Cabin

Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake

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Terrace/patio
Beach
Terrace/patio
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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White Cloud, MI
  • Diamond Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Birch Grove Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Crystal Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake

Enjoy the sunrise as you sip your morning beverage on one of your two private decks. Multi-level cottage includes a full kitchen with dining table, and two bathrooms with showers; both the upstairs and downstairs have a living space with TV. Upstairs includes a double bed in the bedroom, and a futon in the living room couch. Downstairs includes a queen, double and twin bed. With over 200 footage of sandy beach The Blue Heron Retreat allows you and your guests to splash, play and relax. Venture out further into the lake for fishing, kayaking, boating or catching the sunset.

October through April our minimum stay is 2 nights with a maximum of 14. During our peak season, May through September, rentals are Friday to Friday. This allows the perfect amount of time for you to experience all that Blue Heron Retreat has to offer and for our cleaning services to be scheduled every Friday from 11am to 4pm.

To learn more about Blue Heron Retreat rentals visit:
www.BlueHeronVacation.com

If you would like to enhance your stay at our retreat, we offer Boat Rentals, Kayak Picnics, and Massages. Purchase them separately at: www.blueheronvacation.com/addons

Property manager

Christine Tunney
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

Smoking is not permitted
Valid photo ID required at check in.

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 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

White Cloud

Located in White Cloud, this cabin is on the beach. Waters Edge Golf Club and Hardy Dam County Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Diamond Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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White Cloud, MI

What's nearby

  • Diamond Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Birch Grove Trailhead - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Pearl Lake - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Crystal Lake - 21 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Ferris State University - 49 min drive - 52.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shamrock Pub & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sally's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪City Lites - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Abner’s Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Maike's Bakery & Pizza - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake 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 Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Cabin on Diamond Lake located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Diamond Lake. Diamond Lake County Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
This place is as advertised. We highly recommend it. It’s clean and has what you may need in a vacation. We went in winter and it was warm and toasty inside. The host is extraordinarily accommodating. She even offered us to stay for a few hours after checkout time. Very considerate since it had been snowing from the day before. Beautiful view of frozen lake where people were ice fishing. Peaceful and quiet at night. We did not have any issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Deer Camp
Our family was very pleased with our stay at the Eagles nest. It was a very warm & cozy cabin with beautiful views of the lake. We enjoyed walking down to the beach with a cup of coffee & our dogs. Lots of memories made and our kids were asking when we could come back and sad to leave. It was my husband and sons first time hunting too so the Eagles Nest will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Highly recommend this place and they communicated wonderfully. Thank you for being an amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent place to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall family fun
Went up to celebrate my son’s 21st birthday. Both youngest kids had a half hour drive from Ferris State University. My oldest had to work in Big Rapids. My parents live an hour and ten minutes away. Perfect location on the lake to have a small gathering for a day. Hiking trails nearby. Spent a night alone in the peaceful morning waking up to a beautiful lake and breeze. Plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great VRBO on Diamond Lake
We normally go further North to see fall colors but this year we chose this VRBO to be on a lake to enjoy the tree colors. Colors were present on the trees and location on the lake was perfect. And this trip we got to bring our dog which was the 1st time for us which he enjoyed this trip as well. We had cousin/wife stay with us as well and perfect as each couple had their own floor. I'm sure we will talk about this trip for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Eagles Nest
Very cool. Felt like we were in a houseboat looking out over the lake. My only issue was walking the many stairs, but I am older and have bad knees. I highly recommend this for rest and relaxation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway on beautiful lake.
Parents and two adult children stayed in the eagles nest. We stayed upstairs and our boys had the entire downstairs to themselves. It was clean and had recent updates. The host Christine is on site snd responded whenever we had a question. She was great! The entire grounds have recent updates and are well kept. Even the beach had been raked when we arrived. We rented a pontoon boat from Christine and were able to enjoy the entire lake. Enjoyed the hot tub, swam, built a fire. Nice mix of sun and shade on the property. Even though there are multiple rentals on the property we never felt like other guests were too close to us. Awesome stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet time with kids and grandkids!
The location was great, the beach area accommodated our pontoon very well. Great all sport lake. The grandkids loved the beach! We made great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diamond Lake
The property grounds were beautiful and well-maintained. The terraced yard was perfect for us and our 2 dogs. We had our own private, lush, green lawn for them. There were various shared areas; a grotto (a tucked away cozy spot to watch the lake, play cards etc), comfortable fire pit area, relaxing hot tub (again with a great view of the lake). The lake was the ideal size for us to kayak and the property was situated on a desireable part of the lake with no lily pads, just beautiful sun rises. Diamond Lake is an overall quiet lake, just what we were looking for, with “no wake” restrictions at certain hours. Plenty of kayaks always available and a pontoon to rent (maybe next time 🙂) Our Eagles Nest cabin was as described. Cozy and comfortable with the deck overlooking the lake being the crown jewel. We spent most of our time here under the beautiful trees in the morning, and enjoying the sun in the afternoon. It the evening, when the landscaping lighting came on, the ambience was amazing! If I have to find a negative, and it wasn't for us but it was a surprise, there are a lot of steps, so just be prepared. The lower level had a slight musty smell, but once we turned on the dehumidifier it was gone. It was also not as clean as the main level. We took a day trip to Pentwater and Ludington one day, and at the owners recommendation to a nearby wildflower sanctuary. 👍The owners were above and beyond welcoming, and attentive and truly made our stay enjoyable. Will return!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., Lansing, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Weekend Getaway
We were looking for a quaint place to get away for springbreak 2024 and found this gem. Nice and quiet, snowed, miles hiked on the north country trail, and views of the lake from the hot tub. The little gas station around the corner had amazing pizza too. The ownees checked in on us and were great communicators. The place is small but it was a perfect fit for 2 adukts, 2 kida and a chocolate lab to sneak away and have lake front views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dwight B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
review
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin was clean and well equipt and the host very courteous and helpful. The area has lots of great hiking trails. The cabin is built on a hillside near the lake and has a noticeable tilt, but seemed solid and we hope not in any structural risk, as it is a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fall getaway!
We went to Michigan to participate in a race in Grand Rapids. I ended up picking this cabin because it was in the lake and close enough to the race. It was the perfect set up for the eacape we were loking for. Our 3 year old loved everything about the lake and fishing (even though no fish were ever caught lol). House was as described and we had no issues while staying there. The host was very responsive and even checked in on us via text during the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daphnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake
The lake view was beautiful. Unfortunately due to weather we weren’t able to enjoy the beach or boating options, however it was the perfect size and access for our group. Fishing was awesome, bring gear to accommodate pike (caught 5!). There is a tilt to the house, but nothing you shouldn’t expect with lake side property. Christine was very pleasant and responsive to text/call/email quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view
Property has a spectacular view...and the host was extremely responsive! Small but beautiful lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Rachel C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Eagle’s Nest Review
Hi. We didn't end up staying there. Friday after we checked in, we tried to make dinner on the grill. It was so dirty all the old grease and food caught on fire burning our dinner. We had to knock cobwebs down everywhere just to have a place to sit or enter the door. We killed 5 spiders in the couple hours we were there. I understand it's woods, but I've stayed other places and there's never such an issue. The "beach" wasn't clean enough to be walking around on or trying to hangout at. The cabin was very musty smelling. We had to clean the filter from the air conditioner just to get some cool air. The dehumidifier needed emptied when we got there. I truly feel like there is no maintenance or care for the place to have people from all aspects of life come to retreat. I'm not high class I just like to be not be over run by bugs and small problems of neglect when I go out. I included the pictures of the grill fire
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

ronald w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
fun house
it was fun well do it agan
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RJ M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September Eagles Nest
Beautiful lake lot with a lot of history. We walked and fig shed and golfed and “chilled”. Christine and her two kids were superb and very helpful. We enjoyed it and would do it again in a minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Family friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven!
Best week of relaxing! Enjoyed fishing every day and was elated to see my boys reel in the biggest bass I have ever seen. The cabin is cozy and comfy. My family enjoyed our stay there!! Nothing but smiles all week! I can’t wait to return!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great summer getaway
Christine was great. She even took a boat ride with us and told us all about the area. Downstairs was very private for my daughter, son in law, and 2 grandchildren. Whata beautiful location. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Christine was wonderful to work with and very accommodating. Great amenities on the property and beautiful setting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sally N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Awesome host!
Christine was very accommodating, making room to dock our boat, offering suggestions on what to do in the area, and also offering games for our granddaughters to play when it was raining. We all had a great time fishing, tubing, swimming and kayaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location!
This was both a personal/personal business trip for me. I was 15-30 minutes to every place I needed to be. The lake cabin had an awesome view of the lake! Plenty of room in the lake cabin. Host was on-site when we arrived and very help in every capacity. Almost everything I have to say about the accommodations are positive. The only negative thing was there was a slight incline on the floor that was very noticeable. We were there during the off-season so it was very quiet for a major lake in the area. The question would I say here again, "Oh, Yea"!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Elisa A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Sad
The downstairs toilet wasn’t working 99% of the time , down stairs tv was out and they had to replace it not really what I thought at all by looking at pictures online … should have stated they were renovating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake house with spectacular view!
Was a beautiful relaxing weekend. The cabin is much bigger than it looks as there is a fully finished basement. It was perfect for me and my family. Christine, the property manager, was extremely kind and accommodating. On top of all of it, the view of the lake in the morning was just breathtaking. Would recommend to anyone looking for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christine Tunney

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Why they chose this property

Welcome to Diamond Lake, an all sports lake where the water is spring-fed and crystal clear. It is the perfect location to get away. Immerse yourself in the history and tranquility of simpler times while still having access to modern amenities. If you are looking for a place to connect with nature and with those you love, come on over. The swimming, fishing, and water sports are exceptional and the hot tub is ready for relaxing.

The Blue Heron Retreat has four rental units that all boast of their lake views, The Blue Heron Suite, Fisherman’s Cove, and Sunrise Suite are all attached to the main lodging. The Eagles Nest is a separate cabin overlooking the water. We have a number of amenities and common spaces on our property that are available for all guests, including kayaks, hot tubs, fire pit, multiple deck spaces (including our new Grotto), and more. We also have packages that can be purchased separately on our site for pontoon rentals, massage, and picnic kayak outings. For larger groups/retreats/reunions, you can request the rental of multiple spaces by going to: www.BlueHeronVacation.com

What makes this property unique

Our retreat is located 6 miles north of the quaint town of White Cloud, Michigan. This small town is an outdoors enthusiast's dream. White Cloud boasts of its many nature trails (North Country Trail, ORV trails, Dragon Trail) with opportunities for hiking, biking, snowmobiling and getting a little mud on your tires.

Further you’ll find the Loda Lake Wildflower Sanctuary, Lake Michigan (only a 35-minute drive), and the Muskegon River for swimming, kayaking, tubing, fishing and so much more!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests