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Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and furnished lanai

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
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Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Property grounds
Located on Horseshoe Lake, Little Blue Bungalow offers a charming retreat with swimming and 2 kayaks to enjoy the lake views. Unwind in the 3-seasoned screened-in porch or by the fire pit, charcoal grill, and picnic table. With a full kitchen, washer/dryer, water toys, board games

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and furnished lanai
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, charcoal grills and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a private yard. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished lanais. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Furnished lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

LITTLE BLUE BUNGALOW (On Horseshoe Lake) Beautiful view! Gowen
307548

About the area

Located in Gowen, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brower Lake Nature Reserve and Woodbeck Lake, while Fighting Falcon Military Museum and Flat River Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gowen, MI

Getting around

  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Jalapeno - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Woodbeck Lake and Horseshoe Lake. Banks Lake and Thomas Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathy T.

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

Nice location

Beautiful location on a nice chain of lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Great place

Having lived on the chain of lakes when I was younger, this cottage was the ideal spot to go visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia s.

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

Peaceful and pretty

Very quite enjoyable cottage. Loved sitting in the sunroom looking at the lake and watching the sun set.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw M.

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

Relaxing

Great relaxing spot with top notch management service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

J Jevin V.

Nice, easy to get to, quiet

We will be staying here again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Taylor K.

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

Nice cozy cottage

It was a beautiful place, very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Peaceful

The enclosed back porch looks over Horseshoe Lake and the view is beautiful. Location is close to Greenville so there are plenty of restaurant options. Great location and great cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Family holiday Getaway

The cottage is very cute and clean. Perfect size for 3 adults. We used the kayaks and fire pit. The 3 season room was the main reason we rented the property. We enjoyed the property very much we we rented
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike k.

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

Great getaway

Loved everything about our stay. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy T.

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

Fourth of July getaway

We absolutely loved the little blue bungalow. Great location, it has everything you need to have a wonderful vacation. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Great time

We had a great time! Perfect family get away. The kids loved swimming and fishing and kayaking around the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great cottage

We were in town to close out a family’s estate and this cottage was a great retreat to recharge. The 3 season room was a peaceful spot to drink my coffee each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan F.

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

Blue Bungalow

Very well equipped and nicely maintained property ideal lake life fun for the whole family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

J Jevin V.

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

Love it

This was our second time at the Blue Bungalow, and love the Greenville area. Plan on staying again next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet B., Skokie, Illinois

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

Great Lake Stay!!

Great little house on picturesque lake. Enjoyed their kayaks right off little beach and swimming. Close to hiking and Greenville. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dottie P.

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

Water galore

Wonderful view and little getaway!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H.

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

Nice place

A +
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

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

Little Blue Bungalow

We had an amazing stay!! The place felt like home! It was cozy and very easy to work in the kitchen. When we arrived the firing place was already going making the cabin very inviting...we will definitely be back!!! Beautiful views as well...Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

kimberly m.

Cozy Cottage!

We loved the simplicity of the little blue bungalow. It had everything we needed in an adorable cozy space with quick access to the water. The place was also perfectly clean. Thank you so very much for sharing your lovely spot on the lake. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Amazing!

Way better than I imagined!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet O., South Bend

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

Very comfortable and pleasant. Perfect for two people and two dogs 🐶.

Freshwater Rental is very easy to rent through. Very attentive and responsive. One small hiccup on our arrival and it was resolved within 10 minutes (if that).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Cute getaway

The property was great! We had a wonderful stay. The only thing I wished was done was that the heat was turned on before we got there. It took a full day to get the place heated. Also, there is a space heater in the closet that we didnt find until the end. Overall it was a wonderful stay and I'd recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Perfect getaway

Just as described. No issues. Rental company was in touch a few times before we arrived to remind us of our rental, it’s location and key code.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great trip!

Perfect location for our short family trip. We were able to catch blue gill, perch, catfish and large mouth bass right from the dock. Kids loved the swim platform and we all enjoyed the kayaks! Screened porch was perfect for the rainy days and the house was just the right size. Cleanliness was as expected for an old lake house. The lake was perfect we will definitely consider visiting again. The only negative was only less than half a roll of toilet paper, we had to run to the store, which was only a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Vicki N.

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

The Blue Bungalow

The house was nice and cozy, and we had a good time. We really enjoyed kayaking the different lakes, and we look forward to going back again. The cons of this rental would be that the water is dark/weedy and you can't see into it. There was a swimming raft on the property, which did not have a ladder attached to it. I am not sure how someone could even climb onto said raft.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023