Set at the waterfront, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. Enjoy lake views and make use of the patio for outdoor gatherings. Engage in activities like hiking, biking, motorboating, and fishing, while also exploring nearby attractions such as Forever Curious Children's Museum and Hutchins Lake. The property welcomes pets.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Sledding nearby
A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Pullman, MI
Upper Scott Lake
Place, Upper Scott Lake
5 min walk
Lower Scott Lake
Place, Lower Scott Lake
8 min walk
South Beach
Place, South Beach
24 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
Only 2.5 hours from Chicago or Detroit, this quiet lakefront year-round retreat on Upper Scott Lake offers the perfect setting for a family or group of friends looking to relax, play, and reconnect in an idyllic setting. This large 3 bedroom/2 bath home on 2 wooded acres is bright and airy and is tastefully decorated in a Country French theme. Enjoy stunning views of the lake and beautifully landscaped yard from a comfortable chair in the large great room or from the huge deck under the massive old oak trees, and watch the sun rise on the water from the pier. In the evenings enjoy a campfire and the star-filled night sky at the lakefront fire pit. The large family room on the lower level is perfect for watching movies or playing games, and the sun room provides a quiet place to curl up and read a book or write in your journal. The fully equipped kitchen is designed for casual cooking or preparing gourmet meals as it is equipped with an all new stainless steel double oven and 5 burner gas range, microwave, large refrigerator, and dishwasher. Dine at the large antique French table that seats 8, on the screened- in porch, or "al fresco" at the large custom built country table on the spacious deck overlooking the grounds and lake. This is truly a four-season retreat: it is equally beautiful as the new growth emerges in the spring, in full summer splendor, as the colors change in fall, and the quiet snow covers the ground in winter. This is a smoke-free home so your cooperation is appreciated and expected. Weekly rates are for 7 nights. Check-in is Saturday at 3 pm, check-out is Saturday at 11 am.
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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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Pullman
Located in Pullman, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Griswold Auditorium and Regent Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Black River Nature Sanctuary. Breedsville Park and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Is Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster?
As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster on 31 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,062, 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 Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Idyllic Lakefront Retreat--The French Rooster located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Upper Scott Lake and Lower Scott Lake. Swan Lake and Schermerhorn Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location on a beautiful lake. Master bedroom didn't have windows blinds, but there is ample tree cover. The beds could use new pillows, but overall a great place for a large family or small group. Easily located near South Haven and Saugatuck.
Nice and beautiful Lake front view with pier. Cozy outdoorsy vibe. Great city escape or weekend getaway. Close to all major towns like South Haven, Saugatuck, and Holland. Big and ROOMY! Great for family fun.
This property met all our needs for a girls week! The house was clean, comfortable and had beautiful lake views. The kitchen was so well equipped as were the bathrooms! This property was located close to South Haven, Michigan and several other towns near Lake Michigan! Communication was easy and any issues we had were addressed and taken care of right away. I would highly recommend this property for a relaxing and scenic stay.
The property was very clean and comfortable. There is plenty of space both indoors and outdoors to enjoy time with family and friends. We had excellent communication with the owner and they made check in an check out very easy. There are steps up to the home and once inside, there are steps up to the bedrooms and bathrooms. If mobility is an issue, just be aware of this. The area is lovely and quiet.
Overall it's a great place to stay. It has well water which kinda caught my adult children off guard, but it didn't take away from our enjoyment of the property.
Absolutely relaxing stay in a beautiful updated home on a gorgeous lake with lots of fishing & swimming opportunity in very close proximity to excellent west Michigan summer towns! This was the best vacation we have taken!
A very nice home and great getaway in a small town. Far enough away that it is quiet and peaceful but not so far away that there's still much to do nearby in surrounding cities
This lake house was full of charm and the location beautiful. Due to hot humid weather we were only ably to enjoy the deck one day, however the abundant windows brought the view right inside. The kitchen was the most fully stocked I’ve encountered in the many vacation houses I’ve rented. The beds were very comfortable. I would highly recommend.
Our stay was really awesome! We loved the house and the location which was peaceful and quiet. The house has a great kitchen and comfortable beds. It is surrounded by trees so it is nicely shaded and stays breezy even when the weather gets hot. The sun room was super cozy, and the basement Tv room was a nice surprise, we loved it.
Also, Jill was super responsive and always available.
Highly recommend this house for a nice and calm getaway !
First time we’ve stayed here in the winter but it was just peaceful (actually more so) and nearly as beautiful. Sunrises and sunsets over the lake, when we could see it but we had a great stay as always.
The home is beautiful and spacious and pet friendly, which means we don’t have to board our baby. Jill, as always, was helpful and responsive.
We love this place and look forward to our next stay.
This house is clean and spacious with comfortable furniture and beds. Great kitchen with ample seating inside and on porch. Lovely view of the lake and very wooded outside. The only criticism I have is that there was no cable tv as stated on the website and the WiFi was hit and miss. Otherwise a beautiful home and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and are truly sorry that the DirectTV was not available due to a service outage with their equipment. It has been repaired and should not be an issue in the future Also, we find that the internet works best in the great room area (kitchen, dining, living room) as that is where the router is located. We will look into improving the router. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope you will visit again!
What a beautiful property. We had a wonderful stay.
If there is anything I’d suggest, it would be to perhaps update the sofa/chair upholstery in the main room, add a Smart TV in the basement and refurbish the dock to allow for sitting/relaxation.
The property is close to Fennville (Crane’s Pie Pantry, Fenn Valley Vineyard), Saugatuck (Oval Beach and plenty of shopping), Douglas (Summerhouse Lavender Farm) and Holland (Apothecary Gift Shop, Boatwerks restaurant) which is a big plus.
BUT, it’s far enough away to get away from the crowds.
Beautiful house with lots of space. Great kitchen that was well stocked. My kids loved swimming and fishing off of the dock. This house would not be ideal for young kids as it has many beautiful and fragile things that made me nervous around my rambunctious 4 year old. Make sure you leave plenty of time on your last day to complete the extensive clean list you have to do before you leave.
I stayed at “The Rooster” last July/August for 4+ weeks. It was a great home base to explore the area. Sat on the dock every morning with my coffee watching a Bald Eagle catching fish. The evening dock time was perfect for watching the stars.
I enjoyed watching multiple families enjoying the lake on their boats.
Saugatuck and South Haven were great tourist destinations.
Sunset cruise out of Saugatuck is a must.
Hit the Dutch Farm market up the road a couple miles. Fresh produce and baked goods were amazing.
Saw a Hognose Snake the first day. That was cool.
Positives
The property was beautiful with large shade trees and view of the lake from the house and patio. Quaintly decorated with French-themed country house. Fully equipped with everything one would need to cook and entertain a group of guests.
Negatives
The entire home needs a deep cleaning inside and out (especially the cobweb-filled windows and the kitchen). The refrigerator leaked constantly onto the kitchen floor. Deck chairs were dirty and old…need to be replaced.
Beds were supposed to be queen sized but were full-size…disappointing
The house layout is lovely. Beautiful floors.
Lake view- it’s a pretty lake but really not a lake to get into. Mushy ground and lots of seaweed. Dock isn’t great. No easy access if one wanted to kayak or board. Thank God a beach was 20 minutes away.
This house is in the woods too. Nothing really around. There is a dollar store thankfully! Bring plenty of bottled water!! The house has a well and septic system. The water is AWFUL!!! it smells SO bad!! Rotten eggs! Get a bag of ice and a case of water to start the stay!
The furniture needs a really good update. Very darlin to look at- back breaking to sit in. Beds thankfully are decent and linens nice.
Overall the view, porches and layout of the house are the highlights. TV didn’t work. WiFi is really slow- water is bad!!
We stayed at the French Rooster this July, 2024. The home was very clean and the bedroom set up met our needs. We enjoyed that there was plenty of space to have privacy when needed. The screened-in porch and the extra sitting room by the bedrooms were great places to enjoy our time. The home is very remote and wooded which allowed for peace and quiet! Kitchen utensils and dinner/cook ware were sufficient, as were the provided paper products. We didn't have any trouble with the internet. The TV is in the lower level, and we never watched it. A bit of out of sight/out of mind. This allowed us GREAT conversation time and unplugging. We did agree that the lighting in the main area was not great for reading, even when sitting next to the table lamp. The couches and chairs were a little mushy, but they were comfortable. Beds were firm and comfortable. Disappointed in the access to the lake, the dock had no steps into the water, there wasn't a beach and the water's edge was murky and weedy, so couldn't just wade in. But, we're older, so this wasn't a big deal to us. Overall, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Bethany M.
28 June 2026
Liked: Location
Nice, clean lake house with a lot of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
About the host
Hosted by Jill
Why they chose this property
Peaceful location, well appointed home on quiet lake. Great getaway from our busy lives.