Title: Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations 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 # Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations Holiday home in Portage with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188000/102187914/d6508c57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188000/102187914/98a99371.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188000/102187914/cf2eed8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188000/102187914/efea284c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188000/102187914/df6c6c49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom lake house that offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and serene natural beauty. Conveniently nestled on Austin Lake, this property boasts incredible lake views, abundant water activities, and a full private dock/beachfront for your enjoyment that are just steps away from the living room. With kayaks and a canoe at your disposal (seasonal), you'll have everything you need for unforgettable lake adventures. There's plenty of private dock space to bring your own boat. The Space: The spacious living area features a large living room and windows out to the lake views. Unwind out on the deck or inside on the couches, or gather around to watch your favorite sports and shows on the 75" flat-screen. The kitchen is fully-equipped, offering modern appliances, ample counter space, and all the essential cookware to cook or grill out. Enjoy meals out on the furnished deck with seating for everyone (5 person table + picnic table) and enjoy the serene lake views as your backdrop. \*No dishwasher. Outdoor Space: Step out onto the large deck and take in the captivating scenery over the 50 feet of sandy shoreline on Austin Lake. Take in the sun on the deck, the private dock or take out the kayaks and canoe to explore or do some large mouth bass fishing. Great place for family gatherings or extended corporate stays (just message us). We pride ourselves in helping families relocating to to the area to help foster an even better community and make that transition as enjoyable as possible. This is a completely smoke-free property, and no pets are allowed. Please no work vehicles w/o discussing first. Parking includes garage/remote (single vehicle), and 1-2 single lane (smaller) driveway. Neighborhood is zoned single-family. No parking in the yard. Dedicated office/work space in each Bedroom (extra monitors for the Zoomers), plus a dedicated office/reading room/flex space that opens into the living room and on out to the lake. Laundry Room is included and set to go for your convenience. Towels (bath and beach) and standard toiletries also included. We continue to make improvements and renovations to the property (particularly some of the outside). Please be careful when traversing the stairs (shorter/some are slightly uneven) and use handrail. <10 minutes from the nearby shopping, numerous breweries (including Bell's Brewery and Latitude 42), and the AZO Airport and AirZoo. ~15 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo and WMU. Snow skiing resort within 40 minutes. Perfectly located halfway between Chicago/Detroit (with Amtrak service to both ~15 min away) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 2,650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69539400/69539380/debe8b68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Pier"adise on Long Lake - Lakefront Home Portage - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 54 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=69539380&PinnedHotelID=69539380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99261600/99261548/w904h683x60y0-6f17c674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More Portage - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=99261548&PinnedHotelID=99261548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96250000/96248100/96248032/c37edd8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2023 Built Lake Home w/ beach, arcade & huge deck Portage - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=96248032&PinnedHotelID=96248032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89740000/89730300/89730237/93af23e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly Built Waterfront home w/amazing views! 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No smoking of any kind on the property ### 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 ## About the area Portage is home to this holiday home. Celery Flats Ampitheatre and Hayloft Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Crossroads Park Shopping Center and The Crossroads. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Huskie Stadium or Wings Event Center. 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Perfect for families/relocations pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. Perfect for families/relocations located? > Situated in Portage, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gourdneck Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of West Lake and Schrier Park. West Lake Nature Preserve and Hogset Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakefront 4BR Retreat on Austin Lake. 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