My wife and I needed a getaway from our busy life. The Wilder Creek Cottage was exactly what we needed. This peaceful, slice of heaven was a delight; from the quiet woods, the babbling creek, the soft falling snow, to the pairs of deer who visited us each morning, we couldn't ask for a more serene location.Our hosts have fully stocked the cottage with many amenities not found in a 5 star hotel; fully stocked kitchen and coffee bar (french press and espresso machine!?), comfy chairs for reading books, hot tub and large tub, washer and dryer, and even a TV service with tons of movie and show options.Only 4.5 miles from downtown Marshall; decorated for Christmas (like a Hallmark movie), rich in Michigan (national) history, several breweries, restaurants, shops, walking trails, kayaking river (Kzoo river) there is lots tondo. We even participated in a walking tour of houses built in 1900 and a tea at the governor's house. All in all, highly recommended.