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Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, ping pong
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Big Rapids, MI
  • Townline Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Big Rapids Riverwalk
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ferris State University
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Big Rapids

A family-friendly stay in Big Rapids awaits you at this lodge. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Townline Lake and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Round Lake. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site ski-in/ski-out access and Hot tub. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and a garden. .With a stay at this Big Rapids lodge, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Alma Lake and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Young Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Townline Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • White Pine Trail State Park - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Big Rapids Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ferris State University - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Jim Crow Museum - 12 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5

One-of-a-kind 5,000 SF 3BR, 3 1/2 BA, cedar-sided Lodge on 65 acres with the private 6 acre Grass Lake. Includes the amazing 1,000 SF 1 BR, 1 BA adjacent Carriage House. Just The Lodge can be rented but not just The Carriage House. All new exterior look for both as of Summer, 2024!

Grass Lake Lodge is #1 on Michigan’s “Only in Your State” for properties that provide a discount for longer stays. Check out this link.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/michigan/discount-vacation-rentals-mi/

5 of 5 reviews over the past two+ years! We love our guests and they love us!

On your own 6-acre private Grass Lake. Amazing views of two lakes! 65 amazing acres with over 2+ miles of private hiking/snow shoeing/cross country skiing trails. Great fishing (Lake is stocked) loaded with Bass, Crappie, Northern Pike and Panfish with dock and use of low-tech fishing boat provided complimentary. Plus a paddle board, canoe and two new kayaks...all included. Large Master Bedroom with King Bed, heated floors in bathroom and private deck, upper level large Bedroom with new King Bed and third with three comfortable beds...two Full and One Twin. Two other pull-out couches. Two blow up mattress beds just in case. Lodge can sleep 12 comfortably depending upon make-up of group and up to 14 with adjacent Carriage House. Gourmet kitchen, dining and family room with incredible sound system throughout the house and outdoors. New Wifi throughout. Screened-in porch and dining deck with new table with10 chairs with grill overlooking both lakes. Indoor bar and Outdoor covered bars area named “Grass Lake Tavern”. "Game Room" with new pool table, new ping pong, shuffleboard, putting green, sound system, TV, kitchenette and comfortable seating area. Two fire pit areas with outdoor music. New hot tub! Outdoor games include basketball net, horseshoes, new corn hole and many other fun games. Garage parking for two cars. Dogs allowed with approval from owner (no cats as owners are allergic).

Adjacent Carriage House of 1,000 SF 1 BR Queen plus Pull-Out Queen Couch, Kitchen, Dining Room and living plus spectacular views of two lakes from private deck. Available in a separate listing in our third party platforms and/or ask the Owner. This listing is for The Lodge only. The Carriage House cannot be rented on it's own. Wifi available in the Carriage House as well. Carriage House is NOT booked with others while Lodge is rented. Thank you.

Perfect for families, friends, corporate retreats, reunions, couples and Ferris State University groups. For families whose kids are learning from home, this can be your second home with Wifi for the kids and parents who may also need to work or learn from "home". We do ask that our guests refrain from streaming movies and gaming.

Grass Lake Lodge’s housekeepers clean and disinfect after each stay to a very high level.

Book now for 2025 and released 2026 as dates are filling up fast. Check out our website as well www.grasslakelodge.com.

Grass Lake Lodge is offering "GLL Extras" for 2025! This includes on-premises massages, private chef experiences, grocery and/or beverage pick-up, delivery and placement, S'mores packages, firewood bundles, Specialty Jams by Carolyn and electric trolling motor rental. Please ask for "GLL Extras".

Baby gear such as cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more can be rented through BabyQuip as seen on Shark Tank. Please use this link to see what is available.
https://www.babyquip.com/holly279?a=238d667

5 of 5 VRBO and Airbnb Reviews for over three years! Read them on those websites.

Thank you! We look forward to creating amazing memories as we have for so many families and friends.

Property manager

Bob Ekman

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the beach

Spa

  • Massage

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Office
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Max of 2 dogs and no cats due to Owner allergies.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: All activities are subject to adult supervision.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only overnight guests are allowed unless approved
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Only overnight guests are allowed unless approved For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Grass Lake Lodge Private Lakefront 5 000 SF Lodge on 65 Acres
Grass Lake Lodge Private Lakefront 5 000 SF Lodge 65 Acres
Grass Lake Private Lakefront 5 000 SF 65 Acres Big Rapids
Grass Lake Private Lakefront 5 000 SF 65 Acres
Grass Lake Lodge Private Lakefront 5 000 SF Lodge 65 Acres
Grass Lake Private Lakefront 5 000 SF 65 Acres Big Rapids
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Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 have a pool?

No, this lodge doesn't have a pool.

What makes Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5.

Is Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5?

No, Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Lakefront Lodge-65 Acres-Private Lake / Gourmet Kitchen / Game Room 5 of 5 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

Great stay,beautiful home, plenty of things to do on the property.would come stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly retreat!

What an amazing property and location. My wife and two teens spent an amazing week fishing, playing games in the game room and relaxing. The owners are wonderful people who truly care about making sure renters have everything they need. Communication was outstanding and fast. They truly paid attention to small details that really helps renters like labeling all the light switches in the cabin so you know what lights you were turning on. We were also welcomed with a smores kit, information about the cabin and things to do very well laid out and some many other little things the owners do that really makes you feel like they truly care. We only rented the main cabin and was impressed with how clean and well maintained everything was. The layout is great for families and big groups. We spent a lot of time downstairs in the game room playing pool, ping pong, shuffleboard and video games (New machine delivered right before we got there). We spent our days on the dock and in the boat fishing on the private lake. My son caught a very nice pike right off the doc. I could go on and on, to many great things to list. If you want a quiet location to relax in a beautiful cabin this is your place! We're already trying to figure out when we can come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beckie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

corporate retreat

small medical practice retreat with plenty of space to present content and also have lots of team building exercises and fun with a beautiful property to enjoy! We will be back next winter!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Hosts, Views & Experience!

My now-husband and I booked the Grass Lake Lodge for an intimate family wedding. The house and property are absolutely gorgeous; the view of the lake is visible through huge windows and it was so nice to wake up to every day. Bob and Karen have clearly thought through every detail of hosting guests; from a welcoming note & surprise gift upon check-in to keeping the bathrooms plentifully stocked with lotion, shampoo & conditioner. The basement offered plenty of 'friendly' competition and entertainment with the pool table, the ping pong table and a large TV, and of course, a walk-out to the hot tub. The hot tub was so relaxing, and the location offered a nice view of the lake while being close to the house. Loved being able to listen to music through the built-in system! Bob & Karen were gracious enough to allow us to have this small event, and were so awesome through the entire booking & checking-in process, even making several recommendations for local food & bartending services for the wedding which turned out to be amazing. If you stay here, we highly recommend using the 'GLL Extras' for bartending (Celeste) & The Blue Cow for the Private Chef experience. The caretakers were friendly and took great care of the place, even coming to help us when one of the speakers on-site wasn't working properly. We definitely plan on staying here again. Bob and Karen are AMAZING hosts!! Thank you again for trusting us with doing something a bit outside the norm on your property. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grass lake lodge

Amazing place! Everything you need. Peaceful and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Loved it !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

The Grass Lake Lodge is everything it’s advertised to be. We showed up and our black lab immediately “zoomied out” running around the yard and jumping in the lake. The grandchildren enjoyed the sandy beach, as well as some boat rides throughout the week. We swam, we hiked, we fished, we enjoyed the evening by the Grass, Lake Tavern, and then we slept…Repeat. weather cooperated. Communication was great throughout the week. Thanks Bob and Karen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our vacation. The entire house was beautiful. There was plenty of room for the ten of us. It was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. We utilized the grocery deliver service and all the food and drinks were put away and chilled by the time we got there. There was plenty of outdoor sitting space and the grounds were well maintained. Everyone enjoyed the fishing. I would note that we couldn’t wade into the water due to thick vegetation, but it wasn’t a problem as we had older kids who enjoyed jumping off the end of the dock and spent a lot of time in the water. The playroom was a bonus and well used on the rainy days. The place was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Very nice place and property several small issues of things not working as they should overall nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., White Pigeon, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Getaway!

We couldn’t have imagined a better place to have a better time! The great accommodations and hospitality that Bob and his family extended to us is unmatched! I’ve never stayed in a place where the owner was so involved in making sure you were all set from a couple days beforehand to during and afterwards. The game room was an immediate draw as was the sheer beauty of the property, lake and views. Can’t wait to go back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness

love the lodge

This was our second year staying at Grass Lake Lodge and plan on staying again next year. You couldn't ask for better owners and managers. Didn't have much ice for skating this year but took advantage of the trails in the woods. Would recommend it to anyone, especially families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W., Saginaw

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Girls Weekend

Fabulous place & host. Lots to do, game room, hot tub, woods, tiki bar, waterfront, etc. We all absolutely loved this place! It is beautiful, comfy beds, amazing Master Bath & Bedroom which was great for my mother-in-law not to have to do stairs. Fall colors were pretty but we all now want to come back in Summer to utilize the lake. Communication was awesome & very personal. Then with massage put the relaxation over the top! Thanks for sharing this beautiful home for everyone to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved our time at Grass Lake Lodge

We celebrated my parents 60th Anniversary the past few days at Bob and Karen’s beautiful Grass Lake Lodge. We had such a great time just hanging together. The views - family - fun - laughs - stories - campfires - games, in the game room and cards at all the tables. The whole family enjoyed it so much - my parents even took the paddle boat out. As I have said to many - it was way better to actually be there than any of the great pictures. Kudos to Sabrina and Damien too - they were awesome to welcome us and they do a great job keeping all looking so awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil

Beautiful home that keeps you entertained easily and then just walk outside for some relaxation. Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R., Homer

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely the most relaxing vacation I have ever had. We do an annual every year with 13 of us.

Grandma, grandpa, 3 kids, 3 spouses and 4 grandkids. Ranging ages 3-17. We all had the best time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

L Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic, Family Fun, Fishing

What a great location for exclusive fishing on the private lake and used our boat to access nearby lake. Our granddaughter loved the sandy beach area. The lodge offers lots of room for families to spread out and enjoy the game room, trails and hot tub. We also had the carriage house as a quiet retreat for our daughter's family. We loved that it was pet friendly. Everything we needed was available and we have booked again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful spot for our family vacation

This was a return trip for us to Grass Lake and we loved it as much as our first visit. A beautiful home with everything we could need on a private, quiet lake - our entire family looked forward to this time together and was not disappointed. Thank you for another great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill A., West Olive, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week at a great spot ...

Our second visit to Grass Lake Lodge was as good as the first, last year. Had our family of 6 adults and 5 kids from 2 to 11 years old and the house is set up to allow the kids to play in the lower level while the big folks hang out on the main floor. The property is very nice with the small sand beach and two fire pits for s'mores after a day on the lake. We utilized all the water toys, especially the row boat, paddle boat and paddle board which had a repaired fin that was missing last year. Makes for a much easier paddle! Great communication with Bob, Damien and Sabrina during our stay and the house was clean and top notch when we arrived. Only miss was the ice dispenser on the frig wasn't working (the Achilles heel of any frig) so we worked around the issue with no problem. Figured out how to lower the adjustable basketball hoop for some shot arounds and the kids enjoyed the hammock and hot tub immensely. Hope to return in 2024!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grass Lake Lodge

Amazing space for a large group to enjoy and relax. The dogs loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic in every way!

This place was fantastic. The house was well equipped, a full kitchen, lots of towels and beach towels, well decorated and so comfortable. The game room was perfect. But the best for us was the outdoors with a deck off the main level looking out to the lake, a sand beach for the kids to play, the water boats (paddle board, canoe and row boat), and that great dock that reached out into the private lake. We spent many hours fishing from this dock in the morning and evening, with the little kids continually catching small fish and the adults catching much larger fish. It was catch and release for us and such an enjoyable fishing experience. The accommodations were definitely worth the price. We’ll be heading back on our next family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway!

This lodge is truly designed as a peaceful vacation getaway! It has everything including quality hair, bath, and body products. It not only looks clean but also smells clean and fresh. The open layout from the kitchen to the dining and living areas works well. Our three generation family enjoyed the amount of space and all the great amenities - hot tub, boats, beach, fishing, fire pit, and especially the game room! Caretakers Damien and Sabrina are the best! This is unlike any place we've stayed before; other houses had quirky, lower quality additions/renovations to convert them to vacation rentals, but none of that here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would rate 100 stars if I could

Beautiful and peaceful property. Fully stocked with what you need. Owners and staff are top notch people. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway

The whole process was super simple from payment, to check in, communication and check out. First day coffee pot was acting up, she brought a new one over that afternoon. The location is close to town for groceries and donuts and yet far enough away to be secluded. Lots of water activities for all. House is beautiful and the game room had it all. Wish I could have toured the wine cellar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

We had an amazing stay at the Grass Lake Lodge. The house and the yard far exceeded our expectations. We’ve stayed at a number of properties over the years, and this was our favorite by far. The lodge itself is such a nice house. The lake setting is so peaceful, but we kept busy with fishing, boats, all the games downstairs and the hot tub. We’d come back in a heartbeat. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda P., Howell, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer 2022

This is a secret I would like to keep but I think the word is out. This is an outstanding property. Stunning home with all the amenities required to make for a wonderful home away from home. We loved it and plan to return. The owner and the property manager were so easy to work with. First class all the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022