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Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.

Family-friendly holiday home in Kalamazoo with a hot tub

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, video games, table football, printers
Dining
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, video games, table football, printers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kalamazoo, MI
  • Place, Bank Street Farmer's Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Bronson Health Care Group
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bronson Methodist Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Kalamazoo

A family-friendly stay in Kalamazoo awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Bank Street Farmer's Market and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Milham Park Golf Club. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. Other amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Kalamazoo holiday home, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Bronson Methodist Hospital and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Bronson Health Care Group.
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What's nearby

  • Bank Street Farmer's Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bronson Health Care Group - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bronson Methodist Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Milham Park Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Wings Event Center - 5 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo Transportation Center - 9 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fido Motors Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugarbowl - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 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.

Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.

Step into this beautifully restored Craftsman and let the fun begin! The game room is a paradise for kids and adults alike, featuring shuffleboard, NBA Blitz, foosball, and more.

Off the game room, you’ll find a modern, fully renovated kitchen that flows seamlessly into a large dining room. This space is perfect for cooking, entertaining, or enjoying a glass of wine while catching up with friends and family.

The spacious living room is bathed in natural light from its ample windows and offers plenty of seating, complete with a 65-inch TV for movie nights. Adjoining the living room is a cozy four-season sunroom with a twin daybed, perfect for a morning coffee or an additional sleeping option.

On the main floor, you’ll also find:

A bedroom with a queen bed and a dedicated workstation.
A half bathroom.
A closet stocked with board games for endless entertainment.

Upstairs, the charm continues with:

A stylish kids' room featuring twin bunk beds and a queen bed.
A skylit full bathroom.
A master suite boasting a king bed and an en-suite bathroom.

Outdoor Amenities:

Take full advantage of Michigan’s beauty in the outdoor living space! Unwind in the six-person hot tub, grill out on the patio, or simply enjoy the fresh air with family and friends.

Key Features:

Entertainment: Arcade room with shuffleboard, foosball, and NBA Blitz; board games; 65-inch TVs in every bedroom.
Relaxation: Hot tub, spacious patio, and a cozy sunroom.
Convenience: Washer and dryer, ample parking, Opal nugget ice maker, and workstation with an Epson printer.
Family-Friendly: Pack-and-play, high chair, bunk beds, and extra linens, towels, and pillows.
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Glassware, utensils, pots, pans, wine glasses, baking sheets, Keurig, drip coffee maker, and complimentary coffee.
Essentials Provided: Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Additional Notes:
The daybed in the sunroom serves as the 6th bed and provides the 9th sleeping spot. Please note this room is open to the living area and does not have doors.

For detailed layouts, check out the 2D and 3D floor plans in the photos section.

Guest Access
You’ll have full access to the entire house. Entry is via a secure keypad with a unique code provided before your stay.

Other Things to Note:

For stays shorter than 3 days, the hot tub will be serviced after checkout.
For stays longer than 3 days, a mid-stay hot tub service will be scheduled. We’ll notify you ahead of time to ensure minimal disruption.
Your comfort, relaxation, and safety are our top priorities.



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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Parties are strictly prohibited and will be actively enforced.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo..

Is Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.?

No, Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.?

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

Are pets allowed at Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Historic Craftsman, just 8 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication. Excellent location and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and beautiful, very clean house. Even a lot of extras! Host thought of everything! Check in and check out was flawless! Would recommend 100%. There were six of us and the house was perfect! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful space to bring together the preteens and newly teen cousins. Everyone enjoyed a great ski holiday! Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and welcoming, had many thoughtful touches (sound machines in the rooms, bibs and a high chair available, etc.) We are sensitive to fragrances and were very happy that the house was “fragrance free.”
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family, six adults and a very active 8 year old, just stayed in this home. The game room and hot tub were a hit. The beds were comfy. There was plenty of space for everyone. Communication with Austin was easy. We have family in Kalamazoo and love visiting so we plan on staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation Weekend

This VRBO is top notch!! The house was a perfect spot for our family to enjoy time together after summer graduation. Commencements were early so we had an entire day to BBQ and hang out with our family afterward. The deck fit us and a few friends nicely. Inside was perfectly cool, comfortable and plenty of seating if we needed to be inside. The bathrooms were well stocked with towels, and all the essentials we needed. Awesome lighting throughout the entire house. The beds, bedding, and pillows were incredibly comfortable. Everyone loved the game room, even the grandparents! I was impressed with how clean it was when we arrived! The kitchen had plenty of everything needed, from coffee pot selections to condiments! Well thought out place! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Kalamazoo

Great place and location, close to everything. 8 adults stayed for a weekend of golf and brewery hopping. Plenty of space for all of us. It was stocked full woth coffee, pors, pans and plenty of board and outdoor games. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soccer Tournament

We had an AMAZING stay for our soccer tournament. We had 3 adults and 5 kids. The pictures were true to image. The house was clean and spacious. The game room kept everyone entertained. The host was very accommodating for our schedule. If we come back, we will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for family gathering

We came to Kalamazoo for a family gathering and were so pleased with the convenience and spaciousness of this home. Everything was clean and neat and just what we needed. We loved the game room, the large TVs in every room, super comfy large beds, cozy front den area, and the two full bathrooms upstairs. It was perfect for our family and even our local relatives commented on how nice the house was. Austin was very responsive in booking the stay and also made sure that we had everything we needed during our stay. He even came right over when we decided to grill and ensured that the propane tank was full and ready to go. Our only regret is that we ran out of time to try out the hot tub. Thank you for a wonderful stay! We highly recommended this property for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay in comfy home

House was amazing, clean and they had all essentials needed for a great stay. Had a tree fall right before our stay but they cleared it and fixed the problem right away. One of my better stays ever. Thank you Austin for providing me and my family with a great home to stay for our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister's Weekend

Weekend stay for some sister time. Very nice remodeled house in great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness

kzoo weekend

It was our last weekend of hockey for the season, we had an Irish tourney in Kzoo for our son's team and it was a weekend well spent! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra P J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a fun weekend

Our family had such a fun time. There were a lot of arcade games, Foosball, and shuffleboard bowling. Best of all a hot tub! The area is close to grocery stores and local attractions. We will have to keep this house in mind when we are in the kalalamazoo area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

WMU Theater Weekend

We had THE BEST stay at the Historic Craftsman House. Family flew in and drove in from PA, Ohio and FL to attend a musical at WMU. Very quick drive to the Gilmore Theater Complex on campus and close to a lot of restaurants etc. Everything was very clean, all the amenities were thought of, the kitchen was perfect and included coffee!! The game room and hot tub made it really fun for our college age daughter and 18 year old son. We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect reunion stay

Rented Austin’s place for myself and four friends for our 20th Kalamazoo College reunion. The home is beautiful! The front reading room gets beautiful sunlight, and the house is warm and cozy throughout, even though it’s so spacious. We especially loved winding down on the back porch, and using the hot tub. We’ll look forward to renting Austin’s place again for our 25th!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Fabulous House

This was an amazing house! The kitchen was very well equipped with quality dishes and cookware. The common areas were spacious with multiple areas to congregate. Bedrooms were comfortable. Modern amenities werre throughout and it was beautifully decorated. Austin was quick to communicate. I will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024