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Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Marcellus, MI
  • Gravel Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Warner Vineyards Winery
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Diamond Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room

2 Double Futons

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake!

Location: Big Fish Lake, Southwest, Michigan, Big Fish Lake in Marcellus, MI. (30 Miles SW of Kalamazoo)

Check in: 4:00 pm…check out at 11:00 am

We only do weekly rentals during the summer months.

All bedrooms have high definition flat screen TVs with local channels and satellite cable (with DVR), and consist of:

#1 Queen Bed, with en suite bathroom.
#2 Queen Bed
#3 XL Twin Bed, with twin bed trundle.

Remodeled Kitchen with breakfast bar and stools, dishwasher, kitchen table seats 8. All the basic necessities are included: coffee maker, toaster oven, microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer and all the cookware, dishes & utensils. Central air-conditioning and heat, big high definition flat screen TV in family room with local channels and satellite cable (with DVR), Apple TV and XM Radio (includes all sports programming). Washer/Dryer. Master bath with standup shower, second bath with a bathtub/shower. Deck, grill, table and chairs perfect for late night poker/board games, meals-overlooking the lakeside backyard and nightly sunsets.

Large yard for additional activities such as wiffle ball, volleyball, tag football, etc.. Fishing right from the pier is fantastic. The lake has large and small mouth bass, walleye, northern pike, dogfish, perch, bluegills and crappies. The back lot is large and flat. This lake is a hidden gem with super low boat traffic.

Pier has space available to dock your own boat.

The Rock restaurant with live music and awesome food is walking distance from our front door.

Several wineries nearby that would love you to swing by to try some samples, open year round.

Several golf courses and a driving range in the area. Horseback riding, winery tours and road biking from your doorstep to a few minutes away (email me for any specifics you need). Plenty of restaurants and entertainment in Marcellus/Lawton/PawPaw (pubs, restaurants, movies, bowling, ice cream barns, antique shops).

Two hour drive from downtown Chicago, approximately one hour to Notre Dame/South Bend, 15 minutes to Paw Paw, 30 minutes to Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo. 10 minutes to Swiss Valley Ski Resort, 40 min drive to Timber Ridge Ski Resort.

Our lake home is clean and kid friendly. We have a good assortment of kid and adult games that we leave up year round. No pets allowed. No smoking in house.

In the long term we are looking for a small, trusted group of families and responsible adults to rent to when we are not at the lake ourselves.

Please do not hesitate to email or call with any questions and for additional photos.

GOLF- Several courses nearby including NORTH 40(18 holes), Paw Paw (36 holes)

SKIING- Swiss Valley is a 10 minute drive, Timber Ridge is a 40 minute drive and also has a Tubing Park.

SNOWMOBILING- Trail can be reached by snowmobile right from our property. Trail maps available.

WINERIES- Several Wineries nearby for touring, ask for more info.

DINING- We have a list of available dining and know the area well from our own experiences that we would gladly share.

Air Museum- Located in Kalamazoo 30 minute drive.

Go Karts/paint Balling/Miniature Golf- 20 minute drive.

Notre Dame/South Bend- 1 hour 10 minute drive.

Western Michigan University- 30 minute drive.
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Property manager

Kim Rovtar

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marcellus

Located in Marcellus, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Swiss Valley Ski Area and Lawton 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 Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Gravel Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Marcellus, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • St. Julian Winery - 24 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Warner Vineyards Winery - 24 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Diamond Lake - 36 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Western Michigan University - 45 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 37 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Patch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Country Lakes General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fabulous Diner - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Lake House On Gorgeous Big Fish Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Gravel Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Swiss Valley Ski Area and Woolfe Park. Lake of the Woods and Lawton Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Family Memories

We’ve stayed several years at this property. The hosts are easy to work with and always available to answer questions. The property is in a perfect location on a beautiful lake. It is a perfect place to stay and create lasting memories with family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

review

Really the 2 issues we had were that the grate in the grill was totally rusted and unusable. We informed the owner and she said they were unaware and would fix it. she also apologized. The other problem was that the doc was underwater by about 4-6 inches. It isn't really anyones fault and was just due the unusual amount of rain. Otherwise we thourghly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great Family Vacation!

Adorable cottage with great amenities! Awesome fishing off the dock. Rented a boat for tubing and explored all 3 lakes daily. Nice size yard in front and back for activities. Willow trees provide great shade on the hot, summer days. Would definitely return and recommend to others. Thanks Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G., Naperville Illinois

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Fish Lake

Nice place to stay. Love the lake and it's perfect to have a restaurant just up the street. Kim is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis A., Huntington Woods USA

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

Relaxing week

Lovely cottage, great fishing off the dock. Owner very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G., Naperville Illinois

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

Wonderful Lake House

This is our 4th year at Big Fish Lake, and it was a perfect week. We hope to be back. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Beautiful lakefront property

Great place to stay with wonderful hosts. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Amazing relaxing stay on the lake!

Amazing! Everything there available you could thing of to cook with! Patio furniture was so nice! Laundry facilities perfect! TV ‘s in all bedrooms we nice. Wagons were amazing to transport groceries from our cars to cottage. Fun games to play. Wonderful stay. Will be be back! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Kokomo Indiana

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

Lake fun!

Have a great 4 day trip! Water was great plus we had great weather
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R., Granger, IN

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

Rented a pontoon boat, made it more fun

We enjoyed our stay here. We rented a pontoon boat from Apollo Marine. They delivered it to the cottage’s dock. Having the boat made our visit better. We took the channels to the two connecting lakes. All these lakes are nice because they are not overpopulated and busy. There is not a lot of boat traffic and you don’t hear the jet skis motoring all day (like I’ve experienced at other lakes). Instead of swimming at our cottage’s shore (where it was squishy sand and then past the dock had sea grasses) we anchored out in the lake and swam in the deeper waters. The cottage was clean and updated. Beds were comfy. There is a charcoal grill outside. There is good WiFi. We watched Netflix during some of the rainy times. They provide both bath and swimming towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne N., Baldwinsville, NY

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

Absolute wonderful experience

We had a wonderful family vacation with the grandparents, parents and two babies under the age of two. Kitchen had every imaginable utensil/ gadget. Cottage was beautifully appointed and clean. Beds very comfortable. We brought our motorized canoe and easily stored it at the dock. Caught a few fish from the dock. Communication with owner was excellent through the entire process. Would look d highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

Perfect Vacation

What a beautiful place! The lakes, Big Rock Restaurant, the family of bald eagles and Kim's home was truly amazing. We took a boat ride and fished every morning from 5:30 AM to 10 am and also went for an evening boat ride. It was a quiet neighborhood and the home was very clean and perfect for what we needed. The grocery store was only 15 minutes away. Kim was so attentive and kind, with any questions we had. Loved this place! Dave R
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Nice House & Beautiful Location

This was the perfect spot for a family getaway. We all had a great time, especially the kids. The house was the perfect size. It was very clean and had everything we needed to be comfortable. We can’t wait until next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G., Naperville Illinois

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

Great stay at Big Fox Lake

This is a wonderful property. We have stayed there 3 years and the owners are wonderful to work with. Updated cabin and very nice beds, furnishings, etc. I highly recommend and we hope to be back for a 4th year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt W., Dewitt, Mi

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

Really nice place

The property was great for the vacation. Was right on the water and was easy to access with our boat. Would definitely stay again, the kitchen was really nice and the place was updated nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Rainy relaxing week

Very nice place. Well stocked kitchen. Lakes had good fishing (when it wasn’t raining or storming!). Would recommend this to family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Family Vacation

The house was beautiful and had everything we needed for a great family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lester K.

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

Peaceful times in Marcellus

Our week-long stay at Justin and Kim's lake house was fantastic! The House- The lake house was a comfortable home to spend a week in. Check-in and check-out were easy and there was a small care package of snacks and toiletries waiting for me when I entered the home. Everything worked just fine- the beds were comfortable, the showers were hot, the Smart TVs TV'd, and the Keurig faithfully provided morning coffee. We had no issues with the home during my stay, but Kim and Justin are very responsive and we trust should something have come up, they'd be right on it. The house is right on Big Fish Lake, which makes for some great views of the ducks and swans that call the lake home. The Area- The house sits on a quiet street, a 3 minute walk (if that) from The Rock Restaurant. Going in mid-March, the surrounding area was incredibly quiet and almost like a ghost town, especially at night- which we loved and really wanted in a getaway coming from the city. The house sits in Marcellus Township, which is about a 14 minute drive from Lawton and 20 minutes from Paw Paw. We found ourselves going into Paw Paw usually when we needed groceries or take out. Some things to check out nearby are the Spirit Spring Sanctuary in Marcellus, Echo Point Shooting Range in the Allegan State Game Area, Garden Griddle restaurant in Paw Paw, and Ruby's Sandwich Shoppe in Paw Paw. Overall, the stay was great, and we'd definitely recommend Kim and Justin's lake house!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erik A.

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

Great home and location!

This home was the perfect getaway for me and my fiancee. Kim was a wonderful host from the moment we booked through our departure offering great advice on what to do in the area and info about the house. The home is exactly as described, although somehow better! Yes, the images do it justice, but you just feel home the moment you walk in which makes getting comfortable that much easier. The access to the lake (20-30 feet from the back deck) is incredible! We went in the fall so we didn't get in the water, but did some fishing. Caught a couple large mouth bass in the back, so if fishing is your thing, this is a great location, even without a boat. The kitchen is beautiful and modern, so cooking your own meals is easy, although large local markets are a bit far away, so come prepared with larger items. You can grab small items at nearby stores though! Be sure to check-out The Rock! The onion rings are insanity! Not sure I've ever seen any so large! And the homemade blue cheese dipping sauce is awesome! Great location for a beer and snack or a full meal. Oh, and it's a 5 min walk (max) from the house! Overall, the house was great! The beds were insanely comfortable. The bathrooms were a nice size with good water pressure. Great visit any time of the year! Would love to come back again in the spring/summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Wonderful Get Away!

Beautifully updated inside. No expense was spared to make it truly welcoming. The view of the lake, swans, and sunsets were incredible. We only wish that we had another week to enjoy the peace and quiet at this time of the year on the lake. The only negative was that the 'screen' door to the deck did not have a screen on it only glass panels so we could leave the actual door open to get a cross breeze on the lake side.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

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

Summer vacation 2020

The cottage was adorable with all the amenities (plus some)! The lake was ideal for boating and fishing. The owners were kind and responded quickly to questions. Overall, I give this cottage an A+.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Wish we could have stayed longer

The house is comfortable and really well done! The kitchen has everything you need and then some! Kim was wonderful when the umbrella broke (windy) and had 2 new one delivered immediately. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Great property. Great owners

Excellent communication with the owners. No issues at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G., Naperville Illinois

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

Great Week at Big Fish Lake

It was another perfect week. The house is so accommodating and Kim is a pleasure to work with. Has everything you need and more! Granddaughters hated to leave. Thank you again Kim and Justin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Blair P., Lambertville

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

Awesome lake

We had a wonderful time:) The enitre house is renovated and very well docorated and very clean. The house was very well stocked with everything from kids games to towels, blankets, toilet paper, etc. The lake is beautiful! Very quiet and amazong fishing!!!! We will definitely be back!!! Also Kim was wonderful and easy to work with during the entire process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

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