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The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House

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Interior
Dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10262 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

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Pentwater, MI
  • Charles Mears State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pentwater Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Pentwater

When you stay at this vacation home in Pentwater, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce. .This family-friendly vacation home is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Silver Lake State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Charles Mears State Park - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lemon Lake - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Pentwater Lake - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 20 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murphy's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Brown Bear - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Antler Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bortell's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Green Isaac’s - ‬8 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.

The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House

Enjoy your vacation or a family get together in this spacious 4 bedroom 3 bath with the second story as your master bedroom with an office/sitting room and a widows watch on the 4th floor to enjoy coffee in the mornings and see lake views. The home has AC for those warm summer days and nights. The walkout basement has a gas fireplace to relax, enjoy tv and warm up while looking outside at the beautiful woods.
Very close to the locally loved Bass Lake swimming outlet that provides warm water to swim with Lake Michigan right there next to it, enjoying miles of beach to walk. No need to bring or rent these items - there are 3 hard single person kayaks, 2 inflatable two person kayaks, 2 canoes and 2 paddleboards provided for you during your stay to enjoy a short paddle in the outlet connecting to Lake Michigan. You can also paddle the outlet to Bass Lake (570 acres) for sunrise views or excellent fishing. We have beach chairs and umbrellas, assortment of life vests , games - cornhole and a volleyball net along with 3 bicycles for your use. The widows watch is a perfect location to sit and enjoy the viewing of Lake Michigan with its spectacular sunsets and hear the waves crashing along the shore. Each bedroom provides a private deck to sit in tranquility and view the quiet nature. Downtown Pentwater is less than a 10 minute drive, Ludington is only 10 miles away and Silver Lake is about 25 minutes away.
The spacious dining area is perfect for a large group. The kitchen is well equipped with all common needed appliances to enjoy easy grilling on the deck or a large feast for friends or family. There are two refrigerators, a washer and dryer, propane outdoor grill, pack n play, highchair and many other amenities . A firepit is located in the back of the home to roast marshmallows and enjoy the evenings. Also available are smart Roku tv's (in each bedroom, family room and the finished basement) and wireless internet (the wi-fi is great for anyone needing to do some work). Workout equipment is located in the basement area. We have available a queen and twin air mattress. This home is located in a perfect location also for your beautiful fall color tour getaway! Crystal Mountain is about 70 miles from here for winter skiing and fun.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
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

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside at all.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,823 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High chair and Pack 'n Play on site

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
Note from host: No loud music or parties
Long-term renters welcome
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 and 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
NEW Listing Lake Michigan Lake House
NEW Listing Lake Michigan Lake House 2600 sq ft
The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House Pentwater
The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House 2600 sq ft
Booking FOR Fall Lake Michigan Lake House 2600 sq ft
The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House Great for Families
The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House Private vacation home

The Great Escape Lake Michigan Lake House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

katharine S., michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice, plenty of room, clean, great beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Great spot for our whole family. Plenty of space for our entire family which included 4 children under age 2.Was great to be able to wade in the outlet up to Lake Michigan… only about 50 yards.Sunsets and beach were picture perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and the host is very responsive. Maps don’t do justice to how close you are to Lake Michigan. Great for kids and families. Host has anything you need for the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great. Lots of room. Lots of beach stuff in the garage. There were canoes and kayaks that we used to get our beach stuff to Lake Michigan. We just pushed the loaded canoe down the inlet, about thigh high water. There is a small dam just before the lake that we had to portage around and it was difficult if there were other boats from Bass Lake anchored there. There were lots of games and puzzles. We stayed with our entire family which included 3 kiddos under 5. The stairs to the upper level do not have a railing so they are open to floor below which was a little nerve racking at times. There is not an actual view of the beach as there are two large houses between this house and the beach. Overall nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine P.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Michigan Escape

The house was in an awesome location with lots of games, water toys, etc to enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Michigan

It was a lovely house with great amenities. The owner, Rick, was very accommodating and couldn’t be nicer. He told me “you don’t need to bring anything” and he was right! The house had everything necessary for a week at Lake Michigan. The only drawback for me was that it was a bit of a trek through the inlet to get to the beach. The listing was clear about this, but I’m 76 and it was a bit much for me. This is a great place for younger adults and kids - they have bikes, kayaks, a canoe, tons of games, etc. We had a great week and would recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Great Escape was fully equipped with whatever we needed. It was clean and prepared with unexpected amenities that were helpful. Host was great and easily accessible, our group enjoyed the house and the ease of everything. 100% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Winamac Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall break

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach weekend

We had a great stay at this unique property. We loved the proximity to the beach and the quiet of the woods. Rick was a wonderful host and gave us great tips on local playgrounds, fish fry restaurants, and beaches. The house was well-stocked for a group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Fairfield (Cincinnati), Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Beach Home with Everything!!

This home had it all!! A wonderul host who communicated quite well and wonderful accommodations for the 8 of us. The kitchen was stocked with everything you can imagine, even a margarita machine! There were plenty of beach toys, chairs, umbrellas and a giant floating mat for the lake. The canoe came in handy for hauling our beach stuff to the water. Rick, our All-Star Host, was so helpful in recommending places to eat, play or where to get our family photo on the beach. He even called back to make sure everything was going well at the house. We'll definitely be using this VRBO again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robben S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Worked well for a family gathering

We had a nice stay here with family and the house accommodated our group of 5 adults and 4 kids well enough. The access to Lake Michigan through the narrow waterway was fun and the shallows there were great for the young kids to splash around and play. The house itself is a bit treacherous for exploring toddlers, but we were able to block some areas off and make it work alright. The house is fully stocked with everything you might need. The host was very friendly and communicative. The location provided reasonably easy access to the Luddington area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora Jean L., Golden, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Premier Michigan lodging!

The house & location were top-notch, and Rick was an amazing, premier host. We were nine people and were very nicely accommodated. The host supplied pretty much every water equipment and toys anyone could want (non-motorized), and so many games & puzzles & movies for any housebound times. Excellent stay enjoyed by all!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family vacation

Great location. Very well equipped with *everything* a family would need for a secluded vacation in Lake Michigan. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush! Bass Lake access is a big bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H., Livonia, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Get-away!

Everything is wonderful about this place. It's a large and beautiful and super-well appointed house in a great location. The host is friendly, very helpful and responds quickly. Plenty of things to do both at home and in the area. My partner and I really enjoyed our stay and plan to return. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staci C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last minute

Our family rented this property at the end of summer as a last minute getaway. The house was exactly as advertised. Enough activities inside and out to keep everyone busy the entire stay. The owner is a quick phone call or text away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne P., Fond du Lac, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic Family Getaway

Exceptionally well equipped Lakehouse, with a quick easy traipse through the shallows to a beautiful white sand lake Michigan beach. All of the waves and none of the salt of the sea. It was possible to take a kayak in the other direction to Bass Lake (lots of fishing successes!) It was a short drive or longer walk down the beach to Pentwater where there was a selection of three ice cream parlors. (Love HOF!) There is everything at the house that you could possibly need for the beach from beach, chairs, umbrellas, floating islands, towels. Enough space to hide away from the people you were with. The elders enjoyed having balconies off of every room to hang out. The widow’s watch afforded a view of the beach, if you didn’t feel like walking down to see the sunset. The workout equipment helped justify the dietary indiscretions of vacation. Super easy set up for a campfire and s’mores. The kitchen has every appliance you can imagine from popcorn, poppers, crockpots, margarita- maker, toaster oven, perfect size for pizzas and two fridges so you don’t have to lug beverages upstairs. The gas grill got a work-out with our group, as did the washer-dryer. There were plenty of eat-out options but we cooked in for the most-part. We had a front row seat for a thunderstorm and Wi-Fi that allowed us to watch the women’s World Cup soccer and kept the preteen/teenagers happy. Mike was super-helpful with links to all the local attractions. Super!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lake getaway!

This lovely lake house provided our family with a perfect lake vacation. The location (at the junction of Lake Michigan and Bass Lake) provided lots of water and beach access, and there were amenities galore--every type of chair, umbrella, float, toy, etc. you could want for playing in the water. Although we did not use them (because we had a baby with us), there were bikes, kayaks, canoes, exercise equipment, and a foosball table as well. The house was big enough that our party of 8 could spread out, but also had lovely spaces where we could come together and play cards and games, grill burgers and corn, make s'mores, watch sunsets, and relax. Rick was an excellent host and had anticipated all our needs. He gave us a great overview upon arrival and was readily available by phone or text both before and during our stay. The home was well stocked with basic pantry items as well as lots of kitchen amenities, bath and beach towels, a highchair and portacrib, etc. We had a lot of fun relaxing and playing in the waves of Lake Michigan and along the warm, shallow water that connects Lake Michigan to Bass Lake. Many wonderful memories were made in this beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Michigan Getaway

My family and I had an absolute blast staying here. Family friendly! Even had a high chair and pack and play. Beautiful location tucked in the forest with a view from the top story of Lake Michigan. Access to the waterfront from a river. The owner was communicative and extremely helpful. We had such a fantastic time staying here and recommend it as the perfect Michigan getaway. Also, Pentwater and Luddington are so cute with lovely shopping and some good restaurants. Cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Two weeks of fun and relaxation

Our family rented this Lake house for two weeks. Family members were free to come and go during this period of time. There was plenty of room to spread out and enjoy games, cards and good conversation. We had real family togetherness. Walking the channel to Lake Michigan was an adventurous experience as was kayaking down the channel to Bass Lake. The many stairs for a person with any walking disability could be a challenge. The host and hostess were thoughtful, accommodating, and always on call when needed. Happy memories were made by all. Thanks for this special time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property with Lake Michigan and river access

Family enjoyed for Labor Day weekend. We took advantage of being within waking distance to Lake Michigan and had direct access to a small channel / river that connect Bass Lake to Lake Michigan. We enjoyed the kayaks and my son fished on the river daily. Property was very clean and was well stocked with toiletries. Will be plannng a return trip there in future for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K., Saint Charles, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

We had the best stay in Pentwater. Rick was a great host and the house had everything you might need. The kitchen was especially well equipped. This area with the beach and the inlet so close is really just perfect for young children. Thanks for the great week Rick!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake House!

Fantastic lake house for a family vacation. Location is perfect- you can spend time on Lake Michigan, or Bass Lake both of which are accessible just out the back yard via the creek. The kids loved the creek/dam area so much as well- perfect for young ones to swim in. Kayaks, paddle boards and canoes all on the property for guests to use, and all the beach equipment you could ask for! One of the best stocked kitchens we have seen in a VRBO. Owner was fantastic and so helpful whenever we had a question. Great property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake michigan

Love the area
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022