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Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake

Cottage near Lake Michigan in New Era

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a garage.
A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a fireplace, wooden walls, and a staircase.
A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a sloped ceiling with a skylight.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a television, and a wooden ceiling.
A small cabin with a 'WELCOME' sign, a 'MULDER' sign, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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New Era, MI
  • Place, Stony Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Era

On lake.At this New Era cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Stony Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan. Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stony Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Silver Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Michigan's Adventure - 26 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 39 min drive - 44.8 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 41 min drive - 43.9 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pony Expresso - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Stony Lake Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Behind The Barn Concessions - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rustler's Roost - ‬15 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.

Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake

The Experience:
You'll enter a whole new world the moment you turn off the main road as you travel down a pine tree lined road until you descend down a drive to your cottage away from home.
Make forever memories at all-sport Stony Lake, MI. Hope Floats is your perfect getaway for fishing, golfing, boating, exploring local wineries, breweries, hobby and dairy farms. Come to relax and recharge at this secluded cottage with access to the lake and dock--launch your own boat at the public boat launch.

Enjoy the following activities in the local area:
Lake Michigan
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
Stony Lake Stables
Country Dairy
Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Michigan's Adventure
Double JJ Resort and Golf Course
Multiple golf courses
Chartered fishing opportunities
Wineries and breweries

The Property:
Hope Floats is approximately a 2,200 square foot cottage that has remained in the same family since the 1950s. Over the years a second story was added, doubling the space, and a large garage was built (we are open to renting the garage for an additional fee).

There are four private bedrooms, an open kitchen, dining, and living room. The laundry room is perfect for washing and drying your clothes after a long day of playing. The upstairs has two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large common space for additional sleeping quarters, playing games, and watching good movies.

Hope Floats is surrounded by large trees that provide ample amount of shade and privacy. It is a short walk to the water and dock. The property between the cottage and water is an easement with adjacent neighbors. The easement can be used for overflow parking, throwing a football, and taking in the sun.

Additional Amenities include -
Microwave
Oven
Full refrigerator
4-burner range
Games
Screened in porch
Full laundry room with washer and dryer
55” screen smart RokuTV
Fiber Internet
Gas Grill
Outdoor gas fire pit

Hope Floats looks forward to making your stay comfortable and memorable.

Please note: We have a Ring security system on the garage of the property which allows us to ensure the safety and security of the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Respect neighbor's property
Fireplace cannot be used.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake to the airport?

This cottage is 37.7 mi (42-min drive) away from the Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake to the beach?

This cottage is 8.2 mi (16-min drive) from Silver Lake State Park.

Does Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake to downtown New Era?

This cottage is 6.4 mi away from New Era.

Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage on Stony Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arpan M.

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

Excellent house

We had a large group and everyone enjoyed the stay. Host was helpful and responsive when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Very Enjoyable

The hosts were great and took good care of us. We had a family of 8 and there was plenty of room. The lake breeze and trees kept the house nice and cool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

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

Great Owners/Cottage

Hope Floats is a great cottage. It was clean and spacious and comfortable with all the amenities. It is definitely a place to keep going back to! The owners were very easy to communicate with and immediately answered any and all questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

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

Hope Floats

Hope floats was a great place for a family vacation. It was stocked well with anything we needed. Communication with the hosts was positive and they were very responsive. Access to the lake for kayaking and paddle boarding was easy and close.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space and well supplied with dishes and pans. Owners communicated well and described the place perfectly. My only complaint was there was no A/C (which they disclosed) but on two nights it was well over 75 indoors (even with fans). I recommend putting. Few split units im for the rare heat waves.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sandy p.

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

overall the property was very nice and pleasant

We were staying for the week because my granddaughter's wedding was taking place at the Heritage Barn. We were in and out most of the days with wedding events. We were please with the condition of the home except for several stains on the carpet and a molding was broken off but other than that it was great. I, as a crafter, appreciated all the cross stitch pictures that were hanging on the walls. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Local family getaway

Local family getaway, the house was great and very clean. Owners were easy to contact and had no crazy expectations. We were expecting to coming in and and nothing and the house was stocked with the toilet paper, paper towel and some cleaning supplies. We were a little worried about not having central air but the house is shaded and gets a nice breeze off the lake. The only thing that I wish would have been noted was that the house doesn’t really have a nice beach access as we thought the house was closer to the beach like the houses directly in front of it. Other than that we had a great time and would recommend to others
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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