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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10111.5 sq m

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Parking available
Fireplace
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Walkerville, MI

Huron-Manistee National Forest
‪1 min walk‬
Big Star Lake
‪26 min drive‬
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce
‪38 min drive‬
Ludington, MI (LDM)
‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Lower level bunk room.

2 Single Bunk Beds

lower living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Down

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Up

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Nestled in the Manistee National Forest, this lake house has a lot to offer. Located on a 180 acre all sport lake, with sunset views from 2 awesome decks, featuring an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, dining and sunning area, with a corn hole court all overlooking the lake. There is a yard to play in and a little secret garden to sit and enjoy the view or read a good book. The house is newly remodeled top to bottom, keeping some of the original as a nod to it’s past. The lower deck provides lots of seating and lounging area from the walk out basement. The upper deck is a nice place to enjoy a cup of coffee watching the loons, or an evening sunset with a glass of wine. There are stairs to the lakeshore with a great dock and sunning deck to lounge, swim, or fish off from. There is a convenient outdoor shower located on the lower deck to rinse off after a swim. This is a great place to enjoy with family and friends, swimming, playing, fire pit, wood provided. Short drives away are Ludington, Pentwater, the Silver Lake Sand dunes with all they have to offer on Lake Michigan. There are also trails to explore all over Manistee National Forest. A little of something for everyone

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Craig M Nedeau

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Parking available

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pet must be crated if guests absent or outdoors.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking MUST be outside only.

Absolutely NO third party bookings, primary person booking must be present for check-in or have previous permission.

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Walkerville

Located in Walkerville, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Roby Lake. With jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Walkerville, MI

What's nearby

Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Big Star Lake - 26 min drive - 15.9 km
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 38 min drive - 32.6 km
Silver Lake State Park - 51 min drive - 43.5 km
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 53 min drive - 47.1 km

Restaurants

‪Ruby Creek Tavern - ‬9 min drive
‪Four Corners Ice Cream Shop - ‬10 min drive
‪River City Inn - ‬10 min drive
‪J T's Freeman Inn - ‬15 min drive
‪Rj's Den - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer fun and making memories. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Summer fun and making memories.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer fun and making memories.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer fun and making memories. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Roby Lake and Big Star Lake. Lake Township Park and Triple Lakes are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

11 Aug 2024

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

Amazing Hosts

This is one of the most well stocked vacation homes we have rented. Everything was labeled and easy to find. The multiple outdoor living places made it easy to find a place to relax alone or in smaller groups. We would rent this home again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel F.

29 July 2024

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

Relaxing getaway.

This property had all the comforts of home plus. Watercraft is provided as well as all the firewood we could want. There was never a time when we wanted for anything. Thanks to Craig and his wife for providing the perfect retreat for our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

23 July 2024

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

Family time

This is easily the best Vrbo property we have rented - absolutely top-notch accommodation for our family of 5. It is tastefully furnished and decorated throughout, with a well-stocked kitchen, including complete sets of dishes, glasses, wine glasses, cookware, good knives - very impressive. The linens and towels were of good quality and plentiful, and the beds were all comfortable. The lakeside setting was wonderful, with lovely decks and deck furniture to sit, relax, and enjoy the views. Our family made good use of the 4 kayaks and 2 paddle boards, as well as the great patio with the cornhole, firepit, and grill. The dock is in great condition. The hosts, Craig and Lori, were excellent in every way - great communication; they greeted us upon check-in and gave us a thorough tour of the house and patio, explaining all of the features. We also enjoyed a few day trips to Ludington, Pentwater and Hart. We had such a great week here and would love to come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

18 Sept 2023

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

The lake house

Wonderful house on a nice little lake. Quiet, peaceful, and plenty of recreational supplies to keep the whole family entertained.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karie D.

1 Sept 2023

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

Fantastic!

This is a wonderful, well-kept house! Thanks, Craig, for such a terrific stay. Loved the easy lake access/kayaks/paddle boards, and the multiple areas for deck seating and enjoying the view. All the amenities and small touches -- especially the kitchen and bathroom supplies -- were really the frosting on the cake.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick O.

17 Aug 2023

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

The Lake House

The Personal Touch with every amenity you could ever need. My first VRBO and Craig did not disappoint. We are already planning on coming back next summer for an even longer stay. Bring your kids to this wonderful families lake house. Bring your food and you won’t need another thing. You could bring your own boat or jet ski as well. The have an ample driveway with extra room as well. Boat dock is at end of road and a place to dock it. Swimming off the boat dock is pleasant. The water was clear but diving isn’t allowed. Kayaks were the huge hit. My grandsons had never used one…. within 5 mins they were on their own….after some pointers from Cubbie they were Pros and even though their little 8 year old arms can’t go flatout…. they were surprisingly quick for short bursts. Life preservers for all sizes as well. The Bar B Q picnic area is a cookout dream. Plenty of room for your group. The atmosphere was very quiet and if your lucky like we were you will be blessed with a clear night. Campfires were a breeze because they have done all the legwork from kindling to smalls and then the bigger pieces…. so easy to let the kids get involved and pitch in. You could look for another ONE….but let me save you the trouble. Stop looking and trust the reviews before me as well. You will not be disappointed and you will planning on returning. :)) Thank you again Craig and Jackie!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

11 Aug 2023

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Family Vacation

The property was great with all the amenities needed plus lots of extras provided by the owner. We were even welcomed with fresh flowers and s’more ingredients. The outdoor kitchen area was another added bonus plus the fishing from the dock was good for all. Overall a great place to stay with easy to Pentwater and Ludington.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G., Elizabethtown, KY, USA

1 Aug 2023

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

Fun place to stay

This was a great place to stay. Beds and baths good. Upstairs and downstairs living spaces. Great fishing from dock. Kayaks and paddleboards. Scenic lake. Nice entry area to the lake. Very large decks and patio for entertaining, grilling, and relaxing. Out in the country a bit but still close enough to several towns to take care of food and beaching at the big lake. Would definitely come again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

21 May 2023

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Top Notch!

I can’t say one bad thing about this property! The attention to detail by the owners was mind blowing. I’ve rented a lot of houses and always plan to bring EVERYTHING, it was definitely not needed here, from Q-Tips, makeup remover wipes, stuff for s’mores on the table, hot cocoa…they literally thought of everything and that’s just on the inside! The outside is a whole different experience! The time and money put into this property is amazing. The decks, the string lights on timers, permanent corn hole boards, fire pit and multiple grills! I just wish we could have stayed longer. Absolutely wonderful place to stay and the owner had no problem with me texting and asking things about where to eat, shop and sight see! We will definitely be coming back. Thanks so much for a great weekend

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quintin R.

2 Oct 2022

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A beautiful lake house with incredible hosts. Exceeded expectations.

Went to the property with a group of friends intending on fishing in a nearby town. We were all blown away with how incredible the rental is. We all only wished we could’ve spent more time enjoying the property. All the essentials are provided and more. Couldn’t say enough about the place and looking forward to coming back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

21 Sept 2022

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Great stay!

Beautiful lakeside house with lots of amenities!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

10 Sept 2022

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Seclusive Getaway

Lovely cabin, amazing deck and patio, beautiful and quiet lake!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

1 Sept 2022

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

A family vacation gem!

This was our second time and once again it did not disappoint. This will likely become an annual family vacation location.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

28 Aug 2022

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Great accommodations for family vacation!

We are a family of 5 (3 sons aged 20-25) and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Oceana County property. The interior has been updated and is very nice--there were thoughtful touches that really helped us to feel welcome and comfortable (kitchen supplies available, s'more supplies for use, plenty of towels, both inside and beach, just to name a few). Wi-fi was great and enabled a couple of us to work as needed throughout the week. The outdoor areas, deck as well as patio with bean bags, were top notch. The kayaks and paddle boards were great and enabled us to enjoy our time on the water. We enjoyed the amazing sunsets from the deck while eating dinner. Craig was very thoughtful and checked in on us to be sure we had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. A very relaxing and enjoyable stay! Highly recommend for a family vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon K.

26 Aug 2022

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Family getaway 2022

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the property and all it had to offer. The outdoor decks offered beautiful views and comfortable seating for us to enjoy our meals. The property came equipped with plenty of games and outdoor activities for our children to enjoy. We enjoyed our time we get on the lake with the kayaks and paddle boards that were provided. If you are looking for a fun place for your family look no further. Thanks to the owners for sharing their place with our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

14 Aug 2022

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Great getaway location

This newly renovated cabin was perfect for my family and I. The kayaks and paddleboards were a big plus and only a short paddle ride away to the public beach. We would definitely recommend this cabin .

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

9 Aug 2022

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Another excellent stay

This was our 2nd time at this location, and again it was a great stay. Weather cooperated and the the cottage had everything we could want. We’ll be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun F.

3 Aug 2022

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

Amazing lake house, with awsome sunsets

We meet Craig at the property very accommodating he gave us a tour a d showed us were everything was, Very beautiful place,great view of the lake, very clean home, are family had a great time,the kids loved the kayaks, and all the games craig supplied, we had alot of memories made here,Michigan adventure is only45 minutes to the north and Pentwater Beach 25 minutes to the west, thank you craig ,hope to see ya in the future, 🍻

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

22 July 2022

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

Our Family Vacation

Our stay at Summer Fun exceeded our expectations. The home was very clean and there were amenities we didn't expect like condiments and spices along with paper plates and much more. We were greeted when we arrived and we were given a quick tour. Craig, our host, is a very kind person. Great time had by all!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mikayla d.

7 July 2022

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

Amazing

This place has everything that you could think of needing. If you forget anything, odds are they have it there just in case. The owners were extremely helpful. And don’t even get me started on the view: absolutely STUNNING! Overall a beautiful place to relax with plenty to do!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

4 July 2022

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Great Week

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the cottage was perfect. It was well equipped, cute and clean. The lake was nice and quiet, not too busy at all. Already planning our next family visit!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

21 June 2022

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Great lakehouse!

We really enjoyed our stay this property! The outdoor space is amazing and our family spent most all of our time outside on the deck or down by the water. Craig was there to walk us through everything in the beginning and was easy to get in contact with throughout. Perfect vacation spot for a family.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

27 May 2022

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Great Family Reunion location

So much thought has gone into setting up this cottage for guests. The design of the outdoor decks has several ways to relax, enjoy a meal, or have fun. The kitchen is very well equipped with most everything one needs for cooking and serving. Little touches of decor and amenities made our stay quite delightful. Craig was very accommodating to our needs, as my relatives arrived before I did. Craig met them at the cottage for the orientation tour. His communication was good, and he checked to see that everything was going well. I would highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing getaway or family gathering.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

31 Oct 2021

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Fabulous Stay

Our family enjoyed out 5 day weekend staying at this beautiful lake home. The house is newly renovated with great style. The owners have equipped the house with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Our family made great memories and we hope we can stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

17 Oct 2021

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Wonderful weekend getaway

Such a peaceful, clean place and full of amenities for a lovely time: paddleboards, grills, and stocked with all the necessities like coffee, tea, s’mores, condiments…. Perfect for us. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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Bedroom 3

Lower level bunk room.

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2 bathrooms

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