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Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays

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Property grounds
View from property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays

This spectacular high-end cottage on the lake has it all. Bring your boat, bring your family and friends and we'll supply the views and fun! From a private island to a man cave with a pool table. The Hodenpyl Dam Pond/Lake of Mesick is a little-known gem of Michigan. The lake views & hiking around the property are breathtaking. Whether it's hanging by a campfire or soaking in the sun on the water, this island view property will not disappoint. Plenty of space for up to 10! Grab your dates now!

Some attractions in the area include:

Sleeping Bear Dunes-1 hour drive
Traverse City-45 minute drive
Crystal Mountain-20 minute drive
Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf- 30 minute drive
Little River Casino Resort-30 minute drive

Just down the road from the cottage is:

North Country Hiking Trail

Manistee River Hiking Trail (with Suspension Bridge)

Snowmobile Trails

Side-by-side/ATV Trails

The space

There are 3 adult kayaks, 2 children kayaks and 1 canoe available for use along with a variety of life jackets. There are also yard games (corn hole, yardzee, bocce ball, croquet) available for use. During the summer there is a water slide and diving board on a floating pontoon dock for your lake fun.

During the winter, there are 7 sets of snowshoes available for use.

Please note that you will be sent our rental agreement once you book your stay.

Property manager

Kim Holcomb

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b58072x

About the area

Map
Mesick, MI

What's nearby

  • Hodenpyl Dam - 18 min walk
  • Crystal Mountain - 21 min drive
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 29 min drive
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 37 min drive
  • Little River Casino - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jim's Bucksnort Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brew Há - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mushroom Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dairy Pit - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Hodenpyl Dam. Tippy Dam Recreation Area and Crystal Mountain are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Mesick's Island View Lake Cottage Hodenpyl Pond - Hosted by Simple Lyfe Stays Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan’s A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house is well decorated. We enjoyed the cute little island with fire pitch, chairs, boat dock, slide… There are many kayaks in the storage for adults and kids. We loved kayaking on the lake, very nice and peaceful. We rented a pontoon from a company nearby and went on the lake for a day. The lake is beautiful, peaceful, small enough to enjoy with little sand at some spots that you can stop to relax and the kids can play. The only down thing that the house doesn’t have Central Air. It only has a small AC unit in the master bedroom and ceiling fans but that wasn’t enough for 90 degrees weather, that made us very exhausted.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

Family and children freindly
Great place to stay , kids had a lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family reunion/wedding weekend!
The home was exactly as advertised, spacious enough for 8 adults and 2 children, plenty to do for fun outside too! The boats & 3.5 baths were a huge influence on our selection decision. We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
This place is beautiful and has tons to do! We enjoyed every minute and can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Place to Relax with Family and Friends
We had a fun and relaxing week kayaking, swimming, and sitting by the campfire. We had 6 kids (7-12 years old) who enjoyed every bit of this property inside and out. The lake is beautiful and peaceful and the house is close enough to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City to make day trips doable. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake vacation
We had a great time. The house had plenty of room for all of us. It had plenty of supplies that we forgot. It was close to a grocery and pharmacy. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and swimming in the lake. It was a good time for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail Z., Antioch. Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
Our family of nine just loved this home. It is just as pictured….even better! Owners are terrific. There was a problem with the washing machine and they were there to replace the day after we arrived. Property Manger was also great to work with. Answered all my questions promptly in the weeks leading up to our stay. If you rent this house make sure you plan a day at Sleeping Bear Dunes. Beautiful!!!! Since we spent most of our time at the house we ate all of our meals there. The one suggestion I do have is to get another garbage can if it is allowed by the town. Pick up is mid week so the one can gets full fast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise up north
Well maintained cozy place on the water. My entire family enjoyed this trip up north. We could kayak, canoe, jet ski & fish right off the dock. We took our atv’s as well & the trails were literally across the street. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had a great time on iur vacation. Everyday we went somewhere new and amazing. One daybit was rainy and we enjoyed that day as well. Kids caught their first fish here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
They thought of everything!
This property was a blast. They literally have anything you could want or need to have an amazing stay. We had a great time and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Fk K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family
This place was great for a family. It had a lot of room and things to do. The only thing we didn’t like was the parking. It was hard to park there in the winter, as there isn’t much space when the hill is icy and snow covered. But, it wouldn’t deter us from staying there again. Other than that, it was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We rented this for our parents 50th anniversary, it was perfect! Great space to spread out and loved the decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mesick lake house
Beautiful home with wonderful views. Comfortable and very inviting to make wonderful memories with friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022