Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Check out the area

New Era, MI

Stony Lake1 min walk
Electric Forest16 min drive
Gold Rush Water Park16 min drive
Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Common area 1

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Experience:
You'll enter a whole new world the moment you turn off the main road as you travel down a pine tree lined road until you descend down a drive to your cottage away from home.
Make forever memories at all-sport Stony Lake, MI. Hope Floats is your perfect getaway for fishing, golfing, boating, exploring local wineries, breweries, hobby and dairy farms. Come to relax and recharge at this secluded cottage with access to the lake and dock--launch your own boat at the public boat launch.

Enjoy the following activities in the local area:
Lake Michigan
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
Stony Lake Stables
Country Dairy
Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Michigan's Adventure
Double JJ Resort and Golf Course
Multiple golf courses
Chartered fishing opportunities
Wineries and breweries

The Property:
Hope Floats is approximately a 2,200 square foot cottage that has remained in the same family since the 1950s. Over the years a second story was added, doubling the space, and a large garage was built (we are open to renting the garage for an additional fee).

There are four private bedrooms, an open kitchen, dining, and living room. The laundry room is perfect for washing and drying your clothes after a long day of playing. The upstairs has two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large common space for additional sleeping quarters, playing games, and watching good movies.

Hope Floats is surrounded by large trees that provide ample amount of shade and privacy. It is a short walk to the water and dock. The property between the cottage and water is an easement with adjacent neighbors. The easement can be used for overflow parking, throwing a football, and taking in the sun.

Additional Amenities include -
Microwave
Oven
Full refrigerator
4-burner range
Games
Screened in porch
Full laundry room with washer and dryer
55” screen smart RokuTV
Fiber Internet
Gas Grill
Outdoor gas fire pit

Hope Floats looks forward to making your stay comfortable and memorable.

Please note: We have a Ring security system on the garage of the property which allows us to ensure the safety and security of the property.

Property manager

Joe Byker Chris Mulder

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Respect neighbor's property

Fireplace cannot be used.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

New Era

Located in New Era, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm and Gold Rush Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Era, MI

What's nearby

Stony Lake - 1 min walk
Silver Lake State Park - 16 min drive
Electric Forest - 16 min drive
Gold Rush Water Park - 16 min drive
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 21 min drive

Getting around

Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

Country Dairy - 12 min drive
Stony Lake Inn - 4 min drive
Cellar 36 - 6 min drive
Plan B Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
Stony Lake Cafe Store Shelby - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hope Floats Cottage on Stony Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Stony Lake and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Michigan. Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm and Country Dairy are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

sandy p.

26 Sept 2023

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

overall the property was very nice and pleasant

We were staying for the week because my granddaughter's wedding was taking place at the Heritage Barn. We were in and out most of the days with wedding events. We were please with the condition of the home except for several stains on the carpet and a molding was broken off but other than that it was great. I, as a crafter, appreciated all the cross stitch pictures that were hanging on the walls. Thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate J., Ada, Michigan

2 Aug 2023

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

Great Owners/Cottage

Hope Floats is a great cottage. It was clean and spacious and comfortable with all the amenities. It is definitely a place to keep going back to! The owners were very easy to communicate with and immediately answered any and all questions we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

12 July 2023

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

Local family getaway

Local family getaway, the house was great and very clean. Owners were easy to contact and had no crazy expectations. We were expecting to coming in and and nothing and the house was stocked with the toilet paper, paper towel and some cleaning supplies. We were a little worried about not having central air but the house is shaded and gets a nice breeze off the lake. The only thing that I wish would have been noted was that the house doesn’t really have a nice beach access as we thought the house was closer to the beach like the houses directly in front of it. Other than that we had a great time and would recommend to others

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joe Byker Chris Mulder

Things in life typically evolve, and Stony Lake is no different in that respect. During the 1800s, the Stony Lake area was harvested for its timber; then in the 1900s it transformed into a summer playground and retreat for campers and families while still maintaining its commercial free charm to this day.

Stony Lake’s 200 acre lake is miniscule compared to the 86 billion acres of water on this earth, but those 200 acres are extremely special for a lot of reasons. Some of us have been visiting Stony Lake for the last forty-four years, others for less than that, but regardless of how long we have been affiliated with Stony Lake, we keep returning, year after year, and this is why:

Why they chose this property

We don’t use this loosely, but Stony Lake is a little heaven on earth for the following reasons–1. It’s not Washington D.C (enough said), 2. we’re not sure if there is traffic in heaven, but there definitely isn’t traffic around Stony Lake, 3. the loudest sound is the occasional powered parachute and we’re good with that, 4. kids and parents can generally be free from modern day trappings, 5. It is safe. 6. very strong sense of community ranging from local faith organizations to the Stony Lake Property Owners Association’s fishing tournaments, boat parades, ice cream socials, picnics, sail boat races, and possibly an annual pickleball tournament in the future, 7. Multi-sport lake–fishing, duck hunting, wake-boarding to stand up paddle boarding, and even ice skating when safe; and when the cottage turns into “hunt camp,” 8. Driving distance to breweries, wineries, horseback riding, amusement parks, and sand dunes, 9. Tubing down Stony Lake channel to The Oval 10. The people of Oceana County.

What makes this property unique

There is no better place to learn about the beauty of our exceptional planet, how to hook a fish, harness the wind, water ski behind a speedboat, how to roast a marshmallow, dream big while watching shooting stars, and having the time to dig into a good book. What is less considered is the multi-generational learning that happens at a place like the cottage. In many cases, a cottage draws multiple generations, a place where both grandparents, their children, and grandchildren can find general harmony. It is a place where the older generations teach the younger generation to explore and learn. It is a place where the older generation can tell stories without being pushy and there is actually time to listen, and learn. In essence, a cottage typically is a safe place that encourages multi-generational learning.