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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gravel Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Lawton, MI
  • Place, Gravel Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards Winery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Michigan University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Channel House...

“Channel your dream vacation”
A three bedroom two bath house on the channel at Gravel Lake in Lawton Michigan. Less than two hours from Chicago, this beautiful home sleeps eight, has a two slip dock and available lake equipment. Gravel Lake accommodates all lake activities including boating, swimming, skiing, tubing and fishing. The Lake is considered the best ice fishing location in southwest Michigan. So stop dreaming and book your reservations now. We don’t nickel and dime our guests. You will pay only our nightly rate, a nominal cleaning fee and the fee charged to you by VRBO. We cover all other expenses including taxes and other fees from VRBO.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn heat to 65 in winter and air conditioning to 82 in the summer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4782337ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Lawton

Located in Lawton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Lawton Golf Club and St. Julian Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sora Meadows and Gravel Lake. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Lawton, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Warner Vineyards Winery - 14 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Oasis Hot Tub Gardens - 30 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Western Michigan University - 32 min drive - 54.7 km
  • South Beach - 52 min drive - 77.3 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 38 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big T Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Final Gravity Brewing Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wakey Jake’s - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Channel House... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Channel House...?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Channel House... on Sep 8, 2026 start from $257, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Channel House...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Channel House...?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Channel House... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Gravel Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Woolfe Park and Lawton Golf Club. Lake of the Woods and St. Julian Winery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well stocked with everything you need for an enjoyable stay.. would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at this property. It is a beautiful and well kept place and we hope to continue visiting for many years!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for my family nearby. Love watching the turtles sun themselves by the dozen! Great access to Lawton and Paw Paw. House accommodates all needs and owners are on spot for any needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Very flexible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always an amazing time when we stay at The Channel House.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

Such a cute cottage with the feeling of being at Grandma's house! We had a great long weekend relaxing, talking, and soaking up the sun.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the lake

We had a wonderful stay at the lake. Everything was as advertised. Would definitely recommend. We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at The Channel House was wonderful! Sue and her crew never disappoint us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hope to come back next year. Great spot!!!Kayaking was fun. And enjoyed fishing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was big and comfy. Beautiful waterway out back. Sue was a great help with all questions we had!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. A couple issues but resolved by Sue.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liss D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great friend getaway

2 lifelong friends and I shared many laughs in this home. We enjoyed the lake and the quietness of this location. The owners were awesome with their communication throughout our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great weekend getaway.

Just an overall great time with good people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet here on the channel cul-de-sac, very few boats out and about this late in the season. Foggy morning was very neat over the water. Anyone looking for a good restaurant -- La Cantina in Paw Paw does Italian well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

For us the location was close to other family members and was perfect. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sage H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend

Place was perfect for a weekend away. Location was nice. We enjoyed the back deck when weather allowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This property was perfect for my family, great location and the owners were extremely easy to communicate with. The water was so nice in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

It was very nice place to stay. We enjoyed our weekend
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

There were 5 of us and there was plenty of room. The water view was great. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Channel House

Another great stay at this amazing house. We can’t wait to visit again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gravel lake

Very cute and cozy perfect getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pamela W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, Secluded and just about perfect.

We had a wonderful time at the lake house. Our second stay and we will be back. It was comfortable, clean and perfect for four old friend to meet up and relax. Thank you for letting us stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2024
Hi Pamela, glad you enjoyed your second stay. We noted you only rated us with one star, are there some improvements we could make or was that just an accident 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best rental on the channel!

This is our second stay at The Channel House and its a perfect spot to stay at Gravel Lake. Clean and well maintained, easy to access and the beds are comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIM B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Golf Getaway

The accomations were great. The place was just a described. Due to the location of the Channel house, there were several excellent golf courses with a 30 minute drive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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Hosted by Andy, Kathryn and Sue

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