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Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.

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A calm lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a large island. There is a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.
A lakeside property with a dock, a covered seating area, and a house with a balcony overlooking the water.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view of the water.
A waterfront property with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Newaygo, MI
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Andel Arena
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Downtown Market
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Level

Soap · Toilet

Master Bath - En Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.

Relax, you’re at the lake now. One step into this home and the fresh lake breeze and expansive views will immediately put you at peace. Great for single family, couples getaway, or small friend group gathering. Perfect vacation home for all four seasons. We’ve lovingly owned this home for nearly 50 years and have recently remodeled and updated it. Located on one of the best spots on Brooks Lake! Light, bright and spacious with two living rooms, and two decks with stunning lake views. Private sandy beach and dock. Shallow, sandy swimming area. Boat launch nearby if you desire to bring your boat. Or rent our pontoon to cruise the lake. The charming town of Newaygo is less than ten minutes drive. Sleeps 6 privately. Central Heat/AC. Kayak. BBQ Grill. Outdoor tables/umbrellas. Parking for 4-6 vehicles. Please note: This property sets on a hillside and encompasses four levels from garage to beach. Access to each level is by stair. You cannot access the main level of the home without traveling on stairs. Sorry, not handicapped accessible.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please flush toilet paper only in the toilets. No wipes. No feminine products. No paper towels. Sensitive septic system.
If you need to clean up a mess on the floors, please use water only on the floors. No chemicals. No bleach. No vinegar.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3779497vb
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

About the area

Newaygo

Located in Newaygo, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pilgrim's Run Golf Club and Waters Edge 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Brooks Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 42 min drive - 65.5 km
  • Van Andel Arena - 44 min drive - 69.6 km
  • Downtown Market - 45 min drive - 70.4 km
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 47 min drive - 73.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smuggler's At North Shore - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available. on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,010, 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 Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 4 season, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, private beach. AC. Pontoon available. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Brooks Lake. Hess Lake is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable and relaxing stay. The house is spacious and has terrific views of Brooks Lake. We will definitely consider visiting in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was more beautiful in person. The hosts Jennifer and Ryan were great at responding to my questions so quickly and super accommodating!! I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!! So clean. Perfect for our group with the 2 living rooms: allowed for some people to have quiet time while others played games. Having the boat was a great addition. Super clean great value highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is very clean and very well equipped for a relaxing waterfront vacation. The host responded very quickly to any questions that I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Clean, well appointed home with beautiful views. Also enjoyed the pontoon rides. Fishing off the dock was a plus for our granddaughter who, with her dad's help, landed a 17 in largemouth bass. Host communication was excellent. Garage a plus. Lots of stairs, so not the best for aging guests or physically challenged. Location was great, lots of towns to explore with many restaurants venues. Great overall experience, just what we needed to relive our fond michigan lake memories.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was lovely. Neighbors were quiet and nice. Had everything you needed. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, beautiful view and easy to work with. 100% recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with responsive hosts. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Brooks Beach House! It was a great home base for exploring Newaygo and nearby towns while still being a quiet, peaceful place to come back to and relax. The house was very clean, comfortable, and well cared for, with beautiful views that made the stay even more special.We really appreciated all the extra amenities and especially loved having several coffee brewing options to choose from each morning. It was those little touches that made our stay even more enjoyable.The host was great to work with and communicated everything clearly from start to finish. We’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in the Newaygo area, and we’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased with our stay. House was extremely cleaned and has a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. Our family truly enjoyed the visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family. The location is stunning, it is clean, and the host was great to communicate with. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake stay

Loved being on the lake great to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, clean, comfy, kitchen fully stocked with every appliance needed. Loved they provided beach towels
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, clean, met all our needs

We had a great stay for our annual training/retreat with staff here and their other house down the street. It was clean and met all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully stocked. House was very clean and inviting. Host were very friendly and communicative. Great property location, will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So nice!

The place was idyllic and beautiful for such a relaxing and restful stay for my mom and I. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Clean and beautiful property, Host was nice and responded quickly to any questions. Wife and i loved our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the host's prompt and attentive communication. Love this property, as well. The views and location are beautiful! We loved it so much last year that we came back this year. One thing that was disappointing this year, though, was the cleanliness. Last year, it was spotless! I'm a clean freak and I was impressed. This year, several places in the house were unfavorable and dampened the vibe of my stay. Other than that, I would highly recommend staying at this lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Hi Michelle! Thanks for your review and comments! So sorry it wasn't as clean as it was last year. We'd love to know what areas needed improvement so this doesn't happen in the future. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

We had a great time on the lake, the house is always clean and very inviting to guests, this is our second time staying here and we would definitely stay again in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Consistent

This is our second time staying at this property and it was just as fantastic as the first time, we absolutely love the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thank you so much! We love having you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake Brooks Home

The listing is very accurate and the owners are easy to get in contact with. There is plenty of room and the views are amazing! Definitely a wonderful beach house to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Newaygo Vacation

Our family of 5 had a wonderful time at this home. The lake was gorgeous and the home was more than comfortable for our large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a gem of a house! Extremely clean, well appointed, and literally ALL the little things to make for a comfortable and relaxing stay. We rented the pontoon and explored the lake, did a little fishing, and enjoyed the sunsets. Our little family will be back to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay the house was clean and well stocked with all the needed kitchen supplies for the cooks of our group. We loved the beach area and playing in the water. I do have to admit all the stairs were a little rough for this 50 group but overall, we had a great time exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ryan & Jennifer Dornbush

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Brooks Lake House is more than just a rental property... it's a very special home to Jennifer & Ryan. Jennifer grew up in Newaygo not far from Brooks Lake. Ryan grew up coming to Brooks Lake every summer, staying at this very property when it was just a quaint cottage. When they started dating in college, it was this property they came to over and over to hang out at the lake as their relationship took root.

Twenty years ago they bought Brooks Lodge (just 2 houses down) and have been hosting large groups there since that time. Now the smaller family lake home has been passed down to them. They enjoy it as their own vacation getaway, but have also opened it up to share with others who want to take some time to refresh and recharge at the lake. They love hosting people domestically and abroad and sharing this special area of the country with them. It's especially rewarding to them when they hear stories from guests who have made lifelong memories with family and friends at a place that has been so special to them all their lives. Ryan and Jennifer have lived and traveled many places over the decades, but it's true what they say.... there's no place like home.

Why they chose this property

Brooks Lake House is situated on a private drive in a quiet neighborhood with both year round and seasonal residents. Neighbors are friendly and kind. They seek to know one another and look out for each other. No matter the season, you will often find residents out for walks and getting to know one another. During the summer, the neighborhood is filled with residents, and feels active, but never busy. Fall months see a good amount of weekend activity and the fall foliage is breathtaking. Winter and spring you'll find there's more solitude. There's nothing like a silent snowfall on the lake. During this time of year round residents still hum about with their daily lives, so you never feel completely alone. Anytime of the year you need a respite, Brooks Lake House is here for you.

What makes this property unique

Brooks Lake House has one of the more expansive views of the lake. Whether you're on the sofa, enjoying coffee outside on the upper deck, or relaxing on the beach, you can't help but be engulfed in a view of water and sky that envelops you with a settling peace. Life slows down. Problems come into focus. A little time here gives clarity to what really matters in life. Yes, it's that good. Trust us, we've been spending time here for over 30 years.

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