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Reviews of Lakefront Cottage with Fantastic Swimming and Views


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10/10 Excellent

John A.

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Nice house on beautiful lake.
The house was clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. Brian was great, always answered when we had questions. Pontoon was nice, beautiful lake. We will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Treasa H.

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Family and Fishing
I came here with my family to visit some other family that we have in Michigan. And my daughter Emilyhanzlikoutdoors came up here to catch some fish for a tournament that she is in. We had a great time at Silver Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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Wonderful Location, Property
Wonderful Location, Property, Host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle V.

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Great Stay
Went on a golf trip with some buddies and found this gem of a property. Property was in a great neighborhood and perfect location to be close to golf courses and have the evenings to relax by the lake. We recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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Relaxation
Property was exactly as described on listing. Brian was an attentive host. Available for any and all questions. Any items needed were easy to find due to labeling on all cabinets and drawers. Paddle boat, kayaks, paddle boards, and pontoon boat made an enjoyable/fun time on the water. Thank you Brian!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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Perfect getaway
Perfect lake front experience with all the amenities. Very clean & organized. Well stocked & host was great to work with! Already booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie I.

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Perfect Getaway
We had a great time. The home is laid out well and has everything we needed. It was nice to walk straight out to the beautiful clear lake. We relaxed, fished, grilled, boated, swam, and even took in the downtown area and restaurants. We plan to book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan b.

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Great place to stay
We enjoyed ourselves so much that we rebooked another stay soon after departing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
My family and I had a wonderful time staying here for my children’s spring break! Perfect Lake House close to Grand Rapids in a nice quiet neighborhood. Brian was great with communication before, during, and after our stay. Will recommend this property to friends and family, and anyone else looking for a place to stay when visiting Michigan!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff a.

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Snocross races at canonsburg
The place was better than expected. Nicely decorated. Well stocked. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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Family Wedding
From Florida to Michigan for sons wedding found this beautiful lake cottage perfectly stocked and great atmosphere definitely will rent again thanks again to our host always a quick response to our questions
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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Excellent for us
We didn't get to enjoy the lake because of the reason for our stay and it was definitely not the time of the year for it. The places are beautiful, we stayed in both of his cabins for our wedding. The first night I was in the larger one the second night I went to the smaller cabin where my husband was. The night after rehearsal we all ended up at 1 of the cabins for a little while, then they kicked him out at 11:59. Haha it was big enough for 14 of us to visit in until we split again so he couldnt see me. Even since before I booked Brian was there to answer questions, when we didn't need as many to stay he was helpful in taking the amount of people that I booked (I booked full for both cabins) and making sure everything was great. I'd definitely stay again. Next time in warmer weather though to utilize all he has to offer. So clean and helpful! Thanks again Brian!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy I.

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Fall weekend at a Michigan lake
Lake home in a lakefront association was very peaceful. We enjoyed kayaking, nice weather and grilling on the outdoor living space. It was quite accessible for our blind 93 year old and she was able to enjoy the family event without needing stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M., Grand Rapids, MI

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T9ns of Family Fun
We spent 2 night with the grandkids aging from 4 - 14 and the all had so much fun. The location is great and the gouse was very clean and comfortable. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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Excellent family beach spot
The property was perfect for our lake vacation! The home is right on the lake. The rooms are clean. The bathroom has great water pressure and hot water. Everything we needed was right there. My daughter loved all the sand toys. I loved have a kayak, paddle board, and sitting out near the water in the morning and evening. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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Family Vacation
This property was amazing. Our Family of 6 spent a few days here before our kids were returning to college for the year. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay, the water was clear, we had a fire every night at the house came equipped with all the water toys the older kids could want. We paddle boared and kayak in the morning. Brian has really thought of everything for this vacation rental. I can not recommend this property enough, I may want to keep it a little secret place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

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Everything in one place
This location is ideal for both water fun, work, and relaxing. We relocated for the last week of summer vacation and while I worked, the kids (ages 10 and 12) were able to paddle board, paddle boat, and kayak around the lake -- it is big enough to be enjoyable, but small enough to always have your eye on them. The outdoor amenities (water toys, fire pit, grill) and all the indoor amenities (wifi, TV, full kitchen) made it so you had everything you could possibly need. This was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

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Wonderful!
What a peaceful and relaxing place to be! We kayaked in the morning, took walks through the lovely neighborhoods, had dinner and wine on the deck, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Lake is clean and clear, neighbors are kind and the house has everything you need. I have stayed in a lot of VRBOs and Brian is number one as the most accommodating and gracious host. He makes you feel like you are his only guest. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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Great family vacation
We booked this for a family get away for Fourth of July week and it was perfect. The lake view, the house, the neighbors, the owner were all amazing. From the moment we checked in until the moment we left, Brian the owner was the best. He made everything simple and checked in on us and was just an overall great host. Highly recommend. The house had everything we needed down to pots, pans, towels, soaps, dishes, utensils, etc. paddle boat, boards, kayaks, life vests, fire wood, grill and we even got to enjoy the pontoon boat. Such a great vacation and we will definitely go back. Plus the neighbors were so nice to talk with and were really sweet to our children. Thank you Brian for an amazing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin y.

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WONDERFUL
We loved this property was great for grandkids lots of things to do in area even caught some nice bass and bluegills off the dock. Our family really enjoyed our week. Brian was very quick to handle the one minor issue that came up… Ty Yencer/Nelson family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

tim e.

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outstanding location cute cottage
very pleased
Stayed 17 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H., Menasha, WI

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Thanks!
My friends and I stayed for a Bachelorette weekend. Only 20 minutes to beautiful Grand Rapids. Cabin was clean and beautiful, fit 8 of us really easily!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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Beautiful property , lovely location.
This property is spacious, clean and comfortable. I have stayed in self catering accommodation in quite a few countries and have never found one so generously equipped with staples and kitchenware etc. The outside space was also very well designed, we loved the deck, grill and the pontoon boat. We were very lucky with the weather and had a lovely break. Will come back next year if possible.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay with family
The property and check in was great. We stayed in late October so weather didn't allow for getting in the lake but imagine it would be great on a nice summer day. Only 20-30 minutes from Grand Rapids downtown as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

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Fantastic property!
We loved our fall get away at this property. The setting is beautiful. We enjoyed kayaking, the paddle boat and had several campfires. Morning coffee on the deck at sunrise was amazing! Brian was easy to communicate with and the house was well equipped. Thank you!!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

eileen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lakeside cottage.
Everything labeled, completely stocked kitchen. Fire pit for evening conversations. Kayaks, paddle boards on the beach. Close to the Meijer’s gardens, zoo but seemed like a world away. Will book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house on Silver Lake
A cozy home with a beautiful view. You can enjoy evening fires near the beach. The owner is so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Vacation Spot
Nice house, nice neighborhood, beautiful lake. We couldn't get the heat to turn on, unfortunately the weather was unexpectedly cold, but we decided to deal with the chill in the air, rather than contact the property manager, we just wanted to enjoy our little get away uninterrupted. Overall, it was a nice little vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Silver Lake Fun
The property is full of fun, kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boat and pontoon for rent. We had a relaxing week with great weather. This was our third year making great memories here. Thanks to Brian and his family, always there to help right away!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lake Vacay
My husband and our two kids had a wonderful week enjoying lake life. The cottage was exceptionally clean and did not have the typical "cottage" smell. Silver Lake was a perfect size for kayaking and paddle boarding, and we all enjoyed swimming and relaxing by the water. We would definitely recommend staying here and hope to return again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., South Elgin, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach front property
Myself, my wife, and two little kids (age 4 and 2) recently stayed at this property and it was great. The house itself was very clean and organized with labels on the drawers and cabinets. However, the back yard was the best part of it all. The patio is great with plenty of seating and a nice Weber grill. We utilized the fire pit every night as well. The water was right there with a perfect beach for our kids. The water was extremely clear and shallow for our kids to play in. They had no trouble walking in and out of the water as the sandy bottom was extremely soft. There are plenty of sand toys included on the property as well. We also rented the pontoon boat which we used plenty to cruise around the lake. The communication with Brian was effortless and he was always quick to respond to any questions I had. I highly recommend this property if you are looking for a nice relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Just the right size home for our family (4 adults / 3 children). The house was clean when we arrived. Well stocked. Cabinets and light switches were all labeled. Owner was very responsive. Lots of fun water toys were there for us to use (kayaks, stand up paddle boards, paddle boat). Downtown Rockford was close by and worth visiting. Not too far from Grand Rapids. Would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jami L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had the best time! Perfect vacation for our family and 2 small kids. The cottage was clean and so organized. The water was perfect for little ones to play and so many fun toys to play with in the water! Thank you Brian!

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
September Getaway
This property is so beautiful, clean and relaxing. Right on the water with great views. Brian is so helpful and quick to respond if you need anything. The area around the property made us feel like we were up north. Perfect family long weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lizz W.

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Lovely getaway
We had such a nice early fall weekend at Brian’s property! Everything was so nice, the lake was peaceful. We can’t wait to stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A Bucolic Retreat
"Yesterday is a cancelled cheque; tomorrow is a promissory note; today is the only cash you have - so spend it wisely." - Kay Lyons Because of Brian and his cozy lakeside cottage it was easy for our family to spend everyday we were there as the only cash that we had, to lose ourselves in the moment, enjoy our surroundings and each other. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
Had a great time at this house! We had 6 adults, 2 kids under 5 and an infant and we had enough room for all of us! We never ran out of things to do with all the water and lawn ‘toys’! And would recommend renting the pontoon boat. Loved our sunset cruises! Neighbors were great! Even though the houses are close, we felt we were by ourselves most of the time. Would highly recommend this place! Hope to come back one day!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our happy place
This was the second year we stayed at this cottage and we absolutely loved it.My kids especially loved having their own private beach. One of my favorites was using the paddle board in the morning when the water is crystal clear and you can see all the way to the bottom. They have an amazing fire pit too. Don't hesitate to rent this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Silver Lake Cottage
My husband and I stayed here for a week while visiting our son and daughter-in-law and the grandchildren. It was the perfect place to hang out during the day with swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. In the evening we enjoyed making smores at the firepit and going for sunset cruises. The view is great and the yard is very well designed with lots of areas to sit and relax. We only used the bedroom on the main floor. The bed was very comfortable. The adjoining bathroom looked like it had been recently updated and was very spacious with two sinks and a large shower. The kitchen was large and well stocked. We enjoyed our stay and will be back next year.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W., Libertyville,Illinois

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A wonderful vacation week with three generations of our family!
We were so happy that we were able to book this” last available summer week” last fall after the long months of Covid and staying at home. It truly was a wonderful reprise from the world and all that was going on! The week included a set of grandparents, their daughter/son in law along with their 10 month old grandson. We live in two different states but chose this rental as a great midway meeting point and because the area offers the “typical Midwestern summer lake vacation” which we were anxious to share with our British son in law and new grandson. The house is perfect in so many ways. It is supplied with everything you might need from water toys to kitchen needs, beach towels to the detergent, fans to sunscreen,etc. Our family has rented numerous properties around the world and this property has it all. We literally never left the house other than being in the pontoon boat, the lake or for a walk. The house was perfect for three generations as there was enough space for all and also for my grandson’s playpen and portable crib. We cooked every meal together and the various boats gave my daughter and son in law a chance to go out and enjoy themselves while grandma and grandpa babysat. The only thing you need to bring are your clothes and your food as everything is provided. We made the mistake of bringing things like paper products,detergent,beach towels,etc. and did not need to. Brian, the owner is quick to respond whether it was a question during reserving it to providing more gas for the pontoon. We would highly recommend renting the pontoon boat which is an extra cost but well worth it as it gives you a chance to explore this incredibly clean and beautiful lake! The rental includes kayaks, paddleboats and a pedal boat which are all great fun and add to your lake experience. The fire pit provided great conversations at night along with some interesting star gazing. The neighbors on either side of the house are permanent residents and are friendly and helpful. The house has been totally redone including a great kitchen and bathrooms which makes it a great place to be even on a rainy day. This is a great rental to reconnect with your family and nature! Whether it is a cup of coffee watching the sunrise or a glass of wine at sunset, you will be happy you rented here!

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place for a summer vacation
The lake house is wonderful. We loved the deck, fire pit area, and quick access into the lake. We felt very safe letting our children (8 and 6) walk out and play in the water while we were right in the kitchen or out on the porch reading and relaxing. We would highly recommend this place for many reasons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Rental
The house is extremely clean and well appointed and Brian is extremely attentive to any additional needs you might have. The location is wonderful. A very relaxing spot for the family!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
This place was PERFECT for us! The sand/water toys and netflix were a hit with out 4-year old twins. The house was clean, well-stocked, and instructions for garbage pick up and check-out were posted on the fridge. Brian was a great host, very well responsive. We would definite come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful fall getaway
We really enjoyed staying here. Gorgeous location on the lake with all of the things we needed to feel at home. Temperatures upstairs were a little bit harder to control as is quite common. The coffee pot took quite a while to brew so we bought K-cups and used that machine. For 7 people it worked really well for a weekend, but it might be a bit cozy in wintertime for a weeklong stay. Great communication with friendly owner. Internet worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

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October on Silver Lake
Great! Beautiful weather. All the comforts of home included at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Lake House Getaway
We loved your cozy house on the lake with beautiful views. The place was clean and extremely well stocked. We were in town for our daughters wedding and it was just the perfect place to keep us calm and relaxed. Great location with so many things to do close by! We loved it and will be back when we have time to enjoy it more. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen V., Lucas

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Family Wedding & Fun
Great place place to stay. Hope to return. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert N., Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a wonderful 3 nights here. Plenty of restaurants nearby. We had everything we needed at the house. Great location. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

andy g.

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Fun had by all
Well done again! This was our time staying here and thoroughly enjoyed it with our young family of six. A great quiet location on a clean lake to be shared by all. Thanks again and look forward in coming back.