10/10 Excellent
Eli C.
23 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO stay I've had
Eli C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Spacious 4-bedroom house near Schafer Lake minutes off I-94. High Speed Wi-Fi.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hartford, MI
- Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park12 min drive
- Four Winds Casino Hartford13 min drive
- Magician Lake24 min drive
- Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Murphy Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Spacious 4-bedroom house near Schafer Lake minutes off I-94. High Speed Wi-Fi.
Make yourself at home in this private four bedroom, four bath country retreat near Shafer Lake. Public lake access is a short walk or drive away, offering a boat launch for water sports, fishing, or a quiet float in the sun.
At your disposal is a king suite with private bath, a queen suite with private bath, another queen bedroom, and an office with a queen-sized Murphy bed to easily accommodate families, groups of friends, or long-term corporate stays.
Enjoy newly renovated fixtures in our fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your favorite meals. High speed fiber optic internet and Wi-fi is available throughout the house to support streaming or remote work needs. Forced-air heating and air conditioning ensures you are comfortable throughout the year. On the back of the house is a large deck with a grill and seating for outdoor cooking. Rounding out your comforts is an attached two-car garage that connects to a fully appointed mudroom with washer and dryer.
We are optimally located just a few minutes off the I-94 highway between Chicago and Detroit, and about a half hour to gorgeous lake Michigan beaches and Kalamazoo. We invite you to enjoy all that West Michigan has to offer during your stay with us.
At your disposal is a king suite with private bath, a queen suite with private bath, another queen bedroom, and an office with a queen-sized Murphy bed to easily accommodate families, groups of friends, or long-term corporate stays.
Enjoy newly renovated fixtures in our fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your favorite meals. High speed fiber optic internet and Wi-fi is available throughout the house to support streaming or remote work needs. Forced-air heating and air conditioning ensures you are comfortable throughout the year. On the back of the house is a large deck with a grill and seating for outdoor cooking. Rounding out your comforts is an attached two-car garage that connects to a fully appointed mudroom with washer and dryer.
We are optimally located just a few minutes off the I-94 highway between Chicago and Detroit, and about a half hour to gorgeous lake Michigan beaches and Kalamazoo. We invite you to enjoy all that West Michigan has to offer during your stay with us.
Property manager
Patty Ratzlaff
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you use the garage door opener, please put it back when you leave.
If you do not want the Ring Security Cameras on please flip the switch to off, it’s there for protection when no one is there!
Hope your time was enjoyable and hope to see you back! Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Hartford
Hartford is home to this holiday home. Lake Cora Hills Golf Club and St. Julian Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kids Place Park and Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park.
Hartford, MI
What's nearby
- Shafer Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
- Christie Lake - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
- Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 12 min drive - 19.4 km
- Four Winds Casino Hartford - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
- Magician Lake - 24 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Freedom Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
- Panel Room - 10 min drive
- Timbers - 14 min drive
- Subway - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jody L.
13 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jody L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Patty Ratzlaff
Languages:
English
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