At the waterfront, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 15 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 bicycle and a jetted bathtub. Families can enjoy water views from the patio while engaging in nearby adventure activities like mountain biking and snorkeling. The property is pet-friendly and located near outlets and Coldwater Lake State Park.
Highlights
Your private spa moment
A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways
Welcome to Coldwater Lake!
Hello and welcome home! We’re so glad you found us, and we would love to have you and your group enjoy everything that Coldwater Lake has to offer!
I’ve been hosting for years, and I truly love it! My goal is always to go above and beyond to make sure my guests have an amazing, comfortable, and memorable stay. I encourage you to read through all of my reviews to get an objective look at the experience our guests have enjoyed.
Over the years, our home has welcomed all kinds of wonderful groups—from family reunions and multi-family vacations to bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthday celebrations, Holiday Celebrations and more! We’ve celebrated some pretty special birthdays here, including a beautiful 90th birthday, an unforgettable 80th birthday celebration, and a fun 67th birthday party. There’s something special about bringing a big group together at the lake, and we love being part of those memories!
Your Lake Getaway
This beautiful home was built in 2007 and offers two full stories, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 9 beds, with a queen sleeper sofa being added soon.
The home currently comfortably accommodates up to 15 guests in beds, making it a fantastic option for larger families and groups who want to vacation together under one roof.
You'll also enjoy:
7 flat-screen TVs WiFi speeds over 500 Mbps 9 beds Queen sleeper sofa coming soon 2 full bathrooms Handicap-accessible bathrooms ADA-compliant shower and toilet grab bars Shower chair available if needed Walker available if needed All doors have a minimum 36-inch width Hardwood floors and tile throughout the first floor Comfortable carpet and hardwood flooring upstairs
The first floor is especially convenient for guests who may have mobility concerns, with hardwood and tile flooring, accessible bathrooms, wide doorways, and helpful equipment available upon request.
Coldwater Lake & Location
Our home is located directly beside another property, Camp Buckeye, and sits on a channel that provides approximately a 5-minute boat ride to Coldwater Lake.
You're also conveniently located near the Sandbar, if you're familiar with the Coldwater Lake area.
The neighborhood has a true lake-house atmosphere, so you will see campers, RVs, boats, and trailers throughout the area. It's part of what gives this area its fun, relaxed, summertime-lake feel.
Whether you're spending your days on the water, celebrating a milestone birthday, enjoying time with family, or simply getting away from everyday life, we hope our home feels like your home away from home.
A Few Important House Policies
We absolutely love hosting large groups and celebrations, but everyone staying at the property must be accounted for and disclosed. This allows us to properly prepare the home and ensures the property remains safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone.
The correct number of people must be listed in your reservation and the person renting the home must be at least 30 years of age. Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you to Coldwater Lake.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
$1,000 fee for smoking inside. Outside is fine
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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 rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please place all household trash in the two large brown trash receptacles with wheels located on the front side of the garage. Then, please roll both trash receptacles out to the road for pickup.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Unfortunately, we are not allowed to set off fireworks due to our location to the water and all of the boat covers and boat lift covers.
Gov't-issued ID required after booking and before check-in. The name on the ID must match the name on the reservation. Please send via VRBO inbox.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1200573vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Coldwater
Located in Coldwater, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wing House Museum and Tibbits Opera House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coldwater Lake State Park and Pokagon State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Adventure Zone, or check out an event or a game at Heritage Park Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
What The Fork - 14 min drive
Pizza King - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Subway - 13 min drive
Corner Pocket - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Coldwater Lake – Perfect for Large Gatherings & Family Getaways located?
This family-friendly Coldwater holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Coldwater Lake and Coldwater Lake State Park. Bella Vista Golf Course and East Long Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great property, spacious inside but most importantly, this host is amazing. Best host I’ve ever worked with—very friendly, easy to work with and so accommodating! We will definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! I look forward to having you back! 😀
The house was very clean and spacious. The kitchen was very stocked with spices and essential for cooking and grilling. The amount of towels was a big plus for our stay. Everyone enjoyed their time and very happy that we were able to get a large group in a comfortable home that everyone could enjoy. Thank you again for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was such a pleasure hosting your group for your bachelorette celebration. We’re so happy you chose our home for such a special weekend and that you had a fantastic time!
You were absolutely wonderful guests, and we truly appreciate how well you cared for the house. Thank you again for choosing our property, and congratulations to the bride-to-be! Wishing you all the best as you celebrate this exciting new chapter! We would be delighted to host your group again anytime.
This rental property was fantastic! We especially enjoyed all the outdoor areas to eat, play games, have a campfire, and just visit. The lovely rocking chairs on the front porch were continually in use! Would definitely recommend!
Property was clean and orderly. The owner was extremely kind and informative. He was a phone call away throughout our stay. We couldn't have been happier.
First of all, I must comment on Brian, the host. He was wonderful to work with, quick to respond to my many questions, and so patient with some of our special needs. Brian knew that we were celebrating a few special birthdays and had the fridge stocked with champagne and a cake! I’ve rented a lot of VRBO properties and Brian gets the academy award for best host!Now the house… it was perfect for our 3 generation family. Safety accommodations for the seniors, a great outdoor space for the littles to play, and everything that we could possibly need to cook, eat, and play. The information on the website showed the house accurately. What it didn’t show was how well equipped the house is. Everything a family could possibly need in the kitchen, the bathroom, and bedrooms. Also, the house was clean, directions from the host were clear, and the neighborhood seemed very safe. I’d definitely be willing to rent this house again if traveling in Coldwater.My final thought - if you have a family member with mobility issues, this house seems safe. There are grab bars in the walk in shower, first floor bedrooms and bathrooms, and only 3 steps with a railing to enter the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and incredibly kind review :) Your words truly touched me, and I can honestly say that hosting your family was an absolute pleasure.
The house and location, so close to the sandbar, worked out perfect for our long weekend getaway! Everything was as is and the place is stocked with anything you could possibly need. Communication was one of the best we’ve had in our many years of using vrbo’s, so thank you, we had a wonderful time!
Host Brian Weis went out of his way to take of us! He was easily accessible and very personable. The property had a good sized kitchen/ living room, outdoor eating, a relaxing front porch, a back patio with outdoor furniture, and the plenty of bedrooms for our group of 11. The location was close to golf, Coldwater Lake, and restaurants were no more than 15 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Thank you for your kind words!! You and your family are fantastic !! I had such an enjoyable time on the boat together. I think I took some wonderful family photos for you all, and hopefully you made memories that last forever.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Helen G.
19 Jul 2018
Fantastic getaway
We just spent 4 days at this picturesque home and only wish we had the time to have stayed longer.It was the perfect place for our family get together. The home was pristine upon our arrival. The kitchen ,as well as the rest of the house, was well equipped. The host could not have been more attentive and gracious. Always answered our inquiries promptly and readily offered recommendations regarding things to do and great restaurants to dine at. We would definitely recommend this home and host to our family and friends
We had a terrific weekend! We had a wonderful experience kayaking, boating and tubing. We collected shells and cool rocks from the sand bar. The house was perfect for our group and well- equipped and labeled (as a teacher, loved the organization). We haven’t ever stayed in the same house twice but this house ranks as a top site. Brian, the property owner, was terrific answering questions and giving us a lot of information ahead of time to be able to plan our stay. Thanks so much, Brian!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Beth F.
12 Aug 2018
great weekend!
We had a fantastic weekend at your house! From start to finish, Brian was extremely helpful and concerned that we had everything we needed. The house was very clean and even supplied with things that we weren't expecting....specifically, birthday wishes for our mom and getting pamphlets for things were were doing while there-that meant a lot, plus much more.
Great job, Brian! If ever in the area, we would definitely stay again!!!
Thank you!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Hello Beth !!! Thank you for your kind words. I am so happy that you had a wonderful weekend at my house. I really wanted to make it special for you and your sisters and your mother. I think a 90th birthday is very very amazing. Thanks again!
We had our family with us, four children with their spouses, 6 grandchildren and the house was perfect size for our stay. Brian is a great host, he communicates well and always let us know what was going on. The house has everything we needed for our stay including plenty of towels and beach towels. The house is on a channel that had easy access to the lake. Brian provided space to park our two jet skis and boat. We have the house booked for next year and are looking forward to coming back.
Literally just returned from this trip and it was so great I had to write a review immediately! First, Brian was AMAZING!! Super helpful, great communication, very accommodating. The house was very nice and suited our needs perfectly. The upstairs was a great place for the kids to have their own space with an open area with tv and sofas. Bedrooms were clean and comfortable and the bathrooms were clean and spacious. Property was great! Situated right on a channel with easy access to boat slip. Nice and spacious front yard with mature trees for plenty of shade. It was a fun and relaxing time. Coldwater Lake is also very nice with crystal clear water and big enough for tubing/skiing for the big kids and adults or splashing in the shallow waters by the sandbar for the little ones. Thanks again, Brian for opening your family lakehouse to our family. Many great memories were made and we are already thinking about doing it again next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Hello David !! Thank you for your kind words and for leaving the property so beautiful!! Your mother is a peach. ❤️❤️ She folded all of my laundry that I told her she could just throw into a closet. What a wonderful family you have !!! It probably meant the world to have all of your family together for your parents. 79 and 82 years young if I remember correctly !! Have a super weekend !! Thanks again !!! You group was such a delight.
Wow! There are so many great things to say about this rental I dont know where to start! Brian is absolutely A-MAZING to work with. He is very responsive and so welcoming. He went out of his way to ensure we had a great stay. The house had everything we needed! The house was very clean and fit our group perfectly. Having additional fridges was perfect the the huge freezer allowed us to always have ice for our coolers on hand. I loved having coffee in the morning on the porch with the fire on, heading out to the sandbar during the day to soak up the rays, and ending the day with everyone sitting around the huge fire pit laughing and enjoying each others company! A bonus to the house was having a park and game room across the way which our kids loved.
Cannot say enough about the property and the owner! One of our best rentals on VRBO! Thank you Brian! You are the best!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
Hello Melissa!! I am so happy that everyone had a fantastic weekend!! Thank you so much for your kind words!!!! I felt bad traffic was so bad for you getting here :( #airplane
What a fantastic stay!!! We rented this property for our group to stay at while in the area to celebrate my grandmother’s 90th birthday. We were the party planners and the house was the perfect place to do all of our decoration and food prep. I was so happy with the spacious kitchen and appreciated the labels so things were easy to find. There was plenty of space to spread out and everything we needed for preparing the food. I had planned to purchase disposable serving trays, but Brian said we were welcome to utilize any of the multiple beautiful ones he had. We got so many compliments! There was also so much space for everyone to get around with the 2 large bathrooms (with separate water heaters) and mirrors in every bedroom. It was fantastic to be able to utilize some of the property amenities like the kayaks, corn hole boards, and fire pit with an abundance of wood. We definitely created some wonderful memories! Our first night we were able to have an awesome family dinner under the pergola outside prepared on one of the large grills. Beyond all of the awesome features of the home, I can’t rave enough about the cleanliness! The house was immaculate! I am extremely particular about a clean space and my cousin that was with us has worked at luxury resorts is as well and we were both extremely impressed with how spotless the house was. I found the pricing to be very reasonable for the size of our group. Brian gave us a great deal! He is a fabulous host, going above and beyond my expectations. Brian even surprised us with a sunset cruise on the lake. I am so pleased with every aspect of our stay and will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Thank you for your kind words Lindie. I wish the weather would have been better during your stay, but it sounds like the party and turnout was fantastic! Thanks again! - Brian PS. It is a nice surprise to go back to the property and find it perfect and clean. You made my day :)
We were welcomed warmly into Brain's family home. Our extended family gathered together for the holiday. The home accommodated our large party nicely. With two kitchens available for cooking, many people could cook at the same time. We had a wonderful stay!
Great communication with owner. He was very gracious and accommodating with any questions we had. He went above and beyond our expectations. Would definitely rent again.
Just had an amazing getaway with my friends this weekend and this place was a big part of it. This place had everything we were looking for. It was big enough for all 16 people, the kitchen was awesome and had everything we needed, it was clean when we arrived and the property was perfect for hanging out around the house and in the front yard. One of the best amenities was being able to rent the properties boat for Saturday and even better having Brian captain it for us. Brian was happy to pick us up and drive us around the water and then hangout on the Sandbar with us when we wanted to stop. He was easily the best part renting this place, he was easy to work with, communicated with me every step of the way and while we were there he was willing to help with everything I needed. I will definitely be back whenever possibly and it might become and annual trip for my group.
We had an amazing experience renting for Brian he was so helpful with everything. Our family loved how clean the how’s was and he had 5 or everything we needed. We highly recommend booking this place. We will be back
This home & host are incredible and offer a spacious, peaceful retreat. This place is perfect for hosting family or group gatherings with multiple bedrooms/sleeping locations, several indoor/outdoor eating areas that accomdate at least 10-15 people at each, two cooking/kitchen areas, several indoor/outdoor gathering/living room areas and a wonderful front porch with many rockers. All of this enables larger families/groups to relax and spend time together with a spacious feel. The house is comfortable, beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything to make you feel right at home - from a very well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels and blankets, household items, laundry area, and yard/outside games & activities. The house and yard were immaculate when we arrived and the large bouquet of fresh flowers in the kitchen was a wonderful, personal touch. Brian is the best VRBO host we have ever had - he is very responsive and went above and beyond to meet the needs of our group and customize the experience to what we needed. For example, he made sure to have a variety of tea options available when he learned we have a lot of tea-drinkers in our group and he made sure to pick up the throw rugs and have a shower chair available for our elderly family members. I highly recommend this property & host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2021
That is the nicest review I have ever read. :) You and your family were my best guests to date!! You left the house exactly how you found it. It was so refreshing to see. I hope the wedding weekend was wonderful!!! Thank you so much for choosing my property!!!
Every year my friends and I rent a property to celebrate NYE. This cute front porched home fit 16 of us so comfortably! It is super super clean and has absolutely everything you could possibly need. Usually we end up getting to the property and the kitchen utensils and cooking materials are so scarce but this one has literally everything you can think of! Brian the owner was extremely helpful and went above and beyond for us. I honestly don’t have even one complaint. Every year there’s always something but our NYE spent in Brian’s home was absolutely perfect and everything we wanted. I could go on and on about how great the experience was but all I’m going to say is RENT IT. YOU WONT REGRET IT.
We have stayed at countless vacation homes throughout the country and in Europe. Brian is BY FAR the best host we have ever had. He thought of anything and everything we could’ve ever asked for before we even asked for it. The home is beautiful and very clean. It is spacious and well decorated. We had a large family gathering here, and there was not one complaint. The beds are all comfortable, but if you get first choice, run upstairs to the bedroom with the queen and the twin bed and snag the queen sized bed with memory foam topper before anyone else gets to it. 😉 What the neighborhood lacks in appeal (as stated in the listing, it is at the very beginning of a campground), Brian MORE than makes up for with his amazing hosting skills. You will not be sorry if you stay here. Thank you for letting us stay, and we hope to return!
Our family members had a blast! There was plenty of room and the house was very beautiful and most importantly it was very clean!! There was more than enough ( Brain home owner ) provided almost everything you can think of. There was plenty of clean towels, everything that has to do with kitchen there was everything I can go on and on with a list..... I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE!!! OUTSTANDING COMMUNICATION!! I will definitely book again!!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH BRAIN !!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you so much William!! You and your family were amazing. You left the house so clean and it was tremendous fun actually getting everything perfect for your Christmas family celebration last minute !! Thank you and your entire family for me for being so amazing and clean and awesome communicators!! Safe travels back to Florida. - B
Our vacation at this property was “over the top” unbelievable. We were staying at this home to celebrate our sons wedding. Brian was so very helpful with all of our needs and was very accommodating. His efforts made this event so much more enjoyable. The house was beautiful and the location was perfect. We hope to make this an annual vacation spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
I am SO SO glad you enjoyed it, and mostly I am glad the weather was perfect for the wedding !!!! Thank you for your kind words !!!!
Handicap Accessible bathrooms and 36” minimum hallways and doors. ADA compliant walk-in shower with grab bars. Shower chair and walker provided if needed. Toilets also have grab bars.