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Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • 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.

Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More

~ABOUT THIS SPACE~
Welcome to our lake home on Long Lake in Portage, MI! This cozy retreat is just 15 minutes away from the vibrant city of Kalamazoo. Relax and unwind in our beautifully furnished home, complete with games, toys for kids, and a putting matt. Step outside to your private beach and sandy swim area. Cast a line off the end of the dock, fire up the grill, take the pontoon or kayaks for a cruise, or start a fire in the smokeless solo stove. We can't wait for your family to make memories here!

The open concept main floor features a fully stocked kitchen, spacious living room, and additional sun room complete with a reading nook and large dining table. The main floor bedroom features a king bed and includes a walk-out deck perfect for sipping coffee on in the morning. Bedroom #2 is located upstairs. This space features queen bunk beds and a very comfy futon that folds out into a full size bed. The house sleeps 8. The backyard features a large deck with plenty of seating, a private dock with pontoon (available for rent), and a small beach area perfect for the kiddos. The water is shallow and sandy, making this an ideal swim area for younger kids. You will also find a picnic table, a solo stove, and additional beach toys and rafts for your use. Firewood is stored onsite and can also be purchased for use.

~Other Things to Note~
This home in one of a kind. It was originally built in 1915 as a very small ice house, but has had many additions added over the past few decades. If you are a fisherman, you will find that the catch is plentiful on Long Lake. The kids frequently enjoy catching bluegill right off the end of the dock, so be sure to bring your poles and worms! There is also a volleyball net, beersbie game, and large floating water mat available for water fun in addition to sand toys and rafts.

The pontoon is available for rent:
1 day - $250
3 days - $500
7 days - $700

Property manager

Samantha Smith

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Portage, MI

What's nearby

  • Air Zoo - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Wings Event Center - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kalamazoo State Theatre - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Western Michigan University - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Kalamazoo College - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More located?

This family-friendly Portage holiday home is located on a lake, 3 mi (4.8 km) from West Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Air Zoo and The Crossroads. Gourdneck Lake and Veterans Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Lakefront Home - Pontoon & Private Beach - Minutes to Breweries, Shopping & More Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

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

Great Lake getaway

My family of 6 had an excellent stay! The back patio is lakefront and it great for all ages. The home comes equipped with all the comforts of home (shampoo, conditioner, fully stocked kitchen, towels, etc) plus many extras (coffee bar, kayaks, beach toys, inside kids toys, books, games, etc ). The A/C worked well in higher than normal temperatures. Communication with the property owner was fast and friendly! The house is decorated super cute. I feel the price is fair for the location. The only cons I had were that the house is on a SUPER busy road. It doesn't affect the back yard but when loading/unloading cars it's something to be acutely aware of. Also, some of the items around the house need replacing; one of the seats of the kayak was broken, the fire pit was crushed and therefore inoperable and a couple of the plastic lounge chairs were broken. Overall, doesn't affect the wonder of the property. We would rent the property again if we ever return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Uniting Family

I recently stayed at Sam’s Lake House, AMAZING with breathtaking views of the lake. The large windows allowed me to fully enjoy the serene winter scenery, as snow fell. Sam was incredibly responsive and went out of her way to ensure my stay went smoothly, even arranging the cleaning crew to expedite their work.Thoughtful touches throughout the house, like the wide variety of games available—even 420 games, though it's important to note that smoking isn't allowed on the property. The check-out instructions were very clear, making the departure process stress-free. I appreciated the ample closet space in the bedroom. The dreamy clawfoot bathtub in the downstairs bathroom was a definite highlight!A few minor details: the upstairs bathroom tub is peeling, and while there’s a slip mat, I did have a slip (which was on me). Also, there is no dishwasher, so be prepared to wash dishes by hand. The refrigerator needs a good deep clean. That said, I never memtioned these to Sam as she was so accommodating these things could have been missed rushing to get me in. Parking was a little tricky with fast-moving cars, and Sam explained the garage wasn’t available due to storage. Things that could have made the stay better: aTV in the downstairs bedroom, warmer blankets, covered awnings for the patios, and a door to go out to the deck instead of the side. 8.9 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

WMU Homecoming!

The cottage was perfect fornour family during WMU Homecoming weekend. Cottage was clean, quiet, and roomy. Highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024