Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good.
Reading, Nobles County, United States View On Map
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Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good. Blue Heron Property descriptionHunters Welcome or Hunters wives retreat. (Spa Services: massage and acupunture available - inquire for pricing)Bring your fishing pole and enjoy breathtaking sunsets overlooking the no wake Ribeck Lake, one of four Beautiful chain of lakes in Hillsdale Co., Mi. Enjoy the breeze and the view as you relax, read a book, or just...
Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good. Blue Heron Property descriptionHunters Welcome or Hunters wives retreat. (Spa Services: massage and acupunture available - inquire for pricing)Bring your fishing pole and enjoy breathtaking sunsets overlooking the no wake Ribeck Lake, one of four Beautiful chain of lakes in Hillsdale Co., Mi. Enjoy the breeze and the view as you relax, read a book, or just chill on the upper spacious open deck. As evening approaches you can sip on your favorite beverage or play your favorite game on the attached screened room bug free. Below, is an additional covered deck, offering yet another perspective of the beautiful view, includes a large outdoor dining table, with seating for 8 and a large gas grill.The lower floor features an open floor plan with a large, fully equipped kitchen, with upgrades of granite counter tops and a wine cooler fridge, a Dining Area with table and bar seating for 4, sitting room with a Large 60” flat screen TV with DVD player, 2 couches, one is a pull out bed, lap blankets and pillows make this sitting room nap worthy. Also a ½ bath and washer/dryer can be found on this level. Lower deck has ample seating and a gas grill for cooking.On the second floor, level with the road, are 3 bedrooms with queen beds, closet and a dresser. 2 of the bedrooms have access to the open deck thru large glass doors and the third bedroom has two large windows. There are two full baths, including one with a tub on this floor. That’s not all, there is also a large Living area with a couch and a wraparound pull out queen sectional that offers extra sleeping space with its own bath. This room has a spectacular view of the lake and walks out thru double doors to the screened room. The Blue Heron offers comfortable sleeping for 8 guests. You have chosen the right place if you like to fish, paddle-board, kayak or just relax floating in a tube. 120 acres of 4 connecting no-wake lakes is perfect for this kind of a vacation. Bring your pontoon/fishing boat or rent ours for just $50/day cash when you arrive, bring yours and it can be launched at Turner Lake Camp grounds just north of Key Drive off Wildwood Dr. Tie off at our 20' dock in front of the cottage. We also provide, 2 fishing boat with oars, 1-canoe and 12 kayaks with life jackets for your use free. As the sun sets, roast your marshmallows sitting at the water’s edge fire pit and relax as the frogs serenade you with their song and the fire flies lite the sky. Bring your own wood.The Peaceful Waters Cottages are not child proof or handicap friendly. There are no socket covers, child gates or baby beds, etc. Bring your own.We do our best to equip the cottage with all that you will need for your vacation, however if you will be cooking for larger families bring your favorites and storage containers... Book today and experience for yourself a long weekend, a week, or even a month at our quiet little secret. We love sharing our home with you!Suitability • Limited Accessibility: There is an upper & lower level with steps. There is no elevator. There are no special bathroom accommodations for handicap access or use..Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8 • BEDROOM 1 - Main Level: 1 Queen Two windows dresser and a closet.• BEDROOM 2 - Main Level: 1 Queen Lake view - Glass door with access to deck overlooking the lake. Dresser and closet BEDROOM 3 - Main Level: 1 Queen Lake view - Glass door with access to deck overlooking the lake. Dresser and closet• Living Room Sectional PULL OUT: - Main upper Level: 1 Queen Lake view - Glass door with access to screen room overlooking the lakeBathrooms: 3 Bathrooms • Bathroom 1 -- Main Floor: toilet, combination tub/shower • Bathroom 2 – Main Floor: toilet, shower • Bathroom 3 – Lower Floor: toilet, sink • Books: There are a few romance paperbacks for easy reading, and escape provided. • Entertainment Large 60” TV DVD Player - There are limited movies provided for your enjoyment. Feel free to bring your favorites or rental stores are minutes away.• Games: Several board games and cards on site. Theme • Relaxation/Fishing• Family time• Romantic • Sports & Activities Attractions and Activities• All sports Lakes; Coldwater Lake in Coldwater and Baw Beese Lake in Hillsdale• Restaurants in Coldwater, Hillsdale, Angola. Reading has Rays Tavern and Lone Ranger local foods.• Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn MI.• Antique Shops in Allen, Mich “Antique Capital”• Shipshewana Flea Market (summer time)• Rapid Raceway/Go Carts Angola IN• Capri Drive In Theater Coldwater MI• Farmers Market and Open Air Market on Saturdays – May thru October Hillsdale• Auction at Hillsdale Fairgrounds every Saturday• Theaters – Purple Rose • Snake Indian Mounds• Horseback riding • Wild Winds Buffalo farm Fremont IN. Fire Keepers Casino and Entertainment Venue. Craft beer breweries; Bells, Dark Horse, Grand River BreweryLeisure Activities • Outlet Shopping-Fremont IN• Paddle Boating/Kayak • Photography • Scenic Drives • Hunting/Fishing• Shopping in Antique stores • Sight Seeing • Sledding/Cross Country Skiing at Pokegan State Park IN• Hiking • Visiting local Colleges; Hillsdale College, Tri-State Trine College. Local Services & Businesses • ATM/Bank in Reading• Groceries in Hillsdale, Coldwater or Angola • Hospital in Hillsdale, Coldwater or AngolaLocation Type • Lakefront• Rural • WoodedSports & Adventure Activities • Cycling • Fishing • Golf • Hiking • Hunting • Ice Skating • Kayaking • Mountain Biking • Skiing • Snowmobiling • Swimming . HuntingDining • The dining room table comfortably seats 6. With the added bar stools (4).• Dining Area Outside There is an outside patio area underneath deck with seating for 10+ General • Central-Air Conditioning • Hair Dryer/ Iron and Board in closet upstairs bath• Heating: Heated by propane Linens and Towels Provided: Enough linens and Towels for 8. (No Beach towels) If needed, you must clean your towels/linens yourself during the week. Washer and dryer lower level, bring laundry soap.Living Room: Spacious room with oversized sectional couch, large couch and recliner, a very comfortable gathering/gaming space.• Parking: Accommodates 3-4 vehicles parked diagonal. Water is a well system. The cell phone coverage may be a little spotty.Kitchen The kitchen is stocked full of pots, pans, dishes, cutlery, and small appliances; coffee maker, toaster: as well as dish soap, other cleaning supplies, a few garbage bags.Microwave: Located above the stove.• Refrigerator: The refrigerator is a large side by side refrigerator.• Stove: There is an electric stove with oven that should meet all of your cooking and baking needs. "just like home".Outside • Deck / Patio: There are 3 locations; the main deck, the patio underneath the deck; the screen room with ceiling fan and light upper level.• Outdoor Grill: Gas grill is on the lower deck. Propane tank should remain 'OFF' (have to turn knob off) when not in use.Car: 4WD or AWD Necessary in spring and winter.Peaceful Waters Lake front Cottages are nestled in Amish countryside situated in the tri-state area -- MI, OH, & IN, with activities in each direction. Take a day and visit Shipshewana, IN and see for yourself how the Amish and Mennonites live, & enjoy a great meal at the Blue Gate Restaurant while you are there. In the summer you can shop the oversized flea market in the middle of the week. Swing past Pokagon State Park, Angola, IN where there are always many activities. Have dinner at Timbuktoo's, Fremont, IN. There's also the Clubhouse Sports Bar in Camden that serves a good burger. Bryan, Ohio has an interesting Restaurant called Father John’s (Great food in an old church) featuring their own farm raised buffalo.Nascar fan? Nascar races at the MI Int'l Speedway in Brooklyn, MI. It's just about a short hour away. Stay here and enjoy both worlds in one stop!For you car buffs; the Auburn Cord Dusenberg Automotible Museum is not a far drive, and neither is the Gilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI (Battle Creek), or the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend, IN. Visiting Hillsdale College or Tri-State (Trine) College for a family/student visit? We are only a short 20 minute drive from Hillsdale and 30 minutes from Angola. It goes without saying, Hillsdale County is known for its many lakes, great hunting (one of the top counties in MI for number of deer), fishing (perch, blue gill), swimming, sunbathing, boating, wake-boarding, snowmobiling, sledding, biking, and hiking are all just outside the door, with restaurants, golfing, horseback riding and other activities just minutes to a 1/2 hour away. If you like wine tasting tours, you are in the right place. Several wineries are conveniently located within a half hours (+/-) drive (Satek and Briali Wineries in Fremont, IN; Stoney Ridge in Bryan, OH; and Cherry Creek Cellars, Albion, MI).Do you "savor the flavor" of an exceptional craft brewed Beer? Travel to Kalamazoo and experience Bells Brewery or Arcadia. Join the fun at the Annual Eccentric Ale Bells Bash or enjoy the summer music down by the river at Arcadia. Jackson MI offers Grand River Brewery with numerous delicious unique stouts and IPAs. Dark Horse Brewery home of Bad Ass Beer is located in Marshall MI and offers Taproom Tours. Do you dream of playing Craps, Black Jack and pulling the lever of Slots? Fire Keepers is a short drive away in Battle Creek MI offering live entertainment, great buffets and of course the dream of riches and retiring early. Whether you are looking for a peaceful get-away to reboot the mind and replenish the soul or a simply a place to hang your tired head traveling thru, Peaceful Waters is your destination...See you soon!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Boat
- Kayak / canoe
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Hospital contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Rural
- Water view
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Snowboarding
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Lake view
Languages spoken
- English
Ski
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's games
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Shower only
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Video library
- DVD player
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 23 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: If smoking indoors fees will be assessed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a hospital
- On a lake
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Boat
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Kayak
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 18
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 13–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
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
- Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Reading
Located in Reading, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Coldwater Lake State Park and Pokagon State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Slayton Arboretum and Adventure Zone. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Angola Motor Speedway, or consider a night out at Red Barn Acres. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Hillsdale College 34 min drive
- Coldwater Lake State Park 34 min drive
- Pokagon State Park 36 min drive
- Lake James 42 min drive
- Trine University 43 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ray's Tavern 14 min drive
- Lone Ranger Cafe 14 min drive
- Pizza King 21 min drive
- Reading Pizza Barn 14 min drive
- Clear Lake Pub 21 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Summer or fall. Life on the lake is good. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Coldwater Lake State Park and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Bella Vista Golf Course. Angola Motor Speedway and Satek Winery are also within 16 miles (25 km).