The Wheeler Cottage on Beautiful North Lake Leelanau

• Beautiful House, Location, and Outdoor Space!!!!!!!

  Beautiful House, Location, and Outdoor Space!!!!!!!

  • Guest jaro2012
  • Date of stay 07/21/12
  • Review Submitted 02/04/13
  My husband and I found this location to be the perfect wedding location! We were looking for something on the water with a large yard for our outdoor wedding. We just couldn't pass up the stunning lake views, the beautiful craftsmanship of the house, and the huge yard and water frontage. We were so happy with our stay here and all of our guests had nothing but wonderful things to say about the location and property. We spent the week leading up to the wedding just enjoying lake life and we LOVED it! This is the perfect place for relaxing and getting away from it all. We had the ceremony on one side of the house and a tent was set up on the other side for our reception of about 120. I definitely recommend this location for family gatherings, weddings, or if you are just looking for an awesome week at the lake. Rink was an exceptional host, especially with some of our odd needs of hosting a wedding. We absolutely loved this place and it will forever be remembered! Thank you!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thanks Jamie for your kind words and for being our guests at The Wheeler Cottage. We are happy to be apart of your special day. Rink and Kathy Wheeler

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• Fall Wedding

  Fall Wedding

  • Guest Bert and Mandy
  • Date of stay 10/04/12
  • Review Submitted 11/02/12
  We hosted our wedding and reception at the Wheeler cottage in October. The house was able to comfortably accommodate much of our family and guests. The large family room and heated sunroom were perfect for relaxing, and everyone enjoyed the history and character of the house. The water views were unbelievable at sunset, and the spacious property afforded plenty of space for games and lounging. The owner of the house, Rink, was so accomodating and went above and beyond to make sure that our stay and wedding day were perfect. His knowledge of the area and local businesses was invaluable in planning our wedding and reception. Overall, Rink was an exceptional host, and the beauty of the house and property far exceeded all expectations. This is the perfect venue for any gathering, wedding, or reunion. We can not wait to return!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

  Owner response: Thanks Amanda for your kind and thoughtful review. The Wheeler Cottage is a very special place and we are truly blessed. We try very hard to make sure that your stay was a pleasant one and one you will always remember. Please stop by and visit us whenever you are in the Lake Leelanau area. Again thanks, Kathy and Rink Wheeler.

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• Lovely Lakeside Retreat

  Lovely Lakeside Retreat

  • Guest MC
  • Date of stay 09/20/12
  • Review Submitted 10/31/12
  The Wheeler Cottage is an amazing place. The charming house and beautifully maintained grounds were a perfect backdrop for our wedding. My husband and I, our siblings, and 8 of our closets friends slept soundly and comfortably throughout our stay. Each bedroom has its own unique character and was comfortable and tidy. Though our ceremony and reception were initially meant to be outside, inclement weather (it hailed!) moved our small group of 35 people indoors. In the end, it was even more intimate of a gathering because of this! Dining in the beautiful great room, fireplace roaring, surrounded by the warmth of friends and family in such a beautiful place was a truly memorable experience. Mr. Wheeler & Family are incredibly accommodating and kind. The well equipped kitchen was especially remarkable in that ANYTHING needed to prepare meals was easily within reach. Freshly potted chrysanthemums appeared outside half way through our stay - a nice touch and introduction to autumn... We hope to return to the Wheeler Cottage in years to come, and would recommend it to anyone looking for an incredibly relaxing escape! Thank you Wheeler Family!!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thanks Melissa for you nice review. It was a pleasure for us to have you host your wedding at The Wheeler Cottage. It is a special place and know you will always have fond memories of your special wedding day. We very much appreciate your choosing The Wheeler Cottage. Please stop by and visit with us at any time. You are always welcomed. Kathy and Rink Wheeler

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• Wedding venue extraordinaire!

  Wedding venue extraordinaire!

  • Guest Jeff
  • Date of stay 09/13/12
  • Review Submitted 09/19/12
  My wife and I chose to have our wedding at the Wheeler cottage and what a great decision we made! This property and home are absolutely beautiful. The old-world craftsmanship, historic charm and unbeatable views were enjoyed by everyone that attended. I would not hesitate to recommend the Wheeler cottage to anyone looking for the perfect lake retreat or wedding venue on Lake Leelanau. Rink Wheeler is an exceptionally classy and helpful individual who made sure that we were totally comfortable and at ease before and during our stay. Thanks again for such a memorable weekend!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thanks Jeff and Ashley for the nice review and kind words. It was indeed a pleasure to have you and your families stay at The Wheeler Cottage. It is a remarkable place. The Wheeler family wishes you all the happiness in the world. Rink and Kathy Wheeler

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• Great Home for Vacationing the "Lake Living" Lifestyle

  Great Home for Vacationing the "Lake Living" Lifestyle

  • Guest Jim
  • Date of stay 08/11/12
  • Review Submitted 09/06/12
  A huge home with even bigger property. We had 10 adults and 9 small children, ranging from 5 years to 6 months. There was plenty of space that we did not drive each other crazy! Plenty of room to run around for kids, and the volleyball court is in great shape. Excellent views for sunsets and the dock accommodates rental boats and sun bathers. Don't leave things on the dock overnight, a steady breeze took away a life vest and cooler! There is a small sandy beach on the property and was "good enough" for some of the kids to play in, but for a real beach experience drive the 6 miles to the Big Lake near downtown Leland. 350' feet of frontage is mind blowing and a beautful view, but you really only want to access the water by this beach area or the docks. Close drive to Leland and other great places on the peninsula. The kids rang the "dinner bell" every night to let everyone know food was on. Great glass-enclosed porch was a good place to hang out on our rainy day. Both propane and gas grills available, just about all appliances and dishware you can think of are there. Rink Wheeler is one of the nicest and most attentive people you will meet. Answered multiple email questions before our trip promptly, and addressed any questions/concerns just as fast when we are at the property. We would definitely come back! Thanks again!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thanks Jim for your kind words. Glad that you and your friends and particularly your kids had a great time. The Wheeler Cottage is a very special place. Thanks again from the Wheeler family.

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• Beautiful Wedding on the Lake

  Beautiful Wedding on the Lake

  • Guest Patrick
  • Date of stay 08/22/11
  • Review Submitted 08/30/11
  We hosted our wedding at the Wheeler Cottage this summer. The house is a beautiful, well-maintained structure with exquisite detail and turn of the century charm. Just as importantly, it is large enough to entertain big groups. We were able to host several members of our wedding party. Even with every bedroom full, the place seemed quite spacious. The property itself is also quite large: we were able to hold our ceremony and reception in separate areas on the grounds with ease. We had ~90 guests though we could have easily accommodated several more. On-site parking was also sufficient. The house is situated on the Eastern shore, so sunsets are an added bonus. The owner was attentive and quite accommodating, while affording us plenty of privacy. He took the trouble to have the landscaping touched up before the big event, and was generally willing to help however necessary. We rented a 40' x 60' tent for the reception, though could have fit something bigger if needed. Had their been rain or very cold weather, we would have felt comfortable moving folks inside to the large patio and great rooms. Our guests loved the house too: many openly considered renting the property themselves for future events. We were quite familiar with the Leelanau Peninsula and selected this site carefully after viewing several others in the area. Compared to many other outdoor wedding venues in the area, we felt we were getting a great deal. Many other venues only offered single day access - and for a higher price. We were able to have a lovely vacation and wedding all in one. I can't think of any negatives about our experience. We hope to have another gathering at the Wheeler Cottage in the future.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thanks Patrick for the wonderful review! It was indeed a pleasure to have you and your family consider The Wheeler Cottage for this special occasion. One which you will remember the rest of your lives. It brings back beautiful memories when I had my daughter’s wedding here in 1999. A special day. We also had some 100+ attend. It worked out perfectly as she had her bridesmaids and close family stay with her at the cottage during the week. My best to you and to Tiffany and know that you are always welcomed anytime at The Wheeler Cottage.

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• Wheeler Cottage Vacation

  Wheeler Cottage Vacation

  • Guest Cali Family
  • Date of stay 08/13/11
  • Review Submitted 08/30/11
  To date this is our families favorite vacation. There is Something for everyone for all ages. Boating , hiking , nature walks, or just relaxation...never a dull moment. The Wheeler are very friendly and helpful! We would recommend the Wheeler Cottage on Lake Leelanau to our friends and family any day!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thanks Denise and Eddie for your nice comments. It is always great to get a "California" family to visit and enjoy our little "paradise". You are always welcomed to our home. The Wheeler family

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• Wheeler "Cottage": Unbelievabke Okace

  Wheeler "Cottage": Unbelievabke Okace

  • Guest dave
  • Date of stay 08/06/11
  • Review Submitted 08/23/11
  Our family has come from all over (UPMI, LPMI, OH, DC, NC, CT) each of the last five summers to spend a week at the Wheeler Cottage. We normally have between 12 and 16 people. The place accommodates us with ease. It is huge (the size of many places built in the early 1900s) with seven sizeable bedrooms with four baths -- plenty for a big group. We all love the closed in porch on the lake side; it's really a sunny outdoorish room. Living room and dining room are huge. Kitchen is adequate. Don't go to Wheelers if you require a modern McMansion type place. Wheelers was built in 1907 and it is old, which is its charm. Everything works just fine, but it is not in latest styles. Beyond the wonderful house, the grounds are simply not to be believed. The place has 4 acres in a square shape. There are three out-buildings -- a converted stable which is now a garage; a utility building with an extra washer and dryer; and a teeny little doll's house at the corner of the property. Among those four buildings are tons of yard for volleyball (net set up by owner), croquet, bocci ball, horseshoes and whatever else you fancy. I almost forgot; there are so many huge trees that you can always find somewhere shady to sit or whatever. The biggest are old, old cottonwoods, and there are lots of "new" (50ish year old) hardwoods. The lake side of the property has planted trees about every 15 feet, and they are now mature enough to provide an almost unobstructed 350" view of the lake. We love to sit out and just enjoy the setting, watching the lake, and enjoying the almost constant breezes. For us, the Wheeler cottage is paradise.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thanks Dave, It is a privelge to have you and your family stay at The Wheeler Cottage. All of you become part of our extended family.You are very kind in your referral, we try very hard to make you vacation as enjoyable as possible. Rink and Kathy Wheeler

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• Beautiful Cottage, Beautiful Location

  Beautiful Cottage, Beautiful Location

  • Guest Sue
  • Date of stay 07/30/11
  • Review Submitted 08/12/11
  Our extended family has been gathering each summer at Wheeler Cottage for the past five years, and we hope to return for many years to come. The cottage and grounds are just lovely, every bit as lovely as the photos posted. The large, glassed-in porch is a perfect gathering spot, and the huge expanse of surrounding lawn is beautifully maintained and bordered with large beds of colorful plantings. There is lots of room outside for children to run and for adults to relax and chat. The kitchen is wonderfully equipped, and the bedrooms are very comfortable and offer beautiful views of the lake. When we arrive, Rink greets us briefly, makes sure we have whatever we need, and then leaves us to enjoy our family time for the week. The few times we've had a question or a need, Rink has responded quickly. This is a superb property that is well-maintained and is perfect for large family gatherings!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thanks Sue for the wonderful review. It is a pleasure to have the Ford family at our special place. I do hope you choose to come back for years to come. You and your family are always welcomed. Rink Wheeler and Kathy

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• Most Beautiful Home on Lake Leelanau!!

  Most Beautiful Home on Lake Leelanau!!

  • Guest Bridgette
  • Date of stay 07/16/11
  • Review Submitted 08/08/11
  My family and I have been vacationing on Lake Leelanau for 17 years and this is the most beautiful and well maintained home of any that we have stayed at. The home is very charming and the grounds are spectacular. It's been great to be able to stay in a home that is able to accomodate all 15 of us without feeling like we're on top of each other. Looking forward to more fabulous summers to come!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thanks Bridgette for your kind review. It is always a pleasure to have your family at The Wheeler Cottage. Hope to see you back in 2012. The Wheeler family tries very hard to make your vacation as enjoyable as possible. Rink and Kathy Wheeler

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NOW BOOKING FOR 2014: PEAK weekly rate $7,500: June 21st-August 16th, 2014
2013 and 2014 OFF PEAK weeks: $6,500 per week
Off Peak rates: $3,300 for 3 nights (minimum) (plus $250 cleaning fee)
Maximum capacity 16 persons (infants 2 and under free) or 6 couples
$600 additional fee for any family/group exceeding 16 persons (owners permission)
SERVICE FEE for Weddings/Reunions $1,250
NO SMOKING    NO RV's    NO TENTS allowed without prior permission of owner

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.