Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna

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A wooden cabin interior with a staircase, a living room with a sofa and coffee table, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area.
A cabin with wooden floors, large windows, and a view of a snowy landscape.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a fireplace.
A wooden interior with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a dining area.
A wooden cabin with a birdhouse on the porch and a garden with white daisies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Big Rapids, MI
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Lake Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferris State University
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

A Walk in the Wood

1 Queen Bed

Paddington

1 Single Bunk Bed

Road to Avonlea

1 Queen Bed

The Room with a View

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Big Rapids

Located in Big Rapids, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the beach. Clear Lake Golf Club and Katke Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Artworks and Card Wildlife Education Center. Robert L. Ewigleben Ice Arena and P&J Plantiques are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
Map
Big Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clear Lake Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ferris State University - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Big Rapids Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Katke Golf Course - 12 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Lakefront Log Estate: 4-Acre Private Retreat with Sauna located?

Located in Big Rapids, this beachfront cottage is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Clear Lake and Clear Lake Golf Club. Colby Lake and Hillview Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 65 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Private and very comfortable, with lots of space. The colors were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House and property were very clean and welcoming. Loved having kayaks and pontoon boat available. Only problem was the 100 degree weather followed by two days of intense smoke from wild fires in Canada. Unable to go outside for 3 days. Highly recommend property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review and for highly recommending our property! We are so glad you found the house clean, welcoming, and enjoyed the kayaks and pontoon boat. We are very sorry that the 100-degree heat and Canadian wildfire smoke kept you indoors for three days. While we always want our guests to have a great time exploring the outdoors, extreme weather and regional air quality are entirely outside of our control. Ratings on platforms like VRBO directly affect our Premier Host status and our ability to host future guests. When scores are lowered due to acts of nature that we cannot change or fix, it creates an unfair penalty for circumstances beyond our reach. We truly appreciate your recognition of our home's cleanliness and amenities!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Probably would have been a 5 had the lake been better for fishing. Caught plenty on and off but nothing of any size and the grass is terrible in most the lake… this has nothing to do with our cabin or host yet we stayed there hoping for better fishing is all. The only part that was off on the listing was we thought there was both a sauna and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Our property has never had or listed having a hot tub, we only have a sauna. Regarding fishing, like most lakes, there are many variables to fishing success. For example, during 2 weeks we were at the Cottage this summer, the grandchildren had days of just a few to having over 2 dozen catches of keepers in a couple hours.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside & outside!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good stay. We enjoyed the cabin. Very glad we added the pontoon rental as that was the only way to go swimming. The fishing was good! Lots of Bass and some nice Gills!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
We are so happy your family had a nice stay and that you took advantage of the pontoon boat. The best swimming on the lake is at the west end where there is plenty of pristine water. For all the years we have owned the Cottage the lake level has been such that there was good swimming area right in front. Unfortunately, Mother Nature is giving much of Michigan very hot and dry conditions and inland lake levels are very low especially our little lake where the lake level is at a multi-decade low. Thanks for staying at the Cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Getaway

Property was beautiful. We needed to escape the madness of everyday life, and this was the answer. Wonderful place to escape to, easy location to access and the house was amazing. I would highly recommend a stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay!

We had a great time at the cottage. The cabin was very nice and well stocked. The large outdoor space was private with lots of room for activities. The hosts were very helpful. The lake was enjoyable with the pontoon and kayaks. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you Brent for the nice review. It's great to hear that your stay was wonderful and that your family enjoyed the outdoors. We aim for exceptional experiences, and your feedback is greatly appreciated. We would love to host your family again! The Kelly's
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yearly Family Vacation

Wonderful cottage...our family had a great time during our week. We swam, went fishing and boating and enjoyed the firepit daily. Timely communication with owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
We love hearing that families had a wonderful time together. We hope you enjoy the rest of the summer! All the best, The Kelly's
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay, Gorgeous House

We had an absolutely wonderful time at the beautiful Log Home. The hosts went above and beyond to make it comfortable. Gorgeous house and cute town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thanks for staying at the Cottage! Glad your family had a wonderful vacation together. The Kelly's
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation

We had a blast on our family vacation. Renting the pontoon boat was a game changer and we loved sitting together around the dining room table for big family dinners. The porch is great too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Happy to hear you had a fantastic time. I was glad to hear how much fun the kids had catching fish :) You are welcome to stay again any time. Enjoy the last few weeks of summer. The Kelly's
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ferris State University Parent’s Weekend

The property and cabin were perfect! Loved the layout. Our family had a great time visiting and catching up with our son.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Happy you had a great weekend catching up and enjoyed your time together! Best wishes, Carol & Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage and property were spacious and comfortable and exactly as described on the website. We rented the pontoon boat which was great for cruising the lake and fishing. AC worked great and was needed during our stay. Host communicated quickly and we had no issues during our stay. Recommend the Dockside and CL Pizza and Hemlock Park which has an awesome playground and paved trails along the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation/ College Classes

The property was beautiful and inviting. We will deffinately look to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Thanks for staying at our Cottage, we are glad you enjoyed your time. You are welcome back any time! Have a great rest of your summer! The Kellys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Time

Very nice clean property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property!

We had a great stay! Property was great! Plenty of room and all the necessities were provided. Would definitely come back again! Fishing, pontoon, kayaks, and yard activities were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at our Cottage Jim. We were honored to be a part of your special family gathering. Please come again, we would be happy to have you! The Kellys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation!

We had 3 generations stay at the Lavender Cottage and we all loved it. Cottage was well stocked and grounds were amazing. We had fun on the pontoon and swimming at the beach on the property. We want to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We reallly love when 3 generations have the opportunity to connect with one another. It has been just amazing for our family. Glad you were able to take advantage of the extras and enjoyed your outside time. Let us know what week you are interested in 2022 :) Take care! The Kellys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week

Great property, lots of beach activities, boat rental was great. We didn’t leave the house all week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thanks for staying at the Cottage, happy to hear you enjoyed all the outdoor activities. Come back any time, we would love to have you! The Kellys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five Stars all around

We enjoyed a fantastic vacation filled with kayaking, bonfires, and fun family time. Kids loved the puzzles and books provided by our wonderful hosts and everyone had a great time playing games. Definitely recommend this spot for your next family trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect luxurious getaway

Very much enjoyed our stay. Thoughtful gifts, everything for your pet, fully stocked kitchen, ample firewood. We had an excellent stay and would recommend to anyone. Thanks Carol for being such a good host. Your property is outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
So glad you enjoyed your time at the Cottage. It was a pleasure to have you. You are welcome back any time. Happy Holidays! Carol & Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

The home is beautiful and right on the lake. We enjoyed local biking; fishing, boating, and kayaking on the lake; having our coffee and watching the birds on the porch, and making s'mores on the outdoor fire. Nice place to spend time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

The home and the grounds were immaculate. There was plenty of space for the kids to run around outside. The owners were quick to respond. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed your week at the Cottage. We really like when families have a good week together. Thank you for staying! The Kellys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful property on a beautiful lake. Fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking - all right here. Very comfortable and well appointed. Very thoughtful and considerate owners. Perfect for a fun but relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for the kind review. We are happy you enjoyed yourselves.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Fall Retreat

We felt incredibly welcome (thank you again Carol for the personal touches!) and comfortable from the moment we walked in the door. Our family loved the lake, huge yard, sauna, fireplace, fire pit, game and movie selection...the list goes on. It was a gorgeous long weekend together as a family despite some cold and rainy days. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at the Cottage. We wish your family the best! Carol & Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful well stocked jome

Kids enjoyed the small beach. Very clean with great space inside and out for all to be comfortable and happy. Lots of toys, games and lake kayaks and paddleboat. Kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thanks for staying at the Cottage. Good to her you were happy with your stay and amenities. Have a great rest of your summer! The Kelly's
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time with Family!

This was a wonderful place to watch your daughter get engaged. We have great photos with the lake as a backdrop! There were so many fun things to do. We really enjoyed the Kayaks and the Pontoon rental. The house was in great shape and the beds very comfy. 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
We are so glad your family was able to share your daughter's engagement together, really wonderful memory! Thanks for staying at the Cottage, enjoy the rest of your summer. The Kellys
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