Title: Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113154200/113154153/94ac8eb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113154200/113154153/ceba6698.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113154200/113154153/9edf2b24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113154200/113154153/209500a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113154200/113154153/c411aa08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, a playground and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms10667 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Hot tub - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House Our resort consists of 14 unique, quaint & simple cottages built in the 1920s and a large 2,800 square foot main house. Nestled on 5 acres with 350\` frontage on Duck Lake and 600\` on Mason Creek, a registered trout stream. Heated swimming pool & hot tub, game room, playground, horseshoes, beach area, fishing, boat docks, water trampoline, kayaks, paddle boards, row boats. Access to the resort amenities is shared amongst all guests of the resort. Main Floor- You’ll enter through the front door, adjacent to the garage, into a spacious entryway which includes a washer and dryer available for guest use. A large king bedroom off the entryway provides some privacy and separation from the main living quarters and other bedrooms. There are 3 steps that lead you up to the open-concept living, dining & fully equipped kitchen. Just around the corner from the great room is the 2nd main floor king bedroom and a shared, full bathroom with shower/tub combo. In the living room, the cultured stone fireplace is flanked by a rustic timber mantel & built in shelving, and the massive front sliding doors overlooking the deck with views of the property and peeks of the lake are the focal point of the living area. A flat screen tv with cable can be viewed from the two sofas, one of which is a queen sleeper. The main dining table seats 6, the breakfast nook seats 4-6, there are 2 seats at the kitchen peninsula. On the deck, there is a propane gas grill and a gas firepit table with chairs. The shared in-ground heated swimming pool is just steps away from the back deck of the house. The pool and hot tub are shared amenities of all guests of the resort; including the Big House, 13 cottages, apartment and 2 RV sites. Another feature of the Big House is the wrap around porch, complete with rocking chairs - a perfect spot to sip coffee in the morning or relax with a book before dinner. 2nd Story- Take the staircase up from the entryway and you’ll find 2 additional bedrooms (one queen and one full over full bunk bed w/ twin trundle) along with the 2nd full bath. You’ll also find the 2nd kitchen, a small table with seating and a large living area with a queen sleeper sofa and flat screen tv with cable. Sliding doors lead to the upper balcony/deck with a seating area. Guests have full access to the house. If you need anything during your stay, please call or text Meghan. Weekly Rental only June, July and August 3 night minimum holidays, 2 night minimum off-season Nor parties or Events without prior permission from owner / No Smoking ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 10,667 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76180000/76173700/76173650/a3b1879c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### East Bay Escape | Private Beach | AC | Sunrise | Paradise | Downtown Traverse City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=76173650&PinnedHotelID=76173650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57366500/57366427/ab3185fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Cabin Near Boardman River and Brown Bridge Quiet Area! 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 338636 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.63095%2C-85.72206&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qFhf9dzubm4JvQNRBisoN2p0dqI=) Grawn, MI #### What's nearby - Interlochen Center for the Arts - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles - Kresge Auditorium - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles - Turtle Creek Stadium - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles - Interlochen State Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 17 min drive - 11.8 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Samsara - ‬9 min drive - ‪Oaky’s Tavern - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Brookside Cottages and Resort The Big House located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen Golf Club and Turtle Creek Stadium. Kresge Auditorium and Interlochen State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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