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GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking

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Just another gorgeous sunset on Carey Bay
Cottage D
Living/dining with wooded views
King beds
Full kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 559.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Grove, OK
  • Grand Lake O' the Cherokees
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Har-Ber Village
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Honey Creek State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking

Our 12 properties are located in the heart of Grove with a country feel. The quaint and clean cottages are backed by 15 private wooded acres on 1600 feet of Carey Bay waterfront. Feel free to roam! With six separate cottages available it’s the perfect place to bring friends and family yet have your own space. After a long day on the lake, watch the sun set over Carey Bay and then head back to your cozy cottage where you can grill some hamburgers and relax around a fire. Every cottage was designed with the discerning traveler in mind - granite counter tops, completely equipped kitchen, full sized washer and dryer, bathroom with custom shower... the list goes on. All the comforts of home, just smaller. We also have parking for a boat with water and electrical hookups and an outdoor security system.

Lake time! It's just a short walk behind the cottages to the lake. Explore our woods and enjoy the lake views. The shoreline is kept clean and in its natural state, it's a great place to relax and soak up the sound of the water. Dock the boat just a mile away at The Wolf Creek Park and Boating Facility, a top of the line fishing facility. Professional anglers come from all over the US to fish at Wolf Creek. They offer fishing tournaments and family events year round. Enjoy the other fun activities our area has to offer like various water sports, golfing, the state park, Har-ber Village, and Lendonwood Gardens, to name a few. If you don't mind a bit of a drive, tour Crystal Bridges Museum located an hour away but well worth it.

Amenities at the cottages include WiFi, washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen with cookware and dishes, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, Smart TV, beach towels, linens, and grill. Our area is very safe, but we have installed an outdoor surveillance system as extra security for our guests and their property.

The natural beauty of the lake and it's surroundings, along with the small town atmosphere are part of what we love so much about Grand Lake. We hope you enjoy your stay and love it here as much as we do!

We are available throughout your stay. Please feel free to text or email us with any questions.

Property manager

Herb Manning
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved dogs welcome with a $50 fee per dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping inside, no butts left in grass o
Guests must sign rental agreement, sent prior to booking upon request
No smoking inside, no cigarette butts left in grass. Fee applies for failure to comply.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grove

Located in Grove, this cottage is on the waterfront. Cherokee Grove Golf Course and Elk River Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grand Lake O' the Cherokees and Honey Creek State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grove, OK

What's nearby

  • Grand Lake O' the Cherokees - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cherokee Grove Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Har-Ber Village - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Honey Creek State Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Isles' End Cove - 26 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Joplin, MO (JLN-Joplin Regional) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Matt's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Viejo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GrandLake*Lakefront*Forest View*Free Kayaks*Fire Pit*King Beds*Boat Parking located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Grand Lake O' the Cherokees and within 3 mi (5 km) of Grove Dog Park and Cherokee Grove Golf Course. INTEGRIS Grove Hospital and Har-Ber Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles T.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Fabulous Cottage

Beautiful cottage, close to lake and woods. Very relaxing. Close to town if anything needed. Owners wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

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

Great Spot!

The cottage was nice and cozy, and the property was beautiful with lots of space and areas to explore! The lake was only a few hundred feet away and there were plenty of kayaks and paddle boards to use on the water! It's also only a 5-minute drive to shops, restaurants, and groceries. Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

The best lake weekend

Everything about the cabin was just perfect! The size, the cleanliness, the full kitchen, the backyard and grill and the proximity to the lake. We loved everything about our weekend! We spent hours on the lake and using the kayaks and paddle boards. We watched the sunset from the beach. We will be back. Thank you for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Bass Fishing

Beautiful property, including beautiful woods with access to the lake. The owners were very responsive and communicated well.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Great location if you are just visiting the Grove area or if you are going out in the water.

Everything was good, no complaints here. The cottage was great the location was great and having the water just through the woods was wonderful. I took my dog and she loves it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

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

Clean, Cozy, and Central

This was our first trip with our 1 year old daughter and this cabin was the perfect location! The hosts were so kind and responsive and the check-in process was a breeze! My husband and I thought the bed was comfy as well! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Great Little Cabins

We loved our stay! These are so clean and nicely decorated! We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was so magical! I cannot say enough good things about what a wonderful time we had here. Definitely one of the top vacation homes we’ve ever rented. If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing place with a short walk to a private beach—it’s perfect! The cottage was stocked with everything we needed and everything was so clean. We loved waking up to the sound of the birds outside our window every morning. Town is just a short distance away, but you still feel like you’re in a retreat! Even with the cottages right next door, we still felt like we had lots of privacy for our family. The owners are very prompt to communicate with and were so kind and helpful. We travelled here with kids and they absolutely loved it. We’ll definitely be back if we come through the area again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

This is the perfect place to stay!

We loved our visit! The cottage was modern and clean, the beds were so comfortable, and the location was great. We had everything we needed for our stay and more. We can't wait to come back when the weather is warmer to use all of the available amenities. We were so close to the water and would have loved to use the fishing poles, hammocks, and kayaks! We'll definitely return in the spring to enjoy everything that the lake and cottage have to offer.

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

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

Perfect spot

Our adult children live in area so this was nice spot for us and another family stay. Good size for 3 adults - or family. Kitchen well equipped and TVs in all 3 rooms. The lake is about 100 yards from back door and the “board walk” is well made. One night we sat in one the sitting areas ( along the walk) and watched the firefly show. We used the kayaks and enjoyed our morning tour of the lake before the big boats started Hosts were very responsive and I had no question to the check in / out procedures. Very efficient The cabins are close in proximity but I rarely saw anyone and noise was not an issue even over the 4th. We ate at the Regatta ( excellent brunch) and even went to church around the corner at United Methodist - lovely service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

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

Awesome location for tournament anglers

We booked this trip for a two day championship on Grand. The parking spaces are perfect for a 21’ boat and trailer to be backed in right next to the cottages. Fantastic amenities and very clean. Will be staying here for each tournament we have on Grand.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Wonderful Place!

Absolutely loved the place - just what we were looking for. Everything we needed was available as listed and the property was beautiful. Loved the short walk to the lake and being able to take a kayak out in the bay. Definitely recommend and will stay here again if we are in Grove.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

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

Nice little surprise.

Very close to Grove, OK and easy walk to the lake. Very quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reyna W.

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

Fantastic beyond expectations

This was fabulous! The property is lovely and they thought of everything. The goodie closet includes everything from fishing poles and tackle to beach towels and hammocks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

Business Travel

My husband and I stayed here for 10 days and LOVED IT. The cottage, property and city was Amazing! The cottage was very cozy and had all of the amenities you could ask for. I worked remotely from the cottage while my husband was out working and the internet connection worked perfectly. It was relaxing and quiet! Herb and Lindsay were wonderful to work with and very accommodating. We Will definitely be back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Perfect Cottage

Our first time in Oklahoma and we can say we have enjoyed out stay. Our cottage was perfect. Everything was clean and organized. A fully stocked kitchen with pans and dishes. Beds were so comfortable. Great for out family of 5 with our small dog. Herb and Lindsey were so responsive and available for any questions. I would definitely recommend and hope to book in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

A Luxury Resort Experience

We loved staying at the Carey Bay Cottages. It was luxury experience for the whole family. The kids loved the use of the kayaks and we appreciated easy access to the woods for hiking as a family. The owners are very friendly, easy to get a hold of, and very helpful for any of our needs. We definitely will return! Beautifully appointed cabins with modern conveniences making movie nights for little kids a possibility.

10/10 Excellent

julie w.

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

VERY CLEAN! Brand new everything! Comfortable beds!

Herb and his team are fantastic! This was my second time at Carey Bay Cottages and I'll be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rory M.

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

Great getaway

Modern, clean cottages. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Grand Lake Fun

We enjoyed our stay in cottage D. Love the simple farmhouse decor and had everything we needed to make it feel like home. The lake is a short walk to swim or use the kayaks provided outside. We rented a tritoon boat at a nearby marina and played golf at couple courses nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great visit

Great first visit to Grand Lake. Cute cottage, nice and clean. Loved the access to kayaks and paddle boards!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Very cute cottages. Close to water. Highly recommend.

Great place! Very clean. Beds very comfortable. Loved it!

About the host

Hosted by Herb Manning

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For the past 30 years we’ve called Grove home, raising our three children in this beautiful corner of Oklahoma.

Herb is a Builder and Endless Dreamer who wanted to create a memory-making property for vacationers coming to Grand Lake.

Lindsey is a Registered Nurse and Overthinker who now manages Herb’s dreams (and the properties).

We’re avid travelers, and while we’ve explored many incredible places and seen wonderful sights, there’s nothing quite like crossing Sailboat Bridge and coming HOME.

We hope to bring the best of what we’ve learned to your stay at our properties. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to host you!

Herb & Lindsey

What makes this property unique

Carey Bay is one of the most calm & quiet bays on Grand Lake, so you can enjoy floating in peace on your kayak or paddleboard, swimming in the shallow water, or just hanging out on the serene shore.

Conveniently located in Grove, yet backed by15 wooded acres with Carey Bay waterfront for a country feel.

Perfect for family and friends, offering clean & cozy interiors with full amenities. Enjoy boating, fishing, water sports, and nearby attractions like Wolf Creek Park, Har-ber Village, and Crystal Bridges Museum.
🛌 2 bedrooms with comfortable king beds
🧼 One bathroom
👩‍🍳 Full Kitchen
🛶 Free Kayaks
☀️Trail to lake
🔥 Firepit
🐠 Parking for one boat with hookups
🧺 Washer & Dryer
🎱 Shared game room with pool table
🐶 Pet friendly ($50 fee/pet)

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