Entire home

Campau Lake Retreat | 4-Level Home | Family Groups

Very good

9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 50

Popular amenities

Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning

Explore the area

Alto, MI

Place, Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe
‪7 min drive‬
Place, Davenport University
‪8 min drive‬
Place, MSA Fieldhouse
‪12 min drive‬
Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 50)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 4 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

About this property

Campau Lake Retreat | 4-Level Home | Family Groups

Escape to a one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat on beautiful Campau Lake, thoughtfully designed for large group getaways, family reunions, church retreats, and special gatherings. This expansive four-story private home offers space, comfort, and entertainment for up to 60 guests, all in a peaceful lakeside setting just outside Grand Rapids.

Lake Level

Common Area: Daybed couch with pull-out trundle
Bedroom 9: Full over Full bunk bed + 1 Twin (3 beds)
Bedroom 1: Full over Full bunk bed + 1 Full (3 beds)
Bedroom 2: Full over Full bunk bed + 1 Full (3 beds)

3rd Floor

Bedroom 3: Full over Full bunk bed + 4 Full beds (6 beds)
Bedroom 4: 2 Full over Full bunk beds (4 beds)
Bedroom 5: Full over Full bunk bed + Twin over Twin bunk bed (4 beds)
Bedroom 6: Full over Full bunk bed + 1 Full (3 beds)
Bedroom 7: 1 King bed

4th Floor
Bedroom 8: 1 King bed + Full over Full bunk bed (3 beds)

🌊 The Space
This spacious lakefront residence offers multiple levels of sleeping, gathering, and entertainment space, making it easy for large groups to stay together while still enjoying room to spread out.

Inside, guests can unwind by one of three fireplaces, enjoy the game room, or take part in unique indoor activities that make the stay memorable for all ages. The home also features a steamer shower, private Tiki bars, and a variety of comfortable sleeping arrangements across all four levels.
Outside, the property is packed with amenities for relaxation and fun, including:

Heated swimming pool spa
Private hot tub
Volleyball
Pool table
Ping pong
Darts
Kayaks, canoes, and float pads
Lake access for fishing and outdoor enjoyment

Whether your group wants a peaceful retreat or an activity-filled stay, this home offers the perfect setting.

🚪 Guest Access & Parking

Guests will have private access to the home and most indoor and outdoor amenities during their stay.
Parking includes:
Driveway parking
Additional parking in the lot across the street
A personalized house tour may be available upon arrival to help guests get familiar with the property and its features.

📅 Booking & Stay Guidelines

Peak season runs from May 1 to September 30
During peak season, stays may require a 3 to 6 night minimum, especially on weekends
Off-peak season offers more flexibility depending on availability

🏡 Guest Expectations

To help preserve the property and ensure a great stay for everyone:
Please keep the home reasonably tidy during your visit
Dispose of trash properly
Supervise children closely near the lake and outdoor amenities
Respect neighbours and keep noise to a considerate level
Follow all safety rules for the pool, spa, hot tub, and fire features

➕ Optional Services & Local Perks

To make your stay even more memorable, optional extras and local partner offers may be available, including:
Transportation service through DADDS MAGIC BUS AND LIMOUSINE

Possible upgraded limo options
Local dining discounts
Seasonal guest offers and area perks

ℹ️ Additional Notes

For budget-friendly preparation, king beds and selected additional beds may be made up in advance unless otherwise requested

Exterior security cameras monitor the driveway and entry areas for guest safety
Please ensure your reservation reflects the correct guest count
🏡 House Rules & Booking Terms
📌 Booking & Agreement
By completing this reservation, guests agree to comply with all house rules and booking terms
A rental agreement may be required prior to arrival through our secure guest portal (powered by Hostaway)
Failure to complete required pre-arrival steps may impact check-in access
🪪 Guest Verification
Guests may be required to provide valid government-issued identification prior to check-in
The booking guest must be present during the stay
👥 Occupancy & Visitors
Only registered guests are permitted on the property after 9:00 PM
Additional overnight guests must be approved in advance
Any applicable additional guest fees will be processed through Airbnb or our approved system
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in details will be provided prior to arrival
Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and prior approval
Unauthorized early arrival or late departure may result in additional charges
💳 Security Deposit & Charges
A security deposit may be required prior to arrival through our secure system
Any damages, extra cleaning, or rule violations may be charged in accordance with Airbnb policies and/or the rental agreement
Charges will be processed through Airbnb’s Resolution Center where applicable
🏖️ Property & Amenities
An on-site caretaker may be available for assistance during your stay
Shared amenities (watercraft, docks, outdoor areas) are used at your own risk and must be respected
Hot tub/spa availability may vary due to weather, maintenance, or scheduling
🚭 House Rules
No smoking indoors ($250 cleaning fee may apply)
No parties, events, or fireworks
Please respect quiet hours and neighboring properties
🛠️ Care of Property
Guests are responsible for maintaining the property in good condition
Outdoor equipment must be secured when not in use
Damage caused by misuse or negligence may result in additional charges
🔁 Cancellations & Changes
All cancellations and modifications follow Airbnb’s selected cancellation policy
Travel insurance is recommended for unforeseen circumstances
💬 Communication Policy
Guests must report any issues during their stay via Airbnb messaging so we can address them promptly
Our team and on-site staff are available to assist as needed

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About the area

Alto

Located in Alto, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Patterson Ice Center and Forest Hills Fine Arts Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Woodland Mall and Centerpointe Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Lowell Showboat VI and Craig's Cruisers. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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Alto, MI

What's nearby

Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
Davenport University - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
Patterson Ice Center - 11 min drive - 17.8 km
MSA Fieldhouse - 12 min drive - 16.7 km
Calvin College - 14 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

Grand Rapids Station - 24 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Alto Bar (AB) - ‬8 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

8.2

Very good

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

14 Oct, 2024

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

Very kind made us feel welcome and will be back

Birthday and it was perfect they even decorated and made it personal at no charge

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025

We love to have great guests and always share great experinces and reviews with them to find us again in the future. See our other discounts at our other services Seems like you enjoyed our transportation services to travel out in the area Reminder to get your future discount of $50 on your return direct booking. and discounts on our other services. Dadds Magic Bus and Limo and Gr Repair and Real estate services Grand Rapids Realty and Investments. Thank you have a great year! Team 4rentus

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

22 May, 2023

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

Great house for huge groups!

The lakefront and access to boats was such fun! Perfect for huge groups bc of the variety of spaces, especially the tiki bar!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabe L.

25 May, 2023

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

Perfect for a large group

Hosted for a laid back bachelor party with a large group of 10+ people and this place was perfect for it. Plenty of rooms/beds and space to hang out. Easy to get lost in the house and everyone enjoyed the amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2023

Perfect guest left a place in great shape and is welcome to come back for the discount of $25 per night and any referrals would also get $25 off and he would also get a $25 credit for his next stay. We also offer discounts on our limousine bus and Yacht service. Keep in mind we have four locations in a row if you cannot get the four story we have the other three cottages at the end of the cul-de-sac on the lake with all this similar amenities to include hot tubs open year round. Thanks team 4rentus

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10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

9 Oct, 2017

Loved This Place!

Stayed here this summer for a family vacation. Absolutely could not have asked for a better experience. Owners were very nice and responsive to all questions we had. The house was huge and absolutely amazing! Great yard and lake access, and close enough to town that you can go there if need be. Would absolutely recommend this house for a large group trip!

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

We have added a bunch of new updates and cool stuff to include the wall of tv's yes 3 of the 50inch plus smart TV's included both access to Direct Tv on 2 and separate boxes and cable to allow multiple choice of sports or streaming access to your pictures of the last visit online or your fun family videos and use of our Netflix account for the and a and a 50 inch plasma for 360 xbox connect (thats the hands free one you can bowl in your living room with the grand kids for FREE ). The smart tvs capable of streaming video of your tube concerts in your living room, just pick a artist and hit continual play. We added 7 full over full solid frame custom built bunk beds with the tip shelf foam that gets us up to 25 single in beds or 50 total if 2 in a bed. We have also added a 2nd 8 burner gas grill and we have updated the flooring have added a larger washer and dryer that are much larger and we have added a new set of washer and dryer in the garage so the cleaner can get more items done faster so we have 3 sets of laundry centers. We added 2 kayaks and new dock. a 25 foot pontoon with 150 horse motor to rent if you prefer seats up to 14 guests. We Also offer discounts 10 percent off on our limousine, sedan and party bus service with rates as low as $20-$30 per person to get out on the town. Dadds Magic Bus and limousine and pontoon boat rental save 10% if booking on rental with us at 4rentus that is located on the property and you can book it on our site 4rentus, we have a check in person that meets you there on our shared text so we have 4-5 sets of eyes on any needs you might have to make your stay seamless. We also offer $100-$500 off on return visits and email discount offers. We went one step further and lined up discounts at Paradise Pizza see Rick and get the wagon wheel, and catering at the night hawk, see Sandra, golf packages at 3 courses within 10 minutes from this awesome place. You can get a discount also and use our Yacht and visit the Big Lake Michigan seen on our site 4rentus We look forward to your return, let us know if we can add anything to improve your experience. we have set up for all size group of just some in your larger group trips to the hot spots or concerts Casino and brewery and wine tours are also packages we provide in great deal at Dadds Magic Bus and 4rentus. If you think of something else we need we will add it. Thanks Frank Roberts

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

9 Oct, 2016

Awesome House!

This house is awesome! Myself and 18 guys stayed here on a golf trip. We had a ton of space and really enjoyed the hot tub and game room. The location was close to several nice courses and was only 15 minutes away from GR. The owner, Frank, was also extremely accommodating by getting us in last minute for the reservation, assisting with special rates from local courses, and getting us a great price on a party bus through his limo company. Highly recommend this place to large groups.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

We love to hear the good new of your enjoyable stay at the 4 story 8 bedroom. We love to help groups plan and use our services even last minute. We have golf stay and play packages with transportation to dinner and casinos after a good round of discounted golf at nice courses. Next year special is $225 per person (based on minimum of 5 or more (4 somes) includes 18 holes stay, play and transportation with pizza options or dinner stop. (Grand Haven Golf Course on Thursday or Friday). Pinky ball tournament (rules included). Discounts at 3 close courses approx. 5-10 minutes optional. We also provide limousine, van, sedan and H2 Hummer and party bus services at Dadds Magic Bus for large and small groups. We can even send you on a property tour to some nice places with our real estate company Boardwalk Realty and Management if your in the market for vacation rentals or just want to find a new place give us a shout at brmproperty.com Thanks Frank

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlynda B.

8 Sept, 2020

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

Can’t wait to come back

This was an awesome place to stay for family and friends, they had everything you would need to enjoy your time on the property from fishing rods, canoes, heat pool, jacuzzi, bar /game room, etc. the only problem we had was the 3 upper level rooms because there is no real privacy the way the rooms are set up. But everything else was almost perfect.❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2021

We work on getting all the amenities you could request and will add any items you can suggest. We designed each room with doors for privacy with locks, for privacy and you don't share any other this location within the house with any other groups. Note the outside areas outside the house is shared like trash, volleyball, kayaks, basketball and tikkibat by swim pool spa. NOTE Swim pool spa is private to groups use not shared also with others as we ask you not yo join others when being used as manufacturers suggested 1 hours max within intervals. We look forward to your return and remind us of your past stay to get a future discount. Thanks Frank 4rentus.org

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10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

17 Nov, 2012

Had a great weekend here!

This property was nothing short of amazing. The pictures on this site do not do this house justice in terms of its interior space and overall extremely high quality. Me and some friends organized a date weekend here, and everyone had a great time. The house was immaculately clean when we arrived and very well maintained. About 15-20 minutes away is an area with a lot of shopping, and a wide range of restaurants including some very nice places. The owner as well as his representative were very easy to work with, and always responded promptly to any questions I had. I would without doubt recommend this property to any medium to large size groups, and will definitely keep it in mind for my future plans.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

We love to have you back and the property owner is a good man and will discount your return stay. Thanks for your stay, please return and use our limousine service DADDS MAGIC BUS AND LIMOUSINE and get a discount from us on your return for any property just mention this. THANKS FRANK ROBERTS 4RENTUS

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10/10 Excellent

TRENT M.

16 May, 2015

A great family weekend had by all!

We stayed for a family wedding at this luxury waterfront property . This home really served us! We had a large number of family coming together from outside the Grand Rapids area for the event and we wanted something more intimate than a hotel. Frank and his team took care of all our needs and made the stay an enjoyable one for all. The house is expansive, so we spent some fun times with the kids exploring around the multi-levels. We enjoyed morning coffee on the decks and evenings under the stars in the hot tub! We wish we could have spent more time at the home so we could have enjoyed the property more. We didn't have a lot of lake time due to our schedules and the cooler weather, but the waterfront is very nice and the fall colors were wonderful!

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

We always have a check in text to accomodate for check in early requests if possible and we have no other guests departing and if we do we can add cleaners if you want to cover the cost of a additional cleaners and option to get early check in. We even go out of the way and decorate the house with a Christmas tree and lights that cover the front for the holiday spirit. We have a ramp built between houses to get to lower level and open wall railings to the lower level for handicap easements. We were not allowed a elevator on our building permits. We had made hallways wider and steps split into 2 steps of 5-7 so you don't have to go strait up . We have had builders build sturdy solid bunk beds that are fulls and a 350 lb. full grown man could sleep on the high end comfort top mattress. We have had great compliments since we installed them. We have a text and team on call for any issues with locks that within a few keystrokes will alert a team member that lives within minutes to visit (when convenient to repair). This house is massive with 5 bathrooms 9 bedrooms and its about family fun! Finally it's about family time.. We do appreciate the nicer family fun groups and have a team to assist with any requests and if we get any requests for any specific upgrades we are quick to add them. Like the 5 new 50 inch google play unlimited video jute box and streaming video for your favorite pictures and videos, Netflix, all movie channels with cable and direct t,v x box connect and google pod devices along with a new swim spa and 8 burner gas grills 2 tikki bars, kids forts, jacuzzi tub, steamer shower, kayaks and new docks just to name a few...upgrades Please give us some new ideas and were ready to install them. Oh and we have limousines DADDS MAGIC BUS ready to take you out to special see our concierge app Dezzi experiences listed on our experiences app. Thanks for any feedback that can help us help you to enjoy our home as after all it's your home. Remember the 5 star review exchange guest get $50 off return visits as we know they are fun family enjoy the place and respect the neighbor kind of guests. (remember if there is a problem let us know we have a text team on the spot give us a change to fix it immediately instead of grumble complaint after you leave we hare here to help) We love homeaway and love to make familys happy!

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8/10 Good

Captain C.

3 Oct, 2016

The captain and his crew very happy thank you

The captain and his crew were very happy we stayed at this very nice facility and went out to Lake Michigan on a yacht beautiful. We came back hang out by the fire the next morning I went to bed thinking for Xbox 360 and then went fishing and cook our salmon from Lake Michigan but a perfect spot hot tub rocks. Love the stars from 4th deck we are very happy please extend us a discount as we want to be part of the email subscription. One problem we had was a little bit of rain, we can get over that. We had to settle for these dates as many of the others already booked we will plan ahead next time thank you Thank you

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

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10/10 Excellent

TRENT M.

14 May, 2015

A massive home that served our big group!

We stayed at this luxury waterfront property for a family wedding. We had a large number of family coming together from outside the Grand Rapids area for the event and we wanted something more intimate than a hotel. This home really served us! We had a great time exploring the home with the little kids and enjoying the decks & hot tub for the beautiful evenings. We only wish we didn't have so much going on away from the home so we could have enjoyed the property more. My son was able to do some fishing, but otherwise, we didn't have a lot of lake time due to our schedules and the cooler weather. The waterfront is very nice and the fall colors were wonderful! Frank and his team took care of all our needs and made the stay an enjoyable one for all.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

I really appreciate your review and will look forward to your stay again. I will keep you in our email offers and upgrades for subscribers as we have about 30,000 currently your offers will come and give you another option to enjoy this property that is booked a year ahead as we keep adding cool upgrades. to have others join just go to our site link at 4rentus. You can book online and get rates and availability with more pictures and videos. See our Mansions Yachts and other fine locations in Miami and Hawaii. Since you stayed we added a 60 inch smart tv with unlimited you tube video jute box, and an 6 band mega router for better wifi and then to top it off a xbox kinect to allow for indoor sports game on the gaming television. Thanks again for your review. Frank and the Team!

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10/10 Excellent

John W.

9 Oct, 2017

Vacation to remember

We stayed at this location in June and I couldn't be more happy. My wife's family does an annual family trip and this was the perfect house to fit our group. We had around 40 people in one house and we never felt crammed. The house had everything we needed to make our trip fantastic. There are stores really close so we did our grocery shopping the day we arrived and had plenty of space to keep everything in the kitchen. There was a bed for everyone and they were very comfortable. We loved the place so much that we have decided to absolutely come back for our family trip again next summer. Frank is so amazing to work with and makes the process so easy and they are so accommodating. It was great to hear that they have continue to make updates to the house to make it even better. We cannot wait to go back

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

We have added a bunch of new stuff to include 3 50" TV's included Direct Tv with cable and a 50 inch plazma for the 360 xbox connect. The 50 inch are smart and capable of streaming video of your pictures and videos or you tube concerts in your living room, just pick a artist. We have also added another 8 burner gas grill and we have updated the flooring have added a washer and dryer that are much larger and we have added. We added 2 kayaks and new dock. We Also offer discounts 10 percent offon our limousine, sedan and party bus servce Dadds Magic Bus and limousine and pontoon boat rental that is located on the property and you can book it on our site 4rentus. We also offer $500 off on return visits and this has been applied to your new reservation. We went one step further and lined up discounts at Paradise Pizza see Rick and get.the wagon wheel, and catering at the night hawk, see Sandra, golf packages at 3 courses within 10 minutes from this ausome place. You can get a discount also and use our Yacht and visit the Big Lake Michigan seen on our site 4rentus We look forward to your return, let us know if we can add anything to improve your experience. Casino and brewey and wine tours are also packages we provide in great deal at Dadds and 4rentus Thanks Frank Roberts

Verified

6/10 Okay

Esther B.

26 Aug, 2020

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fire escape

We enjoyed our time away. One thing is bothering me since our get away though. As I laid awake the second or third morning that we were there in the upstairs bedroom, I thought... what escape route would I go if there was a fire. The stairs leading to the level below is there. But if the fire is coming up the steps, no escape. The master suite has a balcony, but the outdoor steps to the level below were closed off. The fourth story bedroom with mini kitchen also had a balcony, overlooking the lake. But on our walk through, we were told not to go on the balcony because it was not safe. This was not a recent thing...she stated she did not know why it wasn’t getting fixed. Glad we are home safe & sound. I would feel bad if something happened & I didn’t say anything.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2021

We have added the steps from the upper 3rd level as a fire escape, we have it blocked off to keep the traffic from the upper hot tub to the lake.

Archival

10/10 Excellent

roger r.

16 Apr, 2013

Campau Bonding

We had a problem. We needed a place to house 28 collegiate female rugby players, two males coaches and two team moms for the National Sweet 16 and Elite 8 playoffs. We also wanted a place that promoted more team bonding than the typical cubicles that hotel rooms provide. To this end, Campau Heaven was the perfect place. It provided rooms and beds for everyone, privacy if needed, but also big space where everyone could hang out. With ample bathrooms, cooking space and laundries, we had everything we needed to be self sufficient - not having to go out to eat for meals. The accommodations were very comfortable, fun to stay in and perfect for focussing on championship games. In addition, the electronic services allowed the players to continue with their homework during their down time. We found Frank and the people at 4rentmi.com to be very, very helpful in addressing our specific needs. If the playoffs are held in Grand Rapids again, we will certainly be returning to Campau Heaven. BTW, we won both games and are now headed for the Final Four! Thanks for the stay. Coach, Winona State Women's Rugby Club, MN

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

This is great to see that a large group can bond and have a great experience at one of our finest locations. This is blessing to have feedback from our groups, we look forward to adding new things to keep people coming back. Frank

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Janine D.

10 Aug, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Don't waste the money not worth it very dirty

The indoor pool in the pictures is the local ymca 4 miles away. Neither hot tubs were working so should have gotten a reduced rate. Charged me for to possible guests who never came but would not refund me. The house was so filthy when we arrived we had to clean before unpacking. Communication with the host was confusing and unorganized. The outdoor stairs to upper level are unsafe and obviously the host knows this as they are blocked off. We had to pick up cigarette butts all over the place so our grandchildren wouldn't touch them. The back yard had old dog poop all over. The host was extremely rude and uncooperative. We cleaned his home and left it cleaner than when we arrived and he still wants me to pay a cleaning fee. He definitely does not have a cleaning crew! Do not waste your money here it's way over priced!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022

On the pictures for the pool it clearly states that its an add on and off site. You still owed a cleaning fee for the guest you had there to begin with and extra guest. With the cleaning of the place, I myself spent 3 and half hours there making sure you were all set with what you needed and cleaned up. The stairs are blocked off and only used as a fire escape. I never seen cigarette butts anywhere. The last group didnt smoke at all. There was no dog poop in the yard. The last group didnt have any pets and would have told me there was poop in the yard during there stay. It was probably from your own dog that you didnt pay a pet fee for that you brought.

Archival

8/10 Good

Gary D.

6 Dec, 2015

A Great Location for Big Groups

This was a GREAT house for our family. In total we comfortably housed 10 adults and 9 children. Having three levels of living space really opened up the stay for our kids to play without being overbearing on the adults that wanted to visit. The bunk room and the secret passage to the attic were loved by the children. Through trap doors in the ceiling, kids are able to climb from their bunk bed into a playroom in the attic. Our kids just loved it. The only reason I did not give this house 5 stars is because of the state of some of the beds. Some of them came without proper covers and were poorly made when we arrived. This wasn't a huge deal for us since our kids were all so excited to visit and have sleepovers with their cousins, but this is a simply fix that would make for a better experience. Some of the beds were not extremely comfortable either but in general we really enjoyed our stay. The House is located within short driving distance of Grand Rapids (about a 5-20 minute ride depending on where you are going in the city) and the lake setting is very beautiful. We enjoyed our stay, and would not hesitate to recommend Campau Heaven to any large groups that need a place to stay. The owner (Frank) was great, and very accommodating. He is very attentive and seeks to make sure that his guests have a wonderful stay at the lake house.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

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2/10 Terrible

Michelle A.

8 Aug, 2016

Luxury resort? NOT

In addition to the below mentioned review of this non Luxury resort. I would like to add that the "linens" that scratched like sandpaper also had a difficult time staying on the bed as I slept, thank goodness I brought my own pillow from home because two of theirs together still didn't compare. The towels, let's just say I have better towels in my rag pile - they were old worn out thin towels mixed with beach towels. Faucet handles fell off in one bathroom. The kitchen had pots and pans that I am pretty sure came from the 1940s , and the few that came from this century were either filthy or broken. Trying to contact anyone for help from the rental company was always leaving a message on voicemail and we would receive a text message instead of a call back. Over all we were extremely frustrated and disappointed in the rental because the condition of the home was not as it appears in the pictures. We had family travel in from multiple states for this joint family vacation, and the disappointment was a hard pill to swallow. We ended the trip with an email to the owners - and two weeks have passed and we have heard nothing.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

Not due to this review we have already added six new beds with pillow tops that had been planned to replace the beds increasing our capacity because they are full over full bunk beds with 6-inch foam memory top we will now be able to accommodate 46 guests. The Linens that will provided for this group were all brand new complete set of linens for every bed in the house was supplied additionally pillows were supplied. We suggest you bring your own beach towels and we only supply two per bed many of the towels are rotated and we have three areas to find more towels. We do communicate by text for proof of communication and this is how we start a trouble ticket and include the dispatch best person along with the person that complained and the person that has called to have a repair or issue resolved, this is so everybody is in the same loop this is the most effective way to get things done. This is to keep conversations recorded to avoid any miscommunication and track time in response for our team and reward them for immediate resoulution. We did dispatch several people immediately for this group. To include somebody to unplug their drain that they had caused not charging them when we probably should have for the simple fact it was 4 days into the rental, and the repair person reported the drain is being used as a garbage disposal and required removal of the trap and clean out (he is just a few doors away however had to come from several miles due to the immediate urgency that this group demanded even though we had another kitchen for a few hours it could have been made due) The pots and pans located in two separate kitchens and pantries get moved as guests seem to move them from level to level and they are not old but was purchased at Sam's Club. We have responded to the poor review by this person and will not allow this is very nice rental to be slandered but will work hard to deal with every legitimate complaint quickly. The simple fact that your on vacation and you may have a concern is our biggest concern and we have people in place to handle this a team of 4-6 cleaners is now in place instead of 3-4 cleaners, and we have a boat repair person 4 doors down, a lawn care person next door and 2 other experienced repair persons on the same road. So whatever happens from a plugged drain to a simple cobweb we are concerned and ready to remedy your concern, just give us a text or call. Thus we have changed to a 4-6 person crew to help with any reasonable issue

Verified

8/10 Good

Heather L.

5 Sept, 2022

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

Great house, but needs to be cleaned, organized and updated.

Pros: There were plenty of beds and the linens were very organized and clean. The property itself was at a dead end street with direct water access. The owners and maintenance staff were easy to get a hold of and responded right away to any questions we had. There were in fact two hot tubs which our group really enjoyed, although both hot tubs definitely needed to have water treated. The sand volleyball court is awesome and kept all the teens and adults busy. They have a nice washer dryer, plenty of bathrooms and showers and two full-size kitchens. Cons: there were definitely some aesthetic improvements that could be made. There were lots of knickknacks setting out as well as tons and tons of pictures hanging on the wall. When you expect 30 people to be at the house knickknacks just get in the way. Also, there was no access to a pantry or anywhere to put food other than directly on the countertops. There were lots of outdoor toys to play with like bats and wiffleball‘s etc. but items were stored underneath the outdoor stairs and things were disorganized, broken and gave a cluttered junky feel. Although several grills were available for use, not a single one had propane. The lake was nice and we brought our own JetSki but wonder was completely falling apart and sinking into the muddy bottom. It is not A lakefront where you could let little kids play in the water. They would literally sink in the mud. One of our friends is 6’4” and he walked out 10 feet into the water and almost got stuck in mud mid thigh. The cabinets were nearly full with leftover items from previous groups. For example, salt and pepper, quarter bags of sugar, random stuff like that. The drawers seemed very disorganized with many many duplicates of items shoved in random locations. We would consider staying there again potentially but the place needs someone to go thru and get rid of all the junk inside and out.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2022

Pros: There were plenty of beds and the linens...... We have a Team that works hard to keep your linens all in one place and clean so you know they are clean and stored ready to use. The property itself was at a dead end street ....... The end of the street has our 4 cottage rentals and this is the 4 story house with 9 bedrooms. The owners and maintenance staff..... We have a team that monitors the a group check in text to be sure you get instant service for your group and questions or concerns. Hot tubs... The upper level hot tub water had just been changed as we installed a new control board....I am 100% confident that if there were any contaminants its from the group that may have been in the lake....according to Mike he also just cleaned the large tub again group of kids in tub after lake ....makes for issues with tubs. The sand volleyball court is ...We try to have everything you can imagine for fun... They have a nice washer dryer....We want all nice things you need... Cons: there were definitely some aesthetic improvements that could be made.....The season is coming to a end and its a very popular place we always catch back up...and allow early check ins as requested in this case There were lots of knickknacks ....We have pictures of our history of this build out and Knick knacks are enclosed in cupboards...its a lake house...sorry if its not to your appeal... Also, there was no access to a pantry ...that is private area for owers and we have over 20 cupboards for There were lots of outdoor toys to play with like bats and wiffleball‘s etc. but items were stored underneath the outdoor stairs ...that is the storage area yes... limited area....sorry Although several grills....we have a pay it forward on grill propane and offer grills ;) The lake was nice and we brought our own JetSki but wonder was completely falling ...your jet ski ?? . It is not A lakefront where you could let little kids play in the water....There is sand out to middle of docks...and deeper spots we suggest to go to deeper areas and rent a boat or take kayaks....its a Michigan lake... The cabinets were nearly full with leftover items from previous groups.....Some things get less attention as groups leave things and drawers dont get organized as groups (like yourself want to get in early and in exchange we dont charge but expect in return a understanding if we dont get to everything because of your free early arrival you would agree to a 5 star review for things we missed....

Archival

2/10 Terrible

Christina B.

23 Sept, 2016

Unacceptable Rental

I rented this home for a corporate retreat. I brought 13 of my company's top executives to spend 3 nights of relaxation, fun, and team building. To start, I received a call 3 days prior to my arrival stating the remaining balance was due for the rental. I explained to the person on the phone (Carl, I think) that I'd mailed a $2,000 check and had received an email from Kim stating I was paid in full. He asked for a copy of the check and I sent. Then, on my way to MI, I was told I couldn't check in until 5pm, I explained my reservation states, in writing that I could check in at 2pm. When we arrived at the house, the cleaners were finishing up, which was fine. They were very nice and were working very hard. However, you cannot clean up an entire summer's worth of filth in a few hours. They did what they could to surface clean, but the house is in such bad shape. The couches are both broken, blinds broken, windows dirty, ceiling fans covered in dust & dirt, all faucets and shower heads have so much lime build up that there are only a few weak streams of water coming out. The icemaker upstairs is broken, the fridge barely keeps food cold. Trees growing out of the gutters, dock is broken and unsafe, mold on the exterior siding, grease everywhere around the grill, trash outside, broken children's toys. Honestly, the only thing that wasn't in disrepair is the hot tub. As the planner of this corporate retreat, I am embarrassed. My employees deserved better than a filthy, broken down house. The owner has sent me emails and texts asking me to submit a review. I assured him he should be careful what he asks for and gave him a run down of issues. His response was that I should have called someone from the rental agency. Problem is, these issues couldn't have been repaired fast enough to make a difference for my group. I hope this review shows the owner he should be visiting the house himself on a regular basis. I think he'd be shocked.

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

I asked for a review because I want to know what to do to keep people happy and what needs attention to keep this place great. It may have a few minor issues but has a ton of fun stuff to do that might keep you busy or want to find things. We're kind enough to allow early check in as requested by the renter typical check in is 5pm we tend not to allow early check in as the cleaners have to take time to allow guests in ect. We allowed check in time at 2pm and the guests reportedly arrived at 1pm-130pm even earlier than allowed at which we charge for as the cleaner needs to hire extra help to get it done faster. The guests were allowed to come in and use the first level, it was reported they were on all levels disrupting the cleaners and making messes and they did not remove the shoes as its all over the house please remove your shoes. The cleaners were offended with the actions of the guests when they arrived as if they were above the general crowd. We are very sorry this place did not get completed as the cleaners stayed extra time to clean but due to the fact. Yes I will admit that all summer its rented and things like fall and spring cleaning need to be addressed and the house be powerwashed, a few shower heads be water softner rinsed, and icemaker switch be turned on to make ice as it was turned off (by someone). We have been replacing beds with new beds, new linens , new slider tracks, new cable boxes replaced, 3rd laundry center added, and many things done as we could go on and on..... and just recently had the front part of the house powerwashed and minor things like a few gutter weeds 4 stories up will die in the winter but have been sprayed to kill the weeds. The reason I called to get feed back is to go after the little things that people can help us find to keep fixing, until its a problem I wont know but if I ask its to keep on top of it. I realize I put myself and this place out there asking its a risk but the reward is I can go after the things people have a concern with and fix them, however this reveiew is a bad one the next group will be rewarded with these things fixed. So I apologize for asking but its the only way to get it done as I care about this place and the people staying in it enough to ask. I looked up the reviews on this company and the person writing the review and its not good they have 4 reviews all bad....for what its worth look them up on google Amp Residential Chrisina B and they don't even respond to the bad reviews...

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Diane R.

16 Sept, 2022

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

Beware

VRBO has been notified of our Issues with this Listing/Property, which was filed June 2022. These issues can still be seen in other reviews since our stay. Unfortunately, the problems remain. #1: Indoor Camera in Kitchen on highest Cabinet: (Illegal to have Indoor cameras per VRBO policy). In a previous remark to a review in 2015, the owners stated, that he did have an indoor camera "above the stove, facing the sliding door." Were there other cameras we did not find? #2: Misrepresentation of Property: Misleading Listing: Pictures of Indoor Pool in Listing. No such pool at this property. It is the FIRST listed Amenity. Under the Amenities, it does not state that it is off site. Currently there is an obscure disclaimer on the picture of the pool "add-on indoor pool may be on or off site options and fees may apply/not shared" There is NO INDOOR POOL ON THIS SITE. When discussed with owner, he said there would be an above ground pool at the end of the street for our use by the end of the week. NO SUCH POOL APPEARED. Also was told to look in the binder to find out how to get to the pool. Information not there. Very disappointed children and adults. -Listing photos show 4 large screen TV's in Family area, only one is actually there. -Photos on listing are old, and do not really show what you are getting. #3: Safety Issues: -Outdoor Railings and stairs unsafe/rickety. They have placed signs in plastic sleeves about, which read "Please do not lean on, hang on, push or sit on railings at any time" That is because they would fall over. Also tough for kids who can not yet read. -Exposed wiring in Family room area. Dangerous tangled web of wires. Especially for kids. Fire hazard? -Wooden dock, falling into lake. Unsafe to walk on. Was reported as an issue in July 2019. It is still there. -Steps from main level deck to upper level blocked. Unsafe too? #4: Cleanliness: -Filthy grills -Bloody stained sheets on bed -Ripped mattress pads in use -Dirty carpets -Overall, not very clean. The housekeeper was still there on our arrival at 4:30pm. I'm sure they try, it is a big house, but must need more staff to get it all done? Many other issues. Have used VRBO for years and am disappointed in this experience and in the lack of response from the Corporate VRBO thus far. *Also please check other negative reviews. The Owner has a history of giving harsh criticisms to those who give heartfelt honest reviews.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

Verified

4/10 Poor

Bidelson P.

29 Aug, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs some Work

A lot of work is needed done on the property as well as the advertisement. It said that there was a indoor pool which was not accurate. When we asked about the pool we were pointed to a yellow house with an above ground home pool, not what was advertised. Also spoke about 2 hot tubs yet the only one working was the one outside. The grills were filthy. They did not look like they had been cleaned in years. Water hose was thrown on the ground and some of the chairs were broken. The house looked like a party house and the carpets were dirty and the railing was very shaky. The area was very nice but the upkeep of the house is not being done. I would only recommend this house to a bunch of college partying kids who wake up not knowing or caring what the place they stay at looks like.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

23 Aug, 2022

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

Great for the family

30 people. Lots of room. Very happy with the accommodations.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Erica P.

8 Aug, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

A very poorly maintained house!!

One outdoor stairway was closed because it was ready to fall off the house and the other stairway was in very poor condition. The hot and cold controls in all of the bathrooms were installed wrong. The pool was located several miles away from the house. The 2 hot tubs were not functioning. The docks were in a poorer condition than outdoor stairways. The owner was a poor communicator. The owner flat out lied to us about several items in the house.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

Verified

8/10 Good

Diane L.

29 Jun, 2022

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

Bachelorette

Very spacious. Group of 20 plus had plenty of room. Beach ok- this is the reason for 4 stars. Very mucky. Had to call for toilet paper and trash bags. Nothing major and host was responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

31 May, 2022

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

Great place to vacation for a big group.

We rented this place to house our larger family group with kids. It turned out to be perfect for us. With super large table, the many different sleeping options and rooms made our stay one for the books. We were confused about there being a crib for an infant there, but the management got us a Pack N Play which worked out good. Plenty of stuff to do with all the games, kayaks, fishing poles, and volleyball, and spas. We were never bored. Feels like your away from it all but close enough to town if you forgot something. Owner attended to our needs and maintenance technician Mark was awesome. Thanks again!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy A.

17 May, 2022

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

Memories to last a lifetime

This lakehouse was rented for an after Prom weekend for seniors and parent chaperones. It was the perfect choice, The tiki bar, huge hot tub, volleyball and lake are just a few of the amenities that made our experience so great. All these good friends were able to celebrate together in one house and made enough memories to last a lifetime especially for kids who got robbed of most of their high school experience due to Covid. The property management team is very easy to work with and deserve a 5-star rating. We already can’t wait to book again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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