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Vacation at Big Lake

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sears, MI
  • Tubs Lake
  • Lake Maloy
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Orient Township Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation at Big Lake

Clean, comfortable, non-smoking property with 3 separate sleeping areas (1 queen bed/2 twin beds/2 full beds), kitchen, full bath, large living/dining area with a three cushion full size couch, futon, and large chair. TV in living area with a dvd player and some movies, also some board games in case of inclement weather. A sandy lake bottom for great swimming. 80 foot dock with row boat and 4 kayaks are included in the rental. There is a 10ft x 10ft deck by the waters edge to lounge on. Picnic table and camp fire pit available, please bring your own firewood. Rental of 20' pontoon with bimini cover and 4 stroke motor is $40 per day and includes gas and life jackets. Pontoon rental is done in person. All bedding, dishes, linens, paper products provided. Some condiments. There is a propane grill in the garage.

Great fishing lake for bass, blue gill, pike, sun fish, walleye, specks, perch. This is in all sports lake with a public DNR launch. You are more than welcome to bring your own watercraft.

Aside from the dvd player, we don't have any tv service at the cottage. There is no wi-fi or internet. We have tried to make this a place to get away from it all. We do not allow pets. There is no air conditioning.

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Property manager

Cody Brown
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sears

Located in Sears, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Maloy and Tubs Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Birch Valley Golf Course. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Sears, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Maloy - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Orient Township Hall - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Crooked Lake - 24 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Eight Point Lake - 27 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Ferris State University - 57 min drive - 72.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mishler's Drive-in - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lamplighter Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sixth And Main - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation at Big Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation at Big Lake ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation at Big Lake ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation at Big Lake located?

This Sears cottage is on the beach, 1.8 mi (3 km) from Lake Maloy, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Birch Valley Golf Course and Tubs Lake. Woods Lake and Orient Township Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Lake stay

Had a great time fishing on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Fun in the sun on Big Lake

Great 5 day stay! The cabin is in a quiet location. Perfect for a family getaway. Most days there were only a few boats on the water. Everyone loved the boat, paddle boards and kayaks. Good fishing off the dock.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my group of 6 total stayed at Cody’s house on Big Lake this past weekend and had the best time. The house is cute and feels like a true lake house. It has everything you would need from a grill to kitchen supplies and we absolutely love the bonfire in the backyard. Being able to rent the boat was a major perk and we spent all day out on it for one of our days there. Cody is responsive and super helpful for any of your needs. Overall we had the best time and would definitely return! Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

D S.

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

Bad Timing for Vacation

I had planned to go off the grid completelyand found this place on the lake to do some fishing and golfing. The place is definitely off the grid ( no internet. No TV stations and cell service is 1 bar G4 so mission accomplished. Unfortunately during my trip the weather had shifted from what was expected to extremely hot in the high 90s and weather advisories for the heat across the nation. There is no AC so was relying on the fans but it just couldn't beat the beat so Ileft early. Great things about this place... fishing is good on the lake or off the pier. Caught bass, crappie, blue gill and catfish. Pontoon boat insight tents for only 40/ day which is unheard of. Small town flair with a few good restaurants in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Grand rapids Michigan

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

We had a Great time

We had so much fun a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Fun weekend away

This was our 3rd time staying here, tons of fun every time. Cabin has everything you need and more. Fishing is great, pontoon is a huge bonus, kayaks are a blast, even had 2 kids kayaks that our 9 year old loved
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Big Lake was a Big Hit

Cody was a wonderful host, and the property matched the description. The amenities were accurate, and we also rented the pontoon boat, which was a stellar way to enjoy the lake even more as a group. The communication was easy and efficient. I've booked rentals for the last 6 years, exploring different lakes in Michigan. Here are some of the things I look for, understanding there is only so much that the host can control:-No swimmer's itch! We were all in the water by the cottage and elsewhere, and both my kids are affected by it.-The site was less intimidating to navigate than it looked, both for the grade and distance to the water. That being said, the garage would not fit our vehicle as the doorway is too low, but it was perfect for the boat trailer or a car, and we had enough space in front. The side entrance of the garage has a very low clearance that definitely got two of us in the noggin, but it is not necessary to use as there is a front and back doorway.-My sister and I are really into birds and it was a joy to watch the loons, herons, kingfisher, and even the sandhill cranes in the field.-The oven, sink, shower, and fridge were all full-sized and worked exactly as they should.-The beds and the furniture were all comfortable and sufficient. We brought our own beach towels as recommended. We brought an ez-up canopy, which made enjoying the deck more comfortable, but they had patio umbrellas we could have used.-The fishing was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

Family vacation.

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Great location. Nice house. The pontoon boat was the cherry on top. Would recommend to anyone and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

July 2024

We enjoyed ourselves. It was our second year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

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

Good times on Big Lake!

We had a fantastic time on Big Lake. It’s absolutely beautiful and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Great location on Big Lake!

You can’t beat the view from this cottage! We had everything we needed including a pontoon boat, fishing boat and kayaks. Cody is amazing and very easy to work with. This was a great place for our family getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Scenic Stay

Our family appreciated the brief taste of lake life. The lake is clear and clean, nice for swimming and fishing. We enjoyed touring it on the pontoon. The views from the home and deck were lovely all day and night. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Perfect getaway

Second time here, we love it. Hoping to stay again. Lots of fishing boating kayaking swimming. Get away from it all and just enjoy time together. House has everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

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

Weekend Get Away

Three bedroom cottage with updated bathroom on the lake. Enjoyed swim area, pontoon and kayaks. Good place to relax, unwind and do some fishing. Cody was quick to respond to any messages.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shirl M.

Great place to stay!

The property was exactly as we expected per the online presentation. The owner was most friendly and helpful. Our plans were to float on the Muskegon River. Rain kept us from doing that but the lake offered us plenty of other options. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Cozy nice

Great place. Not a busy lake even for the July 4th holiday. Location good from other cities for day travel. Host top notch. When sent message Cody responded right away or within an hour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franklin J.

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

Great Place!

We loved this place. It was very clean and organized. We took the boat out 3 days and that was a added perk. The dock was nice to fish off of and it had a great area to swim. Only suggestion is new mattresses, we woke up feeling old. Great communication from owner, questions answered very quickly. Overall we loved it and have already talked about going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed F.

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

Fun week

Cody was very helpful. Check in was easy. Location on the lake was great. We all enjoyed swimming in the lake, kayaking, and campfires at night for s’mores. Fishing was great-even off the dock. Pontoon was nice to take out and ran great. House was well supplied for our week stay. Had a fun week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Steph J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great property but unkempt

Overall we had a great time at the property and even went to the local farmers market. Our biggest negative was cleanliness for both the house and pontoon boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Great Family Vacation

This cabin is great for a weekend getaway to reset and unwind, or a week vacation. Having a pontoon, kayaks and the row boat gave something for everyone to do on the water. It was so nice to get away from everything going on in the world right now and just relax. No one thought about covid 19. Even though it was just for a few days, it was needed. Thank you Cody for a great experience and we'll be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Great getaway for a couple.

We came here for our anniversary, and we had a great time. The cottage has a beautiful view of the lake. In the morning, we would grab a couple chairs, our coffee, and go sit on the dock and watch the fish. You can see lots of stars at night, especially in front of the house. It was really cool to have a pasture with cows grazing across the street. It made for some good photo ops. We enjoyed having the pontoon boat at our disposal for a very reasonable price, as well as kayaks, a row boat and water toys for free. The cottage was very well-stocked, and Evart is conveniently close, and has everything you could need. Cody was flexible, laid-back and very prompt with communication. We had a great time, and definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Great time with the grandkids!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The three grandkids enjoyed the great swimming beach and a ride on the pontoon boat. Rained one day but we enjoyed board games and watched some kids DVDs we brought along. Everything was thoughtfully provided for our enjoyment. Water toys for the kids, wood and kindling for the fire pit for s'mores one night and plenty of kitchen equipment for cooking. Beds were comfortable and the kids had plenty of room to spread out. Nice deck for enjoying morning coffee or evening meals overlooking the lake. Town nearby (Evart)for groceries and ice cream, even a McDonalds. Great swimming area right out by the dock with good shallow water for the kids with nice sand underfoot. Pontoon fee was very reasonable! Would love to come here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

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

Relaxing!

Second year at this property! Love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jean S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriend Get-Away

Plenty of room and great shower. Enjoyed the kayaks and the pontoon once we got it going. Would be good to post step by step instructions on operation of the pontoon. Great fire pit and plenty of camp chairs to sit around it. Kitchen stove/oven and other fans could use a thorough cleaning. Would rent this again. Good weekend with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cody Brown

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Our family has owned cottages on Big Lake since the 50's. In 2017 we bought our own cottage making us the 4th generation to own property on the lake. We chose to share it with others so they too can make their own memories.

Why they chose this property

We offer a laid back, away from it all experience. There is lots to do at this amazing cottage.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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