Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
55 min drive
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About the area
Dowling
A family-friendly stay in Dowling awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Clear Lake and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Little Mill Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Dowling holiday home, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Bristol Lake and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Mill Lake.
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Horn Creek Pub - 12 min drive
Wild Mike's - 11 min drive
The Pub - 24 min drive
The Casbar - 13 min drive
Bedford Steak House - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20
ABOUT OUR PROPERTY:
Our house sits on 6 wooded acres, and from it’s hillside perch, enjoys broad views overlooking Bristol Lake. The property is at the end of a quiet, dead-end drive. It has frontage on Stamm Lake (a 4½ acre spring-fed pond), and from Stamm, the property line follows a stream which flows year-round down to Bristol Lake, on which the property has 125 feet of frontage. Bristol is a 165-acre all-sports lake and is excellent for fishing, swimming and all manner of watersports. We have a sandy beach which drops-off gradually until it reaches a depth of around 3 feet (appx. 20’ from shore). From there the depth falls-off more quickly, eventually reaching a depth of 45 feet at closer to 100 yards from shore. As such, the beach and lakeshore are relatively-friendly to younger children (although we recommend life jackets for non-swimmers). We have a raft which is anchored in deeper water (very safe for diving), we also have a dock to park a boat or to get young anglers closer to the many bass & bluegill which hover at the drop-off. Between the house & the shore we have a large grassy yard with enough trees to give some comfortable shade in the sunny summer afternoons. We have a fire pit on the beach. The yard is large enough for whiffle-ball, volleyball, croquet or practically any variety of other yard games. The 6 acres of woods have a series of short trails which are fun for a short afternoon stroll.
ABOUT THE HOUSE:
The house is recently-constructed (completed in 2015), built with premium materials and systems. At appx. 4,300sf, it has 8 bedrooms, 3½ baths and enough beds to sleep 20 (see plans in photo section). Our kitchen has large areas granite countertop, allowing many participants in food preparation. We have both a large and a small refrigerator, a double-oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, ample cabinets and a walk-in pantry. We have a large dining table as well as folding picnic tables and an umbrella table on the deck (which overlook the lake). There are areas to sit & talk on every level. The lower level has a rec room equipped with both a ping-pong and a pool table. This room opens thru 2 sliding doors onto a patio (which also overlooks the lake). A TV room on the upper level is great for kids watching late-night movies.
ABOUT THE BRISTOL LAKE COMMUNITY:
Bristol Lake offers a wonderful mix of active recreation and quiet relaxation. Many of the property-owners on the lake live here year-round. It is our desire to offer this vacation rental to families which will appreciate the serenity of this community and be respectful of our neighbors. Keeping noise levels low (especially after dark), maintaining slow speeds on the entry drive, and keeping the grounds in good order are all elements of making a visit satisfying to all involved. If you choose to book with us, we ask that you make a commitment to be a good neighbor.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Kayak
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 4,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave used towels next to the washer. Leave used sheets on ends of beds. Gather trash-put in trash cans-end of the driveway. Scan around house for personal items-it costs you $ to send.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Bristol is a quiet lake with many year-round guests. Daytime noise should be kept to reasonable levels.
After dark, noise levels should not exceed that of a close conversation & no music is allowed outside.
Speed limit on shared private access road is 10mph.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 3 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: $150 fee.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Beautiful Lakefront Sleeps 20
Beautiful Lakefront Home Sleeps 20
Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 Dowling
Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20?
No, Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20 does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful Lakefront Home- Sleeps 20?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.