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Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat

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A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a body of water, an American flag, and leafless trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a view of the water through large windows.
A narrow hallway with wooden paneling on both sides, a door at the end, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A spacious living room with a large leather sofa, a smaller sofa, and a recliner. There is a wooden coffee table and a lamp. The room has large windows with a view of the ocean.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Albion, MI
  • Place, Duck Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Firekeepers Casino
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan State University
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat

- Family getaway, shallow/sandy water + kayaks!
- Private on-site dock, concrete stamped patio, 2 decks, firepit, spacious yard.
- Pet fee of $150 per pet.
- Fully stocked/equipped kitchen.
- Parking (6 VEHICLES!)
- Retro arcade games.
- Golf: Duck Lake CC (please inquire w/ me!) & Medalist Golf Club.
- Near Marshall, Springport, Olivet, Mi.

HOUSE LAYOUT
First floor: laundry room, full bathroom, gaming room, kitchen, and living room with one sleeper sofa.
Second floor: three bedrooms, half bathroom & full bathroom.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Events allowed
If you're looking to party, we're not the place!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must be on leash. Contact us about what kind.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This means no smoking weed in our home.
Guest must sign Rental Agreement. Security deposit required up to $750. Minimum age to rent is 25.
Guest required to input party size when booking. NO smoking. This means no smoking weed in our home. Pet Fee is $150 per pet.
NO parties. If you're looking to party, we're not the place! Also, please have your pet on a leash :)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2961545vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: If you're looking to party, we're not the place!
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

Albion

Located in Albion, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Voorhees Sanctuary and Brandt Woods, while Marshall Historical Museum and Franke Center For the Arts are cultural highlights. Eaton County Fairgrounds and Calhoun County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Albion, MI

What's nearby

  • Duck Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Firekeepers Casino - 31 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Lansing Center - 50 min drive - 76.3 km
  • Michigan State University - 51 min drive - 71.3 km
  • Spartan Stadium - 59 min drive - 83.7 km

Getting around

  • Albion Station - 23 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Duck Lake Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chubby's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shooters - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience serenity at our lakeside retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Duck Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gordon Lake and Voorhees Sanctuary. Narrow Lake and Brandt Woods are also within 9 miles (15 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. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed during our son’s wedding weekend so we were not there enough to enjoy this beautiful house and lake! Would love to come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2026
Thanks for this kind review! Glad you could enjoy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view. Lovely house. Very clean and very well supplied with everything we needed. Excellent communication with hostess. Would absolutely go here again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for this thoughtful review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much! The sunsets here are stunning! Glad you stayed at the lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Well stocked. The porch was great for eating meals. The lake was great to play in, especially with kids. We were grateful to have access to the paddle board and kayak.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2026
Robin, thank you for staying! We are so glad you had a great stay and enjoyed the time with family. Hope to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ….I love that the bed quits are even washed. Well supplied
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Thanks Penny! Glad it was a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best appointed properties we've ever stayed out. Not only was there plenty of pots, pans, plates, cups and kitchen accessories, there was an abundance of child proof and safe dishes and cups as well. We had no problem making ourselves at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2026
Thank you for this wonderful review. We are so happy you found everything you needed and enjoyed your stay!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near Duck Lake Country Club and plenty of room for cooking and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were staying at Penny's First Love for 7 nights with our 6 kids, ages 4 months to 13 years. The lake house was easy to find, easy parking, and a beautiful location on Duck Lake. Our kids were very comfortable in the two upstairs bedrooms, as were we parents in the (huge!) master bedroom & bath. Everything was clean when we got there. Plenty of dishes & kitchen tools. Everything we needed was there except a pack-n-play, but we had already brought our own along. Mattresses were a little soft for our taste, but that's just us. The two kayaks, life jackets of all sizes, and beach toys were much enjoyed by our kids. Erin, our host, was very responsive.This was a great stay, and we would definitely consider booking it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2026
I’m so happy your family and you enjoyed the stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake House in Winter

Beautiful, well equipped, clean and comfortable home for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2022
From the owner: "Thank you for the review! Please come back and visit during the summer. It is beautiful."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best rental I’ve ever stayed at!

Penny’s First Love was the cleanest and most well apportioned property I’ve stayed at. I appreciated all the attention to detail, great communication and the beautiful lake view was the icing on the cake. Stay here if you get the chance!! I know we will be back 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2024
Brandy thanks so much for this lovely review! Come back and visit us in the summer months!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a Weekend with Friends

The house was laid out perfectly for our group of 7 and had all the amenities needed. We rented a pontoon for the day and had a great time! The property manager was friendly and helpful. We will definitely be coming back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Glad you girls had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Penny’s First Love

This place is a hidden gem! House was exactly as advertised. Quiet area with everything you need to enjoy family lake time. Host was incredible, provided information on every possible activity in the area. Will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
We can't wait to host you next year! You were a wonderful group!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply PERFECT!

Our stay at the Shafer Family Penny's First Love home was absolutely fantastic. The view of Duck Lake is stunning, the home feels like ... HOME! It has all the amenities you need - and then some! Hoping to be back again. THANKS Shafer's ... we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for a college track team

Super clean! We noticed that right away. View over the lake is incredible. Couches are also super comfortable and sleepable without needing to be converted into pull-outs. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2023
So happy you enjoyed your stay, Jack. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway location

This house is exactly as advertised. It was clean and everything was well kept and in nice condition. The location is outstanding with nice seating inside or out for looking at the lake. The sunset while on the deck was fantastic. There were even enough towels and washcloths provided which is a thing not all rentals get right. I would definitely book this rental again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2022
Thank you for being a great guest. We are happy you had a wonderful stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, comfortable and homey

Everything was great. Plenty of room for lounging and outside enjoyment. The lake was great swimming with a nice sandy bottom. I'm glad we rented the pontoon boat as suggested, it gave us a nice view of the lake. I would be very comfortable renting the lake house again. The Schaffers were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
We are so glad you had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We had 12 people, ages 5 to 68. The cottage was better than advertised. I’ve never seen a better stop stocked kitchen and the property was wonderful for our family group. The beach with Sacha, long enough that you. Don’t have to worry about the kids drowning did not. The game room was in use most of the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Find

Wonderful immaculate property. The owner’s have thought of every detail and the house is completely stocked with everything you need. Communication with the owner is also excellent. We were able to kayak but during our stay you could not really swim from the beach or dock due to lots of foliage floating and mucky bottom. Next time I would rent a pontoon boat so that we could get out beyond the stuff floating on the water’s edge and swim from the pontoon as the lake really is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Robyn, thanks for staying at our cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location; house was clean and had plenty of space for our family of 8, plus one grand-baby, and two dogs. Host was great with communication too. They provided SO many things, like beach towels, fully stocked kitchen, water floats, kayaks, paddle board, bath towels, linens, and more. It was so nice to not have to think about packing those things. The view off of the top main deck is beautiful, and the perfect spot to watch the sun set every night. The neighbors were lovely people as well. The houses were closer than we expected, but it wasn’t a problem. We LOVED our time there and hope to return again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2026
Erika you were a great guest! Thanks so much for staying with us. We’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very well equipped, spacious, and in a beautiful spot. It faces west, and the sunsets from the deck are magnificent. Erin was prompt with responses and instructions were clear. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
While I rated the overall experience four stars due to my belief that there's always room for improvement, it was a fantastic stay. The host was easy to work with, and the price was reasonable. My only minor concern was the size of the beds; they were quite short, except for the master bedroom. This wasn't a complaint, just an observation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house on lovely lake

Everything was exactly as described. The furniture and beds were modern and comfortable. The house was very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. The lake is lovely and great for swimming or boating
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Agler cousin's vacation

We enjoyed the house all 3 different decks the lake front. Water was amazing with a sand/pebble bottom nice and clean. Are thinking about going back next summer
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very quiet and beautiful home with amazing views of Duke Lake.

This beautiful home was more then we expected for our annual family reunion. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the only thing we needed to bring was our clothes and food, everything else was provided. Duke Lake is such a beautiful lake. I would recommend taking advantage of the kayaks as I went out on the lake twice. I hope you enjoy this home as much as me and my family did!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Erin

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Our family started this journey because we love the lake. We've had so many great memories with our own kids that we wanted to bring a little slice of heaven to others. Memories at the lake last for a lifetime and we'd be happy to have you!

Why they chose this property

Michigan is a beautiful lake destination spot. We want you to experience Pure Michigan!

What makes this property unique

Very spacious yard with sandy/shallow swimming, kayaks/paddle boards available for use, retro arcade games, golf right across the street at Duck Lake Country Club.

Languages:

English

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