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Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok

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A hammock on a wooden deck with a view of a grassy yard and trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, grey cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a view of greenery through the windows.
A kitchen with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a marble countertop.
A modern living room with a stone wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dog.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dog sitting on a couch, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Elk Lake
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Place, Lake Skegemog
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
5 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Single Bed

Other Space 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok

"Great Escape" is the perfect name for this home. There is relaxation and lots of country fun at this wonderful private location just off Lake Skegemog in the Rapid City/Elk Rapids area. The Great Escape was originally an up north camp in the mid-1960s/70s and now serves as a charming northern retreat. Take your family back in time to when kids played outside and adults relaxed on the porch sipping iced tea on warm summer days. Featuring a total of 3-bedrooms and 3.5-bathrooms in the main house, you can bring the whole family, plus there are two rustic bunk houses outside that are great for kids or adventurous adults. The house is two stories. (New kitchen summer 2022)

Enjoy the great outdoors with many fun family activities or relax on the large front porch to take in the beautiful country views.

Dogs welcome. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. No smoking. Window air conditioner upstairs only.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bed 3: double bed

Two bunk houses with bunk beds and a queen bed.

OUTDOORS: deck/patio, grill, lawn/garden, outdoor play area, badminton, climbing wall, hammock, fire pit, mini baseball field, outdoor games, outdoor shower, porch, near lake, exceptional views

INDOORS: WIFI, board games, flat panel TV, DVD player, CD player, stereo system, fireplace

KITCHEN: coffee maker, dishes & utensils, dishwasher, microwave, oven, pantry items, refrigerator, stove, toaster, dining table, kitchen island, cookware, spices

GENERAL: washer & dryer, linens & towels, window A/C, fans, smoke alarms, heating

PARKING: 7 spaces

-- POLICIES –

- Dogs are allowed with a fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3638447
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Skegemog - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Elk Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 35 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Joe's Bar & Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Skegemog and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Torch Lake. Elk Lake and Torch River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raye Z.

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

Perfect location A

The location was perfect for us. One in our party is a kayak enthusiast and with so many choices on where to launch and paddle, he was a very happy person. Nearby Beaches are quiet and beautiful which is a plus for us snd we enjoyed the small town feel of towns nearby. There was plenty of room to spread out in this rental too which made it feel home-like. We had a very good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
So nice that you enjoyed this location and found many kayaking opportunities!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lara S.

Huge beautiful property, a remote oasis!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is the second time we have stayed at the Great Escape and it was just as great as the first time! Kitchen is renovated and well equipped. Beds comfortabe and plenty of linens provided. Massive yards for playing any sport you can think of! Highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
Thank you! We are thrilled to know that you returned to this great home! We look forward to year #3!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

CAROL M.

Wonderful Vacation Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was in great shape and had everything we needed. Dishes, pots and pans and cooking essentials all in great condition. The children loved the outdoors and all the games that came with the house.We enjoyed the fire pit and all the hammocks. House is a perfect location near all the chain of lakes, wineries, shopping and dining. Would definitely rent again when and if the occasion arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We look forward to your return! Thank you for taking time to share your experience.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Waukesha, WI

True to name...a great escape!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic front porch and kitchen. Tons of on property activities, board games and fun. Skegemog access walkable and better water than expected. Amplespace including bedrooms and bathrooms for a party of 8 with constant visitors. Would suggest better insect control as ants and earwigs are quite prevalent in the house. A bit overpriced (probably higher due to bed count) as not on the water.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
We are glad to know that you enjoyed this home and all of the amenities . Housekeepers are vigilant about vacuuming and dusting up bugs. But they are sneaky they come back to visit after we leave. We base our rates on comparable area homes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Family reunion

We were in the Elk Lake area for a long-awaited family reunion. We have family members with a house on the lake nearby, so were already familiar with the area. The house went beyond expectations with a mix of lovely updated features (particularly the kitchen which is stocked with excellent cooking supplies) and cozy old-school camp style. The house is full of books (classics from Hemingway through Harry Potter), board games (lots of current strategy games) and cozy hang out nooks in and out of the house. The front porch is a great spot any time of day to sit in the Adirondack chairs and watch the sunrise, spot the deer in the field across the street or eat at the picnic table. There is no wifi which can be tricky for those like me with limited data or my husband who had to keep working while on our trip. There is an excellent public library in Elk Rapids with good wifi and an excellent, helpful staff. The house is not on the water but Elk Rapids has a great public beach right in town with free parking and easy access. A lot of the beach is sandy in the water but wearing water shoes are a good idea for avoiding the occasional sharp or slippery rocks and shells. Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

Great place for a crowd

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented this home for 3 families visiting from Australia and Ohio. The facilities were perfect for our needs. We had 6 adults, 2 older teens and two younger children.Our only problem was around the communication with the rental agent. We received specific instructions, the day before the rental, telling us that there was a key safe and giving us the combination. We spent quite some time searching for the key safe and then discovered that the back door was unlocked and the key was on the kitchen bench. Also, we were told that there would be no supplies in the rental. We made a trip to the supermarket before hand and spent several hundred dollars purchasing everything from salt & pepper to paper towels only to find when entering the property that it was well stocked and we only needed to top up the supplies.All up, we would be thrilled to stay in this property again on our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We are pleased to know that you would stay at this home again, and that it was perfect for your needs! We do apologize about your experience in accessing the home. We have spoken to the housekeeper. Regarding supplies, in order to ensure that all guest are prepared to have the kitchen supplies they prefer, we advise all guest to plan accordingly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

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

Fantastic Home! Would love to stay here again.

The house was really great! The home is located on a quiet street that dead ends at the lake. We didn't spend too much time there, but we walked to the end of the road and our boys took an impromptu swim. Note- there isn't much beach area. The front porch was fantastic. We enjoyed morning coffee and an evening glass of wine watching the many deer just across the road. My children had a great time in the hammock swings. We also enjoyed the many yard activities, and wish we had more time to just enjoy the house/yard! The interior of the house was also great. The kitchen is beautifully redone and we enjoyed cooking there. They had everything we needed to cook our meals- thank you! There are two family room areas in the main house, and although we didn't spend that much time inside during our stay, we loved the comfortable couches and being able to relax. There is one bedroom on the first floor, which has access to the main bathroom. It has a full-size bed. I would strongly encourage they consider putting a Queen size bed there! It worked well for my sibling/sister in law and the room easily accomodated our pack and play for their small baby! With them downstairs, we didn't even hear the middle of the night crying from upstairs. Upstairs, to the right there is a bedroom with a Queen bed and it's own nicely refinished bathroom. To the left, there is a small sitting area, a small bedroom (twin bed with a pull out trumble bed) and then a very large master bedroom with a comfortable King Size bed. The bathroom is located in the Master. There are two AC units upstairs (Master and Queen bedrooms). Thankfully, it wasn't very hot while we were there, but I could imagine it might get warm upstairs at the height of the summer. They did provide fans which was helpful. Some of the photos online are a bit confusing. There are two additional structures/houses in addition to the main home. The first has a Queen size bed. The second is a camp-style with bunks. It's PERFECT for a bit older children, ours were a bit young to stay out there by themselves. Overall, this was a great place to stay for our family vacation! We would absolutely stay again. The location is great, there is so much to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mary D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

It was okay

The property has a nice, well equipped kitchen. The location is isolated and picturesque. It's about 15 min to Elk Rapids and 5 min to Torch Lake Bridge. The front porch is a nice place to sit but dangerous for small children since there is no railing. The kids couldn't play on the trampoline because it was covered with sap from the trees but they enjoyed the hammocks. The bedroom on the first floor is private but the bed is full size so it could be a tight fit for two adults. There is a sink in the first floor bedroom which was convenient. There are A/C window units in the upstairs bedrooms but it was down in the 50's and 60's at night during our mid-July stay so we were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

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

Relaxing vacation with extended family

We had a great time at this property! We stayed here with my parents, our kids and my brother's kids. The house is large and comfortable, with tons of toys and games in case of a rainy day (including a HUGE assortment of Legos, all in color-sorted bins, that the kids played with for hours). The front porch is wonderful to sit and eat on. The kitchen is small but has everything you need to cook for a crowd. Note, the house isn't super close to a swimmable beach - the lake you can walk to doesn't have a beach nearby. But there are nice beaches within a close drive of the house. There are also tire swings, many hammocks, lawn games, a baseball diamond - tons of fun stuff to do around the house. The kids had a great time sleeping in the bunk house too. The property management company was the only downside. They provide generic information for all of their properties, some of which was inaccurate (for example - it says there's no food or supplies at all in the kitchen, in fact there are spices, oil, vinegar, and staples). They didn't put out the hot coals in the fire ring from the previous guests, and one of the kids got a very bad burn because they stepped into the ring (not realizing the coal was there because it was covered by ashes). The previous guests hadn't put out the trash to be picked up, so the bins were totally full, but the property managers insisted that we put additional trash on top of the full bins so that they were seriously overflowing when the trash pick up service came.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We are pleased that you enjoyed all of the amenities of this home. We must advise all guest to supply their own condiments to be sure everyone is well prepared. This is the first we heard of the fire ring issue as well as the trash. We have advised our housekeepers.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

GREAT PLACE!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at the Chippewa house. Accommodated everyone and the bunk house was a hit with all the kids. The location is very convenient to both Elk Lake and Torch Lake. Kitchen area small for the size of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you - we are pleased to hear that the kids enjoyed the unique bunk house!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sande B.

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

Michigan Get Away

It was a perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful area with privacy due to Covid 19. The little ones had a blast exploring the property and surrounding lakes. We hope to go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell V.

What a treat!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had 11 adults and seven kids. There was plenty of room to run and play and lots of games provided. The lakes were all very close and we had a really great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
So glad your family has space to spread out at this property!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Anya E.

Extended family getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was nice and clean when we arrived. The kitchen was small but everything worked well. The yard was fantastic with the two chair swings and kickball field! The bedrooms were good as well as the fox bunk house. We were not able to use the larger of the two bunk houses because the screens needed repair and allowed bugs in the bunk house. We spoke to someone the day we checked in and asked for repair however, no one came so we had to fit everyone in the house which we were not planning on. The property was about four miles from a great beach on Torch Lake which we loved! All in all a nice house, only complaint would be the bunk house was not usable for sleeping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Michael G.

We had a fun time at Great Escape. BUT.....

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you are considering this property, it’s probably because you have a large party to accommodate. Note that there is NO central air. There are 3 window AC units. One in the upstairs master (2 people), another in the upstairs guest room (3 people) and one in Cabin A (2 people). That means the remaining 11 guests will have to endure the summer heat at night. Cabin B that accommodates 8 people does not have an AC unit and feels 10 degrees hotter than the outside temp. During moderate temperatures, the house would be fantastic. Great location, property size and amenities (kitchen supplies, outdoor games, books to read, fire pit, climbing wall, picnic bench, hammock, horse shoes etc.) Finally, it should’ve been disclosed that there was a septic issue at the time. It looks like there was run off from the septic tank. From the tank down to the front lawn there was hay and noticeable work that was done. The kids were playing in the hay not knowing that it had absorbed some of that run off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying at Great Escape and your thoughts on the house. Most importantly we want to state the owners of this home take great care of it. A new drain field was added which tore up the landscape which in turn grass seed was planted and hay was placed to keep it in place. There was no septic issue. The septic tank is below the ground. It does not perk up and out. Water goes into the drain field and away from the house. We are sorry if you thought it was waste. We do not advertise this home with central air. It is listed as window air.This summer had some pretty oppressive heat and humidity Even homes with central air couldn't keep up with the heat.
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8/10 Good

Jenifer A.

Reunion

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall good. Would have been nice if the grass had been mowed and house treated for ants. Bedroom is shed like building attached to garage was more rustic than represented and had a wasp nest in it, one of the guests was strung.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback and we are sorry for the issues you encountered during your stay. Rest assured, the wasp's nest will be taken care of! Also, ants are unfortunately very prevalent up north during the summer and we will definitely set some traps. The cabin has been updated 2018 and a new memory foam mattress too. There is also now a window a/c.
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8/10 Good

Larissa D.

Family Reunion Up North

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, this was a great experience. The property was amazing, with so many outdoor activities and that huge patio. While it was clean, we did have some bug issues. Pest control came quickly to take care of wasp nests, but the bunk house and small cottage need some upkeep and cleaning. It is tricky to keep them completely pest free, but the cobwebs could be removed/dusted out. We also couldn't tell if blankets had been washed, or just sheets? If staying with a large group, as we did, be aware that there are really only two beds for couples, a king and a queen. One couple slept on twins and the other out in the little cabin. This was a fun, rustic, spot, but the bed is truly awful to sleep on for a week. It is just a mattress, no spring underneath it, and it was terrible. The kids loved the bunkhouse, and we had no issues with being too hot or too cold, and no one got wet in the storms we had. We loved being outside and playing kickball, badminton, running around, the hammocks. The trash cans were completely full when we arrived and they did come to remove stuff for us. We left them out for Friday pick up, but then by Sunday when we left, we left them almost entirely full. Might need to work on that for future guests. The area is stunning, so many options within a half hour-one hour drive. The door on the patio did not close completely, and was never actually locked, so that should be fixed. Anyone could have gotten in. Overall a fun property, great for lots of kids, but need more bed options for couples, and keep the outdoor sleeping spaces cleaner.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Great Escape. For 2018 the single guest cabin will get a face lift and a new mattress. For the summer of 2018 window a/c has been added to the Fox cabin. Bugs are the bane of our existence here in the north. Bugs bugs everywhere! We are sorry about that. We will have homes sprayed for wasps. More totes will be added in 2018 for the garbage. Thanks so much and we hope to have you visit again.
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10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Perfect Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house and yard were clean and well taken care of. Plenty of room for a large crowd. We loved all the yard games and hammocks. Really close to both Torch, Elk, and Skegamog lake. I will definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Great Escape is sure a perfect home for having a big group or gathering with family. We are glad you had so much fun.
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10/10 Excellent

brenda o.

FABULOUS!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had 17 family members (9 of them being children) none of us ever felt crowded. The children had endless things to do, never once did any of them say " Im bored" We had day trips planned, location seemed pretty central. We all agreed if we ever wanted to go back to this area we would definitely choose this rental again.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the kids were never bored. We hope you will be coming back to see us soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Great property for extended family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at the Great Escape. The property itself kept everyone occupied, especially the kids. The Eagle cabin was perfect for the eight grandkids. The house was clean, the kitchen was very functional, and the gas grill was brand new. The only things I would change would be 1) put a showerhead in the 2nd upstairs bath, and 2) I wish it was closer to the water. 0.5 mile walk. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We are glad you had a great stay and will check on the shower head and wish we could make the home closer to the water but that one is impossible :) Hope you will be back again to stay with us soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Britton H.

Great Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
We are glad you had an enjoyable stay! Come back and see us again!
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10/10 Excellent

Family gathering to attend a TC wedding!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We did enjoy staying at the Lake Skegamog house. It gave us the opportunity to socialize together over morning coffee on the porch and breakfast before going off for our wedding activities. We did get to eat at Pearl's in Elk Rapids and at Short's Brewery in Bellaire. We highly recommend both. Time at the beach and wine tasting rounded out the time that we had left over from the wedding. The house location was an advantage for these activities. Our only disappointment was that we were led to believe that there were 2 queen beds in the main house and there was only one. We had to rearrange sleeping asignments because of this.
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10/10 Excellent

Jillian C.

Fourth of July Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was an awesome spot for a weekend away with many friends, lots of sleep space and tons of outdoor activities and space. Would definitely recommend this spot.
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8/10 Good

Rustic country living

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice, private country home, with a Up North camp feel. Worked perfectly for a bunch of guys on a golf outing. Would stay again.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Great Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It should be very clear in the ad that there is no central air and only window air conditioners in the upstairs. It was 97 degrees while we were there and very uncomfortable. It would be helpful if there was information in the house about locations of beaches nearby (took us 2 days to find a large public beach)and other attractions and activities. The house is in more of a remote location than we had anticipated. The lake access that is noted in the ad is nothing more than a drop off at the end of the street (as far as we could tell). We did enjoy the stay and the large grounds around the house.
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8/10 Good

Great Stay with a couple of issues

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pleasant stay and great property. Disappointed that the trash from the previous tenant was left right by the back door. We ended up moving it by it still smelled and was terrible to deal with all week. Upstairs shower leaked into mud room. Door to mud room bath wouldn't work. Fridge kept going off, but it was also extremely hot out.

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