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Charming cottage on quiet lake

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking the serene water, where you can grill and relax with family and friends.
Stunning two-story home with a gabled roof and inviting front porch, surrounded by a wooden fence and a small deck.
Cozy living room with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a wood-burning stove.
Fully equipped kitchen with stove, microwave, and sink, plus various kitchen utensils and decorations.
Cozy living area with a comfortable sofa, armchairs, and a piano, featuring a staircase and decorative accents.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming cottage on quiet lake

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features barbecues. The cottage has 4 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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

Property manager

Jon and Tonya Bolton

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Charming On Quiet Lake Climax
Charming Cottage on Quiet Lake Climax
Charming Cottage on Quiet Lake Cottage
Charming Cottage on Quiet Lake Cottage Climax

About the area

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Climax, MI

What's nearby

  • Wings Event Center - 18 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Kellogg Arena - 21 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Binder Park Zoo - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Firekeepers Casino - 23 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 23 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Battle Creek Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mancino's Pizza & Grinders - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage on quiet lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on quiet lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on quiet lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on quiet lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kalamazoo River, Springfield Dog Park and Barn Theatre. Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Charming cottage on quiet lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

My son and I loved the location, the quiet peaceful atmosphere and fishing was great! It cooled down while our stay so we didn’t get to get out on the water but fishing from the dock was great! Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful time just hangin at the cottage. It was worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We had a relaxing Moms weekend at the Cottage and Absolutely loved our stay!! We plan to make it an annual trip! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Great place to get away from the city and fish, hang out with family and friends on the multi-level porch or spacious main floor, and watch eagles and sunsets! Inside is a nostalgic trip of regional American history and a nod to the agriculture so prevalent in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The house is very homey with tons of antiques to look at. We felt very comfortable and relaxed here. The deck is wonderful allowing for many places to sit and enjoy the lakes and sunsets. There is a big snapping turtle that visits near the dock daily. We enjoyed a The peaceful lake and had a good time fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This cabin is actually much more charming in person! We chose this rental entirely based on our location requirements, but I was pretty nervous about no AC, no wifi, and only one bathroom. But, everything else was so great that we barely even noticed those things. The kitchen was well equipped, beds were comfy, more than enough towels were provided, and
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

The owners have not missed anything here. The cottage is cute and comfortable and clean. The deck are is very welcoming and invites you to sit and relax for awhile. Quiet lake and neighborhood, great for getting away from the hustle and bustle. Paddle boat was the best! We will certainly be going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

We loved the property and location! Very quiet. The location was perfect for the groomsmen for my daughters wedding and for my daughter and new son in law on their wedding night! The only thing was there was no AC and the guys that stayed upstairs was hot an did not sleep well because of it! But the weather was really hot! Suggest bringing fans for the upper bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Overall good stay. Quiet, wooded home on a dead-end road with a back patio that extends into the lake with a wooden dock. Friendly neighbors. Good facilities with a shower only and just what you need in the kitchen. Some notes: bring bottled water as the tap water has rust / sulfur smells. There's no AC in the house but plenty of fans. We stayed in early August and regretted not having AC. House is well shaded though so likely fine most of the year otherwise. Water is continually running from a basement sump pump into a PVC pipe and then into the water by the dock. Would have preferred not to hear that continually. Owners might consider an elongated toilet bowel if you ever go to replace your toilet. Guy preferred.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

I have rented a different lakehouse every Labor Day weekend for many years and this is one of our faves. The decor will definitely appeal to antique lovers. The large deck is lovely. The lake is very quiet (no wake) and peaceful. We enjoyed taking the paddle boat out on the water. Not great swimming off the dock (overgrown weeds and such), but we took the boat out to the middle of the lake to swim. We were able to fish right off the dock. The water in the cottage has a bit of a smell and metallic taste, so I reccomend bringing bottled water for drinking. No air conditioning, but the cottage is very shaded and stayed cool enough. All in all, a great little escape for me and my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Our stay was great, however there was no mention of the horrible smell of the water. We purchased water for drinking and showered at my son's house which was only 15 minutes away. We managed just fine. We generated more trash than the can provided. Overall we loved it. Reminded me of better times from my youth. We felt safe and neighbors were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Nice house. Cool family memorabilia. Loved the deck and lake. Thanks for sharing all the wonderful family history. Needs a washer dryer. Needs dusting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Simply perfect! This cottage was exactly what our family needed to trigger a yearly vacation and we will be coming back! A special thanks to our hosts for always being available and making the sure cottage was everything we expected and much much more. THANK YOU!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

I was hesitant to rent this property because it does not have AC. However, the house is covered by a lot of shade and the house stays remarkably cool. Even on our hottest 85 degree day there was a nice breeze off the lake amd we were comfortable. We did not swim in front of the home because our boys (9 & 11) were scared of a very large snapper that was not bashful and not afraid of people! We used the nearby public beach which was well maintained and less that 5min away. Close enough you could take the paddle boat or canoe. Overall a great place to stay with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This is the second time we’ve stayed here and loved it. My only concern (which I intend to message about) is that the oven/stove was leaving a dark soot on every single cooking utensil. The mess got everywhere. We tried to clean as best we could but it truly went all over the kitchen. Not sure if just the burners need to be recalibrated or something. But the cabin is just as lovely and beautiful as last time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

The Cottage was a unique and inviting destination for a long family weekend. Fishing was bountiful, and we appreciated the decor and devotionals. The children camped out upstairs one the night became too deep to enjoy the peaceful surrounds from the multi level deck. Homey and inviting, we recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10

The location is great. Overall we had a great time and enjoyed it. Here is the but - the sump pump runs constantly and it can be heard throughout the house. It is a bit over decorated, kind of like living in an antique store. And the linens are cheap and slide off the bed all the time which quickly gets annoying. Overall it is great place to stay, it is right on the lake, great for kayaking and fishing, the place is clean and sunsets are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

We enjoyed our stay in this rustic eclectic cabin. Plenty of space to spread out and very nice lake view and access. Kinda had to figure things out on our own with minimal guidance but we managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Wonderful place! Just what I needed! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Beautiful cottage, very nice decor, and beautiful view of the lake. It rained most of our trip, but we enjoyed our stay nonetheless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

A unique house. Everything was great. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

Very nice setting and the story of the start of their family ownership of the Cottage. A lot of care was taken to the display of personal effects. We had very pleasant weekend in October. We quiet and relaxing setting . And we would definitely return for another weekend stay. Stay safe and stay healthy. Rick & Pat / from Taylor, Mich.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

We had an amazing time renting this location for our first anniversary. The building is super unique and inviting. Would easily come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Unique home! Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020