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Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5

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Across the Lake to Private Grass Lake - On 65 Acres
A View of 2 Lakes That Always Changes
Grass Lake Lodge from a Drone
Views from The Dock at Night
One of two fire pits!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
AU$1,054
avg per night

Explore the area

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Big Rapids, MI
  • Townline Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Big Rapids Riverwalk
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ferris State University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2 Blow-Up Beds

2 Double Beds

Carriage House (extra) Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Carriage House - Adjacent for Extra Charge

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Game Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Floor Master Suite

1 King Bed

Upper-Level Lakeside

1 King Bed

Upper Level Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Level - Multiple Beds

1 Single Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Carriage House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Powder Room

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upper Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 464.5 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 5 Double Sofa Beds, 2 King Beds, 4 Double Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Price is AU$1,054 avg per night,

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About the area

Big Rapids

Located in Big Rapids, this lodge is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Pine Trail State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Artworks and Card Wildlife Education Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Robert L. Ewigleben Ice Arena and P&J Plantiques. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Townline Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • White Pine Trail State Park - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Big Rapids Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ferris State University - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Jim Crow Museum - 12 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5

One-of-a-kind 5,000 SF 3BR, 3 1/2 BA, cedar-sided Lodge on 65 acres with the private 6 acre Grass Lake. Includes the amazing 1,000 SF 1 BR, 1 BA adjacent Carriage House. Just The Lodge can be rented but not just The Carriage House. All new exterior look for both as of Summer, 2024!

Grass Lake Lodge is #1 on Michigan’s “Only in Your State” for properties that provide a discount for longer stays. Check out this link.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/michigan/discount-vacation-rentals-mi/

5 of 5 reviews over the past two+ years! We love our guests and they love us!

On your own 6-acre private Grass Lake. Amazing views of two lakes! 65 amazing acres with over 2+ miles of private hiking/snow shoeing/cross country skiing trails. Great fishing (Lake is stocked) loaded with Bass, Crappie, Northern Pike and Panfish with dock and use of low-tech fishing boat provided complimentary. Plus a paddle board, canoe and two new kayaks...all included. Large Master Bedroom with King Bed, heated floors in bathroom and private deck, upper level large Bedroom with new King Bed and third with three comfortable beds...two Full and One Twin. Two other pull-out couches. Two blow up mattress beds just in case. Lodge can sleep 12 comfortably depending upon make-up of group and up to 14 with adjacent Carriage House. Gourmet kitchen, dining and family room with incredible sound system throughout the house and outdoors. New Wifi throughout. Screened-in porch and dining deck with new table with10 chairs with grill overlooking both lakes. Indoor bar and Outdoor covered bars area named “Grass Lake Tavern”. "Game Room" with new pool table, new ping pong, shuffleboard, putting green, sound system, TV, kitchenette and comfortable seating area. Two fire pit areas with outdoor music. New hot tub! Outdoor games include basketball net, horseshoes, new corn hole and many other fun games. Garage parking for two cars. Dogs allowed with approval from owner (no cats as owners are allergic).

Adjacent Carriage House of 1,000 SF 1 BR Queen plus Pull-Out Queen Couch, Kitchen, Dining Room and living plus spectacular views of two lakes from private deck. Included with Grass Lake Lodge for this listing. Just The Lodge can be rented but not just The Carriage House. Wifi available in the Carriage House as well. Request and we will communicate how we handle this additional booking. Carriage House is NOT booked with others while Lodge is rented. Thank you.

Perfect for families, friends, corporate retreats, reunions, couples and Ferris State University groups. For families whose kids are learning from home, this can be your second home with Wifi for the kids and parents who may also need to work or learn from "home". We do ask that our guests refrain from streaming movies and gaming.

Grass Lake Lodge’s housekeepers clean and disinfect after each stay to a very high level.

Book now for 2025 as dates are filling up fast. Check out our website as well www.grasslakelodge.com.

Grass Lake Lodge is offering "GLL Extras" for 2025! This includes on-premises massages, private chef experiences, grocery and/or beverage pick-up, delivery and placement, S'mores packages, firewood bundles, Specialty Jams by Carolyn and electric trolling motor rental. Please ask for "GLL Extras".

Baby gear such as cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more can be rented through BabyQuip as seen on Shark Tank. Please use this link to see what is available.
https://www.babyquip.com/holly279?a=238d667

5 of 5 VRBO and Airbnb Reviews for over two years! Read them on those websites.

Thank you! We look forward to creating amazing memories as we have for so many families and friends.

Property manager

Bob Ekman
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

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
All activities are subject to adult supervision.
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Events

No events allowed
Only overnight guests are allowed unless approved
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Max of 2 dogs and no cats due to Owner allergies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking only. Please clean up.
Guest must sign short term rental agreement within 24 hours after booking
Security deposit is a "hold only" for $1,000 held 2 days prior to arrival
All activities including use of the lake are at the risk of each guest.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only overnight guests are allowed unless approved
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Big Rapids lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Townline Lake, Round Lake and Alma Lake. Young Lake is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

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

Amazing property

Great stay,beautiful home, plenty of things to do on the property.would come stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Great place

Absolutely beautiful had a wonderful weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

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

Family Vacation

Loved it !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Levi O.

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

Fantastic city getaway

Grass Lake lodge is a beautiful, peaceful oasis, the perfect place to soak in nature and have great meals and laughs. We loved everything especially the paddle boats, game room and the stunning views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie s.

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

The cabin and property are beautiful. The cabin was very clean and had everything we would need.

The owner and property manager were very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

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

Grass lake lodge

Amazing place! Everything you need. Peaceful and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

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

Beautiful home

We absolutely loved our stay at the Grass Lake Lodge! We will definitely be returning next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janelle A.

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

Grass Lake Lodge

Amazing space for a large group to enjoy and relax. The dogs loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beckie P.

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

corporate retreat

small medical practice retreat with plenty of space to present content and also have lots of team building exercises and fun with a beautiful property to enjoy! We will be back next winter!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

A truly special place

We had a wonderful stay at Grass Lake Lodge, it was a perfect getaway to unwind in an amazing natural setting. Our dogs enjoyed the hiking trails immensely! The Lodge is beautiful and the owners attended to every detail to make us comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

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

We stay at the lodge to recharge, enjoy the outdoors & enjoy being with family.

The ultimate best!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Wonderful secluded home with beautiful view of the lake and lots of activities. Owners checked in to make sure all of our needs were met. We had a great week and would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J C.

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

Beautiful spot for groups

Gorgeous property on a very scenic spot - our family loved our short stay and the house and hosts were fantastic! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Beautiful Getaway

My family had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. There is something for everyone and is extremely peaceful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Negar F.

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

Wonderful place

We really enjoyed our time there. Very clean. Nice view. The place looks much better than the pictures 😉.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

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

Great place!

The online listing didn't do justice to how great this place is. Everything about our stay exceeded expectations from owner to property manager to the house and property. Can't wait for a chance to go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J C.

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

A beautiful spot for our family vacation

This was a return trip for us to Grass Lake and we loved it as much as our first visit. A beautiful home with everything we could need on a private, quiet lake - our entire family looked forward to this time together and was not disappointed. Thank you for another great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F., Detroit

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

Great trip with friends

Everything was amazing! Our friends had the best time ever. Thanks got everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Beautiful!

We have stayed at a lot of vacation rentals all over the US & this one is one of the cleanest & well stocked places we have been! Love the inside & outside spaces, especially the outdoor bar area. Perfect place to relax & hang out with family & friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan I.

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

Beautiful home

Our extended family had a wonderful weekend The house was immaculate , communication before and during our stay was great. We enjoyed the hot tub , fire pits , games & well equipped kitchen. We hope to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina H., Royal Oak, MI

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

Beautiful! Top of the line accommodations!

The home was beautiful! They make you feel like their home is your home. Very clean and the details of the house were beautiful. We definitely want to rent again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

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

Tranquil

Beautiful home that keeps you entertained easily and then just walk outside for some relaxation. Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

James G.

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

Nice place

Very nice place and property several small issues of things not working as they should overall nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Amazing!!

Truely enjoyed the stay at your lodge. Grandkids had a great time. We enjoyed the sites from the trails, just breath taking views in the woods. Fishing was also fun and relaxing as well. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get away to a little slice of heaven for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell M.

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

Would rate 100 stars if I could

Beautiful and peaceful property. Fully stocked with what you need. Owners and staff are top notch people. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022