[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118700/27118657/7d2a09ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118700/27118657/ae7aa776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118700/27118657/6d044f9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118700/27118657/f6cba6db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118700/27118657/2886720e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled near the quaint town of Hastings, Michigan, Joyful Retreat Cottage offers a serene lakefront escape. Surrounded by beautiful Long Lake views from the living room's large windows and overlooking deck, unwind with family in this cozy retreat. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Outdoor space - Lake view ## 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. ### 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake SLEEPS: 6 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 1.5 \*Lakefront-directly on Long Lake Near the quaint town of Hastings, Michigan where you normally find everything you need, from restaurants, parks, Starbucks and Walmart. you'll find the Joyful Retreat Cottage. Just a 15 minute drive outside of town, through the beautiful tree-lined Dogwood Drive roadway leading to the cottage, you see beautiful Long Lake. Park your car just off the quiet road and walk down the 18 steps to the entryway for the cottage. Each step leads you closer to your relaxing vacation. Enter the cabin and you'll be surrounded by the comfortable-sized kitchen. No need to trip over each other as you are preparing the family meal here. We have the ideal table for playing cards, just off the kitchen. Around the corner, you'll find 2 bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen-sized bed and the other twin bunk beds. There is also a bathroom on this main level. A few feet away, the living room is large and overlooks Long Lake. Large windows line the wall to let you soak in the gorgeous lakefront. In the corner of the living room, you'll see a stairway leading to the lower level. On the lower level, you'll find an additional bedroom and bathroom, plus easy access to the outside deck overlooking Long Lake, plus the stairway down to the swimming area. The lower level has lower ceilings. If you are 6'2" or taller, it may not be comfortable for you to walk around. The swimming area has a sandy bottom. If your kids would like to build a sand castle, they can do so at the property next door (owned by the same couple, as they are working on the renovations. You will have no next door neighbors during your stay, as the other cottage is being thoroughly renovated. No work will be done during your stay. Enjoy soaking in the traditional cottage experience here at Joyful Retreat! Your family will feel the joy of being together here! Bedroom Layout: Bedroom #1: Main floor~queen size bed Bedroom #2: Main floor~twin size bunk bed Bedroom #3: Lower level (Walkout to lakefront) -Queen size bed. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Air conditioning: Central air! We also have 2 box fans if you need them. Beach: While there is not a wide sand beach, the bottom of Long Lake is sandy. Plus, there is a sandbox next door for your sole use. (Same owners working on a full renovation, so you won't have neighbors during your stay.) Boats: We have 1 canoe, 1 paddle boat and 2 kayaks for you to enjoy on the lake during your stay. Dock: Bring your boats! There is a public boat launch at the end of the lake. You can dock your boat at the cottage. We have a 30 foot dock. Boats up to 18 feet long are welcome. Fire pit: Yes, there is an outdoor fire pit. Swimming: Yes, this cottage has a sandy bottom swimming area off the dock. Guests have had a positive swimming experience here. TV: There is 1 TV in the living room with a DVD & VHS player. We are able to get 13 channels, including local TV. Downstairs sitting room has a TV with a VCR. Downstairs bedroom has a TV/DVD player. There are lots of VCR tapes and DVD disks available. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Kayak - Casino nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Rafting nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28850000/28840100/28840021/b65c4808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quite Cottage on Private Lake w/Fishing Boat Included! 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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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Cottage Long Lake Hastings 3 Bedroom On Long Hastings 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake Cottage 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake Hastings 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake Cottage Hastings ## 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%7C42.56131%2C-85.36630&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KzpggvJVdUO14nSquq-LWmzW2kE=) Hastings, MI #### What's nearby - Long Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Horseshoe Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km - Wall Lake - 13 min drive - 8.9 km - Gilmore Car Museum - 22 min drive - 20.9 km - Gun Lake - 28 min drive - 22.0 km #### Getting around - Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Horn Creek Pub - ‬20 min drive - ‪Tujax Tavern - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sajo's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Bowens Family Dining - ‬15 min drive - ‪Hero’s Food And Spirits - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 3 Bedroom Cottage on Long Lake located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Long Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Horseshoe Lake and Larabee Lake. Zigler Lake and Number Twenty-one Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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