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Family Fun Relaxing at Pristine Lake Cottage

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Stylish lake home creates cozy get-away
Queen bedroom with lake views
Twin XLs beds can convert to King
Casual or formal dining options
Large yard with many amenities to enjoy
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Hastings, MI
  • Popular LocationHastings Country Club8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTyden Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFish Hatchery Park11 min drive
  • AirportGrand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Queen Bedroom with lake view

Twin XL bedroom

1 bathroom

Full bathroom with spa-like walk in shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Family Fun Relaxing at Pristine Lake Cottage

The stunning views of Middle Lake will greet you as you walk into this immaculately maintained 2 bedroom 1 bathroom lakefront home with private outdoor patio and sand bottom beach. We are located 5 miles (7 minutes) north of Hastings, Michigan, voted one of the 100 Best Small Towns in America, with many restaurants, retail stores, and local events.

Whether you are looking for a fun family escape or a beautiful serene location while staying connected to work with blazing fast internet, you will enjoy what Middle Lake living has to offer.

The interior of the home is beautifully decorated in coastal causal decor with an airy open kitchen, dining area and living room boosting 180-degree views of Middle Lake. With 2 bedrooms (one queen size bed and another with 2 twin-XL beds) you can expect to comfortably sleep 4 adults/children. An additional day bed and/or a luxury air mattress available upon request allowing you to sleep 5 guests. The 2 twin -XL beds can be configured to a King size by the host with advance notice. A walk-in spa-like shower, full size washer/dryer, home office w/high speed internet, large closets for storage, central air-conditioning, fully stocked kitchen and coffee/tea bar will delight you in your home away from home. Accommodations include a large recreation game room: SmartTV, xbox, wifi, movies, comfy chairs, fireplace, refrigerator, air hockey and ping pong.

Enjoy swimming or lounging with a sandy private beach (75 ft) or fishing on our all-sports 134-acre lake where water skiers, tubers and personal watercraft are welcomed. For outdoor fun we provide yard games, volleyball net, two bikes w/helmets, two kayaks, a swim platform, fishing dock, fishing poles, water toys, hammocks, outdoor patio with lights, gas grill, outdoor hot water shower and everything you need for a cozy campfire with complimentary S'mores kit and firewood at water's edge. Bring your boat (DNR maintained public boat launch next door). There's plenty of room to park your boat trailer on-site. Or, contact a local boat rental company. They will deliver/set up a pontoon rental to our dock for you! Contact us for a list of local options.

The owners live in the adjacent property for your convenience.

We offer a 10% discount for guests choosing to stay 6 or more nights.

Middle Lake Vacations is ideal for a small family with active teenagers, a couple or two who want an upscale relaxing vacation experience with beautiful lake to enjoy, or grandparents who are seeking someplace fun to vacation with active grand kids. Never a dull moment at Middle Lake Vacations!

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**Newly Installed award winning REME HALO® whole home in-duct air purifier with dual ionizers to reduce airborne particulates kills up to 99% of bacteria, mold and viruses including Covid-19 The REME® reduces sneeze germs by 99% in the time a sneeze can reach three feet and provides whole home purification.**

Property manager

Kim Johnson

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Exterior
Charming Lake Front Cottage
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, (29 reviews)
Charming Lake Front Cottage

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Small family gathering - only if Owner approval

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside patio area is allowed.
Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement
$250 Security Deposit 'hold' Required

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
Note from host: Small family gathering - only if Owner approval
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Hastings

Located in Hastings, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Hastings Country Club and Centennial Acres Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center and Yankee Springs Recreation Area. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Hastings, MI

What's nearby

  • Hastings Country Club - 8 min drive
  • Tyden Park - 9 min drive
  • Fish Hatchery Park - 11 min drive
  • Gun Lake - 30 min drive
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Three Brothers Pizza - 13 min drive
  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Culver's - 12 min drive
  • Little Caesars Pizza - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Time!!
This property had EVERYTHING that one would need to ensure a wonderful time for all. My 20 year old son enjoyed the Kayaks and my husband and I had fun on the paddleboat. In addition, Kim had everything that one might forget and require a run out for. That was a wonderful touch! We enjoyed fires in the firepit and loved the outdoor dining area. On our one rainy day, we all had fun in the rec room with ping pong- air hockey and video games. Kim was great to communicate with and made everything so easy. Thanks so much for a wonderful week! (Highly recommend :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lake life gem - impeccable host & everything you need.
We were so fortunate to discover this wonderful gem of a rental for our family vacation in August. We knew Kim was amazing when she sent us an email in advance of our trip to ensure every one of our family members had something to look forward to. The house is beautifully decorated and inviting. From the coffee bar (what a treat!) to the game closet, to a fully stocked kitchen, this rental has everything you need. And her personal touches made you feel so special. The lake was quiet and peaceful, wonderful for swimming and even great fishing right off the dock. Downtown Hastings is delightful and the trip to Grand Rapids is in easy driving distance. I almost don't want everyone to know how great this place is! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The whole experience was amazing from the great location, beautiful house, and the special touches Kim added for us and our children. We utilized all the amenities from the swim dock, kayaks, volleyball, swing and hammock, to the fire pit for s’mores and nightly bonfires. Also, the game room with air hockey and so many fun things for the kids to do. We can not wait to come back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding lake cottage
We had a fantastic stay at this VRBO on Middle Lake! The cottage was immaculately decorated and super clean!!!! Our hostess Kim thought of every detail and more. We were overwhelmed by the special touches like the s’mores supplies and the specialty coffee provided. Highly recommend this fantastic VRBO!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Great stay at this location! Kim was great to work with and accommodating. Everything was there that we needed plus loved the extra touches like the coffee bar and s’mores station. Rode bikes, paddled cayaks, floated in lake. Nice lake location with plenty to satisfy everyone in our family. Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kim Johnson

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My name is Kimberly (call me Kim). I was born and raised in Hastings, Michigan. My husband and I met in high school and graduated in the same Hastings High school class. We both value a small-town family focused way of life and are grateful our careers and have allowed us to return to Hastings, Michigan in beautiful Barry County Michigan. We take great pride in offering you a upscale vacation experience from our welcome gifts to exceptionally clean home with every detail considered in the amenities we provide. This pristine home has been in our family as a summer lake house for nearly 15 years as well as the adjacent house (my parents) and the third house nearby is our personal lake home. You will enjoy the serenity of the location with very quiet neighbors (my parents) and happy to suggest Things to Do in our beloved hometown.

We are an active family with two teenage boys who enjoy water sports, fishing, hunting, hanging out with friends and adventure. You will find Middle Lake Vacations is ideally suited for similar active families.

My husband Mike works as a Financial Advisor but also assists the Barry County Sheriff department. I am a pharmacist and director of a neurology-focused medical science liaison team for a pharmaceutical company based out of Indianapolis. We live in Alto, Michigan (20 minutes away) and own a similar lake house one house over from this rental. My parents' full-time home is adjacent to this house. Someone is available 24/7 to assist any needs.

Why they chose this property

Middle Lake has had special meaning to us our entire lives. I grew up on a dairy farm less than 3 miles away and my husband’s grandpa was an avid fisherman at Middle Lake (especially ice fishing). The story is that he was fishing on Middle Lake when Mike’s grandma went into labor for Mike’s Mom. Middle Lake is the perfect size for a relaxing getaway with all the excitement and fun of an all-sports lake.

At 134 acres with a public boat launch nearby, we find our small speed boat (17 ft) and any size pontoon is a great way to spend a day or week. Excellent for fishing and lake kayaking, the diversity of things to do makes Middle Lake Vacations never a boring moment.

We look forward to hosting you at our beloved Middle Lake Vacation home and sharing suggestions of Things to Do in the surrounding area.

What makes this property unique

This newly updated lake home is ideal for a small family with active kids or 2-3 couples seeking a fun yet relaxing escape.

Custom office space designed to allow you to stay connected with high speed internet while the family plays in the water or marvels at the one-of-a-kind game room garage. Every detail as been considered in this pristine lake home that includes fully stocked kitchen, gas grill, fire pit + firewood, garage converted to game room, outdoor patio, bikes, kayaks, fishing gear and so much more!

The mornings will great you with the calm tranquil water of Middle Lake, just perfect for an early AM kayak around the 134 acre lake, or bring your fishing boat and catch some fish before others are awake. Mid day is great for longing in the water, sunbathing and relaxing in a hammock. If you seek local culture, check out our many local museums, zoos and historic sites in Hastings, Michigan and the surrounding area.

Evening sunsets are photo worthy (#middlelakevacations). You will find nothing more special than sharing time with loved ones, exchanging stories, and relaxing around an evening campfire while roasting marshmallows with a complimentary smores kit.

Lake living at it's finest. Nothing better than planning your next vacation at Middle Lake in beautiful West Michigan!
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