"Star Gazer" cottage on Lakeside Matteson Lake. All sports with a dock!
Peace and quiet on all sports Matteson Lake. Enjoy your time at our lakeside retreat. Whether it's some family time you are looking for or some time away with friends, this is the cottage for you. This two bedroom, one bath has sleeping for 8! This home is situated on spring fed, all sports Matteson Lake. Our property has the advantage of a shallow entrance for swimming for all ages. We offer free high speed internet, 2 kayaks, and a 4 person paddle boat! Whether you want to swim, boat, fish, or relax around the fire pit, this home has many options. There are smart tv's in the bedrooms, along with one in the living room. The kitchen features a self cleaning oven and a dishwasher. There is a smart lock for easy access and personalized security. We have a washer and dryer in the unit, along with 2 window air conditioners. We offer travel size shampoo and soap. Smoking is allowed outdoors. The parking on this lot is 15' x 32' at the smallest point. It can fit 2 small vehicles or one truck or large SUV. The smart TV's have limited over-the-air stations, but the tv's are programmed to reset after every guest, allowing you to log into your own streaming services or Tubi, Freevee, etc. are available and free. There are no cable stations offered. The outdoor area has its private dock and swimming area. Two kayaks and a four person paddle-boat, along with life- jackets are provided.
Property manager
Bill Lakeman
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please gather all linens and start the laundry. Pods are near the wash machine.
Please take the trash to the outside receptacle. Insure all windows and doors are closed and locked.
Please set the ac to 70 or the heat to 60. Please turn off bedroom air conditioner.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We love our pets, but please pick up their messes, inside and outside, place in the outside receptacle. Please do not allow any pets on the furniture
There will be additional fees for damage to the furniture, excessive messes, or other damaged, stained, missing, or torn items.
Due to our cleaning schedule, late check-out is not an option without prior approval. We do require $75/hour due to back-charges by housekeeping.
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Bronson
Located in Bronson, this cottage is on the waterfront. Palmer Lake Beach and Lepley Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colon Community Park and Adventure Zone. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bronson, MI
What's nearby
Palmer Lake - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
Gilead Lake - 31 min drive - 22.4 km
Lake of the Woods - 33 min drive - 25.4 km
Pokagon State Park - 44 min drive - 41.0 km
Firekeepers Casino - 61 min drive - 83.5 km
Getting around
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Smitty's Pizza - 12 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
Bill's Steakhouse - 14 min drive
Bronson Strike Zone - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "Star Gazer" cottage on Lakeside Matteson Lake. All sports with a dock! 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 "Star Gazer" cottage on Lakeside Matteson Lake. All sports with a dock!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Star Gazer" cottage on Lakeside Matteson Lake. All sports with a dock!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is "Star Gazer" cottage on Lakeside Matteson Lake. All sports with a dock! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Palmer Lake Beach, Lepley Lake and Veterans Memorial Park. Colon Township Hall and Colon Township Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was exactly as described. Our family was looking for a spot on the water so the kids could fish and kayak and it did not disappoint!
Fished, kayak, paddle boating and floated around the lake. Love my family time.
LeAnn G.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Annita
17 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at Stargazer. It is a comfortable house with a well supplied kitchen. There is a dishwasher. The coffee maker is a flexbrew, so bring your favorite pods (I recommend Maxwell House - seriously, just try it!) or ground coffee for a whole pot. The beds are firm and supportive, perfect in my opinion - and not memory foam, thankfully! We didn't try the pullouts in the couches, but the couches are comfy. The living room is a great size for visiting with plenty of seating. Outside, we enjoyed the paddle boat, kayaks, and fire pit. Matteson lake is quiet and peaceful.
Because I am disabled, I want to highlight accessibility. I use a walker and sometimes a wheelchair. The newly finished sidewalk and parking were very nice and made it easier to get in and out of the house. There is one step up into the kitchen and one step down to the living room. I asked about this ahead of time - one step is doable for me. There are hard floors throughout the house with easy transitions. In the bedroom, we moved the bed to the wall to make room for my walker. The door to the bedroom is narrow, but my walker collapses vertically to get through smaller doorways (a smaller aluminum walker would fit). The bathroom is too small for my rollator walker, but the sink (and long arms) made a good hand hold, so that was not an issue. I travel with a shower chair and an aluminum walker. These items make almost any shower handicap accessible. This shower has a lower shower pan which was