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Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat

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A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a couch, a chair, and a wooden table.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, and a trash bin.
A house with a dock extending into a pond, surrounded by trees.
A spacious living room with a large TV, a dining area with white chairs, and a view through a glass door to a body of water.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated on the lake, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 12 guests. Enjoy swimming and other adventure activities nearby. The property includes a patio for outdoor relaxation. Explore Palmer Lake and Palmer Lake Beach for additional recreation options.

Highlights

  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Palmer Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Colon, MI
  • Place, Palmer Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Gate Theater
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Firekeepers Casino
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat

Two spaces in one located on all sport Palmer Lake, nearly 500 acres. The rental includes a renovated main house with an additional bunk house located directly across the lawn. A roomy deck over the water, sandy beach area, flat top grill, and spacious fire pit on the property. The dock is 40 feet with a large platform to sit & enjoy the lake. There's a shallow, swimming area near the dock to enjoy the water on a raft. The main house is a completely renovated, ranch offering 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The bunk house includes a large bunk space as well as a great room with a bar area. Both spaces offer lake views, large gathering space, and plenty of sleeping quarters. Everything a lake retreat can offer! Plenty of parking available. *possible BOAT RENTAL

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Family reunions are welcome, events negotiable
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1721704vb
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
Note from host: Family reunions are welcome, events negotiable
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

Colon

Located in Colon, this holiday home is on a lake. Saint Joe Valley Golf Course and Island 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 Palmer Lake and Palmer Lake Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Colon, MI

What's nearby

  • Palmer Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 47 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 48 min drive - 61.9 km
  • Firekeepers Casino - 51 min drive - 69.9 km
  • Wings Event Center - 56 min drive - 68.8 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curly's Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Hog Saloon - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪River Lake Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Farrand Hall Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dawn's Café - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Family friendly, 2 in 1 lake house retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Palmer Lake and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Palmer Lake Beach. Lepley Lake and Veterans Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at this beautiful lake house for several years now and have always had a wonderful experience. Owners think of everything! House is comfortable and the lake is always fun! Will definitely continue to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2026
We love having your family every year! Glad to hear that you guys enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay

We had great weather to enjoy this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2022
Loved having you as a guest! So happy to hear the weather cooperated
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. Beautiful lake and the hosts go above and beyond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and hope to have you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property!We had 3 adult couples, teens and a toddler. There was something for everyone. We especially enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen for cooking, the walk in access to a sandy bottomed beach area with a sandbox area and the bunkhouse.The town of Colon is kind of lacking in amenities, but there a lot of nice little shops further away- an Amish community with great food options (Yoder's) and unique shopping (Miller's Discount- cash or check only) and Chupps. The Sand Lake party store had a large variety of fresh meats and tons of flavors of homemade bratwurst. We drove a little further and visited Rawson's Mill County park and Critchlow's Alligator Sanctuary. Beware of rented a boat through Palmer Lodges- the one we had rented had been taken out of the water for repairs and we were not notified. So when my husband went to pick it up not only was there no boat but no one staffing their office,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House For Magic Week

Beautiful location on Palmer Lake. We enjoyed ourselves at this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Glad you had an enjoyable stay! We would love to have you back next year for magic week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place

awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2020
Pleasure having you guys!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We Love It

Our fifth stay there. It is just a wonderful place for us to stay. 4 adults with our group of kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Palmer Lake and this property. This was a perfect spot for a friends/family weekend away. The house right on the water and very well maintained.The bunk house allowed for addition space we needed. We would and plan to stay here again in the future. Nicole was great to work with from booking through our stay. Highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

Beautiful place to vacation! Wonderful home with lots of amenities. Houses were both decorated really cute and very clean! Owner was more than accommodating and made us feel welcome - also great response time to a few questions we had. We will be back - Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us! You were wonderful guests and we would love to have you back in the future. Enjoy your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Fun

5 night stay was nothing but beautiful evenings and water filled fun all day long! Everything you need in a lake get away! Water/beach is great for the littles! Toys for every age available. Large kitchen and bountiful sleeping spaces!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
So happy to hear you guys enjoyed your stay! We would love to have you back in the future! Thanks for taking care of our house so well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful time. Everything was really nice and the owners were great to deal with. We will book this again!! Thank you so much for helping us make some great memories! Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2022
So happy to have some “magic” & comedy in the house! Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and would love to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Perfect Stay

This is such a beautiful property! Very well cared for—they think of everything! It checks all the boxes—you can be as busy or relaxed as you would like. The swim area at the dock is clean, fishing off the dock was good, and the shade to sit & enjoy the lake was a wonderful way to end the day. The fire pit was perfect to roast some s’mores lakeside. This was our third year for this property and we’re already talking about our next trip!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
As always, you are more than welcome to come back! We wish you a fantastic remaining summer and thank you for being amazing guests!! You are a wonderful family!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Palmer lake trip!! 🎉

We had a fantastic stay at your property!! There was so much provided for the guests. We are turning into seasoned lake house travelers and know to bring Ziploc bags and chip clips, etc. However, at Nicole's property, she's got you covered! Thank you for being such an excellent, well prepared host! 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2022
It was such a pleasure to have you and your family! Hope you come stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Family Vacation

We just got back from our family vacation and can’t wait to go back! We’ve been repeat renters over the years because the owners have thought of everything and it’s all perfect for us! Exactly as described. Comfortable. You only need to pack your swimsuit! Great swimming, fishing & floating! We had a great time on and off the lake. There’s something for everyone….you dan be as relaxed or busy as you want! Already planning our trip next summer.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Once again, we loved having you and your family! So happy you are continuing to come back!! Can’t wait to see you next year
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at the lake

We took our three kids for a week at the lake. We rented the boat along with the house. It’s a great little lake. We didn’t catch any fish, but we did a lot of swimming and tubing. We also went on a bike ride along the lake. Good memories were made! Our youngest enjoyed the sand at the lake front and we had a fire in the fire pit most nights. It was a great get away amid covid!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2020
Glad that you guys had a great time. Happy to hear that some fun memories were made. Sorry about the fish, they are not very cooperative. We’d love to have you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway

The rental process was easy from start to finish. This house was everything we wanted and more! It’s beautiful, clean, cozy and right on the lake. The view is breathtaking. Beds are comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. You literally need your swimsuit & food…that’s it. Our family of 4 love this home. We were able to have our extended family over and the set up worked for all ages. Only a few stairs for our older family members. Lots of games, sand toys and floats for kids and adults. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2022
We loved having your family again! So happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back next year! Thanks for being fantastic guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful 4 night stay!

Our family had a wonderful stay at this cabin right on the lake! The kids were entertained playing in the sand, swimming in the water, jumping off the dock and fishing from the dock. We brought sand toys, water rafts and other kid toys which wasn't necessary as those were already there as well as other toys (can jam, cornhole boards, etc.). We enjoyed having fires and cooking over the fire pit right next to the water. The kitchen has everything you need to cook meals and more. Some of our group took daily walks in the neighborhood and everyone we encountered was very friendly. Nicole was helpful and easy to communicate with, and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations all the supplies, bedding, towels that you need. lake is great for tubing, skiing nice little beach and swimming atea and you can jump off the dock. Great communication from the host
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax with family

The place was clean and pleasant with a well equipped kitchen and plenty of space inside and out for hanging out with our extended MI family members. The setting was beautiful—we especially liked the many swans that swam by every day. Our grandchildren loved the sand area on the shore. The fire pit right on the water was also a highlight along with the corn hole game provided by the owner. The owner was very responsive during our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful!

We had a wonderful time at the Lakehouse! Very clean and well appointed! Bunkhouse nice for extra sleeping and separate hanging out area. Enjoyed being right on the water! Kids loved the sand area, careful watch as right next to sea wall for the little ones. Communication great with host . Thank you for the special treats! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The size and location area great. The host provided swim and beach toys which meant less stuff to bring. The lake is really nice. I do wish there were less knickknacks under the TV as we worried one of the kids would break something. Also, the shower pressure is a little sad. Otherwise, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place on the Lake

This was our third stay at this VRBO. It suits us perfectly. The lake never seems to get too busy so we are able to do all the tubing and skiing we like.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as Listed! Relaxing Fun Getaway

The entire rental process was easy from start to finish. Nicole thought of everything! You literally only need your swimsuit and food. Fishing right off the dock, Sandy bottom swimming area, sandbox to dig your toes in the sand, fire pit for s’mores and relaxing....I could go on and on. Beds are comfortable, lots of room for anything you could want to do. Very clean and safe. Our family enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to visit again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2021
It was a pleasure having you and your family. We would love to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

Great time all around. Good size bass, walley, catfish right off pier; with turtles, a sandpit and bonfire right off the shore. Very nice owner too. Will be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and friends yearly get away

Had a good time, property was in a good location with lots of amenities. The only drawback was the weather which was chilly for the time of year. We were still able to relax and enjoy a quiet get away and will likely rent the property again. Hoping to rent earlier in the season though so we can make use of the boat and lake also.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Too bad the weather didn’t comply. Hope to see you next year!

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Hosted by Nicole Lang

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