House in Dowling, MI

Secluded Lake Retreat

Secluded Lake Retreat

Photo gallery for Secluded Lake Retreat

Fall colors at the lake!
House sits on 3 acres of beautifully-manicured landscaping
Living Room
Comfy living room on main level looks out thru 3-season room to lake
3-season room overlooks panoramic views of lake

Overview of Secluded Lake Retreat

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

Dowling, MI
  • Popular LocationGilmore Car Museum21 min drive
  • Popular LocationKellogg Arena22 min drive
  • Popular LocationFirekeepers Casino31 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secluded Lake Retreat

Our property is centrally located in southwest Michigan, within a 3-hour drive from Chicago and Detroit. The region is known for it’s rolling hills, golf courses and hundreds of lakes. It is a place where recreation awaits year-round! No matter what your outdoor pleasure, from golf to water sports, you can find it here in our beautiful natural surroundings!

Our house sits on 3.3 wooded acres, and from it’s hillside perch, enjoys broad views overlooking Bristol Lake. The property is on a quiet residential street. Bristol is a 165-acre all-sports lake and is excellent for fishing, swimming and all manner of watersports. The lake shore consists of a mix of areas of sand and loam. The water gets deep gradually and is relatively-friendly to younger children (although we recommend life jackets for non-swimmers).

We have a large grassy yard along the lake with enough trees to give some comfortable shade in the sunny summer afternoons.

Property manager

Ray Micham
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
$50 fee/pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Noise Levels: During the day, noise should be kept to reasonable levels. After dark, noise levels should not exceed that of a close conversation.
The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper materials are flushed. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dowling

Located in Dowling, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hastings Country Club and Gull Lake View Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Custer State Recreation Area and Wall Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Kingman Museum and Full Blast Water Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.

What's nearby

  • Gilmore Car Museum - 21 min drive
  • Kellogg Arena - 22 min drive
  • Full Blast Water Park - 22 min drive
  • Gull Lake - 26 min drive
  • Firekeepers Casino - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Battle Creek Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Horn Creek Pub - 12 min drive
  • Wild Mike's - 10 min drive
  • Bedford Steak House - 12 min drive
  • Yarrow Golf & Conference Resort - 22 min drive
  • Last Stop - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Lake Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Lake Retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilmore Car Museum, Kingman Museum and Wall Lake. Full Blast Water Park and Tyden Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Amenities

5/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.9/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Caleb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Very nice cozy place to stay with plenty to do. Beautiful property to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Loren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
Had a wonderful time! I will definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake Retreat
The property was exactly as described, nicely appointed, and clean when we arrived. Perfect lake house getaway from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get-Away!!
Nice place! House was clean and had comfortable beds. The beach area was fun for the little kids. Adults enjoyed the kayaks and fishing on the lake. Beautiful views of the lake from the screened in porch. Really enjoyed our time there and would recommend…except for people who have problems climbing stairs. There’s quite a few stairs to get to the lake front. (The only drawback for some people. We were fine with it.)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private getaway
Absolutley love this cottage!! Perfect location on the lake with privacy. Loved being able to rent the pontoon boat too! We did daily tours around the lake on the boat with many stops for swimming. Had the best time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ray Micham

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This home on Bristol Lake is owned by 2 families: Ray and Sue Micham, and Dan and Janel Garno. Sue and Dan are sister and brother. Ray and Sue live in Northwestern Ohio with their 6 children, ages 6-19. Dan and Janel live in Southern Michigan with their 6 children, ages 4-15. Our kids are all very active, and have enjoyed fishing, catching turtles, frogs, and snakes, swimming, canoeing/kayaking, and water sports during the warm months, and ice skating, sledding and ski trips during the cold months. We also enjoy taking a 1 hour and 15 minute drive over to the charming town of Saugatuck, on the coast of Lake Michigan. It is our hope that your family will also make lots of good memories and experience the relaxation, peace, and fellowship that we have found, gathered at Bristol Lake.

Languages:

English

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