Beautiful 4-bedroom Lake Front Cottage with HOT TUB & rentable BOAT

This is a peaceful, nostalgic lake cottage perfect for slowing down. Think campfires, card games, morning coffee on the deck, late nights in the hot tub under the stars and falling asleep to the sounds of crickets. If you’re looking for a break from the fast pace of everyday life, you’ll love it here. Ideal for family getaways, nature lovers, and the chance to unplug; disconnect from electronics and reconnect to family & friends (wifi available).

Guest favorites:
• Lakefront views
• Brand-new hot tub
• Pontoon boat rental available
• Backyard bonfire area
• Canoe included

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Perfect for:
• Family lake vacations
• Fishing trips
• Girls or guys weekend
• Small celebrations

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The Cottage:
• Sleeps up to 9 guests
• 4 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
• 3 Queen beds + 3 Twin beds
• Scenic lake views
• Sliding glass door facing the water
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Cozy living room with Wi-Fi

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Lake & Outdoor Fun:
• Private lake access
• On All-Sports Round Lake
• Canoe available for guest use
• Pontoon boat available to rent
• Backyard firepit for bonfires & s’mores
• Fishing from the dock, canoe, or boat
• Hot tub on the back deck
• Propane grill available
• Firewood available locally (grocery stores, gas stations, hardware stores)

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Fishing Info:
Fishing is great on Round Lake!
A Michigan fishing license is required and can be purchased online through the Michigan DNR or at Meijer/Dunham’s.
Please bring your own fishing gear.

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Safety:
Safety is our top priority, especially being on the lake.
• Children must never be left unattended near the water
• Adult life vests (S/M/L) provided
• 4 child life vests available (ages ~1–9)
• Life vests must be worn when using the pontoon boat

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Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire home, along with the backyard, deck, hot tub, beach, dock, and lake.

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Pontoon Boat (Optional Rental):
Available during warmer months May–September. If reserved, keys are provided via a smart lockbox and the boat comes prefilled with gasoline.
Please note the boat launch is private, so we cannot accommodate guests bringing their own boats.
~$340/day (includes gas + insurance)
Flexible booking—choose only the days you want
Easy setup—we’ll guide you through a quick, simple process through an app called boatsetter.
Guests interested in renting the pontoon boat must inquire prior to check-in so we have adequate time to prepare the boat for use.
Pontoon rental registration/insurance must be completed before noon on the intended day of use (earlier completion is encouraged). Due to the required 8-hour booking block and boatsetter app restrictions related to sundown operating hours, same-day afternoon bookings cannot be accommodated.
Spend your days cruising the lake, swimming, or watching the sunset right from the water—it’s one of our guests’ favorite parts of their stay!

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Parking:
Space for up to 3 vehicles in the driveway. We cannot support EV charging at this time. Sorry for any inconvenience.

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Restrictions:
Pets are not allowed at this time.
If you have a service animal or special request, please message us.
The only areas not accessible are the cleaning closet inside the home and the shed outside.

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Minimum Stay:
Our standard minimum stay is 3 nights for warmer months and 2 nights for cooler months. If you’re interested in a shorter stay, feel free to message us—we’re happy to consider exceptions depending on availability.

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No Smoking:
Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property or inside the home. A $500 cleaning fee will be charged if this policy is violated.

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Well Water
The home uses a private well water system. The water has been professionally tested and is safe to drink.

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Cooling & Air Conditioning
This is a classic Michigan lake cottage and does not have central air conditioning. To keep guests comfortable during warmer months:
• Stand-alone A/C units are provided on each floor in select bedrooms
• Please do not move the units, as they are positioned for optimal cooling
• Opening windows and using ceiling fans helps maintain good airflow

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Michigan Summers
Michigan typically experiences moderate summer temperatures, and many guests find the cottage comfortable with the provided A/C units, lake breeze, and fans.

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Cameras
There are 4 cameras on the property. (1) First camera is mounted to the front of the home and faced the parking spaces. (2) Second camera is mounted mid-section of the home and faces the front orange guest access door. (3) Third camera is mounted to the rear of the home and faces the lake. (4) Fourth camera is a bird feeder mounted to the back of the shed and faces the dock/boat. It is motion activated.