjoyed the decked out kitchen and peaceful views. Everyone enjoyed just how cozy and comfortable everything felt. We all felt like we could have stayed several extra days (it’d even be a great place to get snowed in!) Something about the Hoosier Lakehouse connects in a way like a second home would, and that’s rare indeed. One perk that can’t be stressed enough, it really is in just the right spot. It’s only a short trip to get out to hiking in Hoosier National, fishing (their private dock or the lake), boating, or downtown Bloomington. The only thing we needed more of was time. In short, if you want space, comfort, location and peace, then the Hoosier Lakehouse is for you. It’s clean, well managed, and the owners are great with communication, but really it’s an total package that can’t be beat!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

lora p.

21 Feb 2022

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

lovely house in the woods

very nice February weekend. We enjoyed the backyard birds, exploring the ravine and creek, geode hunting, and the fireplace.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

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