Charming cottage on quiet lake

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Explore the area

Climax, MI

Kellogg Arena19 min drive
Veterans Affairs Medical Center20 min drive
Firekeepers Casino20 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Second floor full

1 Double Bed

Second floor queen

1 Queen Bed

Third floor loft

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Escape to the great outdoors and stay at “The Cottage,” a charming timber frame built cabin at the end of the road on a quiet lake. This one-of-a kind cottage features 3 bedrooms and a 4th bonus room in the loft. Direct access to the lake makes it easy to enjoy any water activity or hobby. Additionally, Cold Brook County Park is just a short canoe ride across the lake, which features a swimming beach, disc golf, hiking trails, boat ramp and much more. Bring your boat and dock it right in your backyard on The Cottage’s dock. Prepare your favorite meal on the grill and roast marshmallows in the evening on the fire pit, all while enjoying the lake views and sounds of nature. This gorgeous property is the perfect reprieve for rest and relaxation! You will be taken aback with the beautiful views of the quiet and calm Portage Lake. Additionally, you will be just 10 minutes from Battle Creek and 15 minutes from Kalamazoo!

The Property
Sleeps 9
Bedroom 1 (main floor): Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (second floor): Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (second floor): Full bed
Loft (third floor): 2 Twin beds
Living Room (main floor): Twin sofa sleeper
Pack n play also available

Main living space features an open, three story timber frame ceiling with views to the second and third levels. Decorated throughout with antiques and unique furniture pieces. The Cottage creates an atmosphere for your perfect cabin retreat. The Cottage boasts all the comforts of home, including a flat screen tv.

The open-floor layout connects the fully equipped kitchen, dining area and living room. Create a home cooked meal utilizing the Cottage’s appliances. With a 6-person dining room table indoors and 10 foot picnic table on the deck, there is plenty of space to enjoy a meal with your loved ones!

You are sure to fall in love with the outdoor space! Lounge on the deck, fish off the private dock and wick you worries away at The Cottage.

Property manager

Jon and Tonya Bolton

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor Space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours enforced after 10:00 pm

Keep outdoor music to acceptable levels

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Climax

Located in Climax, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Custer State Recreation Area and Kalamazoo River, while Barn Theatre and Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center are cultural highlights. Kingman Museum and Binder Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Climax, MI

What's nearby

Kellogg Arena - 19 min drive
Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 20 min drive
Firekeepers Casino - 20 min drive
Wings Event Center - 20 min drive
Binder Park Zoo - 21 min drive

Getting around

Battle Creek Transportation Center - 19 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 14 min drive
Starbucks - 14 min drive
Time Out Lounge - 13 min drive
Mancino's Pizza & Grinders - 14 min drive
Dig-In Cafe & Catering - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage on quiet lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on quiet lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on quiet lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on quiet lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Kalamazoo River and within 12 mi (20 km) of Barn Theatre and Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center and Willard Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

Sep 4, 2023

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

Quiet, serene get-away

I have rented a different lakehouse every Labor Day weekend for many years and this is one of our faves. The decor will definitely appeal to antique lovers. The large deck is lovely. The lake is very quiet (no wake) and peaceful. We enjoyed taking the paddle boat out on the water. Not great swimming off the dock (overgrown weeds and such), but we took the boat out to the middle of the lake to swim. We were able to fish right off the dock. The water in the cottage has a bit of a smell and metallic taste, so I reccomend bringing bottled water for drinking. No air conditioning, but the cottage is very shaded and stayed cool enough. All in all, a great little escape for me and my family!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn D.

Aug 7, 2023

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

Will be back!

We had a relaxing Moms weekend at the Cottage and Absolutely loved our stay!! We plan to make it an annual trip! Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Jul 30, 2023

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

The property was great! The only downfall was no AC.

We loved the property and location! Very quiet. The location was perfect for the groomsmen for my daughters wedding and for my daughter and new son in law on their wedding night! The only thing was there was no AC and the guys that stayed upstairs was hot an did not sleep well because of it! But the weather was really hot! Suggest bringing fans for the upper bedrooms.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Jul 10, 2023

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

Secluded relaxation

Great place to get away from the city and fish, hang out with family and friends on the multi-level porch or spacious main floor, and watch eagles and sunsets! Inside is a nostalgic trip of regional American history and a nod to the agriculture so prevalent in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

sherry r.

Jul 9, 2023

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

Water

Our stay was great, however there was no mention of the horrible smell of the water. We purchased water for drinking and showered at my son's house which was only 15 minutes away. We managed just fine. We generated more trash than the can provided. Overall we loved it. Reminded me of better times from my youth. We felt safe and neighbors were nice.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023