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FRONT FOYER & PICTURE GALLERY
ENTRY, LIVING ROOM & HALLWAY TO THE WEST WING
PLENTY OF SEATING, WORKSTATION, BOOKS, MOVIES
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Byron Center, MI
  • Popular LocationTanger Factory Outlet Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers10 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiverTown Crossings Mall16 min drive
  • AirportGrand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)20 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Large Space, Comfy and Spacious

Hello My Traveling Friend,

Welcome to the Barn Swallow, our beloved Dairy Barn!
This fully updated and accessible first floor lodging accommodates 4 guests (and two pets) of all ages and abilities. We do not allow cats however due to allergy issues. We do require our guests to crate your dog when you have left the house. We have (2) 3x4 crates for your use.

Enjoy comfort and privacy inside and 11.5 country acres outside, close to restaurants, Tanger Outlet, hospitals, Gun Lake casino, Grand Rapids, and much more.

The 1st level of our Barn House is perfect for family vacations or simply gathering with friends.

What Is the Barn Swallow Manor?

Built in the early 1900s, the original dairy barn and horse stable was fully converted in 2008-2009 and updated in the summer of 2022. The property boasts 11.5 charming country acres with beautiful views and a creek running through the center. Feel free to walk our fields and see turkeys, hawks, crane, deer, and possibly a bald eagle.

The Space: You will have the entire FIRST floor and lodging is completely separate from the rest of the house and surrounded by farmland and very few neighbors.

Handicap Accessibility: The house is accessible for people of all abilities. Built with every situation in mind, this home has 36” doors, is step free and barrier free, and has a powerlift reclining chairs. Bathing is easy with an oversized shower and walk-in tub. If you need a shower chair, please ask ahead of your stay.

Energy Efficient: The house is built with Earth friendly “green features” including energy efficient windows, closed cell spray foam insulation, and geothermal heating/cooling forced air with energy efficient in-floor radiant heat. Even in the worst of weather you will have electricity with our whole house backup generator.

Family Friendly: We provide two roll away cribs, a pack & play, changing table, highchair, baby utensils, plastic kid bowls and bib. Two of the bedrooms have chairs that turn into beds, perfect for a child to sleep in their parents' room.

Bedrooms: Spread out into four bedrooms. The four queen beds and one king bed each have four pillows with two different levels of comfort and extra blankets. Touch lamps are at most bedsides. All nightstand lamps have USB ports.

Bathrooms: The two full bathrooms and one half-bath are fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, and hair dryers.

Kitchen: The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your food, plus a closet full of extras like a blender for smoothies, George Foreman grill, waffle maker, Instant Pot, crock pot, and electric griddle.

Dining Area: Seat 10-12 people around the table. Enjoy the coffee bar with a Keurig and complimentary K-cups.

Living Room: This spacious area has two couches, four comfortable loungers, and a workstation perfect for longer stays and business trips. Kick back with the Roku and plenty of movies and books.

Den: This smaller area is stocked with several games, houses a desk with a printer, and offers comfortable seating.

Laundry: Take advantage of the washer and detergent, dryer, iron and ironing board.

3-Season Porch: This 12x3’ room is private/unshared and comfortably furnished.

Fenced Back Yard: Enjoy a walking/jogging track and the lush lawn, perfect for a game of Corn Hole.

A true home away from home!

The entrance to the First floor accommodations is through the front door which has a digital code, once you are in the foyer there is a second coded door to your private space. Parking is out front and the pole barn and garage is not a part of the rental.

Property manager

Valerie Drummond - Allen
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses geothermal energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Byron Center

This holiday home is located in Byron Center. Heritage Hill Historic District and Meyer May House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Market and Tanger Factory Outlet Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for John Ball Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Van Andel Arena.
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Byron Center, MI

What's nearby

  • Tanger Factory Outlet Center - 6 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers - 10 min drive
  • RiverTown Crossings Mall - 16 min drive
  • Van Andel Arena - 17 min drive
  • John Ball Zoo - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Grand Rapids Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪76th Street Truck Stop Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alebird Taphouse and Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪5 Lakes Brew Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Space, Comfy and Spacious pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Large Space, Comfy and Spacious?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Space, Comfy and Spacious?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Space, Comfy and Spacious located?

Located in Byron Center, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Tanger Factory Outlet Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Craig's Cruisers and Frog Hollow Playground. Master Arts Theatre and Mercy Health Southwest Campus are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Dog Friendly Home
The accommodations were perfect for us and our two dogs. Provided everything needed for us and our pets. Everything about this place is great and would recommend highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dani P., Ocean Springs, MS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint barn
The pictures didn’t do it justice. It was a beautiful space and so roomy. My family loved all of the movies and amenities. I really liked how kid friendly it was. It was so nice to have a crib and high chair for my one year old. Thank you so much for letting us stay here in Barn Swallow. We will DEFINITELY be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Very well equipped, spacious, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
country living...
Nothing like watching the sunrise out back rising above the trees when drinking your coffee-what a great place. We enjoyed everything about this place & hope to return sometime too! Diane V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Farm
Great accommodation. Very clean. Well equipped. Quite. Host does an excellent job in communicating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liberty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No problems! Great stay!
Thank you so much for providing this wonderful space for our friends getaway! So much space and accessible to boot- no complaints. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Barn
Loved it-inside & out. Just wish the grounds weren't quite so wet-so we could have walked all the great outdoors! But that is Michigan weather. Hope to go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rejena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to return!!!
Ad Accuracy/Arrival: The description and pictures do not do this place justice! I stayed here for 3 days and two nights with my kids when we came up for a ballet event at the Peter Martin We've Theater @ Grand Rapids Ballet. We were bowled over the moment we pulled in the driveway. There's just no way the pictures can really convey the actual size of this space and it is SO PRETTY!!! Space: Normally a place of this size would seem sparse and spartan but Valerie and Brendan have just went all the way with making this space into a comfortable and well appointed home. Amenities: There is nothing, and I mean nothing missing. Shampoo, conditioner and soap in the shower; stocked towels and toilet paper; laundry detergent and dishwasher soap; full range of cutlery and dishware; every appliance and service accessory you can imagine (keurig, iced tea maker, four slice toaster, pitchers and carafes, tea service etc.) and a large variety of coffee, teas, sweeteners, condiments etc. The bedrooms have extremely comfortable beds and the fold out twin beds are actually comfortable! Between all of the cabinets and amenities, it's like there's a miniature Bed Bath & Beyond store neatly tucked into this house! My kids my hours playing games from the massive selection in the second living room (because who doesn't have two living rooms?) and an equal amount of time devising ways to extend our stay 🤣 the dog crates in the three seasons room were such a convenience! Exterior: There is an actual concrete sidewalk style walking path out back in a fully fenced in backyard. The beautiful stainless steel grill on the back porch is no doubt going to be awesome for the summer and the benches convert into picnic tables! Host/Hostess: Valerie was absolutely one of the kindest and most patient hosts to date!!! She even came down and met our fur babies and we chatted for quite a while; she told us the history of the home and how it came to be, which was so lovely! She messaged me back within 5 minutes each time I reached out to her. Valerie and Brendan are amazing! Overall: We didn't want to leave! We're already planning on a return trip just to have fun at the house! 10/10 A+
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly how it was listed.
I could not be more pleased with my stay. Everything was clean and easy to get to. I would and am staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W., Mokena, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family property!
We stayed here with our 2 teenage sons, my husband's parents and our dog while visiting our oldest son at Grand Valley State University, which is about 30 min away. Communication with host was amazing and prompt. Property was EXTREMELY clean and WELL stocked with more than we could ask for, not only for our comfort but also for cooking and hanging out. Location was amazing very close to outlet mall and restraunts (less than 5 min), but also in the middle of nowhere with true farm feel! So quiet! Sunrises from back were amazing! Fenced yard was gorgeous. Our dog loved the area and didn't want to come in from the back fenced area. She loved chasing the birds and we loved watching her. Would love to come back in summer time! More than enough room! Loved the big table! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful place to stay!
I loved everything about this property! There was so much attention to detail and such care and thought behind everything that was provided. My personal favorite were the automatic candles that would turn on in the evening! So much extra thought was put into this rental and it’s so appreciated. Hosts were more than accommodating! They were Spectacular! Will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

stevie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
I loved the property! I use to go to a hotel when I traveled, but VRBO is such a better option! Your property was perfect for me and my puppy! Thanks a lot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Valerie Drummond - Allen

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HI my name is Valerie and husbands name is Todd. We are kind, friendly and inviting people. I have lived in the Byron Center area my whole life but Todd comes from the East side of the state. Building our Barn House was the most exciting and rewarding project and dream I have ever accomplished. There is nothing I don't like about our home, and I am blessed to have been able to save this old barn before it became dilapidated beyond repair and turn it into something so many people can enjoy. I often say this old barn has stabled cows, horses and people, but the people have loved it most! I know I do!!



Why they chose this property

Everything about Barn Swallow Manor is oversized, the total space about 8400 and your space about 3000sqft for the 2 bedroom unit. So, from the living room, to the den/game room, bedrooms, dining area, porch and fenced in back yard, it's all big, which makes it very comfortable and inviting for a large range of guests. Barn Swallow is country living at its best! Quiet and peaceful yet we are centrally located and close to everything!

What makes this property unique

Probably the most unique benefits of Barn Swallow, is the country setting, so close to everything, AND besides space & more space, the added bonus that there aren't any steps coming into the barn house! Which means it's easy and accessible to everyone especially with all those suitcases.

The whole 1st level is handicap accessible and we have the walk-in tub, that you can also use the shower feature.

We have a huge 3 season porch! And a large 4 burner gas grill on the way along with a
along with a "smokeless" fire pit. (Both should be installed by the end of March if not sooner.)

The fenced in back yard has a private walking/jogging track which is another feature you don't see everyday!

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