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Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits!

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Great lake house on Great Bear Lake! Two outdoor seating areas available
Parking available
Parking available with a finished garage. Garage stores kayaks and paddle board
Garage contains a ping pong table, couch, and TV
Side of the house with first outdoor seating area and grill

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grand Junction, MI
  • Great Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Saddle Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • South Scott Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits!

Enjoy this 4-bedroom lakeside haven at the best lake around! Great Bear Lake is one of the nicest all sport lakes in Southwest Michigan with an average depth of 30 feet and a clean sandy bottom. Escape to this lake house retreat that comes with a private beach and pontoon boat, fully furnished kitchen, 4 bedrooms (sleeps 18), and beautiful dining and living room with plenty of seating. Create a memorable experience with family and friends.

Boat:
Pontoon Boat will be included with your stay (5 night minimum from June-September)
Guests will be responsible to fill gas tank upon departure. (Gas cans will be provided).

The outside of the home features a large patio with tables and chairs that overlook the lake.
Private walkout Beach (in full sun) with sandy bottom swim area.
Foam Swim Pad (Lily pad) to play on.
Private Dock
6-kayaks
1-paddle board
We have plenty of Lifejackets Sizes: baby’s - xxl

Boat:
Pontoon Boat will be included with your stay (4 night minimum from June-September)
Guests will be responsible to fill gas tank upon departure.(Gas cans will be provided).

If you want to fish, please bring your own fishing gear. Fishing is great! Catch Largemouth, Perch, Northern, Bluegill, and Crappie right off of the dock. 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license.
Fire pit = There will be enough firewood to last all week (If you need more, there will be an extra $50.00 charge)
Grill= Charcoal (you will need to provide your own charcoal)

Beach Towels:
Please bring your own. We will have a couple "emergency" towels.

During the week, you will practically have the lake to yourselves. Plus it’s not that crowded on the weekend either.

Inside:
Central Heating and A/C throughout
Bonus A/C unit in upstairs bedroom
Free Wifi

All bedrooms are clean and have zip-up waterproof mattress covers on them. There are also covers on the pillows as well. Each bedroom comes with a smart TV.

Master: King bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Twin bed and King bed (extra air mattress provided in this room)

Bedroom 4: King bed, 1 bunk (full + twin), 1 bunk (2 fulls)

Main Level:
Dining Room Table (Seats 8)
Bar Counter (Seats 7)
Secondary Dining Room Table (Seat 4)
Spacious Living Room with Couches/Chairs TV

Kitchen:
Full Size Fridge w/icemaker
****Extra Full Size Fridge in Living Room****
Beverage Fridge
Electric Glass top stove
Microwave
Sink
Dishwasher
Desk off of the kitchen for a laptop or work space.
Full stocked kitchen (crock pot, frying pans, pots, plates, utensils, etc.)

Garage:
Fully finished spacious garage with Smart TV, leather couch, and ping pong table

Linens and Bath Towels will be provided.

Toiletries & Amenities:
Toilet Paper= 4 rolls will be supplied, You will need to bring more.
Paper Towels= 2 rolls will be supplied. You will need more.
Body Wash
Shampoo and Conditioner
Body Lotion
2 Hair Dryers
Laundry and laundry detergent
Dishwasher w/ dishwasher tabs
Coffee Maker w/ ground coffee provided

We also have:
Children’s books
Board Games
Cards

Grocery stores close by:
Wagoner’s (Bloomingdale -5 minute drive/ this grocery store is great for little items that you need or forgot)
Dollar General (Bloomingdale -5 minute drive)
Walmart (South Haven-20 minute drive)
Meijer (South Haven-20 minute drive)

Property manager

Becky & Mike

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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 Fireworks are allowed to be shot off on property.
No Boating or Kayaking after dark.

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

About the area

Grand Junction

Located in Grand Junction, this holiday home is on the beach. Jeptha Lake Golf Course and Cheshire Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Breedsville Park and Kids Place Park. The Fun Park and Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting.
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Grand Junction, MI

What's nearby

  • Great Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Saddle Lake - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • South Scott Lake - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • South Beach - 25 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Western Michigan University - 43 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 16 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Town Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Country Fare Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lickety Split - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Neighbors House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Maria's Lonestar Hometown Pub - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach & Pontoon Included! Your Lakeside Haven in SW Michigan Awaits! located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps from Great Bear Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Jeptha Lake Golf Course and Saddle Lake. North Scott Lake and South Scott Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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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

Aric D.

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

The perfect lake cabin!

We’ve rented several Michigan lake homes, and this is hands down our favorite! Everything we could have wanted was here, and the host was super-helpful throughout. Great swimming, fire pit, even a pontoon boat. Perfection!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg A.

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

Exceeded expectations.

Family had a great time. Hosts thought of everything. Water toys, games, pontoon, all the amenities added to our comfort and fun. We had to bother Chris a few times and he was very welcoming to our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzie T.

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

BEST FAMILY VACATION EVER

We celebrated my dad's 80th birthday and truly had the most amazing time. The house was spotless and decorated beautifully. It was stocked with everything we needed and more including an air mattress, extra blankets, fans, and a portable bluetooth speaker for the boat. We spent most of our time outside. Lots of corn hole and bocce ball tournaments and the fire pit was perfect and stocked with firewood. Great Bear Lake is a beautiful lake with unbelievable sunsets! You can jump right off the dock into clear, clean water. We also used the paddle boards and kayaks everyday. Fishing was awesome too! The pontoon boat was the cherry on top. We loved that the boat came with the house rental. We used it many times each day but especially enjoyed the sunset cruises. Chris, the owner, was fantastic. He was attentive with all our questions and checked on us to be sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back to this house. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Exceptional Lake House Getaway

They thought of everything! Organized, clean house, with all the extras! Paddle boards, kayaks, pontoon, 2 fridges for your food and BBQ grill. Garage playroom with pool table was a hit with our teens. Excellent communication with owner. Seating for large family, indoors and out. Beautiful setting for a family getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Great house for the Labor day weekend

This home has everything you need for a long holiday weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Great Family Lake Home

The house was everything as described inside and outside. Very clean and organized, with plenty of kitchen dishes and supplies, indoor games for kids, and plenty of beach toys, kayaks, and outdoor games. The AC was perfect! The beach was great for our young grandkids, and the splash pad was enjoyed by all, as well as the boat. The lake temperature was perfect for our stay. The beds, dressers, closets were very nice, and the bedroom setup worked well for our family of 12. Plenty of room in the kitchen and family room for all! Chris addressed and resolved an issue immediately, which was great, and something you don't always get with rentals. We caught many fish, bass, bluegill, and croppies. We also picked cherries which was fun. Easy drive to local restaurants, South Haven, and the Warren Dunes. We would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Beautiful home

The home was spotless and so well organized! Owner was very attentive and responsive to any questions that we had. The only downfall was not being able to bring our boat, but we completely understand the owner's reason for this.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

As Hoped

The property was as described and communication with the host was very easy. Would visit again. Thanks Chris!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Family Vacation

Had a great time! Found everything we needed & things were labeled which made it very easy. We are a tall family & the stairs going up take a little adjustment but easily done. Used the north porch a lot! The dining table was great! Loved that there was plastic & glass dishes for the kids! Spent the whole time in the yard & lake! We all had a great time! Thanks Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Peaceful Week on the Lake

Wow, this house does not disappoint! Chris thought of everything for a fun vacation on a peaceful lake. What you see in the pictures is what you get. The beds were comfortable, the house very nicely decorated, and the outdoor space was awesome! Plenty for everyone to do. We loved that there was a large yard for when the days were cooler, and we made really good use of the kayaks and paddle boards. Chris has put a lot of thought and care into this rental and it shows. We didn't have any problems, but if we did, he was super easy to communicate with. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Everything you might need is there for you.

It was a great time for all the family. The kids enjoyed playing on the beach and swimming. They enjoyed sitting on the dock and fishing as well. For the couple of rainy mornings it was nice to sit on the covered patio and look out on the lake. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Low traffic lake, good fishing, great for the kids

Chris was great to work with. Informative, quick responsiveness. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

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

Great Family Gathering House

Newly renovated, clean, vacation home. Lots of watercraft (pedal boats, kayaks, stand up paddle boards). Large tables inside and outside are perfect for large groups. Fire pit with included wood great for s'mores. A few weeds in the sandy entry to the lake, but great sandy beach area with lots of chairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We had an amazing time staying at this lake cottage. The house was clean, comfortable, designed to promote gatherings and easy to navigate due to the extremely thoughtful and clear organization of the host. House offers plenty of activities, both indoor and outdoor, to keep everyone of all ages entertained. Hosts truly thought of every last detail when renovating this cottage. The lake is beautiful, calm and we had it mostly to ourselves the week we were there. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed our daily paddle boarding, kayaking, boat rides or relaxing under the trees by the water. Chris and Julie were amazing hosts, very responsive and helpful with any questions we had during our stay. It is obvious that they genuinely care and want to provide you with the best experience possible. It was our first family vacation and could not have asked for a better trip! We made so many unforgettable memories. Our kids loved this house so much, they started calling it “home” and pleaded that we never leave. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

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

Beautiful Vacation spot!

We loved the house, how it was furnished, all of the outside eating and sitting areas, water and sand items and outdoor games. The beach area was great for our little ones! You really did this vacation house right! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Great house!

This house was perfect for our family get together. Chris was very responsive to questions we had. The big tables inside and outside were perfect for meals and games. The beach area and yard were also great. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

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

Beautiful, newly renovated property for a lake getaway

We stayed in July 2021 with two families of 2 adults + 3 small children each. The house was fantastic with plenty of room for everyone and lots of space to hang out, indoors and outdoors. Great Bear Lake was a perfect location for a summer getaway, and Chris was the best host. He was very helpful with all of our questions before the trip and available throughout the week to help with any small thing that came up. We are already starting to make plans to come up again next summer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

L H.

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

Beautiful lake. Wonderful cottage.

What a great place to spend time with family! The house is newly remodeled and well appointed. The owners thought of every detail needed to make a lake house vacation perfection. Everything was labeled, well organized, and extremely clean. Chris, the owner, was responsive, extremely helpful, and easy to work with. He put his renters’ needs as priority one! The kayaks, paddle boards, lake toys, Lily Pad, pontoon boat, an abundance of life jackets, outdoor seating and patio were fantastic. The kids played for hours out on the lake when the skies would clear. Despite the rainy week, the games, puzzles, kids books, and TVs made our time inside together even better. The kitchen is well-stocked, plus the extra drink fridge is super handy. It was a wonderful week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

janet p.

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

Highly recommend

This rental exceeded expectations. The home had plenty of room for a large group and was very clean. The beds were comfortable, linens nicely furnished and everything we needed was available. The lake was a huge win. The water was clean, water depth shallow upon entry, and has a sandy shoreline, great for kids of all ages. The kayaks and paddleboards were a hit with all, and the floating pad in the water was the best part of the stay for the kids. Great location, not far from South Haven. I look forward to our repeat stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Becky & Mike

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I am so excited to be a VRBO host and welcome people to the SW Michigan lake life! I am originally from New Jersey, but have spent most of my life now living in downtown Chicago.

Why they chose this property

Great Bear Lake is a beautiful, serene lake to experience the perfect summer getaway. The home is such a wonderful way to build lifetime memories, and we love sharing that with new people.

What makes this property unique

The house is right on Great Bear Lake with a beautiful backyard and gorgeous outdoor seating. Additionally, the finished garage makes for a fun surprise for guests. Not to mention access to kayaks, paddle boards, and a pontoon!