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Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake)

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Sears, MI
  • Place, Lake Maloy
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Orient Township Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Woods Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake)

Little cottage (400 sq. ft.) will remind you of going to Grandma's cottage. Main living area is a combination kitchen, living and dining room, open to the rafters. Lakeside bedroom has a double bed, roadside bedroom has a twin bed with a twin trundle bed. The double bed size futon in living room provides additional sleeping area. Bathroom has a single stall shower.

TV, DVD player, some DVDs, books, games and cards are stocked for a rainy day.There is no Wi-Fi or cable. The lakeside of the cottage is open for a lake breeze, there is a ceiling fan in main room. Each bedroom also has an oscillating stand fan.There is no air conditioning.
Towels and bed linens are provided along with some basic kitchen condiments, grilling spices and grilling tools.
Outside amenities include a dock with a sandy swimming area, rowboat, paddle boat, fire pit, picnic table and a gas grill. Firewood is for sale locally. Rental rate is $90.00 per
night plus the 6% state required use tax (total of $94.40)
There is a three night minimum stay.

Big Lake is a deep, spring fed all sports lake with a public access if you bring your own boat. Nearby Evart is the home of the Dulcimer and non-electric music festival in July, as well as the Woodcarvers Festival in June. It also has a Saturday farmers market and free concert. Rafting, tubing, and kayak trips are available on the nearby Muskegon River. The Pere Marquette State Trail is two miles from the cottage for hiking and biking. Lake Michigan is about 1 1/2 hours away for a nice day trip.

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Amenities

Laundry
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sears

Located in Sears, this cottage is on a lake. 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.
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Sears, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Maloy - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Orient Township Hall - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Woods Lake - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Tubs Lake - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Crooked Lake - 17 min drive - 21.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sixth And Main - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lamplighter Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Michigan Eagle Family Rec Center - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake)?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake) on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$157, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Vintage Cottage on Big Lake (yes, that's the name of the lake) located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Maloy and within 6 miles (10 km) of Orient Township Hall and Birch Valley Golf Course. Tubs Lake and Woods Lake 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. 92 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Very Nice Stay

Easy check in process, quiet area, right on the lake, great place to unplug and relax :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RAE F.

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

Great Spot

My son and I stayed a few nights, and this place is awesome! And great fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

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

Great Location

My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay at this cozy little lakefront cottage. My family stayed there every summer when I was growing up, so it was fun to return with my bride and enjoy the place for ourselves. The dock area is fantastic for quick water access and the ability to enjoy the lake at a moments notice. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend anyone interested in staying here to book it as soon as possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picked the area because of frequent trips,first time at Big Lake. Caught some nice Bass and northern pike. NICE LAKE!!!! Was like glass most ofthe weekend. Great weather, great weekend!Thanks to Lin great host and communicator.!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

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

Great little get away

GREAT LAKE ACCESSIBILITY right off the dock fishing ,two boats.Very clean and furnished with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, vintage. Enjoyed the lake view, and the quiet until Labor Day visitors filled the area. Good base for visiting family and friends in the area. Downside was the slope from the car to the cabin. Difficult for knees not in the best shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terica M.

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

Excellent/great fishing

I came to cozy cottage on big lake with my family .We drove almost 3 hours to get there it was defently worth it we caught lots of fish very quiet relaxing and we will defently be back .Lin was a great host always responded very quickly.He left a sheet with events and a welcome note cottage was clean and so relaxing .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara R.

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

Getting Back to Nature

Wonderful stay with easy water access for kayaking and a nice fire ring for evening fires.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine B.

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

Amazing and Affordable

For 87 a night, you don’t normally expect to get a cabin *on a lake*, complete with boats you can use, but this place has it. It also has a shed for bike storage. Has everything you need inside as well, including a wide variety of cooking spices lol. Host is incredibly attentive and accommodating. 20/10, would 100% recommend to anyone looking for an affordable vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice and was big enough for me and my aunt. The view was beautiful. Glad it wasn’t too warm at night don’t realize the house didn’t have air. There were a lot of spider webs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie B.

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

Fun Trip at a Cabin in Sears, MI

Had a great time in this small cabin in Sears on Big Lake. Caught some fish, went to town, hungout, relaxed, peaceful, and quiet. It was a nice vacation. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a little cabin up north.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cade W.

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

Weekend trip

The cottage was an awesome stay with a beautiful view every morning. The pedal boat was a blast and the lake was enjoyable. Will definitely be coming back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

A Vintage Northern Michigan Cottage Experience

This is a beautiful waterfront cottage with everything you need, all items well thought out, plus comfortable beds for sleeping. Very peaceful location near Evart, a quaint small town with a great walking trail and a fantastic used bookstore.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

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

Amazing!!

The cleanest rustic cabin we've ever stayed in. Lynn is amazing! We look forward to booking again. We loved everything about our stay. Thank you soo much for sharing this amazing treasure with us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

An unforgettable cottage experience on Big Lake.

A truly cozy cottage. It took me back to some wonderful childhood & young adult experiences on the lake. Ambiance is 5 star rated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Our Getaway

We were amazed on how stocked it was, and we bought a lot of our own things to use. It’s quiet and peaceful and that’s exactly what we needed. I have been stressed out about work and my fiancé has been stressed out also. This is the kind of place to go to relax, there’s no WiFi so you can go fishing, boating, barbecue and have a bonfire. We had an amazing time.
Picture of the lake
Living room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

A cozy getaway...

The cabin has everything you could need and sits on a very quiet lake. Lin communicated everything very well and was easy to work with. The place was very clean! We used the paddle boat and fire-pit daily, did some fishing, and mostly just relaxed. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim d.

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

A little tight for 4 adults

The accommodations had everything and more. The owner anticipated every need in the kitchen, bathroom and things to do. The lake is clean and clear. Great fishing - caught pike and bass. Highly recommend the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelae O.

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

Awesome getaway

I took my two daughters 23 & 13 for their birthday getaway. My youngest caught tons of fish and we absolutely loved the paddle boat!! Friendly neighbors and quiet atmosphere!! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalia C.

Great price & we really enjoyed being right on the lake and had fun using the rowboat. It’s a nice clean lake with a bunch of fish in it. The cabin is super rustic as described so be prepared for no AC, no WiFi, and the interior has open wiring all over and didn’t feel clean enough to walk around barefoot. If you cook- most knives in the kitchen drawer looked rusty. It was not made clear that the garage you are instructed to park next to is not actually part of the property but owned by a neighbor. The garage was opened at times with people going in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

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

Relaxing at the Lake

We had a great stay at Lin’s cottage. It’s nothing fancy and just the basics- but all we needed! It was a great opportunity for our little family to unplug and spend some time together. My son loved the paddle boat and looking at fish off the dock. We did an easy drive to Lake Michigan one day and enjoyed the fireworks on the lake. Lin was easy to communicate with and check in was super easy. Thank you! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A friend and I stayed here 6 nights & 7 days. As 2 ladies in our 70’s, the cabin was cozy with all the essentials for getting away from the rat race of the city, and technology distractions. It is rustic and simple, nothing fancy, but It’s peaceful, with two bedrooms, a bathroom with great hot water, all the kitchen essentials and a lake view that is unparalleled, with an outside firepit we used each night for roasting marshmallows and hot dogs. We used the paddle boat more than once. Quaint towns are nearby if you love history, including Cadillac, Clare and an Amish community. The hosts have a second lake house next door, (Lin & Robert) and were so very nice. They even gave us a ride on their pontoon boat. I would highly recommend this place, not only for the simplicity and serene atmosphere but because the hosts are so nice, which is so important! I’m from Texas and this was my first experience in Michigan, and I and my friend hope to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey B.

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

Just the basics

Just be aware there is no insulation in this place. If you go in the summer there are only fans for A/C, and you if you go in winter I saw only 1 heater for the whole place. Me and a buddy just needed somewhere to sleep each night while we were up riding motorcycles for the weekend, so it was fine for us, but I won’t be bringing my girlfriend here anytime soon. I have Verizon and only had one bar… would have been nice to see Wi-Fi offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not good

Getting there was fine. It was hot and with windows open and all fans on still hot. There were no comfortable chairs just table chairs. There was a long list of what you were supposed to do before you left. It wasn’t the cleanest. There were no doors on the bedrooms just a wall between. Nice view. I liked sitting and watching the boats on the water. Would I go there again. No
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
Dear Mary, I am sorry that you were disappointed with your stay. I strive to provide a positive experience for all visitors. I realize it was hot. With temps in upper 80's and high dewpoints, I was hot in my cottage also. Usually there is an onshore breeze that helps considerably. Unfortunately it came from the opposite direction during your stay. The living area is basically 1 room and photos clearly show the furnishings. The list of expectations at checkout is quite common with other hosts and primarily speaks to removing refuse and securing the dwelling. It is also provided to the guest at booking I wish you the best in your future travels..
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cathie N.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Second time not the charm.

Stayed here twice. First time 5 stars. This time no. Mouse poop in one of the beds (really?) and even though checkout was ten, lawn company showed up at 8:45, asked us to move our cars (nowhere else to put them), had a talk with an employee, who then called the host who called me to tell me I HAD to let them mow. Left shortly after 9. Not nice. Won’t be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
I have a high standards for cleanliness. I did have a mouse in the house several weeks age which I caught. I continued to set traps, and did not have any activity or see further evidence of a mouse in the house, so recently removed the traps. I did not know there was a problem until this review posted and have already taken steps to address this issue. I give everyone in my VRBO correspondence and in a welcome note at the cottage my personal contact info and ask my guests to contact me with any problems or questions. Had I known about this situation, I could have immediately provided clean bedding and addressed the issue in a timely manner. With regard to my lawn service, they cannot work around rental occupancy. They are in and out very quickly and I have had no previous complaints about them. It is much less intrusive to mow in the morning than when people are outdoors with lawn chairs, bonfires, towels ,picknicking , etc later in the day.

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