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Reviews of Cozy cabin w huge screen porch--lake view. Pontoon, firepit, fishing. Pets ok!


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10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Quaint little cottage with the BEST view of the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Collin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
We had a great time staying at this cabin. Had everything we needed and the lake was awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Views of Maple Lake
Maple Cottage is not only absolutely adorable, but we feel it has the most gorgeous views on Maple Lake. We were truly wowed! Each morning we would awake to the mist rising off the lake and a little old man puttering around the lake in his fishing boat. The cottage was very well equipped. It had a washer and dryer, dishwasher, great kitchen layout, a window air conditioner in the living area, an occilating fan, and heating. There is a hair dryer in the bathroom, and in the kitchen you will find a big refrigerator, toaster and coffee maker. Most of all -- a flat screen TV (not streaming, but live TV) and INTERNET! What blew us away is the decor inside and outside of the cottage. There are antiques and vintage items everywhere. We LOVED the huge screened porch with a picnic table that seats 8, a futon and rocking chairs. Parking accommodations were great. The property itself is awesome -- a deck with grill, a fire pit with lots of seating, a dock with a pontoon boat and canoe, solar outdoor lighting, another seating area adjacent to the dock. The decor will blow you away, inside and outside. The flowers everywhere outdoors were so lovely. We could not get over all of the vintage treasures and antiques in the themes of maple leaves, ducks and fishing. There are even beach towels with the boat's name, Miss Maple, embroidered on them. Maple Cottage is a great getaway, only a couple of blocks from downtown Paw Paw. Highly recommended!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks Angela--glad you appreciated my maple leaf, duck and fishing collections--have spent many hours at flea markets, antique shops and even ebay hunting them down!

10/10 Excellent

Javier V., Zeeland Mi.

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Cozy cottage
We had a great time. The cottage was stocked and clean. Great host with good communication. Lots of dining choices within walking distance. We highly recommend “La Cantina” Italian restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynda u.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
It was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maple Lake Heaven
We had a great stay at Maple Leaf cabin. The flowers and cabin were beautiful and the lake location was so peaceful. We would love to come back, Thanks Shawn for a lovely vacation experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So glad you had a good time. Hope you can visit again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness
True escape by the lake
We just had one of the best, most relaxing vacations ever! The house is small but has everything you need. The screened in porch is awesome, the view is unreal. Saw herons, an osprey, and a bald Eagle while on the lake! Wineries and a brewery only blocks away. Fantastic water pressure in the shower and a nice Weber grill (what a great touch). Just great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Nice to hear you had a relaxing vacation--that's always our goal. Hope you can come back again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie A., Noblesville Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, serene vacation!
The cabin has every need one could ask for in a vacation rental. The views of the lake are the best. The screened in porch allowed us to enjoy the outdoors even when it rained. The proximity to great food was an unexpected pleasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
The wife and I and our dog stayed for four nights. Everything was great. We also rented the pontoon which we used everyday. Grilled and had bonfires. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

stacey n., Center Line MI 48015

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature lover paradise, dog friendly!
The place was absolutely amazing! Everything matched perfectly! Clean, hot water, good shower, very small bed. You only need to bring your toiletries, clothes and food. I loved having the vacuum, washer/dryer, dishwasher, cleaning supplies, herb garden, pontoon and screened in porch was awesome! Nothing but beautiful nature, peace and happiness! ...if you can't do stairs, it's not a good option, we carried our 80# dog because he's elderly and can't use the stairs to get to the boat and dock, but otherwise it was perfect for everyone. I can't wait to return. The sofa bed is very uncomfortable though and the bed in the bedroom is comfortable, yet very small. The futon on the porch is nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views of the lake!
This is a wonderful place to stay. The cabin is fully equipped with everything that is needed. The location is peaceful and quiet. The screened in porch is awesome and a great place to enjoy meals and the scenery. One of the best things about it are the magnificent views of the lake. If you feel the need to just getaway, this is a great place for that. This place truly makes for an amazing vacation. I highly recommend this rental and plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward M., Westchester

Liked: Cleanliness
Paw Paw 2022 Vacation
The screened in porch was a great place to relax. The cabin has a wonderful view of the lake. We took the pontoon boat (Miss Maple) out several times. There was a town wide festival going on. We went to the Old Car Show. We saw fireworks right out the back door of the cabin. We sat by the fire pit a couple of evenings and soaked in the view. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view and property!
We enjoyed the lake access and modern amenities in the cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

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Two weeks in Paw Paw
We had a great time in the Michigan weather, playing golf, boating and taking side trips. Propedty was convenient to everything we wanted.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B., Crystal River, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
The porch & view is the star.
We liked everything about our 2 week stay at this charming little cabin. We spent most of our time on the screened in porch on the comfy couch -- reading, talking, and watching the swans (and babies), geese (and babies), ducks (and babies), and the wren who clearly had babies inside the little house on the fence. We had two groups of friends spend a day with us, and there were plenty of places to sit, inside, on the porch and 3 areas outside. All were charmed by the decor (mostly ducks and fish), and loved the view of the lake. Walking the dog around the neighborhood was interesting with a couple of historic homes with placards. Was even an easy walk into town if you wanted to go. We went into the town theater one night for a movie which was like a step back in time. Comfy seats, but small house and low price and lots to choose from at the snack bar. We will definitely go back again and highly recommend it whether for a weekend, a few days, or longer.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake view
This cabin has the most beautiful view of Maple Lake. There is a 3 sided screened in porch where my husband, our dog, and myself sat and watched wild life and fellow boaters. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN L., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Four days at the Maple Lake.
In May of 2022 , restful cosy cabin with a large screened porch that has likely the best view of Maple lake. Nice small town you could walk to. Though in our 60's we drive. Off the dock fishing brought a 36" Northern Pike, one large mouth Bass and five Sunnies and one Crappie though the Pike and the one Bass provided enough to eat for two evening meals. Even without catching fish, this is a nice choice we can come back too. Reading the log books ( Three ) of prior visitors that stayed was very enjoyable and spoke well of their stays here. Easy access info from owner, cost to use the cabins pontoon at their dock was reasonable and enjoyable. The canoe had no cost and a nice option for this lake. It was to windy our first to days for a campfire that has a awesome setting then to hot for the next two days. The A/C did well and placing the small fan there on the floor just outside the bedroom door pushes cold air into that room and the warmth out very nicely. The furnace heated cabin quickly on the 50 degree first night. The bed is a full size and about all the single bedroom could handle. I am 6 foot and my wife is 5'11 so we were close and our feet were at the end, however the bed was comfortable. We did not roll together in the middle so mattress is in good condition. Cabin has been well maintained a nice theme representing Maple Lake. Good memories.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
We were very pleased with the cabin. Everything is as shown. While the weather did not cooperate, we did get the rest that was needed...
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great screened-in porch to watch the swans and ducks
This cabin has a beautiful screened-in porch that looks directly at the lake. There is an overhead fan that cools the porch and because of some mature trees, it is always in the shade. Miss Maple, the pontoon boat is also loads of fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place at Great Location
We had a great time. Used the pontoon and caught a bunch of fish. Walked downtown for free concert and local restaurant. Perfect view for unwinding in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cherri & Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cats and fishing paradise!
Wonderful spot for two…and our cats. Great fishing right off the dock. Pontoon boat for lake cruising. Screened in porch was a kitty heaven for indoor cats to safely experience the outside world. Everything you need is available onsite, from firewood for the fire pit, to roasting sticks for marshmallows, to a Weber grill for outdoor cooking. Great little kitchen has everything you need to cook “at home”. Wonderful restaurant options if you don’t want to cook in Paw Paw and surrounds. Lots to do within minutes from free outdoor concert to wineries and breweries for tastings to blueberry picking. One of our most relaxing vacations ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view of the Lake.
Cabin is small but just right for 2 people. Sitting out on the enclosed porch was the best, beautiful view of the lake, nice and quiet, perfect for that morning coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage overlooking a nice lake. Amazing screen porch for lazy afternoons and evenings w/o bugs
Relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View and Miss Maple is fun!
We had a great time at this cottage in Paw Paw. Maple Lake is beautiful and driving around the lake on Miss Maple was so much fun! Photos of property are accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Gary L.

nice
other than wifi connection problem and waiting a full day for a reply from owner everything was fine
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

julia c., Transplanted Michigander

Liked: Cleanliness
Maple Lake Cabin is Cozy and Comfy
The cabin is quaint and cute. Very clean. Perfect location. Is stocked well. We enjoyed pontoon boat rides with friends and family here. Definite recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place Awesome view
I stayed there for a week and hands down it was the coolest lake house I've been to before. It's setup so every window in the house besides the back door, has a view of the lake! And the view it has is incredible. Neighbors are quiet and it's just all around a nice little spot. *****
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Every amenity, great view
Everything we could have possibly wanted was provided, including a fully stocked kitchen and firewood. The big screened-in porch overlooking the lake was so comfy and it was the perfect spot to read a book, drink a cocktail, or eat lunch. We loved having a fire pit available, and there was even wifi and cable so we could spend a rainy afternoon on the couch. This is such a great escape. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as advertised.
Charming and cozy cabin, perfect for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake view!
First time visiting the Maple Lake cottage! The view of the lake was absolutely beautiful with the changing fall colors. Watching the family of swans from the screened in porch each morning was quite relaxing. Very comfortable, cozy cottage stocked with most everything you might need. Would love to visit again in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

KATHY D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All was great 👍
great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rene H., PLYMOUTH, IN USA

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Anniversary Getaway
This was a cozy and quiet cottage, private but not isolated. We enjoyed our anniversary dinner of Amore Pizza and St Julian wine at the fire pit by Maple Lake. I would not be surprised if we return. Thanks for sharing the cottage with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kati R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maple lake
We decided to come for the weekend with our dog. Loved the porch and view, exactly what we wanted for a short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

ron p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The cottage was just what we were looking for. It's ideally located on a point where you feel very secluded. The pontoon boat and canoe were easy to take off in and circle the lake. The fire pit had a beautiful view of the lake. The huge screened porch was excellent for dining and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Dave R., Milwaukee, WI

Good view, okay property/cabin
Property is small, but that was reflected and clear up front. Nice location and view. Screened porch was the best feature. Enjoyed that our pets could come with us. Everything else was adequate. Could use some upgrading. Convenient to go and get to St. Joseph, which is always wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Juan S., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot for a getaway
Just what we needed to take a week-long break from the city and do some social distancing. Waking up every morning with that view and working inside the screened-in porch was a treat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G., Fountain Hills, AZ

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Great Little Getaway!
We had a wonderful, healing experience at the cabin following the loss of my sister. Much of our family lives in the area and were able to share and enjoy the lake together. What a little gem this is!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a getaway
Cozy place right on the water. Absolutely beautiful scenery. This place has everything you need for a quiet and private getaway. I would definitely recommend going here and will be coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque Little Cabin
Our Key West trip for our anniversary was postponed this year due to the pandemic, so we looked around to places we could drive to and still social distance with our dogs. This Maple Leaf cabin is perfect for an anniversary, girl getaway or fishing trip. Clear instructions were left and the use of the pontoon boat was icing on the cake. I loved the quiet mornings on the screened in porch with my coffee and evenings with my wine and family. You have to try La Cantina Italian restaurant down the street, the family was so welcoming when I picked up the to go order, hopefully next time it will be opened to dine and we can visit again. If your looking to relax by the fire and R&R this place is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Jackie S., Trenton, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Beautiful view and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the lake!
So cozy!! I got to sip my warm coffee on a fall day, in a cozy blanket, with my guy whilst having the presence of a momma swan & her you offspring on a dock of Maple Lake...perfect morning!We enjoyed the in and outside of this place! And we got to bring our dog! Great Italian restaurant across the lake and excellent nature preserve just minutes away! Nice neighbors too! Great place for winter or summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kirby I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
We stayed here for our 1 year anniversary and had a great time. Our dog loved the property, the cabin was very cozy, and the owner even helped our family surprise us with flowers & champagne. It was the perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get-away!
My husband and I, along with our 2 dogs, had a wonderful stay at Maple Leaf Cabin. The decor was adorable and it had everything we needed for a relaxing get-away. The screened in deck overlooking the lake was the best part! Clean, cozy and pet friendly-we're already talking about a return visit :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yvonna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesomeness
This was a great place and we can’t wait to come back! What a view! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

laura m., Rising Sun, IN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and peaceful. Very renewing.
Don’t expect the ritz. It is a small lake cabin. The screened porch looking out at swans on the lake was terrific! We loved taking the boat out, and grilling out. Fur babies being allowed gave us a perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Reid G.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 2019
Overall a very nice place to stay, the owner is responsive, the cottage was very well stocked, the large screened-in the best feature of this cottage, close to Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, South Haven... Friday check-in was difficult to schedule with my employer, the could consider Saturday check-in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D., Downers Grove Il.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 4th of July stay.
We stayed the week of the 4th. Everything was fantastic. The cabin is as advertised, relatively small simple but it was perfect for us. We spent most of our time not on the lake or at the bonfire we stayed on the huge screened in porch. The location is fantastic high on the hill ,,, neighbors were nice and really helpful. The boat was a perfect add on and we would say a must. Our dog Hugo imediatly took to it and became my second Mate for the week. Caught the biggest fish I've ever caught right at the sea wall,,,nice sized smallmouth that made the week for me. Shawn was easy to work with and we already thinking about a return weekend in the fall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks--September and October are perfect for another visit.

10/10 Excellent

Marianne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation
This little cottage provided a perfect relaxing vacation. The owner has really thought of everything, from the lay out of the house, use of space, to the amenities and little extras. The screened porch is a great place for morning coffee with wonderful views of the lake. Miss Maple is a lot of fun and taking a ride around the lake each morning and evening was a very enjoyable part of our stay. We would definitely recommend this place for relaxing and peaceful get away. We would love to go back again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
small cabin, great view
This was a fun weekend. My only complaint is the size of the bedroom. Overall good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carmella D.

Super relaxing!
We celebrated our one year of marriage here with our dog Zeus. It was just what we needed! Very easy to get to from Chicago! Loved the property. The fire pit with the surrounding solar lights made the perfect nights. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner! The dock was fun to fish off of! The cottage itself was super cozy- especially the porch! Thank you Shawn for a beautiful, relaxing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018