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Lakeside Retreat Near Grand Rapids: Private Dock, Kayaks & Sunset Views

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a calm lake with a dock and a grassy area.
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A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to a deck.
Two cars parked in front of a white building with a black X-shaped window.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a bench, a window with blinds, and a surfboard decoration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Alto, MI
  • Place, Campau Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Van Andel Arena
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alto

Located in Alto, this cottage is a 1-minute drive from Campau Lake and 8 minutes from Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe. .This cottage is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park and 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Davenport University.
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What's nearby

  • Campau Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 15 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Van Andel Arena - 21 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Downtown Market - 22 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Gun Lake Casino - 31 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Rapids Station - 24 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nighthawk - ‬3 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.

Lakeside Retreat Near Grand Rapids: Private Dock, Kayaks & Sunset Views

Unwind at this peaceful lakefront cottage on Campau Lake, just 15 minutes from Grand Rapids. Perfect for couples or a quiet getaway, this private retreat features direct water access, a private dock, kayaks, and stunning sunset views.

Enjoy slow mornings by the water, paddle the shoreline, or relax under the stars in a calm, low-key setting.

The Home:
2 bedrooms with queen beds
1 pull out queen size sofa bed in the living room

evenings:
Fully equipped kitchen
sleeps up to 6 (ideal for couples)

Lake Life:
Private dock and shallow, sandy bottom entry
kayaks included
Great for swimming, floating, and fishing
Boat launch nearby

Location:
15 minutes to Grand Rapids dining and breweries
A few steps away from a bike path around the lake

Good to know:
Quiet setting
Shallow water near dock (no diving)

Perfect for guests seeking a relaxing, waterfront escape with easy access to Grand Rapids.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which has a kitchen. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Lakeside Retreat Near Grand Rapids: Private Dock, Kayaks & Sunset Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage with beautiful sunset views over the lake! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The beds were very comfortable but the sofa bed in the living room wasn’t the easiest to manage. The property is well stocked and the location is lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage, gorgeous sunset. Clean with very comfortable beds. Quiet, safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026