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Clinton Lake Vacation Rentals.Charlie’s Lakeside Cottage!! Beautiful lake views!

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Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Weldon, IL
  • Place, Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, North Fork Trailhead
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Dewitt County Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Clinton Lake Vacation Rentals.Charlie’s Lakeside Cottage!! Beautiful lake views!

Cozy little lakeside cottage with AMAZING views of beautiful Clinton lake. Set on the front deck and listen to all the sounds of nature while watching all the activity on the lake!! What a great place to unwind. Serene and private setting. This peaceful country property will allow you to unwind and forget about all your worries of everyday life. Custom kitchen cabinets with quartz counter tops and an island large enough to seat 12. The kitchen is the front of the cottage so everyone can enjoy the view while cooking, dining or playing games. One bedroom and bathroom are found on main level and the remaining beds andsecond bedroomsre found in the walkout basement. This cottage is one you will book again and again.

We have plenty of boat trailer parking on the property. The property to the West is private property but feel free to park your boat outside the fence on either side of drive or backed in by dumpster. The yard is not fully fenced in.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Clinton Lake State Recreation Area. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 2.6 miles (4.2 km) from Clinton Lake State Recreation Area and 8.1 miles (13 km) from North Fork Trailhead
As a guest of Clinton Lake Vacation Rentals.Charlie’s Lakeside Cottage!! Beautiful lake views!, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Clinton Lake Vacation Rentals.Charlie’s Lakeside Cottage!! Beautiful lake views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Will stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a 3rd year at the cottage - great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time staying at Charlie's Cottage...hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place. Very clean and well stocked. View was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ms. Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive prior to and during the visit. The house held 7 adults (4 families) comfortably. The decor was cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne A.

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

Great Place

Great place, very clean, wife liked all the decorations, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne A.

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

Great Place

Repeat renter of this property, clean, well stocked, great location and decor. Owners are responsive and accommodating. If I visit the area again, this will be my first choice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Staycation close to the lake

We had a wonderful time staying close to home & having easy access to the lake. Great views of the lake from the porch. The house was clean & modernized & equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

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

amazing place

I loved the views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOE S.

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

Great place

Love the view and afternoon shade to sit and enjoy the view!! Everything is as seen perfect best place we have stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Fishin trip

House was excellent plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

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

Family/Friends Weekend

This place has everything you need. The view of the lake is amazing and the close proximity to the marina very convenient. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase C.

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

Gorgeous property!

This place was super cozy and comfortable! Close to the lake and a fantastic place to stay. 😁
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KARI J.

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

Great Place

Very nice place to relax and unwind! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the house. It was so interesting with the decor. Every time you look you can see something different in the same rooms. The first night it rained constantly but we were cozy and comfortable. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith m.

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

Reunion

Everything we needed peaceful quiet very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we wanted. House was more than we expected. Laid out perfectly and amenities were abundant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Weekend getaway

Cottage has an amazing view of the lake and only 5 minutes from the marina. We had fun in the sun and would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James c.

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

Nice retreat

Was at Clinton Lake for a sailing event. The location and setting was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great Getaway for Family Time

The deck and kitchen area are perfect for gathering with friends and family. Weather wasn't great for a fire at the firepit. View is awesome and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Couldn’t have been any better

Charlie’s cottage was like home away from home our stay couldn’t have been any better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Great place for friends to gather

Convenient location next to a gorgeous lake. The town is nearby if you need anything. The house is well furnished. We would happily return to this gem of a spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Beautiful Stay!

We took our family here for the weekend to celebrate our engagement. It was beautifully set up and decorated! Loved all the thoughtful touches! Easiest to-do checkout I’ve ever had with a VRBO, too! Would stay at again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megin C.

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

Girls Trip

Coziest cottage with a perfect view of the lake! Everything was so clean, comfy blankets, beds for everyone & check-in was painless. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Quick family getaway

Beautiful property, with everything you need provided. Hosts are super responsive and very gracious. We will return
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025