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Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Your family will enjoy our home and 24-foot pontoon (included in rental price).
24-foot pontoon included in rental, photo shows pontoon and view from our dock.
Front deck to enjoy games, coffee, visiting with views of lake.
The front deck is a great place to relax with lake & dock/channel views.
Large firepit with chairs, firewood, pie cookers, marshmallow forks supplied.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 242800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hale, MI
  • South Dease Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Thunder Lake
  • North Dease Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

+3
4 Single Bunk Beds and 3 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift

Beautiful, meticulously clean five bedroom home accommodates 3 or more families (sleeps up to 24) on lakeside property. New 24-foot pontoon INCLUDED with rental, 3-seat fishing boat with trolling motor, 2 kids kayaks, 2 adult kayaks and 2-seat paddle boat included in rental. Over 42 5-star reviews. New in 2023: Acorn Stairlift added to help elderly move from garage to main floor. Fire pit with chairs, 2 decks with picnic tables, steps to lakeside, and BBQ grill and Blackstone griddle make outdoor entertaining a breeze. Two fireplaces, living, dining and family rooms, plus extra TV room make indoor entertaining cozy and enjoyable. Board games, 4 TVs, cable, internet, and Wi-Fi included. Kitchen features 2 ovens, microwave & dishwasher. Extra refrigerator in attached garage. All linens provided - just bring beach towels. Fully functional kitchen is completely stocked with cooking & baking equipment - just bring your own groceries! Washer & dryer. New mattresses in 2023. The lake is a private lake with approximately 40 cottages/homes scattered around lake. Motor boats & jet skis permitted. We provide a beautiful pontoon that holds 12 people, a small fishing boat with trolling motor that seats 3, 2 kids' kayaks and 2 adult kayaks, and a paddle boat that seats 2 adults or 4 kids. Everyone will enjoy fishing off the dock and jumping into the beautiful lake off the pontoon. Kids of all sizes will enjoy the water mat. Across the lake is a natural sandy area where pontoons anchor to enjoy the sun and allow smaller children to swim in shallower water. Our home is a perfect spot for an extended family vacation. This is our family vacation home so we are constantly adding and updating for our own enjoyment and yours. Our house is cleaned between rentals by 2 ladies who own their own business. It is always spotless. In addition, the house is deep cleaned twice per year inside & out. We always supply enough towels and bed linens for your stay and provide extra towels and sheets, if needed. All linens (except beach towels) provided.

The kitchen is a full kitchen with two ovens, microwave, refrigerator (2nd refrigerator in garage), toaster, coffee maker, griddle, electric skillet, pots, pans, trays, cookie sheets, enough dishes to serve 24 people, dishwasher and 2 pantries. There is a large roaster over and 2 crockpots. In short, everything you need to prepare meals for your family. You just need to bring groceries. We can seat 10 adults at the dining room table and have an additional table that seats up to 8. We have two folding tables can be set up if needed. But you will probably decide to eat most of your meals on our back deck off the kitchen. The back deck has a BBQ grill and seating for 18. Our front deck has 4 outdoor couches, and a table that seats 4, great for enjoying your morning coffee, curling up for an afternoon nap or enjoying the lake view. We have a semi-finished garage with comfortable seating for 8 and a table along with a fold out table & chair set for cards or kids crafts.

We have 4 bedrooms with queen beds in each. Two of the queen bedrooms feature adjustable beds with anti-snore and anti-gravity buttons on the remote. Each bedroom has a closet and luggage stands. Our kids' bunkroom will be very popular with your kids. The bunkroom sleeps 10 kids in beds with room for a couple more in sleeping bags, if needed. Toys and books are stored under the bunks for your use. At the end of a busy day, turn on a movie for the kids in the bunkroom while the adults relax and play cards!

Additional sleeping: Sitting room attached to Master Bedroom has pullout sofa, loft on main level has pullout sofa and basement has a pullout sofa.

Our home is perfect for extended families looking to enjoy a summer family vacation with boating, swimming, fishing, and bonfires. We are a short drive away from the beaches of Lake Huron in Tawas and outlet shopping in West Branch. Book in the fall or winter at off-season rates and enjoy the fall color or winter sports. Take a ride on the Au Sable River Queen and take in the beautiful fall scenery or bring a group of ladies for a weekend of scrapbooking/crafting (3 or 4 night rentals available Oct-April). Bring your cross country skis & snowmobiles in winter to enjoy miles of groomed trails in nearby Tawas/Oscoda area (30-45 minute drive from our house) or enjoy ice-fishing and ice skating (we have multiple sizes on site) on our lake. Come enjoy a week on the lake with your family in our beautifully maintained home. The pontoon is included in weekly rental May-September. A 6-night minimum stay is required May-September. Shorter stays may be accomodated during the off-season.

Please read our reviews and look at our up-to-date pictures. We are always happy to answer your questions. We will meet you at the start of your stay to welcome you to our home, show you how to operate the pontoon and during your stay we are just a call away should you need any assistance. By renting our home, we are able to maintain this beautiful asset for our family's use. We are committed to making sure you enjoy your stay. Thank you for considering our home for your next family vacation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fireworks
No smoking or vaping of any kind inside the house. If evidence of smoking, renter will forfeit $500 deposit.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY. Must be licensed driver and sign waiver to operate boats/watercraft.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hale

Located in Hale, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Green Briar Golf Course and Wicker Hills Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loon Lake Nature Park and South Dease Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging, ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Hale, MI

What's nearby

  • South Dease Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sage Lake - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • North Dease Lake - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Long Lake - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Loon Lake - 16 min drive - 11.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cedar Tavern & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Long Lake Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Timber& Tides Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pickles Hard Hat Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Big Bob's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Family Vacation Spot on Lake includes 24-foot pontoon & Acorn Stairlift located?

This family-friendly Hale holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of South Dease Lake, La Barge Lake and Jenkins Lake. Thunder Lake and Mud Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Murphy

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This home began as a small cottage and was purchased by us in 1968. We raised our family here, and when our children began to have families of their own, we renovated to provide a beautiful vacation home we could enjoy with our 3 children, their spouses our 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. This home comfortably accommodates all of us at once and is enjoyed spring, summer, fall and winter. Recent updates include a new 24-foot pontoon in 2022, renovation of the main floor bathroom with walk-in shower in 2022, Acorn stairlift added to stairway from garage entry door to main level in 2023. The main level of our home has bedrooms, main bath with walk-in shower and kitchen/living/dining room with a front deck that allows elderly members of your family a great view of the happenings down by the dock.

Why they chose this property

Take advantage of the times our schedule doesn't allow us to enjoy it ourselves! This newly-remodeled home is located 2.5 hours drive north of Detroit, up I-75 or US 23, 40 minutes north of Standish within 30 miles of Tawas and West Branch. Located on South Dease Lake, the rental includes a new (2022) 24-foot pontoon boat, 3-seat fishing boat 4 kayaks & a paddle boat. If you are looking for a relaxing and comfortable spot to make memories with your family, this is the place.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful lake home with 24' pontoon features full kitchen, completely stocked with cooking and baking equipment, dining areas seat up to 20, washer & dryer, outdoor deck areas with patio dining tables to seat 15-20, fire pit (wood included) with chairs, lakeside, attached garage, driveway parking for 3-4 cars, private lake & road, boat launch access, garbage pickup, 2 decks, beautiful views of lake from windows, two fireplaces, bedrooms for 4 couples plus sleeping areas for kids, 3 family areas - with TV. Driving distance to scenic overlooks and recreation activities including beaches, hiking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, and wildlife. Shopping in Tawas or West Branch. Near Tawas Beach, AuSable River, Rose City or Rifle River Recreation area for day trips.

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