Lakefront Home atop a small bluff with Awesome views of Diamond Lake

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Sunset over the lake, seen from the lodge's deck.

The Overlook Lodge seen from the Lake and Corey's Place midway down the bluff.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

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Kitchen
Fireplace
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

White Cloud, MI

Diamond Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Birch Grove Trailhead
‪5 min drive‬
Crystal Lake
‪21 min drive‬
Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

OUR COVID CLEAN COMMITMENT TO OUR GUESTS:

For our 2022 season, we are continuing to offer an Ultra-clean stay in our lovely peaceful lodge. Our commitment is that the Lodge will be thoroughly sanitized after each guest leaves. Our cleaners will be types recommended be the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) for killing the COVID-19 germ.
If you would kindly take a moment to read our guest reviews, you will see that we have always prioritized cleanliness for our guests. We are just “stepping-up” our efforts to ensure that not only are we clean, but as germ-free as possible as well.
We hope that this commitment will provide you with confidence and help ensure a worry-free getaway!

So, we invite you to find peace and relaxation in this beautifully renovated Lakefront Lodge with AWESOME views of Diamond Lake. Diamond Lake is an all-sport 200-acre lake in Newaygo County in the Manistee National Forest area of Michigan. Diamond Lake offers GREAT, fishing (perch, bass, crappie), swimming, boating & kayaking/canoeing. Two kayaks are included with the rental. The lake is clean with sandy bottom swimming. Public boat launch very near the Lodge if you would like to bring a boat. The Lodge sits atop a small bluff (thus the beautiful views) and has a newly added feature called Corey's Place which is located half-way down the bluff to the water. It is a 12' x 20' landing carved into the hillside with a large fire ring and seating. The s'mores never tasted so good as they do when you are sitting, reading, relaxing & looking over the lake from Corey's Place. The Lodge interiors are a contemporary industrial lodge feel with all the comforts of home. Full kitchen with everything you would need (minus the food of course). The 40' deck on the lake side of the lodge is furnished with seating for eating, cooking (gas grill), lounging and gathering. You will find this spot perfect for your getaway. It is very CLEAN and lends itself to not only an indoor place to stay, but an outdoor place to play as well.

Property manager

Gordon & Tamela Gallagher

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere on property

Only registered Lodge guests allowed on property at any time.

MINIMUM RENTAL age of renting guest is 25. Please be prepared to show valid driver's license or state issued ID.

No pets allowed.

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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

White Cloud

Located in White Cloud, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hardy Dam County Marina and Waters Edge 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 Diamond Lake. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

White Cloud, MI

What's nearby

Diamond Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Birch Grove Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Pearl Lake - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
Crystal Lake - 21 min drive - 16.7 km
Ferris State University - 42 min drive - 52.2 km

Getting around

Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shamrock Pub & Grill - ‬12 min drive
‪Sally's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪City Lites - ‬12 min drive
‪Maike's Bakery & Pizza - ‬10 min drive
‪Whatta Pizza - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home atop a small bluff with Awesome views of Diamond Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home atop a small bluff with Awesome views of Diamond Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home atop a small bluff with Awesome views of Diamond Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home atop a small bluff with Awesome views of Diamond Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Diamond Lake. Diamond Lake County Park is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON B.

21 July 2024

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

Lovely

Lovely property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek J., Grosse Ile, Michigan

16 September 2023

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

Great rental and hosts

This is a great property. The hosts go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek J., Grosse Ile, Michigan

5 September 2022

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

Great cabin and hosts

Beautiful property that has been tastefully decorated, certainly well worth it. The pictures do not give it justice, it is even nicer in person. The hosts went above and beyond what is to be expected.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

30 July 2022

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

Quiet lake vacation!

My family and I had a wonderful time at this clean and comfortable home next to a beautiful lake. The host was very gracious and easy to communicate with. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and supplies for cooking. We’d definitely come back and would recommend to family and friends.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

MIKE B.

16 July 2022

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

Excellent

I can't say enough about this property. The owners thought of everything to make our week very enjoyable. Extremely clean and well thought out. Hopefully we will be able to return at some point. Mike and family Colorado

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

9 August 2021

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

Getaway 2021

The Overlook Lodge was wonderful and the greeting by Gordon and Tamela was a first for us. We have rented several placed over the years and never has anyone met us upon arrival. A brief tour was provided and a gift of wine and snacks were provided. The lodge was well decorated and great for relaxing. The kitchen was well stocked and included all utensils/appliances needed for preparing meals. The weather was great so most of our time was spent outside. The deck was spacious and the furniture great for relaxing. Corey's place was great for nightly fires and having the view of the lake was great. The lake is very clean and we swam and fished it daily. The lake has a no wake ordinance in the morning and evening which was great for kayaking. We visited Newaygo which has some great shops along with Timbertown Coffee and River Stop Cafe which were our two favorites.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darius R.

3 August 2020

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

Proud owners, sharing their gem with VRBO clients

Exceptionally clean, well thought out check-in process, and review of amenities. Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

10 July 2020

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

Memories made!

One of the best rentals we have ever done! Our hosts were amazing and our gift was so kind. We relaxed and swam all week. Everything that you could think of is provided at the Overlook. We taught the kids how to kayak and tube. The water is crystal clear. Can’t say enough wonderful things about this property. We will definitely be back next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

21 June 2020

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

Idyllic Lake Getaway

Gordon and Tamela were the most fantastic hosts, and their place was the perfect getaway from the big city that we needed. Everything was incredibly clean and safe given the pandemic, and they made us feel so welcome. The house is so thoughtfully decorated, and the kitchen is very well-stocked for us foodies. We enjoyed building a fire almost every day, and we loved hearing the family of loons. We hope to be back sometime!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

20 November 2019

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

The perfect getaway

The owners clearly have a strong passion for this home and for making sure guests have a wonderful stay. We sure did. The lake is a gorgeous sight and the fire pit is well located to have a great view. The house is incredibly well appointed. We loved the nature of the small town that had excellent access to nearby parks and trails. We will definitely come back. Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

emily c.

15 September 2019

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

Great getaway!

We loved our time! Clean, comfy, and beautiful setting!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

15 September 2019

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

Wonderful relaxing stay!

This property was amazing! Tamela and Gordon were terrific! Beautiful inside and out with every detail covered. The weather was not the best for us- somewhat cold and rainy at times but we still managed to kayak, fish and ride around in the pontoon boat. We took day trips to Muskegon, Fremont and Big Rapids. It was a very relaxing, enjoyable stay for us.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel A.

28 August 2019

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

Everything we wished for and more

I cannot speak more highly of Tamela and Gordon. From the moment that they met us at check-in until we checked out - they were friendly, accommodating, and genuinely excited about their cottage and their desire that we enjoy our time to the fullest. We had an incredible time kayaking, fishing, enjoying fires in the firepit, grilling, and most importantly engaging in the most important activity of all: relaxing. There's some noise from boats on the lake but it's not oppressive and it's only during the day. For the rest of our time we enjoyed just sitting outside and listening to nature. The back deck is huge and has more seating than you can possibly need. We both read for hours at a time in perfect comfort. The deck is almost entirely shaded so sunshine is a bit hard to come by but I bet this is a huge plus in the summer. A few highlights are the loons, Cory's Place, and my personal favorite: the sunrises! My goodness are the sunrises here amazing. I want to make sure to note that linens and towels were provided for us even though the listing said they weren't. Obviously that was a very nice surprise and saved us the hassle of stripping the bed and gathering our wet towels to bring home with us. We only used one bed but it was very comfortable. I'm not much of a sleeper but I got over 9 hours of sleep on 2 of our 4 nights there. Thanks again for the incredible time. I almost had to be dragged out of here I loved it so much.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pete K.

11 August 2019

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

Beautiful views

Great experience from beginning to end! The house was super clean, had everything you would need, views were beautiful & lake was warm & inviting. My only small grumbling was that I wish check in was earlier than 5pm on the first day.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

6 August 2019

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

Best vacation in years!

This was one of the best vacations my family has had. Gordon and Tamela are such great hosts and their home is beautiful! We will be back again for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

31 July 2019

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

The perfect spot!

This is the place for us! Perfect for our family - 2 adults and 2 teens. The house was beautiful and clean and simply had everything we needed or could have needed. The lake was warm and clean-we all loved the fishing and swimming and kayaking and boating. We truly relaxed on this vacation and let’s be honest, not all vacations are relaxing! We really just also loved to sit and take in the peace and quiet and the view. If we had more time I would have already booked my next weekend away there. It just gave us the opportunity to bond with our kids and reconnect that we needed. Thanks Gordon and Tamela for sharing this gem with us!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY C.

27 July 2019

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

Nice place to stay, quiet neighborhood

Worked out great for us.

Stayed 21 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Marsha G.

15 July 2019

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

Beautiful small lake

Lake was ideal for relaxing, and peaceful... The view was amazing. Location was a bit further from where we wanted to go but we weren't sure prior to arrival.. House was super cute and well maintained...

8/10 Good

Debbie J.

9 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond Lake property

Beautiful views and lake access w/kayaks. Charming home. Outdoor seating soaked with water; need a fix. Close to state park! Fun at the fire pit!

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

5 July 2019

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay! The owners were so thoughtful in every detail- even leaving gifts for us. The deck off the back of the house was our favorite spot to hangout in the shade. My 12 year old and 10 year old spent all the days playing in the lake. Couldn’t ask for a better family trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sheri A.

24 June 2019

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

Overlook Lodge

The Overlook Lodge is wonderful. The owners were very welcoming and knowledgeable of the area. The Lodge is very clean and nicely decorated. It is supplied with many things which is nice and helpful. The view of the lake is awesome. We took advantage of Corey’s Place. It is a great hangout spot to relax, make s’mores and observe the lake. The Overlook Lodge is a great vacation rental. My family and I highly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

5 June 2019

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had a great time during our 4 night stay at the Overlook Lodge. The property is on a beautiful piece of land that "overlooks" the lake. There is a great fire pit area that has the best view on the lake. Fishing off of the dock was a lot of fun. We caught bass and bluegill just about every cast. The house itself was great and very well decorated. There was not one problem during our stay, and we will definitely book again if we get the chance to be back in the area. Thank you Gordon and Tamela for a wonderful stay! Everything was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

20 August 2018

Wonderful Hillside retreat

The Overlook Lodge is a well hidden gem, nestled into the hillside of beautiful Diamond Lake. The owners are wonderful hosts! They personally met us to give our family a guided tour of the property and even went to the extent of giving our family personal gifts. The lodge itself is well decorated and well appointed as far as supplies necessary for every day living and cooking. We will definitely be back in the near future.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

9 August 2018

Our stay at the Overlook Lodge was AMAZING!!!

The Overlook Lodge was a great treat!!! Everything was so nice from the location, environment, amenities, outdoor space, decor, and last but not least the hospitality!!! We were greeted and given a quick tour of the lodge and they had a gift for us to enjoy while we were there!!! Diamond Lake was a joy!!! The temperature & cleanliness made kayaking, boating, loon watching and fishing soooo fun and relaxing!!! White Cloud & Fremont were just a short drive if you needed anything. We spent most of our time at the lodge but one day we ventured 45min. to Silver Lake to enjoy the dunes!!! We enjoyed our time here so much that the family voted this their favorite vacation!!! Thank you for the memories!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

16 July 2018

Beautiful Place on Diamond Lake!

We had a great time staying at the Overlook Lodge! The cottage was very private and extremely clean. The huge trees provide great shade throughout the day. Gordon and Tamela were very responsive and great to work with throughout our stay. I have been coming to Diamond Lake since the early 70's and this is definitely one of the best spots on the lake. We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Gordon & Tamela Gallagher

Your hosts, Gordon and Tamela Gallagher

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Diamond Lake and you will too

What makes this property unique

The lodge is not only on the bluff, but also nestled in the trees. It affords a private setting but still has wonderful views. Inside the Lodge, you will find a large open living, dining and kitchen area with vaulted ceilings. Two glass sliders open up to the 40 foot deck all overlooking the lake. So peaceful.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 3

Master Bedroom

Queen Bedroom

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