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You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake.

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Waterfront view to dock from deck, Coloma, Mi.
Lake side view of house with small beach for the kids (back)
Back side showing stairs to upper rental space and grill location.
Exterior
Upper deck space

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 896.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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4743 Shore Dr, Coloma, MI, 49038
  • Contessa Wine Cellars
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake.

Cozy lake home in convenient location situated on a channel (created by opposite island) leading to 922 acre, all-sports Paw Paw Lake, in Coloma, Michigan. Enjoy the sunrise toward the lake from the raised deck. There are water views from two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a queen bed with attached bath, including shower and separate extra large tub. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and the third bedroom has two twin beds.
Enjoy bright skylit rooms, and living room with beautiful lake view which includes queen sofa bed. The kitchen is fully equipped with coffee pot, microwave, refrigerator, blender, plenty of pots/pans, dishes, cups and utensils. There is a washer/dryer off the entrance. Stock your groceries and enjoy meals in the kitchen, or on the deck with beautiful water view. There is dock access, gradual depth frontage and public boat launch located just around the corner. You can watch those fisherman and boaters launching their boats right from the deck! Bring your rafts, kayaks, or boat and keep it docked at our pier. Coloma is a quaint town with it's own movie theater, pubs and restaurants and antique mall. The lake house is 20 minutes north of St. Joseph and Silver Beach, 24 minutes south of South Haven, and surrounded by local wineries and breweries galore. There is so much to see and do in southwest Michigan. We hope you enjoy your stay!

*Pricing is based on comfortably sleeping 6 guests. We do have a sofabed available to sleep 8 for additional fees.

** Feel free to email or message us with your questions. You may inquire about April or May bookings. We use this time to do some maintenance, but there could be some availability.

***Note: Although we DO NOT allow pets at this time, we do occasionally bring our Boston Terrier. The home is cleaned before each guest's visit, and other friends who are around our dog that have allergies are fine when she's around. We mention this in case you are deathly allergic to pets.

****Pull YOUR boat up to our dock easily. We can also direct you to a few pontoon rentals on the lake or in the area.

Property manager

Randy & Michelle Tschetter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small sandy area. Please keep sand in it's spot.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Our Boston visits, in case of allergies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking inside.
We do enjoy our neighbors and would like to be respectful of those in the neighborhood. Please no parties or loud ruckus.
We have provided cleaning items under the kitchen sink. Please keep dishes clean/put away and messes cleaned up.
Our sofa bed is newer for our guest's enjoyment. Please no eating or drinking on couches.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Coloma

Located in Coloma, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery are also worth visiting. With power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Coloma, MI

What's nearby

  • Contessa Wine Cellars - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • 12 Corners Vineyards - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 19 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hot Spot - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is You'll love sipping a drink on the deck while enjoying views of Paw Paw Lake. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Contessa Wine Cellars and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Four Winds Casino Hartford are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

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

Nice little place on the lake

Our stay was great. The property is smaller (described well in the listing) but has a nice patch of sand for our son to play in, a dock to launch my Kayak from and a great lounging area for my wife to use while looking at the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great 4th stay!

We absolutely love staying at this house. We've now stayed 4 times for a week each time. The house has everything we need, and close enough to town and groceries. The lake is fantastic and the kids love to swim and fish right off the pier. The hosts are very responsive and super nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie H.

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

July 4th stay

We had a great time at this property! Place was clean and the lake was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

Would come back

Great view and very clean. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

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

Great location

This house was a great location, close to everything. The house was very clean and the hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L.

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

Great Cottage

This was a great cottage on the water. Stayed here while in town for my cousins wedding. Great location & price!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Perfect place for a comfortable long weekend.

Great location, clean house, beautiful view, and PLENTY to do in the area. Our group had a great time, we would definitely stay again and recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

So relaxing

Everything was great! Thank you so much
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hubert L.

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

paw paw lake

place was clean,easy to find and close to a golf course.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

My family and I had a blast! Everything went flawless. From check-in to accuracy of online listing, the overall property and experience has left us wanting more! Will definitely be back. Hosts made it very easy. Don’t hesitate to stay at this place if a quite lake house experience is what you crave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

stanley p.

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

GETAWAY FROM CHICAGOLAND!

PEACEFUL AND RELAXING.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Family fun on PawPaw Lake

Our family really enjoyed our stay on PawPaw Lake. So much fun! We enjoyed the lake and visiting nearby beach towns. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stanley p.

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

CRAZY WIND AND COLD WEATHER FOR EARLY SEPTEMBER

PROPERTY IS A GREAT LOCATION AND NICE ACCOMADATIONS HOWEVER THE WEATHER DID NOT COOPERATE. WENT FISGING TWO OUT OF FIVE DAYS AND PLAYED TOUREST THE OTHER THREE. OVERALL A VERY GOOD GET AWAY AND HAPPY PLACE!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C., California

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

Great house on a beautiful lake.

It was a nice home with a great view of the lake and a nice view to watch the sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Quiet spot by the lake

This rental was perfect. We needed a quiet peaceful location and this fit the bill. Beautifully nestled on the lake, we enjoyed lots of time relaxing on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy B., St. Joseph, Mi

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

The shore thing is a sure thing.

Loved every second we spent here, never wanted to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Quick vacay for the 4th!

We had a nice time at this quaint little property. My family loved being right on the water and being able to fish off the dock whenever they wanted. Location was great for quick day trips to neighboring coastal communities. We enjoyed St. Joseph, South Haven and Saugatuck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene D.

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

Great home for our family vacation. Very comfortable and had all the necessities we needed.

Owners were very accommodating. The information that was sent about groceries, restaurants and things to do were much appreciated. We will definitely rent again in her future
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

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

A great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the large deck overlooking the lake. It was a great location, very relaxing, yet only a short distance from Lake Michigan. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F., Mason

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

Our perfect vacation getaway

This property has everything we need for vacations to come! The amenities are perfect for us. The space is just right. We have explored more with each visit. We even started a few new traditions. We will continue to book this trip year after year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Fantastic week on the lake.

Came with our family of 5 and had a great stay. The lake is steps off the porch, great for swimming and boating. The house was clean and well stocked. Coloma is a few minutes away and has a bunch of restaurants. Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Dave B., Sterling Heights, Michigan

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

Thanks for sharing Shore Thing!

Great location with lots to do. On the lake but not noisy, no wake zone. Great for families. Fully equipped and roomy kitchen, nice beds, great views. Accommodating Owners
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill M., St Louis, MO

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

Relaxing

Our hosts did a wonderful job in making sure we were comfortable and happy. They were attentive to our questions
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marjie C.

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

Birthday/Anniversary vacation

Enjoyed the area. The lake house was clean and well stocked with the essentials. The owners left/sent detailed directions on how to do things and how they wanted things done. Very easy to follow. The lake goings on gave us a lot to watch - nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Great relaxing days at the Lake!

Good communication with the owners. House is as described with a wonderful deck overlooking the lake which was perfect for morning coffee. Plenty of boats, pontoons, ducks and ducklings for entertaining. The house had everything necessary for a home away from home. Good restaurants and wineries nearby. Loved our time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Randy & Michelle Tschetter

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Let us introduce ourselves. We are Randy and Michelle and we are both originally from Chicago suburbs, transplanted to central Illinois. We've been married 28 years and have four wonderful children and a bonus daughter-in-law. We enjoy fishing, the outdoors, and boating which led us to search for a fun place to get away that wouldn't take all day to get to. After exploring various locations in Michigan, we were blessed to find our home here on Big Paw Paw Lake. We fell in love with the area, the views, and the oodles of things to do in the nearby area, not to mention proximity to Lake Michigan! We hope you enjoy your stay and would love to hear about your experiences in SW Michigan!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the views from the deck and the brightness of the home with its skylit interior. We are close to one of two boat launches which make for entertaining lake activity. SW Michigan is chocked full of things to do with your family or with friends, all year long. Paw Paw Lake is also one of the largest inland lakes in the area and fishing and boating is abundant here.

What makes this property unique

We love to sit on the deck as much as possible and enjoy watching boats of all kinds coming into the lake from the public boat launch right around the corner. The first thing I do when I wake up is open the blinds to enjoy the view and the ducks that frequent our area. Since we are from Illinois, we love all the black squirrels here as well, since ours are all gray. There are plenty of turtles you may see sunning themselves on various docks, and occasionally swimming near our dock.

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English

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