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The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Lawton, MI
  • Gravel Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • St. Julian Winery
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Warner Vineyards Winery
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake

Check out this cute cottage located on a 300 acre fresh water recreational and fishing lake in the southwest Michigan. Just south of Lawton at exit 60 off of 94. You will be enticed by the quiet beauty of this channel property. Offering lake access and a dock to store your boat or a rental during your stay. The cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, Living room, sunroom/eating area and full kitchen. Can sleep 6 with a 2 twins, a queen and full sleeper sofa. Newly redecorated, with all the comforts of home. The kitchen is fully equipped for you to make your own meals or head to the towns of Lawton and PawPaw which are a quick 5-10 minute-drive away with wineries, breweries and multiple delicious and quaint eating establishments. You will pay only our nightly rate , a nominal cleaning fee and the fee charged you by VRBO. We pay our taxes and our own VRBO fees ourselves and don’t nickel and dime our guests.

Property manager

Andy, Kathryn and Sue
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please ensure that all children have life vests
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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, lock the doors and return the keys
Set heat to 65 for the winter months. Set air to 82 for the summer months
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lawton

Located in Lawton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lawton Golf Club and St. Julian Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sora Meadows and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lawton, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • St. Julian Winery - 22 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Warner Vineyards Winery - 23 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Swiss Valley Ski Area - 34 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Western Michigan University - 42 min drive - 50.7 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 39 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Final Gravity Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Wakey Jake’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min drive
  • Hungry Howie's Pizza

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Gravel Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Woolfe Park and Lawton Golf Club. Lake of the Woods and St. Julian Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

Family Fun

We had a blast staying at our Gravel Lake Rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great stay

Even though the house square footage is small it makes up for it with plenty of outdoor space and easy access to lake. Definitely worth the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

t a.

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

Relaxing Family Time

We had a really great time. The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Quiet, cozy home by the lake

We really loved staying here. Was perfect for our little family. Very cozy and perfect for access to the lake. Also in a nice area of southwest Michigan. Would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Peaceful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Fires at night, watching boats all day, read, relaxed, and had good food and fun at The Rock
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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

Fall Getaway

Enjoyed our stay at the lake cottage. Host was very quick to respond to all questions. It was off season, so pretty quiet, but still relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Peaceful with great hosts.

Very nice and quiet cottage. Hosts are good with listing and communition. I would definetly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Everything was perfect

Amaizing place for relaxing with your family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

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

Beautiful lake location

Cottage was perfect for our family and convenient for swimming and kayaking. Kitchen was well stocked and the view while dining was awesome. Really enjoyed the deck watching the pontoons and boats go by....the evenings were especially nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring weekend

Beautiful little waterfront cabin. Perfect for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

vickie m.

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

Running out of time part 3

perfect location host was over and above interested making our stay perfect loved the availability of kayaks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S., Frredom

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

Relaxing

Enjoyed sitting outside in the evenings watching the boats go by. There are a lot of houses, however is was extremely peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

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

Weekend fishing trip

Nice weekend. Very clean and as described. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

timothy h.

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

Cottage

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna S.

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

Charming boat house

This was the perfect rental for us. Conveniently located on a quiet channel off the lake. There is a deck right near the water which is great for relaxing or eating outside. The owner is nice to work with. Check in and out process is easy. We had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Quick get away

Just wanted to get away real quick. Very cute place!! Clean well kept absolutely beautiful view as well!! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Winstons at Gravel Lake

We enjoyed our stay. A few issues with the place were discussed with the owner. However, when the TV could not be accessed Sue fixed it over the phone. Mike caught alot of blue gill pan fish off the dock which was nice.Since we were after the season, it was nice and quiet. The deck was great. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Merrillville, Indiana

Small and adorable.

Small little house. Great for an overnighter. Would love to see it during summer months with easy access to the lake. But for our winter vacation. Worked out fantastically. Would suggest to obtain smoke and co alarms but that could just be the fireman in me.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

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

We'll see you in July 2024

Thank you for a wonderful ten days! Once again we had a fantastic time staying in one of Sue, Kathy and Andy's properties! Each home comes fully equipped and ready for our comfort. The hosts are available and attentive to our needs. Gravel Lake is great for boating, fishing and swimming. Our grandchildren even started tubing this summer! We will be back every year to continue this tradition at Gravel Lake!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

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

Every year!!

Thank you so much to Kathy, Sue and Andy for another amazing week at your property @Gravel Lake!! Six years in a row we have had the pleasure of spending the July 4th holiday week at one of their three properties! The homes are clean, well equipped and a perfect fit for us. From reservations to check in to helpful interactions and check out - it us our absolute pleasure to work with this team! And thanks for the delicious muffins to sooth my spirit when I needed it!! Till next summer!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo R.

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

"A Quaint Little Haven"

The Boat House on Gravel Lake is nothing less than "A Quaint Little Haven". This cottage was peaceful and the perfect get away. We also had the opportunity of meeting the owners and they were most gracious. They saw to every detail, providing all the comforts of home, and they are on call to take care of any unexpected needs that may arise. So, Enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

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

The boathouse

Truly an amazing stay. Loved everything about the place. Some cleaning needs done but overall we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B., Winter Haven Florida

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

Very cute, cozy, and comfortable

Check in was very easy, Sue sent the necessary information needed. The Boat House was very cute and made you feel comfortable. We did our own cooking with the furnishings that were provided, ei pots, pans, dishes, utensils….anything we needed was there from paper towels to a fire pit and lawn furniture. Definitely worth the money just for the peace and quiet from the every day hustle and bustle from Florida. We will definitely be back in the spring/summer. Thanks again for having us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Nice place and very comfortable

It was everything they said it was.even did a little fishing while we were there..GREAT TIME THANK YOU SUE!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andy, Kathryn and Sue

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Andy,Kathryn and Sue enjoy being property owners as they get to meet many different travelers and share the beautiful lake properties.

Why they chose this property

This cottage it not big but the outdoor living area is beautiful and the open concept make this gem feel much larger than it actually is.

Languages:

English

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