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2023 Built Lake Home w/ beach, arcade & huge deck

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12161 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Portage, Michigan
  • Air Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wings Event Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Western Michigan University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Portage

Located in Portage, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of West Lake and Air Zoo. .This beach vacation home is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Western Michigan University and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Gourdneck Lake.

What's nearby

  • Air Zoo - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Wings Event Center - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Kalamazoo State Theatre - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Western Michigan University - 19 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Kalamazoo College - 19 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

2023 Built Lake Home w/ beach, arcade & huge deck

Summary:

575 acre all-sports lake or wetland views from nearly every room in the home. You won't find another place that offers the ability for your group to swim, nature or bird watch, catch frogs or turtles, swim, fish or relax, like this home. We've set up the space so even if there's rain in the forecast, you'll have something to enjoy inside of the home. We're 12 mins from downtown Kalamazoo, 5 mins from I-94 and halfway between Detroit & Chicago.

The Space:
**Beach CLOSED October 1st (Opening May 1st)**

50' of private Lake frontage accessed just across road. With 4 bedrooms, 7 beds and a futon, there's plenty of room for relaxing. Each room has its own theme and offers views of the lake for that perfect sunset view every night. The upstairs bathroom is the larger of the 2 full bathrooms and offers a full shower /tub setup with a separate water closet to allow for others to get ready to go out or prepare for bed. The main floor is a true open concept that allows not only the fresh air to easily flow through the home but allows your group this same luxury. We've added a large 35' long deck off the back of the home that stretches the entire length of the home. From the deck you'll be able to enjoy your group relaxing by the firepit or grab a chair and watch the large variety of birds, frogs, turtles, ducks, deer and more. We upgraded the game room on this home to offer a larger space to enjoy during early mornings or evenings when you're not swimming. Driving an electric vehicle..? We have a level 2, 50 amp car charging station on the driveway side of the home for convenient charging. This home has 10 parking spots.

We've tried to solve all of the challenges plaguing lake cottages...

1) They're typically really small in size. Our home is over 1700 sq ft and designed for groups to enjoy both indoor and outdoor living.
2) Parking - We offer comfortable parking for up to 10 vehicles.
3) Cold/Hot spots when heating and cooling - We built our home with 2x6 exterior walls, r-60 attic insulation, low e windows and a well designed, high efficiency hvac system to ensure when you want it warm in the winter or cool in the summer, that's exactly what you get.
4) Water Systems - We installed a brand new well water system as well as an on demand hot water system. That means unlimited hot water for showers!

Guest Access:
Guests will receive detailed check-in instructions 3 days before check-in.

The Neighborhood:
Lake front community just south of the City of Kalamazoo in Portage, MI.

Getting Around:
Car or Ride Share (Uber, Lyft)

Other Things to Note:
10 off street parking spots

Interaction with Guests:
We are happy to answer any questions you may have. We're only a text, call or email away. You will have complete privacy but we're close by if an emergency arises.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property manager

Jeremy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional golf privileges

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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,728 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

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2023 Built Lake Home w/ beach, arcade & huge deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent House - Thank you!!!

Excellent accommodations and well stocked with towels and all the regular accommodations needed to make an extended stay pleasant and welcoming. Perfect sized house for 4 adults and 3 kids ages 14, 12 and 7. Plenty of space, super clean and very relaxing. We were here for 5 nights and enjoyed the comfort and location as it made our daily trips into Kalamazoo very easy. The kids enjoyed the video games, adults enjoyed the space and grilling out on the deck area. Even though it was April, it was nice to be able to walk over to the lake/beach area to sit and relax. Highly recommended if you’re staying in the area for any extended time. Thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Portage 5 Star

You truly pay for what you get. This place has it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wrestling family

Great property. Beautiful view. Super easy process checking in. Loved stocked mini-fridge!. The rooms were wonderful. Fans, welcome basket and breakfast provided were a great touch!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for airzoo

We traveled with 3 couples and kids aged 4-14. Great set up for kids, the video game counsoles kept them entertained. Very clean and everything was as described. The eletric fireplaced were a nice touch. The furniture and beds could have been morecomfortable, but t
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb T., West Bloomfield , Mi

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean & comfortable

My family of six adults stayed in this very clean, comfortable home. It has some thoughtful features which made us feel cozy & comfortable! It’s a great place to stay in Portage !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda p.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very generous hosts!

Great house! Clean! The house was stocked with so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

We were able to make our sportcation a mini vacation while styaing here. Every little detail was thought of and far exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

samer s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

My family and I enjoyed our stay. House was perfect. Very clean and had everything you needed and more. The only thing I did not like was the road you crossed to get to the lake/beach. Was much busier than I expected and scared me with little kids. I putting up signs for drivers to see so they know children are crossing :) Other than that we would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recent Stay

This was one of the best rental properties we have utilized, and we have done many across the globe. Their attention to detail was top notch; they thought of so many details including beach towels, toys for the kids, step stools, kid dishes, etc. Furthermore, when we asked questions to the owner they responded quickly. The house was decorated so nicely it felt like our house and not a rental property - it was very welcoming! Our family very much enjoyed our stay and this owner/property raised the bar on our expectations. We look forward to coming back in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

I was impressed the moment you walk in the door. Clean and inviting. All our needs were met. All the extras you provided we such a surprise. It was relaxing sitting at the beachfront and the sunsets topped of each day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

All aspects of the stay were great. The owners were there to answer any questions and check in and check out process was easy. Would recommend to anyone looking to book a stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

A great family space

The property was VERY clean and it had everything we needed for ages 16 to 90! The view of the lake is amazing and the deck with heaters is so welcoming, even in very cold temperatures (January). We would definitely gather again as a family at this property and we appreciate the hosts sharing their lovely home with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vaca

We had a great time at Jayda’s place! It was just as described. Plenty of sleeping space, lots to do for all ages. We were very impressed with the attention to details- from toiletries, to snacks and coffee, and the tech throughout with the lighting and decor. Very prompt responses to any questions too. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023