Beautifully renovated lakefront house 2 hrs from Chicago on 600 acre lake | House in Marcellus
4 Bedroom House in Marcellus
Relax right on the water at Big Fish Lake, which is a beautiful 600-acre, very low traffic lake (even on holiday weekends)! We spared no expense when we renovated our lake home with top-of-the-line finishes and beautiful furnishings to make your stay away from home comfortable and relaxing.
This property is best suited for up to 8 adults (with no kids) or 2 families of 4 adults and up to 6 children. Max capacity of 12.
Bedrooms consist of mattresses & bedding that are less than 2 years old.
There are 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor:
Bdrm #1 has a Queen Bed, TV and sliding glass door to the lake/backyard (sleeps 2).
Bdrm #2 has a Queen Bed w/full-sized futon & upper bunk twin bed (sleeps 4-5) & TV.
There are 2 bedrooms on the 2nd floor:
Bdrm #3 (lake view) has a Queen Bed (sleeps 2) & TV. There is ample room for a blowup mattress
Bdrm #4 has a Queen Bed (sleeps 2) & TV.
**Twin size inflatable mattress and 2 foam pad mattresses available for use**
All bedrooms have brand new Smart TV's equipped with either cable, Netflix, Apple TV or Roku. High-speed internet/wifi also available.
If you are inclined to cook up delicious meals, our newly remodeled kitchen is fully equipped with anything you might need.
Island seats 4.
Dining table seats 8.
Sofa table folds out for an additional 3 people.
We have a DeLonghi Nespresso coffee maker, regular drip coffee maker, electric griddle, waffle maker, crock pot, toaster, spiralizer, microwave oven, and all the cookware, dishes & utensils you may need. Central A/C & gas forced heat.
Family room boasts of double sliders allowing a grand view of Big Fish Lake. Enjoy the game on the brand new 60" TV that has cable, Apple TV and Netflix. Living room has wood-burning fireplace (wood not included).
Enjoy your meals outdoors and insect free in our lakeside screened patio room with a beautiful vaulted pine ceiling. Dining table seats 6-8 and 4-8 for lounging by the gas fire pit. The patio room is perfect for late night drinks by the propane fire pit and poker/board games away from pesky mosquitos. Speaking of mosquitos, our property is treated for mosquitos all summer long.
Don't feel like cooking? No problem! Walk to The Rock, our nearby restaurant, for a gourmet meal either indoors or al fresco.
Enjoy roasting marshmallows around the backyard fire pit (firewood not provided). Front covered deck boasts of 2 loveseats and a chair that comfortably seat 5.
Our lakeside deck overlooks the back yard and is perfect for a game of bean bag-toss (not included). Large front yard for additional activities such as wiffle ball, baseball, badminton, soccer, volleyball, football, etc. The kids love the cute Amish built playhouse that has a sleeping loft and 2 comfy fold-out chairs.
This all-sports lake is a hidden gem with low boat traffic but welcomes skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding/surfing. Fishing right from our dock is one of the best spots on the lake to fish. The lake is stocked with large and smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, dogfish, perch, bluegill, and crappies.
Sandy bottom shallow entry into lake from the steps of the pier. Pier has space available to dock your own boat. No boat? No Problem! Call Apollo Marine to rent a boat. They will deliver and pick up for your convenience. Use of our paddleboat, 2 stand-up paddleboards, and 2 kayaks are free with rental contract and hold-harmless agreement.
Several golf courses and a driving range in the area. Horseback riding, winery tours and road biking. Plenty of restaurants and entertainment in Marcellus/Lawton/Paw Paw (pubs, restaurants, movies, bowling, ice cream shops, antique shops). There are small mom and pop grocery stores like Wagoners in Lawton, grocery chains like Giant in Paw Paw. Visit the new Wal-Mart in Paw Paw for...well, anything.
Our kids love to take a walk or ride down to the end of the lake to visit the 4 mini-horses.
During winter months:
We are a 10 min drive from Swiss Valley ski resort and 40 min from Timber Ridge Ski Resort with a tubing park. Enjoy ice skating and ice fishing right outside the door on our lake and if that's not your thing, there are several wineries nearby that would love you to swing by for a tasting, open year round.
Our home is a 2 hour drive from downtown Chicago (unless you leave during Friday rush, approximately one hour to Notre Dame/South Bend, 15 minutes to Paw Paw, 30 minutes to Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo.
Our home is well equipped, clean and kid friendly. We have a good assortment of kid and adult games that we leave up year round. Pets allowed on a case by case basis. Absolutely no smoking is permitted in the house.
Other attractions nearby:
AIR MUSEUM- Located in Kalamazoo 30 minute drive
GO KARTS/PAINTBALLING/MINIATURE GOLF- 20-minute drive
Beautifully renovated lakefront house 2 hrs from Chicago on 600 acre lake is located in Marcellus. Beautifully renovated lakefront house 2 hrs from Chicago on 600 acre lake provides accommodation, featuring TV, View, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features TV, View, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Beautifully renovated lakefront house 2 hrs from Chicago on 600 acre lake has 4 Bedrooms , 2 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Marcellus has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Marcellus, 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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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Soap
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Towels provided
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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4 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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Microwave
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Oven
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Lobster/crab pot
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Spices
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Toaster
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Kitchen island
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Washing machine and dryer
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Near laundromat
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Beach towels
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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Welcoming dogs only
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Pet friendly
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1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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Smoke-free property
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Swimming nearby
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Ice skating nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Snowmobiling nearby
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Kayak on site
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Kayaking nearby
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Boat on site
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Jet skiing nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Hunting nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Games
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)
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English
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On the lake
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Computer monitor
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Desk chair
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Desk
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Children's dinnerware
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Playground
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Children's toys
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Children's games
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WiFi available
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Garden
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Fire extinguisher
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Deadbolt lock
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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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
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