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Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge!

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A building with a glass enclosure overlooking a body of water, with sunlight streaming through the windows. - Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge! (Alto)
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A lakeside view with a sandy beach, kayaks, and a building. - Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge! (Alto)
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Consider a stay at Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge! and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, kayaking and boating at this cottage. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge!

  • Escape to nature, unplug, and make memories that will last a lifetime at the Hemingway Lodge! This updated camp style home transports you into serenity with:

    - Breathtaking waterfront views
    - Large private beach
    - Kayaks
    - Paddle boat
    - Beach bonfire pit
    - Screened-in porch
    - Boat launch (no motor/no wake lake)
    - Fishing & Ice Shanty
    - Arcade game
    - Retro VHS w/ a closet full of nostalgic games & movies
    - Vintage bikes
    -Large Green Space

    Relax and unwind as the sun sets on a day well-lived!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please take off any used sheets, pillow cases, and towels and place in laundry room bin.
Return kayaks to beach and turnover so they don't fill with rainwater. Any beach toys, games or items return to breezeway.
Please clean all dirty dishes. Take trash bags to breezeway or trash bin next to the garage.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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

About the area

Located in Alto, this cottage is on the beach. Ada Township Covered Bridge and Fallasburg Covered Bridge and Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve and Campau Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Lowell Showboat VI and Patterson Ice Center. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Alto travel guide
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Alto, MI

What's nearby

  • Campau Lake
    6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe
    8 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Davenport University
    10 min drive - 17.5 km
  • MSA Fieldhouse
    13 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Amway World Headquarters
    13 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Grand Rapids Station
    25 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Culver's
    12 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    12 min drive
  • Nighthawk
    8 min drive
  • Burger King
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lake Cottage w/ Private Beach - Kayak at the Hemingway Lodge! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alto cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Campau Lake, Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe and Lowell Showboat VI. Watermark Country Club and Fallasburg Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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