Vacation Rentals by Owner

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/10/09 Review Submitted: 08/10/09

We enjoyed staying at the smaller property - it was very quiet and nice (and clean). Having W/D was a life saver. The beach was close enough to walk to with our 18 month old twin toddlers. Golf course in the back is quite an asset. The entire place is very family safe and friendly and I would highly recommend this to anyone with a family.

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Guest: Mark Heinle (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

House #2: I cannot recommend renting this home enough! The posted photos do not do it justice, as it is quite a bit more elegant than we expected. The home is sparkling clean and luxurious, with a fireplace in the master bedroom and a full "spa" master bathroom, complete with a jacuzzi tub and a "rain" shower that is destined to make you feel bad about your bathroom back home. The kitchen features a beautiful open layout, too. All of that said, we spent the majority of our time lounging on the back patio, which is bordered on two sides by a wooded lot and a golf course, respectively. The home is certainly the nicest in the neighborhood and provides quick access to Diamond Lake, which is a couple of blocks away and visible from the street. The ONLY caveat I would issue is that Diamond Lake is predominately ringed by private frontage, so to actually get out on the lake involves a (very short) drive to a public dock, as opposed to simply walking down the street to a private beach. We had a wonderful weekend and would recomend renting the home to anyone seeking either a romantic getaway or a group of guys looking for a comfortable and relaxing getaway weekend.

Owner response:thanks for the kind words Mark. And yes, that is one of the benefits of renting our home...you don't need to drive all the way to the public access! Our Howell Point Beach access is just a few blocks away! Thank you again...so glad you enjoyed your stay! Terri

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Guest: Bryan22 (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/26/09 Review Submitted: 07/26/09

Comment for House #2. Dear Sheppards, We had a wonderful time at your beautiful house just off of the Diamond Lake Country Club golf course. The location is great, just off of the lake, for an early morning run. Also, we golfed at the DLCC and a few other courses in the area. The accomodations made for a wonderful getaway. Thank you!

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Guest: Donna Dobrovits (Frankfort IL)
Date of Stay: 12/01/08 Review Submitted: 12/01/08

Every year my YAYA Sisters rent a house, we had a wonderful time The House was COZY & PERFECT, My YAYAS' Loved it. We usually go the end of September but had to postphone due to surgery of are friend Harriet we all deserve some rest and it was great to have her with us!! We did have a great time visiting Notre Dame, and other towns near by, Wasn't too crazy about the first SNOWFALL, but we had the fireplace to warm us up on our return, hope to visit again!! Thanks Terry!!

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Guest: Sue 9 (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/29/08 Review Submitted: 10/29/08

Dear Terri and Dave, We really enjoyed staying in your beautiful home while during our "Band Reunion Weekend" at Notre Dame. . .It was lovely to be able to come back after the craziness of the trip to campus, make a nice dinner and relax with old friends. Everything in your home was beautiful appointed and comfortable. Thanks again and looking forward to staying in your lovely home again. Sue

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Guest: The Gutman's (Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 08/20/08 Review Submitted: 08/20/08

Terri and Dave, Thank you so much for an awesome weekend. Your home is just amazing and beautiful. We all felt so at home in your home. The Lake was an awesome bonus feature. We will definitely be back.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/12/08 Review Submitted: 07/12/08

Dear Sheppards, What a great spot to vacation. Felt as though we were in a cabin. Summertime is great but I look forward to a fall visit too! The accomodations were excellent with extra beds and the kitchen was fun to cook in as well! Thanks for a great week!

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Guest: Wendy H & Family
Date of Stay: 08/06/06 Review Submitted: 08/05/06

Dear Terri & Dave, Thanks for much for the use of your beautiful home again. It is so comfortable - truly a home away from home! And the new bathroom is awesome! We will definately be back next summer! Thanks again!

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Guest: Bob & Joan & Family
Date of Stay: 07/04/06 Review Submitted: 07/03/06

Dear Sheppards, We truly enjoyed our stay in your wonderful cottage. We finished the 4th of July by renting a boat---the days were perfect! Thanks so much!!

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Guest: Jenny & Family
Date of Stay: 01/29/06 Review Submitted: 01/28/06

Dear Sheppard Family, We had an awesome ski weekend at Swiss Valley. We felt right at home in your home! Thank you.

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Guest: Ryan H
Date of Stay: 01/01/06 Review Submitted: 12/31/05

Thanks so much for your place. It's beautiful and we had a wonderful time!

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Guest: Tim H.
Date of Stay: 08/16/05 Review Submitted: 08/15/05

Beautiful setting; great place!!! Thanks!!

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Guest: Pat O
Date of Stay: 08/12/05 Review Submitted: 08/11/05

Dear Sheppard Family, On behalf of our entire family, I would like to thank you for the use of your home! We had a great time all week. Thank you.

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Guest: Nancy & Mike
Date of Stay: 06/29/05 Review Submitted: 06/28/05

Thanks for giving us an opportunity to explore Diamond Lake. Your place is GREAT!!

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Guest: Beth L. (-)
Date of Stay: 10/17/04 Review Submitted: 10/17/04

Your home is beautiful and served as my home away from home during my week stay at the lake. There's nothing more beautiful than Michigan in the fall and your home was the perfect place to spend my favorite time of the year.

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Guest: Jason Paladino (Mokena, IL)
Date of Stay: 10/02/04 Review Submitted: 10/02/04

Dear Terri,We had a great weekend at your cottage. The house is beautiful and we had plenty of room for our 15 month-old twins and 4 year-old daughter. We even had my mother, sister, and nephew stop by for one night. We loved the professional stove, which was perfect for cooking up a giant breakfast to feed the hungry mob.The lake was close by, and there was a nice little sandy beach for the kids. I even got to take Miranda, our 4 year-old daughter, fishing for the first time! We didn’t do too well with the real fish, but I did get her picture with your trophy-sized largemouth bass mailbox….I’m sure you will be see us back in the future. Thanks a lot.The Paladino Family

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Guest: Godfrey Marine
Date of Stay: 08/24/04 Review Submitted: 08/23/04

Dear Sheppard Family, Thank you for helping us make our photo shoot a success on Diamond Lake! We appreciate your support and the use of your cabin. We look forward to working with you again! Thank you. Roxanne, Marketing, Godfrey Marine

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