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8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 204300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Dowling, MI
  • Place, Bristol Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kellogg Arena
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Firekeepers Casino
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dowling

Located in Dowling, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Clear Lake and Bristol Lake. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Little Mill Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mill Lake.

What's nearby

  • Bristol Lake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kellogg Arena - 24 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Firekeepers Casino - 32 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Binder Park Zoo - 32 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • Gun Lake Casino - 45 min drive - 39.3 miles

Getting around

  • Battle Creek Transportation Center - 24 min drive
  • 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 Pasture Wagon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bedford Steak House - ‬13 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Lakefront Home! Exceptional Reviews!

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
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.
Please load and start the dishwasher with all dirty dishes, and start it, before you leave.
Please put all furniture (inside & outside) and all beach & boat items back to original location, before you leave.
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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

Beautiful Lakefront Home! Exceptional Reviews! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place for a family/group gathering
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Plenty of space for a large crew. Really enjoyed the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place for a weekend getaway! Plenty of room, comfortable beds, plenty of kitchen tools/appliances, lots of board games/puzzles. Very responsive and helpful host. We loved our stay and hope to come back again in the summer sometime to enjoy the water, too! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great at communicating check in and check out information. The house was perfect for our annual Christmas gathering since we have a large family. The house is clean, beautiful, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything needed. The view of the lake was beautiful! It’s perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped with both indoor and outdoor amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf weekend

Great property, house very clean, check in was seamless. Great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is great with plenty of room. We thoroughly enjoyed the lake, fire pit and ping pong. The kitchen is huge and the grill was clean and worked great. The hosts were easy to communicate with, and had everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place for family reunion! Space is flexible to accommodate our group from 6 months to 71. Very quiet lake, super view for anyone who likes looking at water. Already booked again for next year. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay with our large family and would do it all over again. The house is beautiful, as is the lake. The main floor is very conducive to large groups and conversation. There are also multiple areas for smaller groups to congregate. I would highly recommend this property for large gatherings. We loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake House

Best place for a large group in the area! Handles 20 people comfortably. Hosts are super nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Lake Home

We really enjoy this home. The lake is clean and the home is perfect for our annual family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time had by all

Our group of 17 had a great week. The sandy beach for the kids was the highlight for sure. Great property, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends get together

House was perfect for a get together with friends. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Beautiful setting on the lake, property and home were very well-maintained, plenty of space and privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New years trip

Big house, lots of rooms and space for kids to play.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a big get-together!

For a large group, this place has it all. 4 levels, huge fully equipped kitchen, all the things needed for a great time for a large group. We brought 20 people and were all comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Gathering Weekend!

Appreciated the cleanliness, wonderfully stocked kitchen, sleeping arrangements, large lawn and a great clean lake for all sports play! It was perfect for our gathering!! Could have stocked more toilet tissue in each bath Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Very nice place. Plenty of space and had a good time. Thanks!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BARB B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and clean, well-equipped house

Enjoyed our stay and Ray was always very responsive to any questions. House was clean and well-stocked. Enjoyed the lake and the property. Would definitely return to this location and house. Thank you, Ray
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ladarean j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st Lakehouse Stay

Absolutely beautiful property. Ray stayed in contact to make sure we had everything for our stay. It was fully stocked and accommodated our needs. My entire group was pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We loved the house, the property, and the location!!! It was perfect for our family of 8 adults and 10 children. The home was well stocked with four refrigerators, two coffee makers, a Keurig, and lots of spices in the cabinet. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay there again. The owners were very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family

Our family loves fishing, boating, swimming, yard games, cooking and eating, crafting, ping pong and pool and this place provides it all. We've stayed here twice and plan to return next year. It's very hard to find a vacation rental with 8 bedrooms like this place has. The kitchen also has everything good cooks could want. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf trip

Nice large house with lots of beds and space for our guys fall golf trip. Within 25 minutes of all Gull Lake courses. Well equipped for cooking and barbecuing. Communication with owners was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large home was perfect for our group

Our group of 8 senior women stayed for 4 nights. We love to travel together but we prefer to each have our own bedroom. This house was perfect for this. There is a large table in the dining area that was perfect for playing games. The kitchen was well-stocked and spacious. The lake views were fantastic. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just an absolutely wonderful place!

Our whole family, from my husband and I, our kids and their spouses and grandkids could not have enjoyed staying here more! It was clean and the space was big and open and the property offered just about anything you could want! Big grassy lawn, nice sandy beach, raft to swim out to, kayaks and canoe--it was great! Sue was an amazing host! Very friendly, helpful, and prompt in getting back when we had questions. We definitely want to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024