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Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)

Lakefront cottage in Newaygo with kitchen

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Lake
Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Newaygo, MI
  • Place, Hardy Dam Reservoir Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hardy Dam County Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Newaygo State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)

Entire cottage on Croton Pond offers beautiful views, recreation, and fishing on the Muskegon River. The cottage is just minutes away from tubing, kayaking, hiking and biking trails. After a day of adventures, it's refreshing to return "home" to relax in this cozy and clean cottage. Pet Friendly, wifi, kayaks and paddleboat, fire pit, charcoal grill, and full kitchen amenities included. Local area has restaurants, grocery store, and gas station.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Children must be well behaved and monitored at all times. Pets must also be well behaved, quiet, leashed when outside, and pick up their poo.
No parties! Also, in consideration of other guests, quiet times are between 11 pm and 7 am

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Newaygo

Located in Newaygo, this cottage is on the waterfront. Hardy Dam County Marina and Newaygo State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Hardy Dam Reservoir Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Hardy Dam Reservoir Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hardy Dam County Marina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Newaygo State Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Sandy Beach County Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Newaygo County Sports Park - 15 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Trails Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Diner Between The Dams - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hit The Road Joe's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chester's Chicken - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)?

As of 21 Jan, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2) on 22 Jan, 2026 start from S$267.03, 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 Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castaways Cottage on Croton Pond (#2) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Hardy Dam Reservoir Park. Hardy Dam County Marina and Newaygo State Park are also within 6 miles (10 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. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

JAMES S.

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

Great place

We love staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was all right. Location was great the view was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great stay

Quite relaxing place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Very nice & clean

Was with family& was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

humberto f.

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

nice place

very nice place clean, easy to check in,everything you need,warm
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Overnite Getaway

Very nice for our needs- plan on staying there again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joan Q.

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

Quiet and relaxing.

We came to pamper ourselves and that we did. The host was kind and helpful when needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great Scenery

Nice location, entrance and exit is hard to get in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denice W., Michigan

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

Great stay

This clean and cozy cottage was in a great location and as advertised. The hosts were very prompt to all communications and needs while staying with them. We'd definitely return here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn W.

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

Weekend visit

Everything was exactly as described. The area is beautiful and it has what you need. The bathroom is small but they showed that in the pics. I needed a certain pan and host brought it right to me. Peaceful, nice spot
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Americo M.

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

Serene

Breathtaking view
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Newago in the fall

We looked for a rustic VRBO and found it! Beautiful area and very comfortable. Would have liked a foldable card table for cards but brought our own so it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Z.

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

A Nice Peaceful Spot

This VRBO home had everything we were looking for! Peaceful, beautiful views, comfortable bed, kayaks, kitchen, porch and a great host, who is easily reached. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

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

Family friendly

Beautiful waterfront views, all the amenities we needed. Any issues, whether small or big, were resolved promptly and kindly by the owner, who also lives on the property. Overall a great, relaxing summer vacation with extended family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Cute place on lake

It jas been newly aquired so needs a little mattenance but nice quiet spoke for your summer fun and boat launch
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon G.

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

Nice quiet

enjoyed myself. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra L.

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

Hunting Trip

Booked this for my husband and son's hunting trip. Location was great and the space met their needs. The host is on site and very attentive, helpful and responded to requests quickly. The place could have used a quick once over for cleaning just prior to arrival, there were some areas that needed to be swept up and some dishes looked like they hadn't been cleaned in awhile so they pre-washed prior to using. Over all was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole B.

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

Scenic cabin

I’m rented Cabin 2 for a short “girls trip” with my friend and wanted something inexpensive, cozy and good for relaxing. This was mostly what we found. The waterfront property is beautiful and the common area was perfect for sitting on the swing and drinking coffee while looking over the water. It was quite and the location is close to hiking trails which was a great way to spend the day.the cabin is small but was a perfect size for what we needed. Beds and bathroom were clean. The only complaints we had were that not all of the dishes and silverware were clean and anything we used needed to be pre washed. Overall, the spot was perfect for a short visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad D., Zeeland, MI

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

Castaway Vacay Saver

Our family of 4 we're planning on rustic camping in Newaygo. However the forecast turned bad after the first night of our trip. We wanted something affordable comfortable and got more than we thought we could. The dock and kayaks were in great shape. There was a nice little communal firepit that was great for s'mores. With breaks in the storms we got to swim, kayak, then watch some TV play some board/card games, and have a nice fire. All within our price range and 8 minutes from a super market. The stove/oven worked great. Stand up shower to wash off with plenty of head space for someone over 6 foot. Two twin full beds kept the peace for 2 boys 10 & 13. Wi-Fi worked great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying here and it was a great stay! Beautiful place and amazing area. The hosts are also great people and very responsive to any questions. We will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne D.

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

Happy and exactly what we expected!

Easy instructions. Exactly as shown in pics no surprises. Beautiful easy hiking trails nearby. Some favourites included Marshall trail, Newaygo River walk and Dragon trail. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

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

Nice amenities. Bathroom a little small. Very comfortable bed. Overall a very good experience.

Great place to rest and fish.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

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

Peace and Quiet

Two friends and I rented Cabin 2 for a girls weekend and had a great time! We did a little bit of shopping in Newago before we got there and again after we left but we enjoyed the location so much we never left once we got there. The hosts are friendly, on the property, quick to respond to any questions but not at all intrusive. We enjoyed chatting with them a couple of times. Since there is a lot of shared space, we enjoyed chatting a bit with the other guests but did not feel like they intruded on our vacation. The only negatives were that there isn’t any beach, just a dock, and the bedrooms got stuffy at night (but we were there during a hot spell). The ac and fans provided are noisy. That said, we are already talking about another stay! Plus, I would feel very safe and comfortable if I went by myself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Peaceful and Quaint Getaway

What a quaint and cozy little cottage! We loved that we were able to sit on the front patio and see the water right from our cottage. Our 14 year old son was quite content throughout our stay, enjoying time on the paddle boat and kayak. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend this rental to anyone who is looking for a quiet and very peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Looking forward to staying again. Family agrees.

We stayed in cabin #2 and loved it. It is one of the closest cabins to the water. The size was perfect for our family of four - one small bedroom with a queen bed and another small bedroom with twin bunk beds. The kitchen and living room area are combined into one fairly small area that works perfectly. I thought, for the owner's sake, that a fold out couch might be wise, that maybe they could charge more for the space if they did, but it wasn't expected or necessary. It was just me admiring the little cabin and my imagination wandering. I loved how the keys were in the drop box waiting for us and that didn't need to make a trip into the office. The area was quiet and peaceful, despite the cabins being close together and completely booked. The kitchen included a regular fridge and stove, just a little smaller so they were in proportion to the size of the cabin. I appreciated the dishes, silverware, cookware, towels, and bedding, which are not available in some other places. There is a little mom n' pop restaurant just down the road (turn left out of he driveway), which we stopped at for a quick breakfast after checking out. If the restaurant parking lot looks full, don't assume the restaurant is. It is bigger than it looks and has a breakfast buffet so there was no waiting for a table, service or food. The buffet looks small but it is wonderful and has all the breakfast foods that are being restocked constantly. What a blessing to stay at a quaint little cabin with water right there and with a yummy little restaurant right around the corner. For the sake of honesty and so you don't think I am sugar-coating this review, I will also share the two things that were not perfect (I am definitely not complaining). We stayed near the water on a very windy February weekend, so it was exceptionally cold outside. Our cabin was warm but the bedrooms were a little chilly. No problem, though, because we used the awesome space heaters that were already in each bedroom. They kept us nice and toasty! The only other thing is how the plumbing in the bathroom drained slowly, which could have been from the exceptionally cold weather. We let the owners know simply out of courtesy, just in case they were not aware and they arranged for the plumber to check it out the following day. Overall, a wonderful experience which actually exceeded our expectations. We are looking forward to future stays, as it is the perfect little cabin for family of four. Our relatives agree.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Joy

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Why they chose this property

Castaways Cottages are located between the Croton and Hardy Dams on the Muskegon River. There are about 10 steps down to the water’s edge. A dock extends into the water and a boardwalk runs the length of the property along the water’s edge with room to moor your boat if you choose to bring one along. While you visit, please feel free to take out the paddleboat and kayaks. Perhaps you'll catch sight of a bald eagle soaring above or a family of ducks gliding along the pond. You’ll feel the cares of life just melt away in the beauty of nature.

The cabin consists of the main living area with a seating area, tv, small eating area, and fully functioning kitchen (see photos). It has one bath and two bedrooms (one with a queen bed, and the other with a bunk bed). We provide linens, dinner ware, and basic utensils, pots and pans for cooking. Outside the cabin, under the awning, is a picnic table and a couple Adirondack chairs – a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee.

The community space is available to all guests. It has a platform that overlooks the water, a wooden swing for relaxing, and campfire pit with bench seating.

Downtown Croton is 2 miles away and has a couple restaurants, gas station, and grocery store. We are about 10 miles away from beautiful Newaygo with more shops, restaurants, and parks. We are minutes away from North Country Trails and the Dragon Trail - popular with both hikers and bikers. Do you want a day at a beach instead? The Hardy Operator’s Village Park is a couple miles away, just east of the Hardy Dam, and offers hours of fun with its sandy beach, playground and picnic areas.

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