Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing
Welcome to our beautiful, fully updated 5 bedroom home on the gorgeous, private Sweet Lake in SW Michigan! The house sits on a large, secluded lot, with two piers and plenty of indoor and outdoor space. You can relax, swim, fish, or enjoy the lake with our kayaks, paddle boards, row and paddle boats in the summer, or you can ski, snowmobile, or ice fish in the winter. The home is conveniently located about 5 min from Gobles, 10 min to Allegan, 25 min to the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan, 35 minutes to Saugatuck. Bittersweet and Timber Ridge Ski resorts are 15 min away.
The house offers plenty of room for a great family vacation where you can spend time on the water, visit the beach towns on Lake Michigan, or ski the nearby ski resorts! The entire home was completely remodeled in 2023 and with 5 bedrooms can comfortably sleep 10+ people. You are close to many Lake Michigan beach towns, multiple wineries, golf courses, hiking, skiing, snowmobile trials, and many local attractions! Sweet Lake is private, very peaceful and quiet (even on the busiest days of the year), and is known for its great fishing.
Guests can use four bikes, a rowboat, a paddle boat, 2 kayaks, and 2 paddle boards (available May - October). From our two docks, you can swim, launch your kayak/paddle board, or fish! We have a swim raft on the lake and a game room in the garage (ping pong table, foosball table, etc.). Outside we have a grill, outdoor chairs/furniture, and a fire pit with seating. Sweet Lake has great fishing, and you can catch fish right off the docks (bass, perch, catfish, pike, bluegill, etc.). All guests accept the risks of using the swim raft, water toys and devices, walking on the docks, and being directly on the water. All children MUST be supervised when in the backyard, near, or in the water. The owners will not be held responsible in any way for accidents that may occur.
The lake is also very beautiful in the fall and winter months! Come, relax and enjoy the views or use the house as your ski base (we offer ski storage in the garage)! There are two ski areas within 10-15 minutes drive from the house - Bittersweet and Timber Ridge Ski Resorts. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking is available at the Kal-Haven trail state park (less than 10 minutes away). Several other state parks (Van Buren Trial and Wolf Tree Nature Trails) are also nearby. You can also come for ice fishing (we can't guarantee when the lake will be frozen).
The entrance of the home leads you to a large living/kitchen area with ample seating and 55” TV. The fully updated kitchen is large and open, and stocked with everything that you need to prepare a meal. You can dine on the kitchen island or have a family dinner and the large dining room table in the adjacent family room. The kitchen connects to a massive family/dining room that has beautiful views of the lake. You can relax on the comfortable seating furniture with another 55” TV, enjoy the lake view, or have a meal at the dining table.
All five (5) bedrooms are all beautifully decorated and have brand new memory foam mattresses for a great night sleep. The master suite and the second bedroom have king beds, third and fourth bedrooms have queens with an additional twin bed, and the fifth bedroom has two twin beds. The two bedrooms on the lower level are connected. The home has 2.5 completely updated bathrooms (one on the lower level). If you need to do laundry, we have a washer/dryer in the laundry room.
The deck off the family room faces the water and provides a great setting to capture all four seasons at the lake. The unobstructed water views are spectacular, and you can even enjoy them while grilling dinner on our Weber grill. From the house, you just walk to the large lake-side deck, the fire pit area, and two docks, to enjoy the lake with friends and family! The house has a central air/heat and a gas generator.
If you're looking for a great lake home that has all modern conveniences, beautiful views, and will give you the comfort of home, we'd love to host you and your family!
- Secluded private lake with great fishing (catch tons of fish directly from the docks) - 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, row boat, pedal boat included - Game room with ping pong and foosball tables - Stocked coffee/tea station - High-Speed Internet - 2 Smart TVs - Central Air/Heat throughout the home - Fully stocked kitchen, outdoor gas grill - Large lakefront deck, two piers, firepit
Please note that no parties, loud noise, etc. are allowed at the property. This is a township quiet hours ordinance 10 pm - 8 am. We have neighbors and we ask our guests to respect them. The neighbors will call the police and the guests will be asked to leave if the noise ordinance is violated.
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No parties, loud noise, music, etc. after 10 pm based on county ordinance for quiet hours. Guests will be asked to leave if the rules are violated!
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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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Gobles
Located in Gobles, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Griswold Auditorium and Regent Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cheshire Hills Golf Course and Shamrock Hills Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Breedsville Park and Brookside Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Neighbors House - 11 min drive
The Grill House Restaurant - 16 min drive
Chelsea's - 19 min drive
Timber Ridge - 20 min drive
Snowshoe Bar - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing on 20 May 2026 start from AU$709, 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 Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sweet Lake House! Updated 5BR Lake Home, Close to Lake Michigan, Beaches, Skiing located?
This Gobles holiday home is on the beach, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Cheshire Hills Golf Course, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shamrock Hills Golf Club and Great Bear Lake. Osgood Lake and Long Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved our stay! It was perfect place for three generations to gather. Host was great to communicate with. We had everything we needed.
S G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2026
Thanks again for staying with us! We are happy to hear that your family enjoyed the space at our home as much as we do. We look forward to having you back in the summer!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There was plenty of room for our party of 9. The owner had great communication and the home was well stocked. It was very clean and updated. We would love to come back another time!
Kristin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2026
Happy to hear that you enjoying the house and everything that we offer. We look forward to having you back!
This was our second time to stay here for a ski weekend. We love the location and the cozy, clean house that has plenty of space for two families of four. Ivan is so accommodating and always makes us feel welcome. Our kids can’t wait for next year’s ski trip!
Karen E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thank you, Karen. We are very happy to hear that you enjoy the house and everything it offers as much as we do. We look forward to having you baxk soon!
Great giveaway house from the city with the family. Lake was warm and stay was comfy and fun.
Olga R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thanks for staying with us! Its great to hear that you enjoying the lake and all the amenities and fun toys that we can offer our guests. We look forward to having you back soon!
An idyllic setting enabling lake activities for all age groups. Indoors provided plenty of space and privacy for us nine adults. Although we made one trip to Kalamazoo, which included a stop at Bell’s for “Two Hearted”, a favorite beer,and to Trader Joe for groceries, we mainly had home-cooked dinners in the well-suppled kitchen. A great location!
Roberta S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Happy to hear that you enjoyed the house and the lake amenities. We look forward to having you back.
My family and I had a great weekend staying at the house… lots of fishing the kids enjoyed the outside toys the house was really cozy the neighbors were friendly and welcoming the area was very quite and peaceful.. the house was very clean and homey. A nice place for a weekend get away
We had a wonderful stay - nice, clean property with good amenities. The home has a wonderful view of the lake, and feels very cozy and peaceful. Would definitely recommend!
Dylan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2024
It is great to hear that you enjoyed the updates of our home and the great lake views! We look forward to having you back soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fay
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely house to stay at. The setting was very nice and the home was just what we needed. A very quiet setting.
Easiest check in. Spacious. Open concept. Good lake toys. Two docks to fish from. Caught a couple dozen fish from the piers, crappie, blue gill, catfish, small and large bass. Ping pong table and fire pit area was well located. Only recommendation would be new gas grill and charcoal grill out by the docks. Lake was beautiful and super quiet.
Daniel K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Happy to hear that you enjoyed the updated house, the lake toys, and the great fishing that Sweet Lake differs. We hope to see you again soon!
Property is lovely, inside and out! Quiet neighborhood, quiet private lake. Host is responsive and helpful. We had a party of 7 and there was plenty of room for everyone. One thing to be aware of (which was not an issue for us), is that the two downstairs bedrooms are connected. You need to go through one to get to the second. The 2 full baths are on the main floor and there is a half bath downstairs by the other two bedrooms.The lake is very clean and the deck by the water has ample seating. This is a great location for swimming and boating with standing paddleboards, paddleboat and kayaks available. We had a great time!
Pat
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the lake, all the watwr toys that we offer, and tou had a great time with your family! We look forward to having you back soon.
This house was exactly as described and very clean inside!! It had everything we needed and communication with Ivan was prompt and easy. Thanks so much!! We enjoyed our stay!
Kendyl V.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2024
Thank you for staying with us! We are happy to have you back soon!
This house was perfect. The deck and the lake are all you need to relax and unwind. If we ever get back that way i would love to rent this house again. Owner went above and beyond for us. Much appreciated. Great house. Great owner.
Stephen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024
Thank you Stephen! We are happy that you enjoyed the beautiful lake and the house!
Our family gathered at the Sweet Lake House for a reunion and we had a great time. The house was comfortable and clean. Attention to detail was apparent with a well equipped kitchen, decorations, and furnishings. There was plenty of living space both inside and out. With five young children, our time was mostly spent by the water. The deck by the water was a perfect spot to gather with ample furniture and partial to full shade most of the day. We really enjoyed using the kayaks, paddle boat, paddle boards, and floaties. There are some life jackets available as well. The lake is beautiful and quiet and we observed a variety of wild life. The kids also had a great time fishing from the dock. We took trips South Haven to go to the beach, to pick blueberries, and to see the dinosaur display at WMU. Our host was proactive and thorough with communication and responded quickly to questions. All in all, a memorable and wonderful vacation stay at Sweet Lake.
RICK S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful lake, our lake toys, and the house! We look forward to having you back soon!
When me and my group were looking for a home to stay at we wanted to find something nice and spacious for our group of eleven. When we arrived at Ivans property it was just as described in the listing! It was a beautiful lake front property with all the space you need to have a great stay. The property was well taken care of, and was very nicely decorated! If you are looking for a great getaway this is the place! The host was very helpful and responsive during our stay! Our group had a blast!
Jakub G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2024
Thank you, Jakub! Let us know when you want to come back, we are happy to host you again!
This was the perfect house for our first trip to ski in Michigan. We went to Bittersweet and Timber Ridge which were both within 20 minutes. Ivan was a terrific host and was extremely accommodating with the very dramatic and unpredictable weather conditions. We're glad we didn't have to cancel and would stay again! Clean, firm mattresses, and beautiful setting. We had everything we needed.
Karen E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying with us and for battling the weather. At least that made for great skiing.
My husband and I stayed here with our four kids ages 13-20. The house is beautiful and clean and had everything we needed . We enjoyed the lake and the boats as well. A grocery store was nearby and it was about a 30 min drive to the beach and downtown south haven. Pretty bad cell phone service in the area but the house has great WiFi.
Shoshana F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We are happy that you enjoyed the house and the lake! Unless you have Verizon, cell service can be spotty sometimes, but our great WiFi makes up for it.
We loved the house and the lake. The house worked well for our group of 7 adults and 3 kids. It’s cute and very well decorated. The bedrooms were small-ish but stylish and functional. The kitchen isn’t huge but worked well enough, especially with the grill and pantry closet nearby. The back family / dining area is a nice big space with great views. My only complaints about the house are that the walls are thin, and I would have liked a top sheet or duvet cover rather than just a blanket for sleeping. The game room garage was entertaining - we played a lot of ping pong. The deck down by the lake is fantastic! And it was great having so many water toys to use. We loved the kayaks, paddleboards, and paddleboat. (There seemed to be a small leak in the rowboat so we only used that once.)The lake was really quiet, with good swimming off the raft. My family did a lot of fishing, and we enjoyed watching the turtles and muskrats. The kids loved the Klassic Arcade in Gobles on the rainy day, and I liked exploring downtown Allegan (good coffee, and a cute Thursday morning farmers market where we got some great sweet corn and cherries).Overall, we had a really great stay!
Nicole Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
We are happy to hearcyhat you enjoyed the spacious house, the lake toys, and our game room! The towns around are definitely worth exploring. We look forward to having you back soon!
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