Title: Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234200/95234164/w914h679x56y4-129b5014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234200/95234164/w904h683x60y0-352fd551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234200/95234164/w684h683x171y0-71f6016f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234200/95234164/w904h683x60y0-d56a62a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234200/95234164/w905h683x60y0-192c48df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the countryside and unwind at this charming cottage. Gaze out the kitchen window to watch sunrise across fields dotted with wind turbines, then relax on the patio as beautiful sunsets unfold. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting Longing for a get away in the country? Follow a gravel road to a cute little cottage with an aqua door. Gaze out the kitchen window and view the sunrise across the field with wind turbines dotting the horizon. Enjoy the patio with its beautiful sunsets.The stars are bright in the clear night skies! And sitting in the camp chairs around the fire pit makes for a perfect evening! Carson city is less than 5 miles away. The friendly town has a lovely grocery store and the best pizza at Main Street. Harolds Dairy Delight is famous for its soft serve lemon icecream cone and has awesome breadsticks! There is a lovely park with walking trails and a splash pad for the kids. Seven Sisters Quilt Shop is a must for anyone that loves to quilt! Lola's Flower Garden has a beautiful display of gifts and flowers. The Muffin Top has all your favorites... from soup and salad, to a soft gooey carmel roll. Middleton is just a short distance to the East of Carson City and has the BEST apple fritters and Pasties in the state! Also a sit down Diner with a buffet. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75620000/75618300/75618263/aad1927c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Remodeled Cottage w/Gfireplace, super close to Fred Meijer Heartland trail Sheridan - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=75618263&PinnedHotelID=75618263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105890000/105887300/105887300/6e7c0379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Road end access to the beautiful Crystal Lake, Montcalm County, Michigan. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.14915%2C-84.81762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R0OaVza_Y9kYOHrl-5Cu-vjOWyc=) Carson City, MI #### What's nearby - Crystal Motor Speedway - 30 min drive - 24.9 km - Crystal Lake - 31 min drive - 25.3 km - Uncle John's Cider Mill - 33 min drive - 39.7 km - The Emerald Golf Course - 35 min drive - 41.1 km - Alma College - 49 min drive - 63.8 km #### Getting around - Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Shiels Tavern - ‬12 min drive - ‪Rusty Nail - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Muffin Top Bakery and Deli - ‬9 min drive - ‪Middleton Diner - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting located? > Situated in Carson City, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Crystal Motor Speedway, Crystal Lake, and Crystal Township Park. Muskrat Lake and Crooked Lake are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retreat! 2 bedroom cottage! Peaceful country setting Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri S. Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Little Location! The Cracker Box was just what we needed for a peaceful overnight stay as we traveled through the state! ##### Terri S. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert D. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome! The Cracker Box is a GREAT little place to stay. We will be using it again when we return to see our family & friends. ##### Robert D. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve F. Jul 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house in the country We enjoyed our stay. It was exactly where we needed to be for a family party. There are few options in the area and this was fantastic. Clean, cute, well stocked and just what we needed for our visit. We will definitely look to stay there again. ##### Steve F. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim G., Indiana Jul 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sooo quiet Very peaceful ##### Kim G. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renae M., Sandusky MI Feb 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet country cottage We only stayed overnight for a school sports event but it was nice. The cottage is well decorated and stocked with essentials. Great communication and delicious homemade muffins 😋 ##### Renae M. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia B. Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay for wedding guests My friends and I booked the Cracker Box for a wedding in Carson City and it was absolutely perfect! The home was clean, updated, fully furnished, and the hosts even left us homemade muffins and fresh cream miked from their cow! I would recommend staying here to anyone! ##### Olivia B. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam C. May 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! I grew up in the area so I knew it well. It was so nice to get back to the true country of dirt roads and farms. So peaceful and that was exactly what we needed due to circumstances of our visit. Kate was a wonderful host and so accommodating. Looking forward to more visits! ##### Pam C. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christal S. Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and secluded The home was a such a welcoming place. The special gift of raw cream and blueberry muffins was so appreciated. I would highly recommend this beautiful property. I would definitely stay again if in the area. Thanks again to Kate and Jeb. ##### Christal S. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathy D. Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful This was very relaxing I loved that there was No tv. Gives you and your spouse good quality time to talk and enjoy time together. We will definitely go back ##### kathy D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paulette G. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding weekend What a great little place! We had a family wedding in the area and we drove from Iowa and this was the perfect place to stay. My son and his friend drove up from Georgia to stay with us. I didn't realize there was not a TV or even internet! But guess what, we all survived! And we were too busy anyway. The Cracker Box, was neat and tidy, the hosts were the best!! Answered our questions quickly, and were very helpful! 5 stars all the way around! Bonus were the fresh blueberry muffins and fresh cream for our morning coffee!! ##### Paulette G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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