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Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo

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Beautiful sunrises over the lake
Peace and serenity... and great fishing!
Comfortable stand-alone cottage in serene setting.
A nice cool breeze; covered front porch with seating and ceiling fan.
Everything you need to cook, grill, and eat - vacation style!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 429.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Grant, MI
  • Englewright Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Pilgrim's Run Golf Club
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Newaygo State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1- Studio

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo

Cottage is nestled in the woods overlooking a peaceful, park-like expanse, about 350 feet to the lake. Plenty of space for Bocce Ball and getting in a decent walk.

Small, no-wake fishing lake - great fishing in summer and winter!

320 sq ft studio space with a comfortable Queen size bed and a loveseat pull-out bed.

Well-equipped kitchenette and a small bathroom with a shower. There’s a desk with a Herman Miller chair in case you need to whip out a few emails in between fishing and kayaking.

Property manager

Leslie Houseal
Premier Host

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the cottage
Use the lake, kayaks, grill, firepit, property, and equipment at your own risk.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Grant

Located in Grant, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pilgrim's Run Golf Club and Whitefish Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Newaygo State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grant, MI

What's nearby

  • Englewright Lake - 21 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Pilgrim's Run Golf Club - 24 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Newaygo State Park - 42 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Van Andel Arena - 50 min drive - 61.8 km
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 54 min drive - 65.5 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Croton Bay Trading Post - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Express - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Norther Trails Bar & G - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's Roadhouse - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hit The Road Joe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful lake cottage retreat just a short drive from Grand Rapids and Newaygo located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest, Frey Lake and South Lake. Baldwin Lake and Conover Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ovi T.

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

Beautiful and quiet

We just left the little cabin and already miss it. We enjoyed the lake ,the woods, the cabin and the beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Beauty and quiet

Such a beautiful property. The owner is so kind and friendly and Baxter is so sweet! It's such a quiet lake and we loved having fun canoeing and kayaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

william L.

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

Very relaxing

It was a wonderful property with a short walk down to the lake. The lake was so calm and beautiful. The cottage was very cute and felt very private, even being on the same property as host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

West Michigan Weekend Getaway

Cottage was as advertised. Clean, convenient, had everything we needed. Leslie and Tim were awesome hosts. Property and surroundings were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Anniversary Getaway

It was quite and peaceful. The owners are very nice. Their dog Baxter is super sweet and adorable. Its very relaxing. We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason h.

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

Amazing experience

This property is amazing. The homeowners, Tim and Leslie were the best hosts you could have. Our family had the best time, and we will DEFINITELY be back. Top notch experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carissa N.

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

Thought of everything!

Leslie was a great host and thought of everything in the cabin. She even made some fresh strawberry jam that was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Preston W.

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

Perfect

Wonderful week, property was just what we were looking for. Small, clean, studio apartment with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kittie C.

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

Excellent Stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean and comfortable. The property is gorgeous with lots of woods and wildlife. The bed was excellent for us. We spent most of our time relaxing around the fire pit. Leslie and Tim are very gracious hosts and have nicely supplied the cottage. Baxter is wonderful and fun! We would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

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

Honeymoon getaway

If you want to go somewhere thats peaceful and quiet and BEAUTIFUL... then this is your spot. Its on the owners property but you dont even know theyre there. They are very welcoming and they have the most loveable dog Baxter. Great place to unwind and get away from chaos and craziness of the real world. Definitely planning on going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad E.

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

Perfect solo getaway

The cottage is small but solid, clean, newly furnished, and well appointed. Everything you might need (with the possible exception of laundry) is right here. The little porch has plenty of comfortable seating and was a great place to read even during a rain storm. The owners--and their dog--are very friendly and responsive, and the no-wake lake is calm and perfect for reading, fishing, kayaking, etc. Perfect retreat spot. I'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Peaceful lake retreat

My two teens and myself loved the cottage and lake for a peaceful getaway. The owners truly want you to enjoy their property and make everything very enjoyable! I’ve stayed at many other properties but this one felt like home away from home with the little details. We enjoyed fishing (caught several bass), kayaking, canoeing, and swimming using the floating swim pad. Can’t wait to come back another time! We also all enjoyed sweet Baxter coming by to say hello! Thanks again for sharing your beautiful property with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Quiet Place in the Woods

Just a great place to get away and read a book and relax. Quiet place with great little touches. Front porch with a fan was our favorite place. We walked in to anything and everything we could ask for a quiet little getaway. We forgot sugar for coffee in the morning that was delivered to our cabin. Great hosts and wonderful people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renel G.

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

Quiet and Cute

This was the perfect little cabin for a week of peaceful time. I also had to work and the WIFI worked well for both Zoom and Teams meetings. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. There were kayaks available to use on the small no-wake lake. I enjoyed time on the floating dock as well. Leslie was a wonderful host and really thought of all the items needed for a week long stay. The water heater had nice hot water, but it is a small tank so showers are quick. I highly recommend this place for a single person or a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Great hosts

Wonderful stay. Very gracious hosts. Especially Baxter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Our honeymoon

It was so peaceful and beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Nice stay

This is such a nice private cottage. The hosts think of everything, very responsive, and are eager to make your stay perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Beautiful and peaceful location, small but nice cottage

Loved it here! Leslie and Tim were so nice and accommodating and put a lot of thought into the cottage and all it’s amenities. And their dog Baxter is so sweet! The lake is so quiet and beautiful, and we had fun fishing. Caught a few almost every time we went out. Never more than 4 boats on the water and it’s no-wake, so quiet. Loved watching and listening to all the birds in all the woods around; saw deer and rabbits too. Wish there was a better view of the lake from the cottage and there is a bit of a walk with an incline to/from it. Would definitely return there! Would not recommend the cottage for more than 3 adults as it is quite small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

Host had everything you could want and then some.

This was a great retreat for us to get away from the kids. Relaxing setting with everything you could hope for and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

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

JUST NATURE!!

For a few years I have wanted to go somewhere where you couldn’t hear any cars or sounds of the towns. This place was an oasis of natural sounds and sights. When it hit night time it was DARK no light pollution at ALL! The whole trip I didn’t hear a thing but these beautiful birds. They also had an amazingly intelligent dog there that was just a peach and the highlight of my whole trip. I loved it so much it’s an amazing place for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Houseal

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We’re Tim and Leslie, and we are looking forward to meeting you.

Tim is retired from the biotech industry where he did research in genetics and Leslie is still working in the medical device industry.

We moved back to Michigan in 2019 after being gone for more than a decade and have since completely rebuilt the house and remodeled this cottage. We feel that this beautiful, serene corner of the world is simply too lovely to keep to ourselves, so we’ve decided to share it with you.

In addition to completely remodeling the cottage and rebuilding the house, we have added a new member to our family, our beautiful Chocolate Lab – Baxter! She’s loveable and well-mannered (mostly), so we hope you’ll enjoy seeing her about the property. She will probably say hello. If you’re not inclined towards dogs please let us know and we will do our best to keep her closer to the house.

Why they chose this property

This beautiful, park-like setting captured our hearts from the first moment that we laid eyes on it, and this quiet fishing lake is just the setting for our peaceful, slow-paced lifestyle.

What makes this property unique

Privacy, quiet, surrounded by nature and close enough to everything that we need that we don't feel isolated.

Languages:

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests