10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
25 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
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Cozy 2 bedroom home-pet-friendly, fenced-in backyard near Downtown Grand Rapids
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Cozy 2 bedroom home-pet-friendly, fenced-in backyard near Downtown Grand Rapids
Welcome to your cozy Grand Rapids retreat — perfectly located near downtown and just minutes from Van Andel Arena, Devos Performance Hall/Place, John Ball Zoo and the upcoming Acricsure Amphitheaterl! Dog-friendly with a large, fenced-in backyard.
In town for The Lion King at DeVos Performance Hall April 8–11? Stay just 1.2 miles away on Grand Rapids’ exciting West Side. Our pet-friendly 2BR home features a full kitchen and large fenced backyard. Skip heavy traffic and expensive downtown parking with a quick, inexpensive Uber ride. Enjoy easy self check-in and unwind after the show around the fire pit on your private deck.
Relax in this welcoming 2-bedroom home designed for comfort, convenience, and easy access to everything Grand Rapids offers.
✔ Two comfortable bedrooms (ideal for couples, families, or small groups)
✔ Office space/kids space
✔ Full kitchen stocked for home-cooked meals
✔ Bright living room perfect for relaxing after a day at the festival
✔ Seasonal pool (open in warm months, not winter — but a major perk for summer stays!)
✔ Fast Wi-Fi for streaming and remote work
✔ Free parking
✔ Washer & dryer for longer stays
Prime Location
Our home is located on Grand Rapids’ popular West Side — known for its walkable streets, craft breweries, restaurants, markets, and historic charm.
You’ll be close to:
✔ Downtown GR & World of Winter installations
✔ Bridge Street restaurants and bars
✔ John Ball Zoo
✔ The new Soccer Stadium development
✔ Grand Rapids Public Museum
✔ Devos Place & Van Andel Arena
Why Guests Love Staying Here During World of Winter
✔ Quick access to all festival events
✔ Warm, comfortable home to retreat to after being outdoors
✔ Safe, quiet neighborhood close to downtown
✔ Perfect for couples getaways, family trips, and small groups access to all festival events
Book Your Stay
We would love to host you during World of Winter or any downtown Grand Rapids adventure.
Book your stay today—we look forward to welcoming you!
In town for The Lion King at DeVos Performance Hall April 8–11? Stay just 1.2 miles away on Grand Rapids’ exciting West Side. Our pet-friendly 2BR home features a full kitchen and large fenced backyard. Skip heavy traffic and expensive downtown parking with a quick, inexpensive Uber ride. Enjoy easy self check-in and unwind after the show around the fire pit on your private deck.
Relax in this welcoming 2-bedroom home designed for comfort, convenience, and easy access to everything Grand Rapids offers.
✔ Two comfortable bedrooms (ideal for couples, families, or small groups)
✔ Office space/kids space
✔ Full kitchen stocked for home-cooked meals
✔ Bright living room perfect for relaxing after a day at the festival
✔ Seasonal pool (open in warm months, not winter — but a major perk for summer stays!)
✔ Fast Wi-Fi for streaming and remote work
✔ Free parking
✔ Washer & dryer for longer stays
Prime Location
Our home is located on Grand Rapids’ popular West Side — known for its walkable streets, craft breweries, restaurants, markets, and historic charm.
You’ll be close to:
✔ Downtown GR & World of Winter installations
✔ Bridge Street restaurants and bars
✔ John Ball Zoo
✔ The new Soccer Stadium development
✔ Grand Rapids Public Museum
✔ Devos Place & Van Andel Arena
Why Guests Love Staying Here During World of Winter
✔ Quick access to all festival events
✔ Warm, comfortable home to retreat to after being outdoors
✔ Safe, quiet neighborhood close to downtown
✔ Perfect for couples getaways, family trips, and small groups access to all festival events
Book Your Stay
We would love to host you during World of Winter or any downtown Grand Rapids adventure.
Book your stay today—we look forward to welcoming you!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Fees will apply for any damage done from pets
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
Property Registration Number Z31771
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Grand Rapids
John Ball Park, a neighbourhood in Grand Rapids, is home to this holiday home. La Grande Vitesse and Heritage Hill Historic District are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Market and Fulton Street Farmers Market. John Ball Zoo and Van Andel Museum Center are also worth visiting.
Grand Rapids, MI
What's nearby
- Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- John Ball Zoo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Gerald R. Ford Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- DeVos Performance Hall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Van Andel Arena - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Burger King - 13 min walk
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- Midnight Express Cafe - 12 min walk
- Rapid River Stillhouse - 13 min walk
- Vito's Pizza - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ken L.
6 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Ken L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Suzie S.
24 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, great location
Suzie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marc L.
17 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy M.
17 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy place to stay in GR!
Jeremy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Accounting A.
18 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Accounting A.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Taylor N.
13 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay
Taylor N.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Andrew C.
19 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay
Andrew C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
CHELSEA A.
24 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, & Relaxing
CHELSEA A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian G.
30 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay
Brian G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bernadine Z.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Rapids
Bernadine Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tina S.
5 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tina S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
1 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth W.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Liz W.
16 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liz W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
About the host
Hosted by Courtney Lawrence
Scott and I met twelve years ago, working together for a prominent logistics company; I was a dispatcher, and he was a truck driver. We decided to buy a house and spent weekends transforming it into a beautiful, cozy, and functional home. With the arrival of grandkids, we put in a pool with a circular deck, creating a perfect space for entertaining and relaxation—our little paradise. Two years ago, we felt it was time for a change. Life became stagnant, and we both were looking for something different. We left our jobs and purchased a camper to explore the country. We have had the opportunity to travel as far west as Yellowstone and as far south as Savanah, GA. Being gone so often, we thought with our home's fantastic location, and close proximity to downtown Grand Rapids, we decided to list our home on Vrbo, Airbnb, and other rental platforms. The home was built over a hundred years ago on the west side of Grand Rapids. We know our home is older but it's the old-style windows and crown molding (the popcorn is bad and due to be removed one day). We also have updated the home with the conveniences that provide comfort and ease, such as air conditioners and a dishwasher. We have hosted birthday parties, bridal showers, wedding rehearsal dinners, as well as bachelorette parties. The privacy fence, large yard, heated saltwater pool, and easy-to-use propane firepit have provided us with countless fun nights in the backyard, enjoying the outdoors. With so much to do in Grand Rapids, we wanted to share our home so others can enjoy all there is to do in and around Grand Rapids while staying in a place that feels like home. .
Why they chose this property
When we were searching for a house, being empty nesters, we wanted a location that was lively and close to events, bars, and restaurants. We were fortunate to find our home just a stone's throw from downtown. It's conveniently located near the Van Andel Arena for concerts and DeVos Place for anything from the popular R&V Show to taking in a Broadway play, such as Hamilton. This vibrant scene perfectly aligns with our desire to immerse ourselves in the local culture while enjoying everything the neighborhood has to offer. One of the key factors that influenced our decision to buy our home was the potential of the Grand Rapids West side. With exciting developments planned for a downtown amphitheater, a professional soccer stadium, and high-end dining options, we felt drawn to this thriving community. Having bike lanes readily available enables us to cycle to different destinations, which is advantageous for both our health and the environment.
What makes this property unique
Our property stands out because of its prime location and the warm, inviting atmosphere we've created. It combines comfort and accessibility, allowing guests to experience the best of Grand Rapids right at their doorstep. With a beautiful backyard for outdoor gatherings, with a heated saltwater pool and tiki bar, and a homey interior that's perfect for relaxation, we aim to provide a unique experience that reflects the charm and vibrancy of the neighborhood. Whether you're here for a concert, a night out, or a family gathering, our home is designed to make your stay both enjoyable and memorable.
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