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Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wayland, MI
  • Place, Gun Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Yankee Springs Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gun Lake Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
5 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi

Sprawling 2000 sq ft 4 bed 2.5 bath waterfront luxury ranch style home that sleeps up to 11 and all on a wide channel leading to famous all-sports 2680 acre Gun Lake, the largest inland lake in West Michigan. This Gun Lake neighborhood home is the perfect quiet vacation getaway and great place make memories!

All you need to bring are your food, clothing and personal items (toothbrush, toothpaste, shaver, etc), fishing gear if you fish, a boat if you have a boat or plan on renting one on the lake, and you're good to go!

Gun Lake is extremely popular for competition fishing, pleasure boating, skiing, tubing, and swimming off the small beach we have at the house in the extra wide channel or off a boat or at one of the public beaches on the lake. There is a large yard, private deck as well as a private dock to enjoy the quiet waterfront lifestyle relaxing on the deck or on the boardwalk watching the fish and ducks. If staying in the warm months, you can use the kayaks, paddleboards, or moor a boat at the dock as there are both cleats and bumpers ready for you in the extra wide channel.

The living room boasts cathedral ceilings and is spacious and opens up to the dining area/Kitchen. The kitchen features all new top of the line stainless steel appliances, solid surface countertops, breakfast bar with stools, and dining area. The kitchen is stocked with almost anything at your own home, from the waffle maker to the griddle for pancakes, to the coffee maker, to silverware and all the plates and cups and other utensils and such you would expect..

There are 3 bedrooms that have king size beds and also each have a dresser, night stand, lamp, flat screen smart TV's, new carpeting. closet and ceiling fan for relaxing on vacation. The 4th bedroom/family room is off the kitchen and features not just a bunk bed but also a twin size bed, and a queen size hide-a-bed couch and a Roku TV.

The large deck is great for relaxing in the shade as it is on the N side of the house away from the sun and even has a natural gas grill for making burgers or sizzling up some steaks or fish and enjoying the relaxing waterfront neighborhood atmosphere.

The washer and dryer are there for you to use as well as detergent and fabric softener, so no need to ever visit a laundromat while staying here and you don't need to bring cleaning supplies. We also have everything like washcloths, body shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.

There is Charter Spectrum high speed Wi-Fi so you can watch streaming movies or TV shows or get work done while everyone is out on the lake in the warm months or while skiing or ice fishing in the winter.

For Spring/Summer/Fall guests there are 2 paddle boards, 2 one person kayaks and a 2 person canoe that are by the beach area awaiting captains! There is also a fire pit area great for cooking hot dogs and marshmallows.

For winter guests the ice is great for skating and ice fishing, just make sure it is solid and take all necessary precautions like wearing a provided life vest over your coat and don't ever do it alone just to ensure safety. For those planning to ski at one of the nearby ski resorts, just know that by car Bittersweet Ski Resort is only 22 miles or 28 minutes away, and Timber Ridge is only 26 miles or 34 minutes away. As long as the nights are below freezing these resorts make their own snow and usually are open and everyone has a great time.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dog(s) $50/day/ea. No barking
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pet fee $50 per dog per day, 2 dogs max. No barking can be heard by neighbors or left unattended. $500 fine if neighbors complain or damage done.
Township rules only allow for a maximum of three vehicles at any time. No exceptions.

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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wayland

Located in Wayland, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Yankee Springs Golf Course and Mullenhurst Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yankee Springs Recreation Area and Edger Waterfowl Production Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Wayland, MI

What's nearby

  • Gun Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Gun Lake County Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Payne Lake - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Yankee Springs Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Gun Lake Casino - 10 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harvest Buffet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Social Bar & Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪CBK - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gun lake 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Home w/2 car garage, kayaks, paddleboards, free Wi-Fi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Gun Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Angel Lake and Gun Lake County Park. Yankee Springs Township Park and Little Payne Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rishi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. Nice size bedrooms, well stocked kitchen and comfortable family room. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Gun Lake. John was very communicative and helpful. We loved the house, the channel, and the lake and hope to be back again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Family Get-Away at Wonderful Gun Lake House

This lake house was perfect for our family vacation. Owner was thoughtful to provide all the extras like beach towels, toiletries, laundry items, etc. Kitchen was well stocked with all the right appliances and very nice dishes and silverware. Our family loved the 3 king sized beds!!! Property was well groomed. House was very clean and neat. We would recommend this house to anyone wanting a wonderful stay on Gun Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and the perfect size for the 4 of us, although it would easily accommodate quite a few more people. I really appreciated the very comfortable bed and living room furniture! Everything was clean, and the kitchen was well stocked. There were also TP and paper towels. We rented a boat and the dock was easily accessible at the edge of lawn in this quiet neighborhood on one of the canals. There were 2 casual restaurants and the grocery/liquor store very close by, too. John was very responsive to the couple of questions we had prior to arriving, and the digital lock code made it very simple to come and go. The lake itself is wonderful with a shallow, sandy bottom over most of it where you can anchor and play. It's also really big with no houses along a large stretch of it where the Yankee Springs Recreation Area is situated. The four of us have rented houses together for over 20 years, and this house ranks right near the top. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale R., Glendale AZ

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

Our Gun Lake vacation.

Five star facility and a five star host. We enjoyed every moment of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristine h.

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

Family time

The home was perfect for our stay. We were even able to attend the county fair!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Family fun.

Perfect location, had everything we needed. Host was easy to work with. Lots of boating, fishing, swimming and sunset boat rides.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam d.

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

4th of July vacation

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and John was a great host and very responsive. We had 9 in our party (6 adults and 3 kids), and the house had plenty of space for us all. I would suggest a bigger patio table and a couple of outdoor lounge chairs to complete the outdoor entertainment space, but all in all, a great place to stay with the family! Thanks John for a wonderful home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Memorial Day weekend with the family

John’s house was very clean, updated and well stocked. We met John and his son David upon our arrival. They were very friendly and helpful. John even asked us if we needed anything from the store when he made a trip there. We would consider staying at his house again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Great Family Vacation Spot!

The house has clean, uncluttered and comfortable living space, tidy bathrooms, comfortable king-size beds in the primary bedrooms, plenty of hooks where you need them, and an easy kitchen to cook in and prepare food. The yard had a nice deck, shade trees and sunny areas providing plenty of space to relax and launch the kayaks, and enjoy the fire pit. Gun Lake is a large and deep lake which made fishing great; large mouth bass and northerns were the largest catches, with blue gills and perch the easy catches. Having a marina right on the lake made pontoon rental a breeze. The Russo’s Pizzeria, very nearby, was another great resource in the area! All this provided a great family vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

This is what you want a VRBO experience to be like.

Our host was fantastic - always professional and prompt in all our conversations. He wanted to make sure we were ready for arrival and even checked in with us during our stay to make sure everything was OK. The house was exactly as described - no surprises at all. The kitchen was very well equipped, all the towels and linens were what we expected. The house was big enough that any of us could have our space yet still feel part of the group. We were there for Thanksgiving, so we didn't take advantage of any of the water or boating facilities, although they, too, appear to be top-notch. In summary, we were very happy with our hoist and our stay. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

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

Amazing place

John was amazing. Easy to reach for any questions and checked in with us several times during our stay. The home was great!! There were several extras that I just loved, like extra towel hooks for all of us in the bathroom. No looking for places to hang wet towels in your room. First time I have seen that and it was a big plus! We had plenty of life jackets to choose from so we all could be in the water at the same time if wanted. And the paddle boards and kayaks were perfect. Great place for the kids to stay safe too! We fed the ducks while there (they stayed at the neighbors). We also got a can of corn and fed the fish and had a few turtles come up. They liked like cut up hot dogs too!!! All the neighbors we talked to were super nice. Close to the stores if you needed to go grab something. We cooked at the house every night so I do not have a review on the restaurants. The beds were comfy. Plenty of pillows to choose from. There are dressers where you can put you clothes if wanted and hangers in the closets. The room with bunks was perfect for the kids. They were able to get away and have their own place to have fun. Plenty of towels for us all as well as toilet paper and paper towels. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place to stay with many bedrooms so everyone had their own space. Overall great and would stay again. My main critique is that the listing does not detail the hard 11 PM quiet time in the neighborhood. It was disappointing to get those details a few days before. We would have loved to enjoy the fire pit and the deck at night but what’s the point in starting a fire if you have to go inside in an hour or 2. That should be included in the initial information in my opinion. The house also has very hard water and the smell is so overwhelming for face washing and showering.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was there. The rooms were clean, the kitchen well stocked with cooking implements. Would use this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful, clean and spacious home for our family reunion on Gun Lake. Close to everything! The kitchen and bathrooms were well equipped too. John was an excellent host. We would stay here again. Thank you John!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre-communication was awesome we were able to check in a little early the first day. Everything was cleaned and well stocked including waffle maker which we used every day. All facilities were in great condition and the 4 bedrooms were all huge with plenty of space for everyone. Grill , deck & yard is where we spent most of our time and location was perfect. 2 minute drive for ice cream and a 11 minute walk to pizza & drinks!! We will be staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booked this place two years in a row my grandkids absolutely love it. Easy check-in, roomy beautiful house with a Sandy beach area & gun lake access. John is very easy to work with. Plan on coming back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and had all the amenities we could ask for. We especially enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. John was a great host! He replied promptly to any questions we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great vacation

We had our 2 sons and their families with us for a wonderful vacation. This house was very nice, clean, amd spacious. They had about everything you would need there. The bedrooms are very large and on the other end of the house which is nice with a large family sharing the house. Kitchen is large and outdoor area is very nice. Would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the peaceful and serene location of this home and spent many hours on the deck enjoying the channel views. Mattresses are so comfy. Home is very well maintained. John, the owner, went above and beyond in purchasing a new Keurig and making certain that we had everything we needed. He was willing to take us for a lake tour on his pontoon (for a reasonable fee). Restaurants within 5-10 minutes include Russo’s, The Curley Cone, C’s BBQ and the Sandbar. Thank you, John!Sherry, Dawn, Gayle and Ellen
View of home from the driveway. Yes, you can park in their garage.
View of home from the channel.
Sunset on Gun Lake.
The Gun Lake swans that actually nest on a nearby channel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Nice home and quiet neighborhood .

Enjoyed a relaxing vacation, clean and spacious. Comfortable King sized beds in three bedrooms. Would recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti and Tom B.

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

Would certainly recommend!

Enjoyed our stay at Gun Lake. Everything was comfortable and clean. Our grandkids enjoyed the hot tub and the kayaks! Restaurants were minutes away. Would certainly like to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Family wedding

Our family really enjoyed our visit to Gun Lake. The house is filled with all the conveniences of home, which made cooking a meal easy. The beds and linens were comfortable and clean. The host was very accommodating and answered quickly.The neighborhood is quiet, which made for a very pleasant, relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Book here - you won't be disappointed

We had a great time at this rental!! It had everything we needed, the location was great, we rented a boat and tied up at their pier, used the kayak, enjoyed the hot tub. You know how some places offer you a thimble full of supplies (dish soap, paper towels, laundry soap, etc) when you get there? Well that won't happen here. The owner seems to care about our experience and we had everything we needed. Nice quiet neighborhood, great deck. We bought wood but didn't get a chance to use the fire pit - maybe next time. Owner was responsive. We would absolutely rent again. Thanks, John.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Cremer

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My name is John Cremer and I'm a Realtor with Five Star Real Estate. My wife Sally and I met in college here in West Michigan. Sally is from West Lafayette, Indiana and I grew up in Colorado, Florida, Michigan and then primarily the Chicago area from ages 10-18. As kids, my family vacationed in Michigan, and my favorite memories are right here on Gun Lake. When we got married we settled down here in West Michigan and just love it here. We try to bring the best of vacationing in Michigan to life for guests. The photo above is my brother and sister and our dad as we all spent time at the house with our families.

We also own several other properties on the lake (VRBO Property #7497835 and 4479459) and have loved Gun Lake and all the memories we have made so far over the years. Sally and I have been married now for 26 years and have been blessed with 6 amazing kids who love to come to the lake. We reserve the dates we need each summer and allow others to enjoy the rest and we are excited to know that our guests at our houses are making great lasting memories. We look forward to hearing about your vacation and all the fun memories you made as well!

Why they chose this property

When we went through this home we fell in love with it but we can't be there all the time so we want to make sure it is enjoyed.by guests that are looking for a great vacation spot.

What makes this property unique

This house is basically all on one level on the main floor once inside. There are only two steps up to the front door or door in the family room/4th bedroom into the kitchen area. All hallways & entry doors as well as the sliders are 3 ft wide, and the main floor master suite has step-in shower. There is main floor laundry, huge driveway, and lots of space to relax inside and on the deck and obviously out on the open water which is only a short pontoon ride away. This channel is very quiet and there is not a lot of boat traffic or waves, and it is primarily owner occupant properties around. The lake is very fun and a great place to make memories!

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