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The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake

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A residential dock with a wooden deck, a white dock chair, and a house in the background.
A residential area with a pathway leading to a house with a porch.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and patterned rugs. There is a window with curtains, a door, and wall art.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a black refrigerator, a stove, and a sink. There is a trash can and a wooden table with kitchen utensils.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gravel Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Lawton, MI
  • Place, Gravel Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards Winery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Michigan University
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake

Check out this cute cottage located on a 300 acre fresh water recreational and fishing lake in the southwest Michigan. Just south of Lawton at exit 60 off of 94. You will be enticed by the quiet beauty of this channel property. Offering lake access and a dock to store your boat or a rental during your stay. The cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, Living room, sunroom/eating area and full kitchen. Can sleep 4 with 2 twins, a queen . Newly redecorated, with all the comforts of home. The kitchen is fully equipped for you to make your own meals or head to the towns of Lawton and PawPaw which are a quick 5-10 minute-drive away with wineries, breweries and multiple delicious and quaint eating establishments. You will pay only our nightly rate , a nominal cleaning fee and the fee charged you by VRBO. We pay our own taxes and our own VRBO fees ourselves and don’t nickel and dime our guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please ensure that all children have life vests
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and 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
Set heat to 65 for the winter months. Set air to 82 for the summer months
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4654234
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

Lawton

Located in Lawton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lawton Golf Club and St. Julian Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sora Meadows and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Lawton, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Warner Vineyards Winery - 17 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Wings Event Center - 34 min drive - 58.3 km
  • Western Michigan University - 34 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Kalamazoo College - 37 min drive - 58.9 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 39 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Final Gravity Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wakey Jake’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

As of 14 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake on 12 September 2026 start from NZ$850, 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.

How much is parking at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House - Cozy cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Gravel Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Woolfe Park and Lawton Golf Club. Lake of the Woods and Little Fish Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and had everything necessary for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A plus
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great vacation. We were visiting family in Kalamazoo, but it was great to have our own place. Water view was pretty. Our boys fished on the dock all day long. Kayaks were great! We had a camp fire every night. Fun watching boats go past.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Demi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Sue! We had a wonderful weekend. We would come back again 100%. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful location. Thoughtful amenities. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly enjoyed are stay at the cozy cottage on gravel lake! We would definitely stay there again.. thank you to the owners
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage on beautiful Gravel Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Perfect Relaxation

Enjoyed our stay and the peaceful relaxation of the deck. Very grateful for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerilyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake house was comfy and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Great lake house stay

This place was so peaceful and everyone I encountered was friendly. Cozy, clean cabin on the channel of a nice lake. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

Family Fun

We had a blast staying at our Gravel Lake Rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great stay

Even though the house square footage is small it makes up for it with plenty of outdoor space and easy access to lake. Definitely worth the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Quiet, cozy home by the lake

We really loved staying here. Was perfect for our little family. Very cozy and perfect for access to the lake. Also in a nice area of southwest Michigan. Would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

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

The boathouse

Truly an amazing stay. Loved everything about the place. Some cleaning needs done but overall we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property's large deck at edge of the channel should have a six-star rating. Great place to sit, read, wave at boaters slowly passing by in the no-wake zone. Enjoyed the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

t a.

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

Relaxing Family Time

We had a really great time. The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Peaceful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Fires at night, watching boats all day, read, relaxed, and had good food and fun at The Rock
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JohnMichael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect little getaway on Gravel lake! Super cute and great location! Wonderful backyard space and great customer support. There is no laundry however so be mindful of that. Has all the necessities provided, we will certainly be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Peaceful with great hosts.

Very nice and quiet cottage. Hosts are good with listing and communition. I would definetly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Everything was perfect

Amaizing place for relaxing with your family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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

Fall Getaway

Enjoyed our stay at the lake cottage. Host was very quick to respond to all questions. It was off season, so pretty quiet, but still relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay .. come back and see us again sometime
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring weekend

Beautiful little waterfront cabin. Perfect for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Summer 2025

Had a wonderful week this is our fourth year coming to gravel lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

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

Beautiful lake location

Cottage was perfect for our family and convenient for swimming and kayaking. Kitchen was well stocked and the view while dining was awesome. Really enjoyed the deck watching the pontoons and boats go by....the evenings were especially nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Andy, Kathryn and Sue

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Andy,Kathryn and Sue enjoy being property owners as they get to meet many different travelers and share the beautiful lake properties.

Why they chose this property

This cottage it not big but the outdoor living area is beautiful and the open concept make this gem feel much larger than it actually is.

Languages:

English

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