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Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included***

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included***

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Grand Junction, MI
  • Popular LocationGreat Bear Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSaddle Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationKal Haven Trail33 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)51 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 18
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 king bed
    2 bunk beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included***

****Bonus game room being added! We are a converting our garage into a game room. It will have ping pong, shuffleboard and a few more fun games to entertain both kids and adults! Enjoy lakefront living at its best on the best lake around!

Great Bear Lake is one of the nicest all sport lakes in Southwest Michigan. With and average depth of 30 feet and a clean sandy bottom.

Boat:
Pontoon Boat will be included with your stay (5 night minimum from June-September)
Guests will be responsible to fill gas tank upon departure.(Gas cans will be provided). .

*****We will no longer be allowing renters to bring Jet Ski’s or Speedboats. The lake isn’t really ideal for Jet Skis****. We understand if this doesn’t work for some people but we don’t want to be liable for one of our families or neighbors being involved in an accident due to guests that don’t follow the laws set by DNR.

Outside:
Covered Patio with table and chairs
Ground level to a shaded flat yard 40’ down to the water.
Private walkout Beach (shaded during day and sunny in the afternoon which is great for the little ones) with sandy bottom swim area.
Additional Patio on East side of the house with grill and sitting area.

Foam Swim Pad (Lily pad) to play on.
Dock with bench seat.
6-kayaks
2-paddle boards
We have plenty of Lifejackets Sizes: baby’s - xxl
Noodles to float on

If you want to fish, please bring your own fishing gear. Fishing is great! Catch Largemouth, Perch, Northern, Bluegill, and Crappie right off of the dock.
***Ages 16+ will need a fishing license. That can be obtained online through MI DNR.***

Fire pit = There will be enough firewood to last all week (If you need more, there will be an extra $50.00 charge)
Grill= Charcoal (you will need to provide your own charcoal)

Backyard games will be available:
Bags
Bocce ball
Double ladder ball
Whiffle Balls/ bat

Beach Towels:
Please bring your own. We will have a couple "emergency" towels.

During the week, you will practically have the lake to yourselves. It’s really not that crowded on the weekend either.

Inside:
Central Heating and A/C throughout.

Free Wifi

Beds: You will have plenty places to sleep and relax. All of our beds are clean and have waterproof mattress covers on them. There are also covers on the pillows as well. Most of the beds have brand new memory foam mattresses. We have a couple regular pillow top mattresses as well. There are plenty of clean linens.

Master:
King bed (New)
Smart TV

1st Floor Bedroom:
Queen bed (New)
Smart TV

Upstairs Bedroom #1: Room is huge
King bed (New)
Full over Full Bunk bed
Twin over Full Bunk bed
Smart TV

Upstairs Bedroom #2:
King
Twin
Plenty of room for air mattress.

Main Level:
Dining Room Table (Seats 8-10)
1- Restaurant Style Wooden High Chair
Coffee bar: Has opening with stool to use as desk. Has Mini Fridge and 3 cabinets
Bar Counter (Seats 7)
Spacious Living Room with Couches/Chair TV that looks out at the lake.
There is also a table for 4 on one side of the living room. We have added another full size fridge w/freezer to the corner of this room.

Kitchen:
Full Size Fridge w/icemaker
Electric Glass top stove
Microwave
Mr Coffee 12 cup drip coffee maker. Filters provided. You will need coffee grounds.
Double Sink
Dishwasher
Full stocked kitchen (frying pans, pots, plates, utensils, etc.)

Linens and Bath Towels will be provided.

Toiletries:
Toilet Paper= 4 rolls will be supplied, You will need more.
Paper Towels= 2 rolls will be supplied. You will need more.
We have large bottles of the following in each bathroom:
Body Wash
Shampoo
Conditioner

We also have:
Pack and Play
Baby gate for stairs
Children’s books
Board Games
Cards

Grocery stores close by: Wagoner’s (Bloomingdale -5 minute drive/ this grocery store is great for little items that you need or forgot)
Wal-Mart (South Haven-20 minute drive)
Meijer (South Haven-20 minute drive)

Property manager

Chris Tamburrino

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lakehouse Living
Tambos Lakehouse Retreat
Tambo’s Lakehouse Retreat
Tambos Lakehouse Retreat Pontoon Boat Included for 2022
Tambo’s Lakehouse Retreat ***Pontoon Boat Included for 2022***

About the neighborhood

Grand Junction

Located in Grand Junction, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Michigan Flywheelers Museum and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Fun Park and Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Great Bear Lake - 1 min walk
  • Saddle Lake - 7 min drive
  • Jeptha Lake Golf Course - 7 min drive
  • Kal Haven Trail - 33 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 23 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sweet Town Bar - 8 min drive
  • Neighbors House - 18 min drive
  • Country Fare Restaurant - 15 min drive
  • Lickety Split - 19 min drive
  • Blinkers - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included*** pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included***?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included***?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Lake in Southwest MI- ***Pontoon Boat Included*** located?

Located in Grand Junction, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Saddle Lake, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Michigan Flywheelers Museum and The Fun Park. Lake Michigan and South Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for the Labor day weekend
This home has everything you need for a long holiday weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Lake Home
The house was everything as described inside and outside. Very clean and organized, with plenty of kitchen dishes and supplies, indoor games for kids, and plenty of beach toys, kayaks, and outdoor games. The AC was perfect! The beach was great for our young grandkids, and the splash pad was enjoyed by all, as well as the boat. The lake temperature was perfect for our stay. The beds, dressers, closets were very nice, and the bedroom setup worked well for our family of 12. Plenty of room in the kitchen and family room for all! Chris addressed and resolved an issue immediately, which was great, and something you don't always get with rentals. We caught many fish, bass, bluegill, and croppies. We also picked cherries which was fun. Easy drive to local restaurants, South Haven, and the Warren Dunes. We would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
The home was spotless and so well organized! Owner was very attentive and responsive to any questions that we had. The only downfall was not being able to bring our boat, but we completely understand the owner's reason for this.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
As Hoped
The property was as described and communication with the host was very easy. Would visit again. Thanks Chris!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Had a great time! Found everything we needed & things were labeled which made it very easy. We are a tall family & the stairs going up take a little adjustment but easily done. Used the north porch a lot! The dining table was great! Loved that there was plastic & glass dishes for the kids! Spent the whole time in the yard & lake! We all had a great time! Thanks Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Week on the Lake
Wow, this house does not disappoint! Chris thought of everything for a fun vacation on a peaceful lake. What you see in the pictures is what you get. The beds were comfortable, the house very nicely decorated, and the outdoor space was awesome! Plenty for everyone to do. We loved that there was a large yard for when the days were cooler, and we made really good use of the kayaks and paddle boards. Chris has put a lot of thought and care into this rental and it shows. We didn't have any problems, but if we did, he was super easy to communicate with. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you might need is there for you.
It was a great time for all the family. The kids enjoyed playing on the beach and swimming. They enjoyed sitting on the dock and fishing as well. For the couple of rainy mornings it was nice to sit on the covered patio and look out on the lake. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Low traffic lake, good fishing, great for the kids
Chris was great to work with. Informative, quick responsiveness. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Gathering House
Newly renovated, clean, vacation home. Lots of watercraft (pedal boats, kayaks, stand up paddle boards). Large tables inside and outside are perfect for large groups. Fire pit with included wood great for s'mores. A few weeds in the sandy entry to the lake, but great sandy beach area with lots of chairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
We had an amazing time staying at this lake cottage. The house was clean, comfortable, designed to promote gatherings and easy to navigate due to the extremely thoughtful and clear organization of the host. House offers plenty of activities, both indoor and outdoor, to keep everyone of all ages entertained. Hosts truly thought of every last detail when renovating this cottage. The lake is beautiful, calm and we had it mostly to ourselves the week we were there. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed our daily paddle boarding, kayaking, boat rides or relaxing under the trees by the water. Chris and Julie were amazing hosts, very responsive and helpful with any questions we had during our stay. It is obvious that they genuinely care and want to provide you with the best experience possible. It was our first family vacation and could not have asked for a better trip! We made so many unforgettable memories. Our kids loved this house so much, they started calling it “home” and pleaded that we never leave. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021