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The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan

Family-friendly lodge in Newaygo

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The Old Dam Inn is located on a wide channel leading to four beautiful lakes.
Fall colors along the Penoyer Creek Channel as seen from The Old Dam Inn.
Emerald Lake from the bridge at The Old Dam Inn. Great spot for group photos.
Front of The Inn, with large enclosed porch. Private boat launch 50 feet away.
The Old Dam Inn is located on a quiet cul-de-sac with privacy for your group.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$1,540
avg per night

Explore the area

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Newaygo, MI
  • Place, Emerald Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pickerel Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sylvan Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Inner Sanctum

1 Double Bed

Lava Lounge

2 Double Futons

Newt's Nook

1 Double Bed

Raptor's Roost

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Sunrise

1 Double Bed

Sunset

1 Double Bed

The Crow's Nest

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

White-tail Point

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Common Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Private Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Common Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Private Bathroom 1

Toilet

Second Floor Private Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$1,540
avg per night

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About the area

Newaygo

Located in Newaygo, this lodge is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Waters Edge Golf Club and Hardy Dam County Marina 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 Emerald Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kimball Lake - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Crystal Lake - 21 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smuggler's At North Shore - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan

NOTES: We require the home address and drivers license number of potential guests before approving reservation requests. There is one security camera in use that shows the parking lot only. This camera, which may be recorded, is used by the host to confirm guest departures so that cleaning services can be initiated.

The Old Dam Inn is a great historic vacation spot for families that love the outdoors! Enjoy 300 feet of frontage on the Penoyer Creek Channel plus direct boat access to four beautiful lakes totaling 650 acres. With eight bedrooms and five baths (three in private suites), you'll have plenty of room to stretch out and relax.

Central air conditioning was installed in May of 2018. Six of the eight bedrooms also have large ceiling fans. A whole-house standby generator was added in 2023.

Easily accommodates 20-25 overnight guests with privacy. Private, wooded setting in the Manistee National Forest. Commercial style kitchen with two ranges, two refrigerators, two ceiling fans and two dishwashers. All cookware, utensils, paper products and linens provided - just bring your toys and your treats. Parking on-site for up to 20 vehicles, including room for several boat trailers.

Two large covered porches, washer/dryer, fire pit, BBQ/Smoker, 36 inch flat top griddle. Two paddle boats, a two person kayak and three-person rowboat are included (seating for thirteen people). Only three miles by car to the Mighty Muskegon River for excellent Trout, Salmon and Steelhead fishing.

Close to cities of Newaygo and Fremont for fun shopping and dining. Many other lakes and rivers also in the area. Travel time from Chicago is about 4.5 hours and 3.5 hours from metro Detroit. We are less than an hour from Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan.

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. EST and Check-out time is 11:00 a.m. Early Check-in and late Check-out may be available depending on adjacent booking schedules. Much more detail can be seen by clicking on the "Links & Video" section of this listing.

Unfortunately, VRBO prohibits us from showing you any floor plans for The Old Dam Inn. We apologize for this inconvenience.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Well behaved kids always welcome.
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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
Thank you for smoking only outside of the home.
We do not host weddings, receptions, bachelor/bachelorette parties, high school/college student groups under 25 years of age, or similar gatherings.
Prior to approving reservation requests we require the guest to provide their home address and drivers license number.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Old Dam Inn - A Spacious Waterfront Retreat in Northwestern Michigan located?

This family-friendly Newaygo lodge is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Emerald Lake and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Pickerel Lake and Foster Park are also within 15 minutes.