Lakefront family paradise w/ pickleball, hot tub & more. Pool coming fall 2024!

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Welcome to our dream home, a place to make memories. Start your tour outside.

The south side of the house, overlooking our private park.

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Location
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Exceptional

6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 17390.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Grand Junction, MI

Saddle Lake1 min walk
The Fun Park19 min drive
Kal Haven Trail26 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Blue bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

First-floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Green bedroom

1 King Bed

Guest house bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest house queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office

1 Single Bed

Yellow bedroom

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Blue bedroom en suite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First-floor bedroom en suite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Green bedroom en suite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Guest house bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Yellow bedroom en suite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

BOOK NOW - ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT FOR SUMMER!

Everyone will be spoiled for choice when it comes to how to spend the days on this three-acre property - no matter their age or interest!

For sport lovers wanting to soak in the outdoors from sunrise to sunset:

- a combination pickleball/basketball court
- a beach volleyball court
- a bocce ball court
- equipment for softball, croquet, and corn hole
- a half-acre waterfront on Saddle Lake, which boasts 300 acres of spring-fed water for swimming, fishing and boating
- two kayaks and canoe that can be launched off our private dock
- COMING FALL 2024: a 41'-long pool, including a safety cover and 5'-high fence with child locks

For homebodies ready to unwind in our stylish modern farmhouse:

- a 7-person Jacuzzi hot tub
- a large fire pit with outdoor seating
- all the fixings for movie night, including flat screen TVs, a giant popcorn machine and ice cream maker
- a 48” linear gas fireplace
- karaoke
- an 8’ pool table
- a spacious, fully equipped kitchen and extra-long dining tables to seat the entire family
- an office with laptop and extra monitor

For adventurers seeking to discover the hidden gems of southwest Michigan:

- close to trails for hiking or biking, including the 33-mile Kal-Haven trail
- nearby winter activities including downhill skiing and ice skating
- the fabulous resort town of South Haven on the sandy shore of Lake Michigan, only a 15-minute drive away
- numerous local breweries, wineries, orchards, and berry-picking farms
- a Charge Point EV2 charger for those with electric cars

For parents looking for a carefree stay with your little ones:

- a high chair and pack ‘n play
- a rocking chair
- an extra-large laundry room with two washers and two dryers
- a library of children’s books and toys
- a separate guest cabin that can give those with young babies privacy during nighttime wake-ups

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Sept. 30 - Oct. 31, 2024
We're building a swimming pool! The pool will be located in the side yard: visitors will still be able to enjoy the pickleball/basketball, volleyball, or bocce ball courts; the lake; and activities in the large main yard. The prices shown in the calendar for the listed dates reflect a discount due to the construction, which will happen during the weekdays.

We have a strict no party policy -VRBO will be contacted immediately upon any noise violations, disruptive gatherings, or arrival of unauthorized guests.

Stays during the high season (June-August) require a 7-day minimum.

Looking to make your stay as stress-free as possible? For an additional fee, we can provide the following services:

1. Pre-stock the refrigerator for you prior to your arrival, or do grocery shopping for you during your stay
2. Pick up dinner for you within 20 miles from the house, including South Haven, and will stop at more than one restaurant
3. Additional house cleanings, either full or partial, during your stay

Several family members have strong to severe animal allergies. For this reason, we cannot allow any animals into our home.

The dock, watercrafts, and outdoor furniture are seasonal, and generally not available mid-fall until Memorial Day. The pool will be open from Memorial Day - Oct 20, 2025, weather permitting.

Property manager

Elaine Soble

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Welcome to Lakeside Cove 2,200 sq. ft. Open Concept home on 298 acre Saddle Lake

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

See attached rental agreement.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Grand Junction

Located in Grand Junction, this holiday home is on the beach. Kal Haven Trail and Warner Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Van Buren State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Fun Park and Michigan Maritime Museum.

Grand Junction, MI

What's nearby

Saddle Lake - 1 min walk
The Fun Park - 19 min drive
South Haven Center for the Arts - 25 min drive
Michigan Maritime Museum - 26 min drive
Kal Haven Trail - 26 min drive

Getting around

Bangor Station - 20 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sweet Town Bar - ‬14 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
‪Subway - ‬20 min drive
‪Country Fare Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Blinkers - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront family paradise w/ pickleball, hot tub & more. Pool coming fall 2024! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront family paradise w/ pickleball, hot tub & more. Pool coming fall 2024!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront family paradise w/ pickleball, hot tub & more. Pool coming fall 2024!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront family paradise w/ pickleball, hot tub & more. Pool coming fall 2024! located?

This Grand Junction holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Saddle Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of The Fun Park and Michigan Flywheelers Museum. North Beach and South Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

5 May 2024

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

Beautiful large house & property

We had a fantastic stay at this VRBO house! One of the standout features was the abundance of bathrooms, which made getting ready a breeze for our group of ladies. The owner was responsive and attentive to the issues we encountered, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable stay. The multiple seating options on the deck and around the fire pit were perfect for socializing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Additionally, having a full kitchen was convenient for preparing meals together. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this property to others!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R., Des Moines, IA

7 Aug 2023

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

Great House!

This house was such a great house! We comfortably slept a group of 16. The kitchen was amazing equipped with 2 dishwashers which was key with the amount of dishes we used in a daily basis. I would highly recommend with large groups. Elaine was extremely easy to work with and very responsive to questions. She has truly thought of everything! We hope to be back in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

24 June 2023

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

Best equipped & organized lake house/beach house ever!

This was the 6th or 7th time we have rented a beach or lake house for time with our extended family (13-16 people). This was by far the best equipped, most organized house ever. Everything was perfectly clean and well labeled. Instructions were crystal clear. And I can't think of anything we might have wanted that they didn't have! None of us had ever played pickleball before -- what an amazing court! So much indoor and outdoor space -- everyone could find a quiet place to read or work if they wanted to. We never came close to running out of bowls, mugs or silverware. And to have two dishwashers for a large group like that is a stroke of genius! We never had dishes piling up because we never had to wait for a dishwasher to finish running to load up. We could connect to the outdoor speaker instantly. The young adults in the group loved the hot tub. Having the grill directly connected to the gas line is also awesome. My nephew loved the espresso maker and I loved having an electric vehicle charger. We brought our own inner tubes to float in the lake, but we liked having the canoe & kayaks to paddle around. Communication with the owner was outstanding. Overall really 5 stars. Every VRBO owner could take lessons from them.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin O.

17 June 2023

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

Awesome

This place is great. Perfectly setup for a large group. We stayed here with my extended family and everyone had plenty of room. The house is very thoughtfully equipped. A fully equipped kitchen, yard games, boats, books, it’s all here. Lots to do in the house and yard and lake, but only 15 min drive (or hour bike ride on the nearby kal haven trail :) ) into south haven for more.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

25 Apr 2023

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

Amazing Stay!

I was looking for a larger home to celebrate my dad turning 60. The listing doesn’t do the home justice. It was absolutely beautiful. The host, Elaine, is amazing and graciously answered all of my never ending questions. The home is so fully stocked with everything you could possibly need and is so helpfully labeled as well. Everyone mentioned how extremely comfortable the beds are and how clean the home is. My family has even mentioned wanting to book the home for a summer getaway! I will absolutely be back to stay again! Thank you, Elaine, for such a wonderful experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

13 Apr 2023

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

Beautiful home perfect for our large family

We really loved our stay at Elaine's home. She was a gracious and generous host. She was quick to respond whenever I had a question or request. We were celebrating a milestone birthday and had our entire family there. Everyone had a comfortable place to sleep. The bathrooms had the amenities you would need, plenty of towels, and great closet space as well as hooks to put all your things! The property is large and the pickleball court was a HUGE hit for our entire family. When we weren't outside, we were in the kitchen which has a large table that accommodated all of us and plenty of seating throughout. We had a wonderful time. Thank you, Elaine!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie N.

1 Sept 2022

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

Awesome Vacation Home!

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home for a long weekend at the end of August with 16 family members... young adults and older adults! The home and guest house are luxuriously appointed, spacious, very clean, with lots of bathrooms. We had plenty of room for everyone. We brought 2 kayaks and a small motor boat which we tied up at the private dock. We very much enjoyed all of the provided outdoor activites -- Pickleball, Basketball, Corn Hole, and especially the beautiful hot tub and very spacious fire pit area that was big enough for all of us to gather around at night. We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy all the other amenities and activities on the property. We have never rented a home with as much kitchen and eating space. It was so nice for us all to sit around the giant kitchen table! And there were plenty of dishes, silverware, serving dishes, pots, pans, baking dishes, etc. for making dinners. It was wonderful having two dishwashers! The yard is so large and the house is set back a ways from the water -- It is a short walk down to the dock and beach area, but was not a big deal. You can see the water from the yard. I highly recommend this property, and can't wait to go back sometime.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M., Indianapolis, IN

27 June 2022

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

Great getaway

Our extended family of 15 had the best stay at this property! The kitchen was large, well appointed, and perfect for a large group. The expansive outdoor space offers about anything you would want. The fire pit was one of the best we have encountered. Large and on a flat surface with plenty of seating. The lake is clear and warm and there were several lake toys the kids really enjoyed. The rooms are surprisingly large and allowed for privacy for the group. The back guest house was nice for the kids and added privacy. Two refrigerators and twin washers and dryers were a big bonus. The bluetooth outside speakers were awesome as well. We highly recommend this rental house. The owner was in constant contact with us, although everything was fairly turnkey. 100% relaxing and enjoyed by all.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elaine Soble

We started going to South Haven about ten years ago. Then we found Saddle Lake and fell in love. Grand Junction is not crowded at all, and we are surrounded by beautiful countryside. When this property came up for sale, we grabbed it and built our dream house, which we are happy to share.