Beautiful Home on Benway Lake! | Cottage in Central Lake
5 Bedroom Cottage in Central Lake
PLEASE NOTE: During peak season (mid June to Labor Day), we rent weekly ONLY, (Saturday to Saturday).
Located in the private community of Benway Landing on the Chain, our lakefront French country cottage was designed by national award winning home designer, Robert Martignoni of Building Science Associates.
Nestled in the woods on a private road, the house is built on a slope and offers views of the lake from the large great room, the primary bedroom, the screened porch and the sprawling deck. The floor to ceiling windows in the great room provide plenty of light and add to the spacious feel. The stone (wood burning) fireplace is the focal point in the great room and not only warms the room but provides a romantic ambience on those cold winter nights.
The home features natural pine floors throughout with porcelain tile in bathrooms and carpet in upstairs loft. The gourmet kitchen has a Jenn-Air gas stove with convection oven. New in 2023, we replaced the refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave with new KitchenAid appliances. We also replaced the original dark granite countertops with light, fresh, Cambria quartz countertops.. The new quartz looks beautiful with the painted custom cabinets. There is plenty of storage and all kitchen essentials are provided including a Cuisinart blender, Kitchen Aid mixer, dishes, glasses, serving trays and cookware. The eating area seats eight, with an adjoining enclosed screened porch that seats six to eight more guests.
The main level great room has just been updated with a 55" Smart TV (YouTubeTV), a Blu-Ray DVD player and a new sound bar.
The primary bedroom has a queen size iron bed and a closet with drawers and hanging space. The adjoining bathroom includes a granite vanity, Jacuzzi corner tub, stall shower and linen closet.
The guest bedroom has a full size bed and is next to the main bathroom which has a new quartz vanity and stall shower.
The loft upstairs sleeps five. There is a bunk bed (full bed below, twin above) and a trundle bed with two twin mattresses. There is a wonderful view of the lake from the loft.
The newly finished basement (the stated overall square footage includes the basement) has two bedrooms, a full bath, a wet bar/morning kitchen and a living area with a large 65" Smart TV and an electric fireplace. New in 2021 is the completed game room! The game room features a video arcade game (Pacman, Frogger, Donkey Kong and other "old school" games). The game room also has a foosball table, dart board, stereo equipment, flat screen TV and bar area. It's a fun room!
The first bedroom in the basement has a queen bed and a twin bed and the other bedroom has a queen bed. We also have a roll-a-way bed and a few cots.
The walk out patio provides additional outdoor seating at ground level with easy access to the boardwalk leading to the lake. The fire pit is conveniently located close to the walk out patio and there is an additional seating area across the flagstone path and another down by the lake. Enjoy the new outdoor pizza oven!
The expansive outdoor deck is approximately 10' x 30'. Enjoy the quiet and serene setting gazing at the lake and surrounding wooded areas. There is a gas grill, Adirondack chairs, and a large table with umbrella which seats six to eight. Guests thoroughly enjoy drinking their morning coffee as the sun comes up on this wonderful deck. Enjoy dinner and drinks in the evening!
Attention wildlife enthusiasts! The cottage is located on Benway Lake, which is among the 'Upper Chain of Lakes'. The lakes are perfect for kayaking and canoeing. Paddle through all six lakes on one trip or break this fabulous landscape into day trips. Either way, you are in for a unique kayaking or canoeing experience. We have two one-person kayaks and a canoe for your use, as well as life jackets. Enjoy wildlife such as loons, swans, ducks and turtles. Fish for bass, pike, walleye, and even trout and muskie! We also have a row boat available so if you'd like to bring your own boat motor you can easily attach it.
Please note: There is not a sandy beach at this property, but both Lake Michigan and Torch Lake beaches are just 15 minutes away. We do not permit diving off the dock due to shallow water. However, the lake is fine for swimming, boating and fishing. The maximum depth of Benway Lake is 42'.
The best northern Michigan golf courses are all a short drive away: Bay Harbor, Shanty Creek, The Chief, Hawks Eye, Boyne Mountain, Boyne Highlands, A-Ga-Ming, Antrim Dells and Dunmaglas. The cottage is a great base location for golfer's who enjoy playing a different course each day. Local restaurants include The Blue Pelican in Central Lake, Shorts Brewery in Bellaire and Torch Lake Cafe in Eastport. Classic Pizza in downtown Central Lake has pizza and subs. And, believe it or not, the Central Lake BP gas station (Louie's) on M-88 also has great pizza (order fresh)!
The local grocery store in Central Lake has most everything you will need to cook at home and if not, the larger Family Fare market in Bellaire is a short drive away. There is also a grocery/ hardware store on US 31 just north of M-88 that has tasty fried chicken and ribs ready to go.
Renting a boat? Contact Bedell's Crossing (231-544-8211) the upper chain of lakes. If you'd like to cruise Torch Lake, contact Northaire Resort (231-377-7764) or Torch Lake Pontoon Rentals (231-633-0149).
Keywords: Cottage, Lake House, Cabin; Benway; Upper Chair
Beautiful Home on Benway Lake! is located in Central Lake. Beautiful Home on Benway Lake! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Beautiful Home on Benway Lake! has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Central Lake has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Central Lake, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Jetted bathtub
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3 bathrooms
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Toilet paper
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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5 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Oven
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Paper towels
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Blender
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Microwave
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Washing machine and dryer
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Near laundromat
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Onsite parking
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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Car required
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Marina nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Boat on site
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Basketball nearby
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Kayak on site
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Swimming nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Golfing on site
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Fitness center
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Games
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Arcade/game room
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Stereo
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Books
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Foosball table
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Video games
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Video library
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DVD player
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Music library
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Eco-friendly cleaning products used
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Recycling
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Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)
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English
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Near a health or beauty spa
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On the lake
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Children's games
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Deadbolt lock
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First aid kit
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Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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