Golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing
Welcome to our beautiful, fully updated 5 bedroom home on the gorgeous, private Sweet Lake in SW Michigan! The house sits on a large, secluded lot, with two piers and plenty of indoor and outdoor space. You can relax, swim, fish, or enjoy the lake with our kayaks, paddle boards, row and paddle boats in the summer, or you can ski, snowmobile, or ice fish in the winter. The home is conveniently located about 5 min from Gobles, 10 min to Allegan, 25 min to the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan, 35 minutes to Saugatuck. Bittersweet and Timber Ridge Ski resorts are 15 min away.
- Secluded private lake with great fishing (catch tons of fish directly from the docks) - 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, row boat, pedal boat included - Large lakefront deck, two piers, firepit - Game room with ping pong and foosball tables - Stocked coffee/tea station - High-Speed Internet & 4 Smart TVs - Central Air/Heat throughout the home - Fully stocked kitchen, outdoor gas grill
The house offers plenty of room for a great family vacation where you can spend time on the water, visit the beach towns on Lake Michigan, or ski the nearby ski resorts! The entire home is completely remodeled and with 5 bedrooms can comfortably sleep 10+ people. You are close to many Lake Michigan beach towns, multiple wineries, golf courses, hiking, skiing, snowmobile trials, and many local attractions! Sweet Lake is private, very peaceful and quiet (even on the busiest days of the year), and is known for its great fishing.
Guests can use four bikes, a rowboat, a paddle boat, 2 kayaks, and 2 paddle boards (available May - October). From our two docks, you can swim, launch your kayak/paddle board, or fish! We have a swim raft on the lake and a game room in the garage (ping pong table, foosball table, etc.). Outside we have a grill, outdoor chairs/furniture, and a fire pit with seating. Sweet Lake has great fishing, and you can catch fish right off the docks (bass, perch, catfish, pike, bluegill, etc.). All guests accept the risks of using the swim raft, water toys and devices, walking on the docks, and being directly on the water. All children MUST be supervised when in the backyard, near, or in the water. The owners will not be held responsible in any way for accidents that may occur.
The lake is also very beautiful in the fall and winter months! Come, relax and enjoy the views or use the house as your ski base (we offer ski storage in the garage)! There are two ski areas within 10-15 minutes drive from the house - Bittersweet and Timber Ridge Ski Resorts. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking is available at the Kal-Haven trail state park (less than 10 minutes away). Several other state parks (Van Buren Trial and Wolf Tree Nature Trails) are also nearby. You can also come for ice fishing (we can't guarantee when the lake will be frozen).
The entrance of the home leads you to a large living/kitchen area with ample seating and 55” TV. The fully updated kitchen is large and open, and stocked with everything that you need to prepare a meal. You can dine on the kitchen island or have a family dinner and the large dining room table in the adjacent family room. The kitchen connects to a massive family/dining room that has beautiful views of the lake. You can relax on the comfortable seating furniture with another 55” TV, enjoy the lake view, or have a meal at the dining table.
All five (5) bedrooms are all beautifully decorated and have brand new memory foam mattresses for a great night sleep. The master suite and the second bedroom have king beds, third and fourth bedrooms have queens with an additional twin bed, and the fifth bedroom has two twin beds. The two bedrooms on the lower level are connected. The home has 2.5 updated bathrooms (one on the lower level). If you need to do laundry, we have a washer/dryer in the laundry room.
The deck off the family room faces the water and provides a great setting to capture all four seasons at the lake. The unobstructed water views are spectacular, and you can even enjoy them while grilling dinner on our Weber grill. From the house, you just walk to the large lake-side deck, the fire pit area, and two docks, to enjoy the lake with friends and family! The house has a central air/heat and a gas generator.
If you're looking for a great lake home that has all modern conveniences, beautiful views, and will give you the comfort of home, we'd love to host you and your family!
Please note that no parties, loud noise, etc. are allowed at the property. This is a township quiet hours ordinance 10 pm - 8 am. We have neighbors and we ask our guests to respect them. The neighbors will call the police and the guests will be asked to leave if the noise ordinance is violated.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Optional ski privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
In-room accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Foosball table
Golf
Kayak
Optional ski privileges
Paddleboard
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No parties, loud noise, music, etc. after 10 pm based on county ordinance for quiet hours. Guests will be asked to leave if the rules are violated!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
About the area
Located in Gobles, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Griswold Auditorium and Regent Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cheshire Hills Golf Course and Shamrock Hills Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Breedsville Park and Brookside Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Gobles travel guide
Is Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing located?
This Gobles holiday home is on the beach, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Cheshire Hills Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Shamrock Hills Golf Club and Mill Lake. Schermerhorn Lake and Swan Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing Reviews
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Nice home on a nice, quiet small lake. Everything was as advertised and it was a great place for our kids. The kids could paddle about the lake and there was no real worry about boat traffic. Nice and relaxing.
This was our second time to stay here for a ski weekend. We love the location and the cozy, clean house that has plenty of space for two families of four. Ivan is so accommodating and always makes us feel welcome. Our kids can’t wait for next year’s ski trip!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There was plenty of room for our party of 9. The owner had great communication and the home was well stocked. It was very clean and updated. We would love to come back another time!
We had a wonderful stay - nice, clean property with good amenities. The home has a wonderful view of the lake, and feels very cozy and peaceful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Fay
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely house to stay at. The setting was very nice and the home was just what we needed. A very quiet setting.
This house was exactly as described and very clean inside!! It had everything we needed and communication with Ivan was prompt and easy. Thanks so much!! We enjoyed our stay!
This house was perfect. The deck and the lake are all you need to relax and unwind. If we ever get back that way i would love to rent this house again. Owner went above and beyond for us. Much appreciated. Great house. Great owner.
Easiest check in. Spacious. Open concept. Good lake toys. Two docks to fish from. Caught a couple dozen fish from the piers, crappie, blue gill, catfish, small and large bass. Ping pong table and fire pit area was well located. Only recommendation would be new gas grill and charcoal grill out by the docks. Lake was beautiful and super quiet.
My husband and I stayed here with our four kids ages 13-20. The house is beautiful and clean and had everything we needed . We enjoyed the lake and the boats as well. A grocery store was nearby and it was about a 30 min drive to the beach and downtown south haven. Pretty bad cell phone service in the area but the house has great WiFi.
When me and my group were looking for a home to stay at we wanted to find something nice and spacious for our group of eleven. When we arrived at Ivans property it was just as described in the listing! It was a beautiful lake front property with all the space you need to have a great stay. The property was well taken care of, and was very nicely decorated! If you are looking for a great getaway this is the place! The host was very helpful and responsive during our stay! Our group had a blast!
This was the perfect house for our first trip to ski in Michigan. We went to Bittersweet and Timber Ridge which were both within 20 minutes. Ivan was a terrific host and was extremely accommodating with the very dramatic and unpredictable weather conditions. We're glad we didn't have to cancel and would stay again! Clean, firm mattresses, and beautiful setting. We had everything we needed.
Property is lovely, inside and out! Quiet neighborhood, quiet private lake. Host is responsive and helpful. We had a party of 7 and there was plenty of room for everyone. One thing to be aware of (which was not an issue for us), is that the two downstairs bedrooms are connected. You need to go through one to get to the second. The 2 full baths are on the main floor and there is a half bath downstairs by the other two bedrooms.The lake is very clean and the deck by the water has ample seating. This is a great location for swimming and boating with standing paddleboards, paddleboat and kayaks available. We had a great time!
Spent a great week with family here. The property owner, Ivan, was quick to respond to questions during the booking process and the one time I needed to contact him during our stay. The description of the property is accurate. Ivan did a great job of renovating this lake house. A great open concept that accommodated 10 adults comfortably. All of the beds were very comfortable. It was well supplied with essentials for cooking as well as paper products. Very good Wifi with a charging docking station so yo won't misplace your chargers. Decent fishing right off the dock or use the the paddle boat or rowboat to fish. Plenty of very good water toys to use too. The deck by the water is large with plenty of seating. If you feel like venturing out to eat there are several good restaurants nearby to choose from. 2.5 bathrooms was a plus for the 10 of us. Would definitely look into renting this lake house again for future vacations.
We loved the house and the lake. The house worked well for our group of 7 adults and 3 kids. It’s cute and very well decorated. The bedrooms were small-ish but stylish and functional. The kitchen isn’t huge but worked well enough, especially with the grill and pantry closet nearby. The back family / dining area is a nice big space with great views. My only complaints about the house are that the walls are thin, and I would have liked a top sheet or duvet cover rather than just a blanket for sleeping. The game room garage was entertaining - we played a lot of ping pong. The deck down by the lake is fantastic! And it was great having so many water toys to use. We loved the kayaks, paddleboards, and paddleboat. (There seemed to be a small leak in the rowboat so we only used that once.)The lake was really quiet, with good swimming off the raft. My family did a lot of fishing, and we enjoyed watching the turtles and muskrats. The kids loved the Klassic Arcade in Gobles on the rainy day, and I liked exploring downtown Allegan (good coffee, and a cute Thursday morning farmers market where we got some great sweet corn and cherries).Overall, we had a really great stay!
The house as seen from the street was plain but the inside (with very nicely updated) accommodations and the view of the lake more than made up for that! We had lots of space to sit in the family room, places for all 6 adults in the dining room, and spread out in the large bedrooms.
The cool weather was pleasant enough that we could sit by the lake which we did several times. It was a very quiet neighborhood, which we appreciated.
Lots of very nice touches in the house- plenty of towels, kitchen supplies, shampoo/conditioner, and nice appliances. Easy-to-operate door locks, and easy-to-understand directions. One suggestion would be a handrail on the front steps-it would give some security to older people as they go up the steps. All in all, we were delighted with the accommodations--the lake was lovely to watch. We made trips to Saugatuck, Holland, and Kalamazoo easily. We would come back again.
This. Is a beautiful and well-maintained house with a gorgeous lake and dock. It’s just lovely. The only issue we had was that the property is VERY close to a pair of extremely hostile neighbors. This is not the owner’s fault of course but the whole week we felt we were walking on eggshells and always were worried that we might make too much noise or otherwise raise the ire of the unpleasant folks next door. There is only a thin wire fence that separates the two properties, and it’s plastered with”no trespassing” signs. The couple bicker with each other loudly. Otherwise the visit would have been idyllic—but we would not rent it again, unfortunately—no fault of the owner, who was lovely..
My family met at this beautiful lake house from different states throughout the US & enjoyed our stay immensely. There were many pros with a few cons.
Pros: 1. The house was clean and updated. 2. The lake was beautiful and calm. A lot of lake toys available. Fishing was GREAT 3. The owner was responsive 4. The area was rural and quiet with an easy drive to Holland, South Haven, and Kalamazoo
Cons: 1.Listing had many inaccuracies:(a) No pool table (b) No hot tub (despite asking owner ahead of time), which was a key criteria for us. The pictures didn't show any place in which a hot tub could have been located &, when we arrived, there was mysteriously not a hot tub due to a "prior accident." The owner was going to give us $ back but did not. (c) The bedrooms in the basement are connected per the listing. However, to get to the bathroom, you must go thru the 1st bedroom. (d) Listing said brand new washer and dryer which was not the case (see below). 2. There were no dressers anywhere & no closets in the bedrooms downstairs. 3. Lack of necessities like paper towel, tp, and soap 4. The washer was broken. The owner said he knew about it but didn't get it fixed prior to our arrival. We had 2 infants & couldn't do laundry until 2 days before leaving.
5. Got a reprimanding text from owner accusing us of setting off fireworks. Babies were asleep (it woke them) and we were in living room. I responded "no" & he dug in saying "why would the neighbors say that?" It was very off putting.
This was my second stay at this property… no issues very clean quiet good atmosphere. We enjoyed our stay will look forward to another stay in the future..