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Great Place for family get away

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A wooden dock leading to a house with a deck and a garage.
A kitchen with a brick wall, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a view of a body of water, and a skylight.
A nighttime outdoor area with string lights, a wooden deck, and a stone pathway leading to a building with a covered patio.
A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a lake view.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Newaygo, MI
  • Place, Hess Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom

4 Queen Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Great Place for family get away

Welcome to our cherished "Happy Place" – a name earned by the multitude of ways you can relish the serene lakefront ambiance. Here, you'll discover a walk-in sandy beach to the inviting lakeside fire pit, an al fresco dining haven, a cozy outdoor lounge, and a sunroom that offers picturesque views of the all sports Hess Lake.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
No parking on grass areas near road as they are the septic and drain field for the property.
No bachelor/bachelorette groups allowed.
Fireworks are not allowed on property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2963495vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Newaygo

Located in Newaygo, this cottage is on a lake. Hardy Dam County Marina and Waters Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Newaygo State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Hess Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brooks Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 41 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 48 min drive - 77.0 km
  • Grand Valley State University - 48 min drive - 75.0 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tiny's Tasty Treats - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Place for family get away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Place for family get away ?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Place for family get away on 9 Sept 2026 start from £1,229, 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 at Great Place for family get away ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Place for family get away ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Place for family get away ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Place for family get away located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Hess Lake. Brooks Lake is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Jim Nutt

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Rene' and I native to the West Michigan area and enjoy the all the wonderful seasons we have here. We are the proud parents of 3 boys who's schedules make it difficult to get to our "happy place", so hoping to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

We love Hess Lake because it feels like up north, but is still close to everything. Great local stores are minutes away and Grand Rapids is only about 45 minutes away. The lake has two sandbars when we feel social and an on-lake restaurant if we didn't take anything out for dinner.

What makes this property unique

The cottage has both large spaces for groups to gather and smaller spaces for those that needs some space away. Whether your preference is sun or shade, you can always find both at the shore.

According to records, our property was originally called Dadd's Inn and it has been rumored that Al Capone would stay at Dadd's Inn

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