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The Channel House...

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake, houses, and trees.
A deck with a grill, a red chair, and a small shed in the background.
A single-story house with a front porch, a small deck, and a 'For Sale' sign on the lawn.
A living room with a striped sofa set, a coffee table, and a chair. There are windows with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a television on a stand.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gravel Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Lawton, MI
  • Place, Gravel Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wings Event Center
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Michigan University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Channel House...

“Channel your dream vacation”
A three bedroom two bath house on the channel at Gravel Lake in Lawton Michigan. Less than two hours from Chicago, this beautiful home sleeps eight, has a two slip dock and available lake equipment. Gravel Lake accommodates all lake activities including boating, swimming, skiing, tubing and fishing. The Lake is considered the best ice fishing location in southwest Michigan. So stop dreaming and book your reservations now. We don’t nickel and dime our guests. You will pay only our nightly rate, a nominal cleaning fee and the fee charged to you by VRBO. We cover all other expenses including taxes and other fees from VRBO.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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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:
Load and start the dishwasher
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
Turn heat to 65 in winter and air conditioning to 82 in the summer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4782337
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lawton

Located in Lawton, this holiday home is 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 Gravel Lake. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Lawton, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wings Event Center - 31 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Western Michigan University - 32 min drive - 54.7 km
  • Kalamazoo College - 34 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Andrews University - 47 min drive - 80.5 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 38 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big T Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wakey Jake’s - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Channel House... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Channel House...?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Channel House... on 27 Sept 2026 start from £338, 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 The Channel House...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Channel House...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Channel House...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Channel House... 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 Little Fish Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and everything as it was described.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and Sue was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well stocked with everything you need for an enjoyable stay.. would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at this property. It is a beautiful and well kept place and we hope to continue visiting for many years!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Channel House is PERFECT for Gable Hill weddings/events. The house specifically was perfect as well. It was clean, smelled great, and fully furnished with what we needed. Sue was a great host and very responsive when we had questions. Separate from the house, the cell service was sketchy in that area for us so using our navigation was spotty but the house is very well marked so we had min issues finding it. Once you get inside, wifi fixes your phone service so no issues on coverage for the stay. I would definitely use the Channel House again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Debra, so glad our house worked for your needs and you were close to your family and events. Yes all cell services are a bit challenging at the lake but the WiFi calling definitely helps. Come and see us gain sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for my family nearby. Love watching the turtles sun themselves by the dozen! Great access to Lawton and Paw Paw. House accommodates all needs and owners are on spot for any needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always an amazing time when we stay at The Channel House.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Very flexible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

Such a cute cottage with the feeling of being at Grandma's house! We had a great long weekend relaxing, talking, and soaking up the sun.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at the lake

We had a wonderful stay at the lake. Everything was as advertised. Would definitely recommend. We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great weekend getaway.

Just an overall great time with good people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hope to come back next year. Great spot!!!Kayaking was fun. And enjoyed fishing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at The Channel House was wonderful! Sue and her crew never disappoint us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great friend getaway

2 lifelong friends and I shared many laughs in this home. We enjoyed the lake and the quietness of this location. The owners were awesome with their communication throughout our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

For us the location was close to other family members and was perfect. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend

Place was perfect for a weekend away. Location was nice. We enjoyed the back deck when weather allowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was big and comfy. Beautiful waterway out back. Sue was a great help with all questions we had!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This property was perfect for my family, great location and the owners were extremely easy to communicate with. The water was so nice in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice

It was very nice place to stay. We enjoyed our weekend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. A couple issues but resolved by Sue.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Channel House

Another great stay at this amazing house. We can’t wait to visit again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

There were 5 of us and there was plenty of room. The water view was great. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gravel lake

Very cute and cozy perfect getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet here on the channel cul-de-sac, very few boats out and about this late in the season. Foggy morning was very neat over the water. Anyone looking for a good restaurant -- La Cantina in Paw Paw does Italian well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Andy, Kathryn and Sue

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