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Relax on the deck of this charming Mecosta cottage, enjoying stunning views of Lake Tubbs. The perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cozy comfort awaits with a fire pit for s’mores nights, kayaks and life vests for lake exploration, 4 beach chairs to soak up the sun.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 884 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

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

Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage!

On-Site Boat Dock (Small Fishing Boats Only) | Close to Trails

Enjoy a classic lakefront trip at this quaint 2-bed, 1-bath Mecosta cottage on Lake Tubbs. This pet-friendly vacation rental offers stunning lake views and a peaceful yard for games, fishing, or evenings by the fire pit. Paddle out in the kayaks, swim at Tubbs Lake State Campground, or treat the kids to ice cream and playtime at Tubbs Lake Resort. Later, unwind with a book, puzzle, or game, or stream your shows on the Roku TV!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 2 full sleeper sofas

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV w/ Roku
- DVD player & movies
- Board games, puzzles, books
- Dining table
- Ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck w/ gas grill
- 4 kayaks, life vests
- Beach towels & chairs, yard, lake access
- Fire pit w/ seating

KITCHEN
- Electric stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
- Coffee maker, toaster
- Trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi (high speed)
- Central heating, window A/C unit, ceiling fans in all bedrooms
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
- Hangers, towels & linens

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Boat dock (small boat/fishing boat only)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, step-free access

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- Trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Lake State Forrest Campground Public Boat Launch and swimming on-site
- 14 miles to Bundy Hill Preserve
- 15 miles to The Pines at Canadian Lakes
- 66 miles to Houghton Lake
- 69 miles to MBS International Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 dogs)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home offers step-free access
- The on-site dock is only for a smaller boat/fishing boat. Pontoon and other larger boats are not permitted

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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 Mecosta, this cottage is on the waterfront. Clear Lake Golf Club and St Ives Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pretty Lake and Big John Brown Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Mecosta travel guide
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Mecosta, MI

What's nearby

  • Pretty Lake
    7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Big John Brown Lake
    9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Jehnsen Lake
    10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Horsehead Lake
    11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Saddlebag Lake
    11 min drive - 9.0 km

Restaurants

  • Williams Cafe
    18 min drive
  • Murphys Bar
    13 min drive
  • Stone House Vinyards
    24 min drive
  • Lonnies
    13 min drive
  • Hadley's Country Kitchen
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Pretty Lake, Big John Brown Lake and Saddlebag Lake. Jehnsen Lake and Horsehead Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Kayaks & Grill: Pet-Friendly Mecosta Cottage! Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ron & Cathy

Enjoyed our stay!

Comfortable & clean. The amenities were well thought out & supplied with everything we needed! OnWould stay there again!!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fall Hunting Trip

Great for a hunting group! The heat is set to 48 degrees so it was a cold first night but otherwise good for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki S.

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

Great weekend getaway!

Cozy lake house. Large yard, perfect for yard games, grilling, or a fire around the fire pit. Bonus that yard games, a grill, and the fire pit are all provided! Additionally, having access to the kayaks and life jackets was fantastic. And the neighborhood cats (Jack Jack & Tig) were a big hit with our son!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Lovely Lake Cottage

The view of the lake was amazing! Having the kayaks readily available on site was a fantastic perk. We were out on the lake everyday. Bonus that the area is surrounded by state land AND we had great weather! The layout of the cottage was exactly what we anticipated. No surprises. Very clean and very cozy. The internet connection was top notch. We didn't care that there was no cable. We never turned on the television. All in all, a great week! We would recommend to family and friends AND would return again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Awesome Place!

Our stay was amazing! We enjoyed it and will be back!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Just what we needed!

We were looking for a quiet and relaxing break and that's exactly what we got! Mornings on the deck with coffee while watching and listening to the many birds were great starts to the days. The house was clean and set up nicely. The updates you have done so far were very nice and we look forward to staying again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Wonderful time

Great house, we enjoyed our getaway weekend. A few very minir issues that were quickly and easily resolved through a few text messages.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Amazing views & lots of wildlife

We had a great time considering it rained most of the time. We enjoyed the amazing view of the lake and lots of wildlife! There were numerous geese the first day in the morning and then again in the afternoon/evening. On the 2nd day the adult geese showed up with a whole flock of baby geese! There must have been about 25 babies! So cute. There were Sandhill cranes, red-headed woodpeckers, racoons and squirrels! Had a great time! Will be back!Thanks!Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lakeside

Your property was as pictured, no red cushions. Needed basic tv, and a radio would of been nice. Had a nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wesley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointed

Entered on dirt road Not equipped for seniors 70+ We are 70+ but don’t have mobility issues. Low beds, low toilet and bathroom not equipped with grab handles. No cable TV Can not fish from shore and no where to rent a boat on lake. This facility is best suited for families with children even though there is no beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a GREAT time staying at this cottage for a 4nt trip. The best part was definitely the kayaks!!! We puddled around the flowage/channels, as well as out on to the main part of Tubbs Lake and Lower Evans Lake. Mecosta is known as the "Everglades of MI" and we saw so much wildlife- turtles, herons, swans, loons, kingfishers and more!!! LOVED it! We even fished from the kayaks and had amazing luck with bluegills, sunfish and crappies not far from the cottage. Beautiful sunsets from the pier and kayaks for the last evening floats. Relaxing and unplugging at it's best...The patio/grill area was used each night (and morning for coffee!), as was the fire pit. Yeah for smores!! The kitchen is pretty well stocked with cooking/prepping necessities, spices, Keurig pods, and containers- we did not eat out while here, so can't attest to area bar and grills or otherwise. We did visit Fate's grocery in Remus- it was full service and reasonable.The surrounding neighbors were quiet while we were here (midweek), and the 8 wandering cats entertained our girls, but our dog was not as happy... He doesn't like cats, and it was not easy to let him outside without one or 2 wandering around somewhere. A few were VERY friendly, most were skittish. Lastly, Stacey was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Bonus- the beds were very comfortable too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan L.

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

Perfect Getaway

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025