Lakefront Cottage For Rent: Lake Wawasee -- Pier 121 11524 North Sunrise Drive, Syracuse, IN Ammenities Rental Rates & Availability Lease Agreement Download Floorplan Checklist Directions

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Next Availability for Sun & Fun: - Sept weeks: $1800/week - Rent by day (2 day min) or week - See detailed availability below Ammenities This cottage provides guests with both lake frontage (50 feet frontage) and a back lot with channel frontage (36'). Located on a private drive with limited vehicle traffic, which is ideal for families with children, or for those who prefer a more peaceful stay at the lake. The cottage is single story with no stairs to climb for access to the lake. It has four bedrooms and sleeps 8 people comfortably (in beds). The cottage furnishings are clean and in good working condition. The property has a large swimming & wading area with a sandy lake bottom. The lakefront shore has a concrete seawall and pier at ground level. Wading depths range from 16" at the seawall to 36" at the end of the 100 ft pier. Enjoy the cool lake breezes and warm summer sun while relaxing on the lakefront pier, which is over 100 feet long with a 12 ft x 12 ft sitting area at the end of the pier. With its orignal kitchen cabinets, countertop, oven, screen doors, and screened porch, Pier 121 has the charm of a vintage lake cottage, but with many modern amenities. The cottage is fully furnished, however guests provide their own bed sheets and pillow cases. Other key features include: Front Cottage: 3 bedrooms sleep 6 people; 1 bathroom (w/ tub/shower) BR#1: 2 twin beds BR#2: 2 twin beds BR#3: 1 double bed Cottage Addition (connected to front cottage by covered walkway):1 bedroom (2 twin beds) sleeps 2 people;1 bathroom (w/shower) All bedrooms have chest of drawers, chair, pillows, & blankets Kitchen: table & 6 chairs, gas range, refrigerator/freezer (w/ ice trays), microwave oven, toaster, blender, crock pot, coffee pot, dishes, & utensils Living Room: TV (25") with remote control, cable TV, VCR with remote control Conditioned well water (water softener / iron filter) & city sewer Central air conditioning, gas furnace & hot water heater for cottage and cottage addition Clothes washer and dryer located in cottage addition Screened Porch facing lake with picnic table, 2 rocking chairs Patio facing lake with 6 lawn chairs, 2 small tables, and portable gas grill Swimming & wading off lake pier with sandy lake bottom Lake pier: 100 feet long x 4 feet wide with 12' x 12' platform at the end of the pier. Water depth is approximately 30" deep at end of pier. Lakefront pier is removed on October 1. Channel pier (16 feet long x 4 feet wide) is installed all year. Water depth is approximately 36", which is ideal for docking and storing most boats, especially on busy weekends. Outside parking availability: maximum of 6 cars & 4 boat trailers Includes utilities for gas, electric, sewer, trash pick-up (1/week), local phone service, cable TV, & lawn maintenance. Smoke detectors near bedrooms & fire extinguisher in kitchen closet Vacuum cleaner & some kitchen/bath cleaning supplies. Ironing board and iron. DSL wireless internet access. Room Sizes: Front Cottage: BR#1: 12' x 14' BR#2: 9' x 10' BR#3: 8' x 9' Bathroom: 8' x 8' w/tub shower Kitchen: 10' x 10' Living Room: 15' x 12' Porch: 20' x 10' Cottage Addition: BR: 10' x 8' Laundry: 8' x 8' Bath: 8' x 8' w/ shower RETURN TO TOP Rental Rates & Availability Pier 121 Lake Wawasee Reservations: Tel: 419-215-3874 email: mmessmer@novavisioninc.com Multiple week rentals are recommended because: a. Guests are assured of getting more good weather to enjoy the lake. b. A longer stay allows guests to enjoy the lake at a more relaxed pace. Availability dates subject to change without notice. Only a cash deposit guarantees your reservation Rates shown below assume 8 people (adults & children combined) staying overnight; if more than 8 people, add $35.00/person/week For Prime Time Rentals 2009: - the minimum rental is a week - the week begins at 6 pm on Friday; check out time is 12 pm the following Friday Partial week rentals in Prime Time are considered if time is available 3 weeks before arrival (two-night minimum rental).	Living Room
	Kitchen: seats 6
	Bedroom #1: 2 twin beds
	Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
	Bedroom 3: one double bed
	Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds
	Main Bathroom with tub/shower
	Laundry Room & Bathroom with shower
	Porch with picnic table (seats 8) and 2 rocking chairs

 

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2008 & 2009 SEASON

AVAILABILITY STATUS LAST UPDATE: Sept 1, 2008

If you cannot find the available dates you want at Pier 121, please let me know. I can put your name on my "standby" list for possible cancellations. Also, I know other owners who rent cottages at Lake Wawasee and perhaps we can help you find another rental cottage for this year.......Mike Messmer

BEGIN DATE	WEEKLY RENT (7 nites)	WEEKEND MINIMUM RENTAL (Days of the Week are Lower) (2 nites)	Comments or Special Events	AVAILABILITY STATUS
2008:
Sept 5*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Sept 12*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Sept 19*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Sept 26*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Oct Weeks	$1100	$600	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
2009:
May 1*	$900	$550	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
May 8*	$900	$550	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
May 15*	$950	$550	+$150/night for 3rd night
May 22 Mem Day	$1200		Memorial Day: May 25, Monday	Open
May 29	$1400			Open
June 5	$1700	n/a		Open
June 12	$2000	n/a		Open
June 19	$2200	n/a		Open
June 26	$2400	n/a		Open
July 3	$2500	n/a	Wawasee Fireworks July 4; Syracuse Fireworks July 5 ?	Open
July 10		n/a		RENTED (SB)
July 17		n/a		RENTED (SB)
July 24		n/a		RENTED (LW)
July 31		n/a		RENTED (LW)
Aug 7	$2000	n/a		Open
Aug 14	$1800	n/a		Open
Aug 21	$1800	n/a		Open
Aug 28	$1800	n/a		Open
Sept 4 Labor Day	$1800	n/a	Labor Day: Sept 7, Monday	Open
Sept 12*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Sept 19*	$1300	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
Sept 26*	$1100	$700	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open
October*	$1000	$600	+$150/night for 3rd night	Open

* Denotes "non prime" rental period where the beginning day and time are flexible. The minimum rental is two nights. For additional nights, see pricing in "comment" column. An advance reseveration for a partial week in non-prime time is available now.

For rentals in prime time, all rentals are one week. The beginning day is Friday at 6pm; checkout is Friday at noon. Partial week rentals in prime time are considered for openings available 3 weeks before the arrival date (2 night minimum rental).

RESTRICTIONS: Weekly rental rates are subject to restricitons as outlined in the LEASE AGREEMENT. Failure to comply with the restrictions may result in a deduction from your security deposit; amount deducted subject to owner's discretion.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS -- See LEASE AGREEMENT for details

SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED -- See LEASE AGREEMENT for details

RESERVATIONS:
- call 419-215-3874 (mobile...if no answer, leave voicemail)
- call 419-531-6455 (weekday nights...if no answer on mobile)
- call 574-457-5927 (weekends only...if no answer on mobile)
- email:mmessmer@novavisioninc.com

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LEASE AGREEMENT FOR RENTING PIER 121, LAKE WAWASEE

Instructions: print out, complete information, sign, date, enclose payment to:

Mike Messmer 
Pier 121 Reservation
2744 Riva Ridge Road
Toledo, Ohio   43615

REGISTERED GUEST NAME:____________________________________________________

TOTAL GUESTS STAYING OVERNIGHT: ADULTS______________ CHILDREN:____________

LEASE PERIOD: BEGIN: 6:00PM on_______; END: 12:01 PM on____________

TOTAL RENTAL AMOUNT:_______________ (100% due with reservation)

SECURITY DEPOSIT: _$500.00___ (Send separate check with reservation)

FACILITIES -- GUESTS agree to use the premises in a careful and proper manner and not cause damage to the property. At the end of this lease period, GUESTS will vacate the premises on time and leave the propery in as good condition as the beginning of lease period, except for usual wear and tear.

UTILITIES:
a. OWNER shall pay for natural gas, electric, sewer, normal trash pick-up (once per week), local phone service, & lawn maintenance.
b. GUESTS agree to prudently use utilities.

RESTRICTIONS -- rental rate & security deposit are based on compliance with the following; failure to comply with these restrictions may result in deductions from the security deposit (deducted amount subject to OWNER's discretion):
a. No pets.
b. Maximum of 8 guests (adults and children combined) staying overnight.
c. Maximum of 16 guests on the property during the day (9am to 9pm)
a. No subletting.
d. No loud music anytime
e. No access to garage storage area
f. No campfires, fireworks, tents, campers, or recreational vehicles
g. Maintain Evening "Quiet Time" from 11:00 pm to 8:00 am

REFUND POLICY:
a. Cancellations 45 days before scheduled arrival: 100% refund
b. Cancellations within 45 days of scheduled arrival : No refunds unless a replacement rental of the same (or higher) dollar amount is found.

SECURITY DEPOSIT: settlement & return of deposit within 2 weeks after premises are vacated:
a. Damaged items charged at cost to repair; no deductions for normal wear and tear.
b. Items which can't be repaired or missing items will be charged at replacement cost.
c. The trash disposal company requires a fee on some items (car batteries, tires, lumber with exposed nails, bulky items, etc.). Any special fees incurred by GUESTS will be deducted.
d. Long distance telephone calls will be deducted from security deposit.
e. Failure to comply with RESTRICTIONS (noted on this page) may result in deductions as deemed appropriate by the OWNER.

GUESTS PROVIDE:
a. Sheets & pillow cases for beds
b. Dish towels, bath towels & washcloths
c. Phone credit card for long distance phone charges (or call home collect)
d. Bath/hand soap, dish-washing detergent, & laundry detergent
e. Replenish paper towels and toilet paper as needed (initially stocked)
f. Insurance on GUESTS' personal property and belongings
g. Daily & weekly cleaning as needed by GUESTS during their stay
h. Orderly appearance of surrounding grounds and premises

OWNER AND GUESTS AGREE TO ABIDE BY ALL THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

_________________________________ REGISTERED GUEST signature___________Date

_________________________________ OWNER signature___________Date

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CHECKLIST:

GUEST provides:
-Sheets/linens for beds: all beds have mattress pads provided
-Cottage: 4 twin beds (38"x72"); 1 double bed (54"x72")
-Bunk House: 2 twin beds (38"x72")
-Pillowcases (pillows & blankets provided)
-Bath towels & washcloths (dish towels provided)
-Phone credit card for long distance phone charges (or call home collect)
-Bath/hand soap and dish-washing detergent
-Insurance on guests' personal property and belongings
-Daily & weekly cleaning as needed by guests during their stay
-Orderly appearance of surrounding grounds and premises

Other things for guests to bring:
-Bottled water (if you don't like the taste of conditioned well water)
-Paper towels & toilet paper (dispensers are initially stocked; guests re-stock as needed)
-Disposable plates, cups, & utensils (if you don't plan to do dishes by hand)
-Garbage bags
-Your favorite flag for the flagpole on the lake pier
-Water shoes are not required for wading, but provide an extra measure of protection from occasional zebra mussels, whose shells can cause minor "paper cuts" on tender feet.

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Directions to Pier 121, Lake Wawasee:

a. Take SR 13 to Syracuse, IN

b. Coming from the South, in Syracuse, turn right at the Dairy Queen (3rd traffic light) onto Pickwick Road (heading east). Coming from the North, in Syracuse, turn left at the Dairy Queen (2nd traffic light after crossing the railroad tracks) onto Pickwick Road (heading east).

c. Continue on main road (do not cross railroad tracks) past Wawasee Boat Company to next intersection (Warner) --about 2 miles from Dairy Queen.

d. Turn right on Warner Road; continue past Eli Lilly Estate to "Spinks Condos".

e. Turn right on Seth Ward Road. (Note that the landmark "Spinks Condo" is located at the intersection of Seth Ward and Warner Road)

f. Seth Ward will turn into (at the first 90 degree left turn) Ogdon Point Road; continue for about 1 mile to Sunrise Drive

g. Turn left on Sunrise Drive. Continue about .25 mile to Sunrise Beach entrance, which is marked by a circular turn-around and brick pillars

h. After passing the brick pillars, the Messmer cottage is Pier 120, which is the 6th cottage on the right. The rental cottage (Pier 121) is the 7th cottage on the right.

i. The cottage address is:

11524 N. Sunrise Drive
Syracuse, IN 46567

j. PIER 121 TELEPHONE (2008): 574-528-6389
( The cottage phone number may change each year).

k. If you get lost, ask for directions to Pier 121. Most of the local people are familiar with the pier designations. Other telephone contacts:

OWNER:

Mike Messmer:
..Mobile........ 419-215-3874 (call this number first)
..Lake.... ......574-457-5927 (summer only)
Home (Ohio): 419-531-6455

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