Location: Lakeside, Southwest, Michigan, USA (1-1/2 Hour Drive from Chicago) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 9)
Keywords: House
Secluded 4,000 square foot estate near Three Oaks Road with main house and separate, adjacent guest house.
First time available for rental. Includes access rights to Cherry Beach, Lakeside’s private community beach, 7 minutes by car.
Designed by Chicago architect Larry Booth, the house was built for entertaining and family groups, away from the crowded beach scene. Two-story great room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooks a large meadow. Cathedral cedar ceiling with modern ceiling fans, open kitchen with 14 feet of counter space, perfect for entertaining, plus a large dining booth (seats 8). Twin dining tables seat an intimate two or as many as 16. Separate sunken reading nook with cozy fireplace. High end audio throughout the house. Flat screen TV. Large, comfortable screened porch faces the woods with excellent firefly viewing in summer, great colors in the fall, and winter wonderland from December to March.
Luxurious master bedroom and bathroom with round Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, twin lavatory basins. Good-sized guest room with private bath and closet. Unfurnished rooms on second floor for hobbies and fun or extra sleeping space. Spacious front yard for outdoor play, as well as a large furnished patio with barbecue.
Spacious, bright, airy, every view a picture. 3,200 sq. ft. main house has its own private rolling meadow on one side and the forest's edge of Warren Woods State Park on the other. Separate 800 square foot guest house adjoins two car garage, features living room and kitchenette downstairs, two upstairs bedrooms (one with a three-bed trundle perfect for kids) and a bath with shower (no tub).
Great biking right out the door, trails to explore the woods, convenient to all popular Harbor Country restaurants, shopping and services. Still close enough for a Chicago commute, but worlds away. Beautiful in all seasons. Maybe just what you want.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Most Winter and early Spring weeks, $2,200.00
Summer and Fall weeks, $2,300.00-$2,400.00
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Spacious Private Getaway...
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Lakeside
Lakeside offers a perfect contrast to Chicago. It's slow, relaxed, and rural whereas Chicago is, well, not. We like that it is close enough to get to in just 1-1/2 hours, but at the same time "a world away." Lots of good restaurants, shops, movies are nearby. As are long, winding country roads that are perfect for biking. We chose Lakeside after having spent many years visiting all the communities in this area, from Sawyer to Michiana.
The Unique Benefits at this House
This house is beautiful, and so are the surroundings. We are at the edge of a lovely meadow, where it meets the outskirts of Warren Woods State Park. Our actual property is 3.5 acres, but the land adjoins a large nature conservancy and is very private and well-protected. We mostly relax and entertain friends. Our favorite feature may be the 12x20-ft. screened porch, which offers the indoor-outdoor feeling missing from our house in Chicago.
Rental includes access to Lakeside's private, relatively uncrowded community beach.
Very handy shop for food, wine, coffee, snacks, sandwiches, newspapers
Owner's Map of Lakeside
My wife and I designed and built this house with a leading Chicago architect, as a family retreat and center for relaxation and entertainment. We were both working hard at the height of our careers, and needed an escape from the city. We're older now, working less, and are ready to share the pleasures of this second home with others, as we travel more ourselves. I have a long career in the advertising agency business, and as a creative process consultant. My wife is a psychotherapist. We've been married almost 35 years, and were childhood sweethearts. This is our dream home, and could be your dream getaway.
Property Photos
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- View from the meadow - Lakeside Vacation Home; Quiet; Access to Cherry Beach; Great Biking
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- View from the woods - Lakeside Vacation Home; Quiet; Access to Cherry Beach; Great Biking
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- Living room overview - Lakeside Vacation Home; Quiet; Access to Cherry Beach; Great Biking
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- Master bedroom
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- Kitchen counter & breakfast nook
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- Kitchen from Living Room
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- Fall colors in the back yard
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- Little bridge to the house
Traveler Reviews (12)
Guest: Zach Zettler
(Worthington, OH)
Date of Stay: 08/29/09
Review Submitted: 08/29/09
WOW! This house simply cannot be beat for a family getaway! Plenty of big, open, airy space for everyone to be together, yet full of private areas in which to enjoy a book, a private conversation or the morning sun. The master bed/bath is resort-like. And the sound system, well, if you enjoy music, this is your place.
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Guest: Lynda Birkelbach
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 04/29/09
Review Submitted: 04/29/09
We rented this wonderful comtemporary house for a family reunion. It was perfect. The grandchildren all slept in the loft, much to their delight. Access to the private beach allowed us to have a bonfire one night, again a huge hit with the grandchildren. The kitchen and dining area were well equipped which was fabulous for a large crowd. We would definitely rent it again.
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Guest: robert babbin
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 04/21/09
Review Submitted: 04/21/09
My wife and I have enjoyed staying at this lovely, comfortable home. It is spacious and still intimate. The whole setting is very romantic, outdoors and indoors. There's plenty of room for a family or friends to be together or go off for separate activities. We loved it!!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/17/09
Review Submitted: 04/17/09
We are from Evanston and this is a perfect distance for a getaway week or more. Once there, this home offers quite a bit in the way of comfort, space, privacy, shade, sun and a wonderful time with plenty of room for friends and/or family. Neighboring towns are fun to explore and the beach is close by. Not just for Summer as all seasons are beautiful there. We have been there several times and plan to return. LE
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Guest: Amy Rosenthal
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/15/09
Review Submitted: 04/15/09
A+ There are no words to do this magnificent home justice. It's not just a veritable wonderland, but it is cozy, highly functional and visually stellar. I've had the good fortune to spend many long weekends there; it's a treasured part of my family's memories.
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Guest: Sylvia19
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/14/09
Review Submitted: 04/14/09
My husband and I have enjoyed the romantic atmosphere, serene natural setting, and spacious yet intimate feeling in this comfortable beautiful house. The architect-designed
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/13/09
Review Submitted: 04/13/09
I agree with all the guest comments and would add that this house---really a compound with the guest house--is truly magnificent. It is a wonderful woodland retreat, yet good restaurants and acitvities are nearby--the best of both worlds. The house is stunning. It brings the outside in and has so much unique space that each person can find their own special niche to read that special book, do that crossword puzzle, listen to music or just contemplate nature. Lots of space outdoors to explore or even play hide-and-seek. The house easliy accomodates a large group but feels really cozy for a few people as well. Come. Enjoy. You too will fall in love.
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Guest: David165
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 04/11/09
Review Submitted: 04/11/09
I've stayed here several times and feel it is a great refuge from the big city. The first time I drove up there was a garter snake crossing the driveway and it was the perfect foreshadowning of the taste of nature with modern creature comforts that this place offers. I slept in the screened porch and felt like I was camping in the woods. The beach is a short drive away and you can even surf there if the wind is blowing South. Bike riding is fun and there is a ton to explore nearby. The place is well maintained and very comfy.
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Guest: Judith Musick
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Date of Stay: 04/10/09
Review Submitted: 04/10/09
We have stayed at this extraordinary home a number of times, and it is always a delight in so many ways -- the beauty of the natural setting, the lovliness of the home's interior, the comfort and ease of being there in addition to the great things to do nearby. It's truly the greatest of getaway places!
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Guest: Michel R
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/10/09
Review Submitted: 04/10/09
This house is a terrific place to spend time with friends and family! It's comfortable, cozy (even though it's very spacious and airy), user friendly, quiet, peaceful, beautiful... house. I could go on and on. OK if you insist. I've spent many weekends there with a friend, with many friends, and with family and it's really just a wonderful easy place to get away. If you like to cook, it's great for cooking and entertaining, if you like to lounge around and read by the fire it's perfect for that, if you like to be outdoors, it's great for sunning, biking, walking etc. The master bath has a relaxing giant jacuzzi, the screen porch is outside but closed off to bugs, etc, the whole house has music, there's a great space for yoga upstairs. It's just really got everything you want. I highly recommend this place as a convenient, delightful place to go, and it's only an hour and a half from Chicago. Have fun!
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