2024 TOP 10 VACATION HOME IN THE US! 5 beds, pickleball, hot tub, gym and more!

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14509 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Sand Lake, MI

Englewright Lake4 min drive
Pilgrim's Run Golf Club5 min drive
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park38 min drive
Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk Room

2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Ladies powder room

Toilet

Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Men's Powder Room

Toilet

Powder Room

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

RECENTLY NAMED BY VRBO AS A TOP 10 VACATION HOME IN THE US! Situated on 175 ft of sandy Baptist Lake beachfront, is a lake house beyond compare. With too many amenities to list, this 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom stunner is a short 30 minute drive to Grand Rapids, and the perfect spot to host a getaway with friends and/or family. Wake up with breakfast in the gourmet chef's kitchen and prepare a coffee using the built in Miele coffee maker, then enjoy it by the fireplace in the screened-in porch area. Once you're fully awake, perhaps you'll head down for a workout in the professional-grade gym, or enjoy a game of basketball or pickleball on the custom court. Ready to cool down? Why don't you take a few steps down to the water? Up for a refreshing dip in the lake? Maybe take the kayak or paddleboards out and check out the stunning views Baptist Lake has to offer. As the sun goes down, enjoy the bar and game area equipped with shuffleboard table, ping pong, darts, and more. If you're lucky, maybe you'll catch one of the many varieties of fish that call Baptist Lake home!
Every corner of this exquisite home is finished with the ultimate in decor and furnishings, so you can rest assured that luxury will surround you day and night.
- wine fridge
- built in coffee maker
- refrigerated drawers
- dishwasher
- large pantry closet
- primary dining room with seating for 12, plus an additional dining area in the 3 seasons room, with seating for 6
- built in double desk/workspace
- mudroom
- 2 sets of washer/dryers plus an additional dryer for wet clothes/bathing suits
- shuffleboard
- ping pong
- dart board
- bar area with additional fridge
- built in ice maker
- 8 televisions
- built in Sonos sounds throughout the home and patio
- 2 fireplaces
- BBQ grill
- hot tub
- outdoor shower
- 4 bikes (2 adult, 2 children's bikes)
- 2 stand up paddle boards
- 2 tandem (2 seater) kayaks
- pedal boat
- large screened in 3 season porch
- heated floors in all levels
- bunk room featuring 2 king and 2 twin beds, plus an adjoining bedroom featuring an additional child sized bed
- loft area over the garage includes 2 queen beds, a living area, full bathroom and kitchenette
- basketball/pickleball court
- with the exception of the front entrance, the property is gated, including the beach - children can't access the beach unless the gate is open, giving peace of mind to parents
- parking for 6+ vehicles, including a 3 car garage.
For security purposes, we do have 4 video cameras mounted on the corners of the home, monitoring activity. There are no cameras inside the home.

Property manager

Lisa Vergeer

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Out of respect for our neighbors, no more than 14 people (total including adults and children) are allowed onsite at any given time.

Lakeside Quiet Hours are 10pm-8:30am on weekdays and from 10:30pm to 9am on weekends.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Sand Lake

Located in Sand Lake, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Huron-Manistee National Forest and Englewright Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Deer Tracks Junction and Arboretum Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sand Lake, MI

What's nearby

Englewright Lake - 4 min drive
Pilgrim's Run Golf Club - 5 min drive
Van Andel Arena - 34 min drive
John Ball Zoo - 35 min drive
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 38 min drive

Restaurants

Rosies Ice Cream & More - 12 min drive
Hilltop Express - 14 min drive
Norther Trails Bar & G - 12 min drive
Pierson Trading Post - 13 min drive
Aiden's Place - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2024 TOP 10 VACATION HOME IN THE US! 5 beds, pickleball, hot tub, gym and more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

25 March 2024

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

Amazing

That word sums up every part of our stay at this VRBO!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miah B.

5 October 2023

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

Amazing

Our family stayed here for a long weekend and the house and property exceeded our expectations. The house was so clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The hosts were some of the best we’ve had — so easy to work with and were always available via text/call if we needed them. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful stay on the water! We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh E., United States

10 July 2023

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

Wonderful family trip, luxury home!

Truly an immaculate home, I couldn't have asked for anything more. The home was practically turn key in regards to bedding, appliances, and amenities. Groceries were easily obtained using instacart although a major grocery store was only a 10min drive away. The added safety of a fenced yard is not to be overlooked--our small children were safe and enjoyed the sandy beach every day. Most importantly, the host is the most responsive and friendly host I've ever worked with in a rental property. We travel w/ P2P rentals 2-3 times per year and have for the last 8+ years. By far, the best host we've worked with, couldn't recommend higher. In short, rent this house, you will not regret it. PS--if you have the chance to rent over the 4th of July holiday, you should, the fireworks over the lake are unbelievable!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

31 May 2023

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

AMAZING SPOT

We had such an incredible time with friends and family at this beautiful house! A great spot that is luxurious and comfortable at the same time. I would 100% recommend! Great communication from Lisa, she is an excellent host.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ronald c.

22 May 2023

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

Great rental even better owner

We had a weekend wedding at the house with a few family members and this house could not have been more beautiful. The pictures don't do it justice. Lisa was also very accommodating and very quick to respond and anything you can think of that you may have forgot, was already provided on the property and top quality. It was overall the best weekend rental we have ever had.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Vergeer

We are four siblings that made our cottage dreams come true together, as a family. We hope you enjoy our home as much as we do, and treat it with the same level of care and respect.

Why they chose this property

When we saw this home on a real estate listing service, we were smitten! After a first visit confirmed that it was just as gorgeous as we'd hoped, we pulled the trigger and purchased this dream property. The furnishing and finishes are truly beyond compare.

What makes this property unique

Lake views from every bedroom in the home, tons of natural light, 3 fireplaces, a gourmet chef's kitchen, and hot tub, fully appointed with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing visit to our beautiful lake home.