Charming cabin by the lake

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a wooden bookshelf, a plaid sofa, and a wall with nautical decorations.
A calm lake with a dock extending into the water.
Two canoes on a grassy area with a wooden structure and dense foliage in the background.
A bathroom with a checkered wall, a white toilet, a wooden cabinet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Newaygo, MI
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hess Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Van Andel Arena
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Newaygo

Located in Newaygo, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hardy Dam County Marina and Pilgrim's Run Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Newaygo State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Map
Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Brooks Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hess Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Van Andel Arena - 42 min drive - 67.5 km
  • Downtown Market - 42 min drive - 68.2 km
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 45 min drive - 71.3 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smuggler's At North Shore - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Northern Trails Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakeside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cabin by the lake?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cabin by the lake on 18 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,568, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Lakeside Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakeside Cottage ?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakeside Cottage ?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Charming Lakeside Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Brooks Lake. Hess Lake is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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. 59 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at the lake, the home was clean with a dock that was easy enough to access when our family came by water to visit in their various water vehicles.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host of the property was very nice and gave us a tour on his pontoon boat of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay love the boats and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were looking for a time of relaxing in a beautiful context and this met all our hopes. Great hosts and a fully equipped home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautiful property. Nice house. Everything was great! Enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super hospitality

The host thought of everything! Well appointed, beautifully decorated, quiet , and clean. Loved every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brooks Lake Cottage

Very clean cottage. Very sturdy nice dock.Plenty of pots and pans to cook your own meals. Our family and smaller dog had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Fantastic

The property is excellent. Spotless and very well-maintained with all the amenities you could ask for and more! If you are looking for a relaxing, enjoyable getaway - this is the place for you.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We are so grateful for the wonderful visitors we have had to our cottage. We do our utmost to make their stay comfortable so that they can focus on having a great vacation. Thanks for taking the time to tell others about your experience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Vacation

This is by far the cleanest, well-maintained property that we have had the opportunity to stay at. The property and the amenities were exactly as described and exceeded our expectations. Jerry and Maryam were extremely hospitable and caring. We enjoyed our time so much that we plan to return next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

TOP NOTCH

Awesome property....great house super clean and has everything you could possibly need. Host was fantastic even offers you a tour of the lake on his pontoon boat and is available for any questions or issues while you are there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very well equipped!

Lovely property and a cozy, clean cottage with a nice big kitchen and the comfort of 2 bathrooms. Very quiet neighborhood and lake. It looks like they thought of everything in terms of outdoor activities!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing and comfortable.

See above.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Loved this cottage! Immaculate with all the comforts of home. Great Wi-Fi if you need to do a little work while you’re on vacation. Fishing was good although we had a bit of a cold spell which affected it a bit. Close to town so easy access to grocery, restaurants, etc. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lake Effect

We just returned from yet another stay at this cottage and again we had a wonderful time. The weather was great and the fish were biting and it was so peaceful and relaxing. As always the cottage was AAA clean and very comfortable (especially the new recliner they added this year). if you are looking for a cottage that is your home away from home with all the bells and whistles this is the one for you, you won't be disappointed. Thanks again for sharing your place with us. We'll be back again and again.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We are so pleased that we have developed a loyal following for our cottage. We believe in providing an excellent retreat for people who want to relax near the waterfront in a super clean and modern environment. Our clients often express surprise when they first see the cottage and consistently comment "This is the nicest cottage we have ever seen!" or "The pictures do not do justice to this cottage!". Of course, we are proud of that. We welcome an exclusive type of visitor . . . those that place a high premium on quality and respect our property by keeping it pristine. Our "preferred" guests are very valuable to us and we look forward to their return every year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lilac Cottage

We stayed for the week of the 4th of July. This is a very beautiful setting to look over the lake from the patio area. We were able to see fireworks and, on one stormy evening, lightening approaching from the west. Great fire pit to sit by the lake, too. The cottage sits on a small hill that slopes down to the water, I have a very bad knee that needs replacing and I did not have a problem (anymore than usual) with walking from the lake to the house. The home is well laid out to separate the sleeping area from the living area with plenty of room to spread out. My husband and son were able to catch some bass, pike and catfish (we took our 17 foot deck boat). A wonderful, peaceful week of rest....exactly what we needed. Jerry was a wonderful host and we look forward to our next visit to this beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jerry is an excellent host, truly could not be more accommodating. He let us use 3 bikes, helmets, pontoon paddle boat, fire wood and fishing gear had we wanted it. Even took us on a tour of the lake in his pontoon. House was in perfect shape and is very well laid out, perfect for our family of 4 and dog. We left an oven mitt for the next guests as it was the only thing we couldnt find. The lake is beautiful and peaceful.One thing for future guests, out on the lake we had no problems with bugs. But walking around the area, especially some of the nearby streets, the gnats that like your eyes and nose are swarming nonstop. Bring tight fitting glasses and dont bother with DEET, they are immune. Try picardin based repellants, even high concentrations of deet do nothing.The neighborhood is great for casual biking and boating. Very quiet area on weekdays and peaceful setting for some much needed R&R
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

7/15-7/20/2023 Retirees

The cottage was cute. It is simple and nothing fancy. It has all old furniture and coffee pot and dishes. The bed was very comfortable. It does have water toys like rowboat,kayaks, paddleboat but they are old and heavy to use. They are not modern and lite weight. They are not tied up to dock when you arrive. You have to figure it out and I did find a little string in garage to use on paddle boat not enough for anything else. You would have to drag it back and forth to the shore as you use these items. Beach is small and doesn’t go right into the water. You have to step down on a brick. It is wooded but does get plenty of sun. Lots of beach chairs to relax in. If you are older the hill is steep going down to the water. Newaygo is a cute town and the Riverfront park is amazing. You can tube,kayak, swim or fish there. Tiny’s ice cream was great. Everything was dog friendly. We took our golden doodle with us everywhere. The Silver Lake dunes on Lake Michigan were amazing. The lighthouse was great. There is plenty of wineries to go to. We went to Poor Michigan Wine Bar. It was good. The cottage was relaxing and they have Swans on Brooks Lake. Beautiful views! My husband fished and caught lg. mouth bass. Jerry is kind and meets you with keys for the place when you arrive. Thanks for a relaxing place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Thanks for taking the time to write a review for our cottage and we are very pleased that you enjoyed the area. As a point of clarification … the dinnerware is mismatched (deliberately) and the same is true for other kitchen supplies. It was a judgment call on “style” because we felt it provided the right atmosphere for a "cottage". Some of the boats are old and some are not and all are of good quality. We agree with your perception, but wanted you to know it was a “planned ambiance”. The electronics, beds, etc. are quite new and high quality. We want our guests to be comfortable. Again, many thanks for your feedback. We always consider that to be helpful. May the rest of your summer be enjoyable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to spend some quiet time.

Really enjoyed our stay. The owner was really nice and helpful with whatever we needed. The property was well kept, clean and overall it was a great trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very clean, lovely cottage in a pretty location

The cottage was pristine and had every amenity you could want. We had a few glitches that were quickly worked out with the property manager. My only suggestion would be that the mattresses were uncomfortable. If you have any joint issues or back problems this may not be the right rental for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Get-Away

Jerry was a fantastic host and this little cottage was everything we needed for a family get-away. Clean, comfortable with a complete kitchen. Paddle boat and pool noodles were great fun on the lake. I took a lovely peaceful walk every morning around part of the lake to see all the cute cottages and enjoyed the forest, too. As a light sleeper, the house water pump woke me up a couple times but the beds were comfortable and vacation naps are great. I loved the steps down to the lake and s’mores at the fire pit. Comfy recliners, books and HBO were great for downtime, too. Lovely place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

We had a great week fishing and relaxing. This cottage is so cute and comfy. The pictures do not do it justice. Jerry is a great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jerry was very warm to meet us-great hospitality. Place was immaculate and fully furnished with dish

Excellent place to spend a vacation. Quiet and we needed a place just to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy & relaxing!!

This was a wonderful choice for a week long getaway. Beautiful view, every amenity you could ask for. Jerry is a wonderful host. We had a few accommodations we had to make due to a family member’s illness, and Jerry was very kind & helpful. The home is spotless, comfortable & inviting. We highly recommend this home!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, cozy and comfy!

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay at this property. It was very clean and comfortable and very well equipped! It had everything imaginable! It is more like a little house than a cottage! We loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage and host!

Thoroughly enjoyed our vacation! The cottage was very nice, clean and well stocked. Jerry was an excellent host. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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