Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods
Hastings, Oxford County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods Bring family and friends together in this hidden waterfront home with a rustic log cabin feel, nestled into seven acres of woods!Feel the stress leave your body as you enter this serene property, surrounded by wildlife. We regularly see hawks, herons, swans, owls, sand hill cranes, foxes, beavers and deer.Roast s'mores over a fire pit that overlook...
Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods Bring family and friends together in this hidden waterfront home with a rustic log cabin feel, nestled into seven acres of woods!Feel the stress leave your body as you enter this serene property, surrounded by wildlife. We regularly see hawks, herons, swans, owls, sand hill cranes, foxes, beavers and deer.Roast s'mores over a fire pit that overlooks the water!Take a kayak out to visit the beaver habitat on the other side of the lake!Leap high into the sky on our trampoline, then challenge your kids or friends to a fun game of foosball!The house features a full kitchen with two refrigerators, two dishwashers, and everything you'll need to prepare a feast for your friends and family. A well-equipped office space allows guests to plug in to a monitor, keyboard and mouse. The large, third-floor loft offers a slumber party vibe for the kids, and a dog run traverses the backyard so Fido can to join in the fun! About the house:DOWNSTAIRS: Enter through the den where our comfy leather reclining chairs and sofas double as charging stations for your devices, then head through the fully-equipped kitchen, which has all the tools you'll need to prepare a feast including a slow-cooker, a blender and an espresso machine. The attached dining area features ample seating including a large dining table, a smaller table (perfect for jigsaw puzzles) and a pair of lounge chairs overlooking the lake.UNPLUG and UNWIND: This house has no TV but it has decent free wifi so bring any screens you'll need with you. THE DECKS: The back deck features an outdoor dining table, two folding chaise chairs that can be brought to the fire pit, a swinging hammock chair and a gas grill. The fire deck has a fire pit and a pair of inviting Adirondack chairs looking out over the lake. It's perfect for yoga! A hammock hangs nearby.THE BOAT DOCK: Sit on the waterside bench, or take one of our kayaks out to the inflatable swim island. Note: Our lake fills with lily pads in the summer but the kayaks glide over them to reach the swim island. We have four kid-sized life jackets, two adult life jacket sizes (M and XL) and a toddler life jacket. Three single kayaks are available near the lake. Two large inflatable double kayaks are also available by request. OFFICE: Need to stay connected with the office? Plug in to a monitor, keyboard, mouse and laptop on a sit/stand desk overlooking the front porch. (Another smaller desk is in Bedroom 1 upstairs if two people need a quiet place to work). This room has a futon (but this isn't an ideal sleeping area since the nearest bathroom is upstairs).UPSTAIRS: You'll find the foosball table in the common area, a cozy reading nook with a light and a curtain that can close to create a private oasis, a LEGO nook with lots of LEGOs, a crafting nook and a washer/dryer. Note: The floor sofa from the reading nook can migrate up to the loft to sleep more kids up there!NOTE: All of our bathrooms are on the second floor so this house is not ideal for people with limited mobility. Keep an eye on small children. The house has not been child-proofed.BEDROOM 1 features a queen bed, a dresser, a lending library (take a book, leave a book), a walk-in closet, a working area with a desk chair, and a private bathroom with a shower. The twin bed in this room can be great for parents traveling with a child. Don't like this configuration? This twin bed has legs that fold up so it can move to another room or up into the loft.BEDROOM 2 has two twin beds, a closet, a dresser and a view of the lake. It sits beside a newly renovated bathroom with a tub and shower.BEDROOM 3 has big windows with glorious views of the lake, a king bed, a closet, two dressers and a newly renovated private bathroom with a big tub and a shower (note: due to the slope of the ceiling in this bathroom, there's no shower curtain so don't worry if things get a little wet). This room has a large entryway with a futon where a child can sleep. Or, the futon can be moved elsewhere. such as up to the loft This room and bathroom were built separately from the rest of the house so are not connected to the main heating and cooling system. Use the floorboard heaters in the winter. Use the a/c unit in the bedroom on hot days, or open the windows, turn on the ceiling fan and fall asleep to the sounds of nature!THE THIRD-FLOOR LOFT is the ultimate kid hideout and retreat that runs the length of the house! (Adults can sleep here too but sloped ceilings mean they'll have to walk down the middle of the room). The spacious loft has lots of light, two twin beds, a small storage unit for clothes and a bean bag chair. Three additional beds/futons can be added -- the twin from bedroom 1, the floor sofa from the second-floor reading nook and the futon from the entry to bedroom 3 will turn the loft into a fun slumber party! Kids will find more LEGOs and K'nex to play with as well as a K'nex ferris wheel. SURROUNDING AREA:-- Piece Cedar Creek Institute, 5 mins, has great hiking trails, a storybook walk for kids and lots of events for families and nature-lovers-- Downtown Hastings, a 15 mins, has great restaurants, a movie theater, grocery stores and a great craft shop.-- Historic Charlton Park, 15 mins -- Moo-ville Creamery, 19 mins, fantastic ice cream and a petting zoo! -- Gilmore Car Museum, 19 mins-- Yankee Springs Recreation area, 21 mins-- Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park, 32 mins-- Air Zoo (Kalamazoo), 46 mins
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Internet
- Computer monitor
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Game room
- Foosball
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Rural
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Water view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Guests are required to sign owner's rental agreement within 48 hours of booking or risk cancellation: Guests are required to sign owner's rental agreement within 48 hours of booking or risk cancellation
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Hastings
Located in Hastings, Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yankee Springs Recreation Area and E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center, while Gilmore Car Museum and Kingman Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Gull Meadow Farms, or check out an event or a game at Kellogg Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Wall Lake 20 min drive
- Gilmore Car Museum 27 min drive
- Gull Lake 31 min drive
- Gun Lake 40 min drive
- Firekeepers Casino 47 min drive
Getting around
- Battle Creek Transportation Center 40 min drive
- Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Three Brothers Pizza 21 min drive
- Grove Street Cafe 20 min drive
- Tujax Tavern 20 min drive
- Sajo's Pizza 21 min drive
- Horn Creek Pub 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded family-friendly lake house in the woods ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.