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Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20

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Exterior
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining

Overview of Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Dowling, MI
  • Popular LocationGilmore Car Museum22 min drive
  • Popular LocationKellogg Arena23 min drive
  • Popular LocationFirekeepers Casino32 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)43 min drive

Space details

8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 20
4300 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    2 double beds
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
    1 king bed
Bedroom 6
    2 double beds
Bedroom 7
    1 king bed
Bedroom 8
    1 king bed
Common area
    2 sleep sofas/futons
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Dowling

On lake.Stay at this Dowling vacation home and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Wall Lake and Gilmore Car Museum. Kingman Museum and Tyden Park are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Gilmore Car Museum - 22 min drive
  • Kellogg Arena - 23 min drive
  • Full Blast Water Park - 23 min drive
  • Gull Lake - 26 min drive
  • Firekeepers Casino - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Battle Creek Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Horn Creek Pub - 12 min drive
  • Wild Mike's - 11 min drive
  • Bedford Steak House - 13 min drive
  • Yarrow Golf & Conference Resort - 23 min drive
  • Last Stop - 7 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.

Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20

ABOUT OUR PROPERTY:

Our house sits on 6 wooded acres, and from it’s hillside perch, enjoys broad views overlooking Bristol Lake. The property is at the end of a quiet, dead-end drive. It has frontage on Stamm Lake (a 4½ acre spring-fed pond), and from Stamm, the property line follows a stream which flows year-round down to Bristol Lake, on which the property has 125 feet of frontage. Bristol is a 165-acre all-sports lake and is excellent for fishing, swimming and all manner of watersports. We have a sandy beach which drops-off gradually until it reaches a depth of around 3 feet (appx. 20’ from shore). From there the depth falls-off more quickly, eventually reaching a depth of 45 feet at closer to 100 yards from shore. As such, the beach and lakeshore are relatively-friendly to younger children (although we recommend life jackets for non-swimmers). We have a raft which is anchored in deeper water (very safe for diving), we also have a dock to park a boat or to get young anglers closer to the many bass & bluegill which hover at the drop-off. Between the house & the shore we have a large grassy yard with enough trees to give some comfortable shade in the sunny summer afternoons. We have a hammock in the trees and a fire pit on the beach. The yard is large enough for whiffle-ball, volleyball, croquet or practically any variety of other yard games. The 6 acres of woods have a series of short trails which are fun for a short afternoon stroll.

ABOUT THE HOUSE:

New construction, built with premium materials and systems. At appx. 4,300sf, it has 8 bedrooms, 3½ baths and enough beds to sleep 20 (see plans in photo section). Our kitchen has large areas granite countertop, allowing many participants in food preparation. We have both a large and a small refrigerator, a double-oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, ample cabinets and a walk-in pantry. We have a large dining table as well as folding picnic tables and an umbrella table on the deck (which overlook the lake). There are areas to sit & talk on every level. The lower level has a rec room equipped with both a ping-pong and a pool table. This room opens thru 2 sliding doors onto a patio (which also overlooks the lake). A TV room on the upper level is great for kids watching late-night movies.

ABOUT THE BRISTOL LAKE COMMUNITY:

Bristol Lake offers a wonderful mix of active recreation and quiet relaxation. Many of the property-owners on the lake live here year-round. It is our desire to offer this vacation rental to families which will appreciate the serenity of this community and be respectful of our neighbors. Keeping noise levels low (especially after dark), maintaining slow speeds on the entry drive, and keeping the grounds in good order are all elements of making a visit satisfying to all involved. If you choose to book with us, we ask that you make a commitment to be a good neighbor.

Property manager

Ray Micham

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 50 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 4,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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 are welcome
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please discuss with owner.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakefront Sleeps 20
Beautiful Lakefront Home Sleeps 20
Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 Dowling
Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.5 mi (44-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.6 mi (28-min drive) from Willard Beach.

Does Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 to downtown Dowling?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Dowling.

Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stacistanford@gmail.com s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Family Getaway
We loved our stay. Our family of 20 had a wonderful time bonding with playing games, cooking, relaxing and just enjoying our time with each other. The house was exactly what our family needed. We had enough space for everyone!! Would love to rent the house in the summer. They have everything you need for a fun family time!! Thank you for sharing your space for families like mine to come together for family time. 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dad, 90th birthday
An absolutely great weekend. Room for all. Space for gathering, space for quiet time. Games available (pool, ping pong) a lake for boating and swimming. It has it all. Everything is there for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas Vacation
The house was perfect for our family. The layout of the kitchen and livingroom allowed our family of 14 to be together while playing games or eating at the same time at one table. The kitchen was well stocked. The owner was readily available whenever we had a question. Our family would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Perfect house. Very roomy. We had 12 ppl and still had lots of room. Ray was very easy to message and get a hold of if needed. Very well stocked with towels, washclothes, garbage bags, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels. Also, shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided. No need to bring any of it. We had a fire pit, bring your own wood. Chairs to set up were provided. Lots of kitchen utensils and small appliances to use, plenty of plates, glassware, Lots of games, cards. FYI: driveway can be a little trickey so be aware of where you are going when going up drive. Would defintely stay again. Thanks Ray and Sue
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L., Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Nice large house with lots of beds and space for our guys fall golf trip. Within 25 minutes of all Gull Lake courses. Well equipped for cooking and barbecuing. Communication with owners was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends get together
House was perfect for a get together with friends. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chadwick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Outstanding property that is very well equipped with everything you need in the kitchen. We had 16 family members stay at the house and had plenty of room for everyone. The location is absolutely beautiful with plenty of outdoor gathering spots between the waterfront, porch, patio, and yard. Only word of caution is if you have anyone in your party that has difficulty with stairs this is not the place for you. There are no bedrooms on the main level so you will use the stairs many times during your stay. Overall a fantastic location that we will use again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family
Our family loves fishing, boating, swimming, yard games, cooking and eating, crafting, ping pong and pool and this place provides it all. We've stayed here twice and plan to return next year. It's very hard to find a vacation rental with 8 bedrooms like this place has. The kitchen also has everything good cooks could want. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Beautiful setting on the lake, property and home were very well-maintained, plenty of space and privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best family get together ever
We had a great time at this home. It has everything we could have wanted for a great week--the kitchen was well stocked with everything, there were enough towels and beds and things to do. Kayaks were provided as well as life jackets. The beach area was a favorite for the little kids and there was a small play set for them as well. The pool table was well utilized and the front deck was a great place to hang out. We had enough room in the yard to play whiffle ball and croquet. It was a quiet area and we much enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023