This is a cute and very reasonable priced place to stay right on the lake…read more We originally were going to stay in a suite, not a cabin. But when we arrived there had been a mixup with housekeeping, and the room had not been cleaned. They had first said they would send housekeeping right away, then offered to upgrade us to a cabin. The cabin was quite nice, and the bed was very comfortable. The only difference was the suite included bath towels. In the cabins you had to bring your own, so there were no towels. But that was OK, because we had brought bath towels, not quite understanding the website. Great value for the money, and I would definitely come back here again.

I love what the new owners are doing here! We have stayed here numerous times over the past 20+…read moreyears under the two previous owners. Each had their own approach, but the new owners are really taking this place in the right direction. The cabins have all been given a facelift without sacrificing the feel of a lake side cabin. One of our favorite things are the pontoon boats that you can rent by the day or for your whole stat. On our very first visit we experienced the joys of Nibbles, a small eatery/ice cream shop on the property. The new owners have aggressive plans to revive this sweet spot which will surely be a favorite stop for all who live on the lake! You will not be disappointed in this cute little gem of a property just minutes from downtown Colon, Michigan (which is also accessible via boat!) The town is host to several great restaurants as well as some awesome magic shows! The salon in town is a welcome stop if you forgot to get your toenails painted before you arrived! Treat yourself to a weekend (or a week) on the lake at Palmer Lake Lodges!!

Greencrest Manor. Battle Creek Michigan This place is…read morebeyond magical from front gate to back gardens. This dreamy wedding Venue is one-stop-shopping for all one would need. And the reception was perfection in every selection. The wait staff treated us so well and bartenders Sydney, Cathy & Dom who made sure our champagne was always topped off. Impeccable lighting from afternoon bbq to ceremony and a beautiful reception. Thank you Greencrest for such a high quality experience.

I was lucky enough to attend a wedding at Greencrest Manor recently. Located north of Battle Creek…read morein what feels like the middle of nowhere, you turn down a short drive that takes you back into a forest and suddenly a stately manor with beautiful grounds appears. I honestly felt like I walked through a wardrobe into a Narnia world. The small sign at the drive was a bit tough to see, so as your map tells you you're close, slow down and look for the Bed and Breakfast sign. The vibe here is full on beautiful Pinterest, French countryside garden chateau. Everywhere you look there is something beautiful to see, from the outdoor pavilion to the stately rooms inside. The ivy covered buildings and gardens bursting with blooms are great backdrops for any photos. The wedding I attended was on a super hot, sunny June day, but there were plenty of amenities provided to guests to alleviate the heat: shade parasols, handheld electric fans, folding fans, and plenty of cold water. This was such a thoughtful touch and really helped make guests comfortable. The mansion in the background was a stunning view for the short but sweet ceremony. Once the ceremony concluded, we were greeted by staff members with water and wine and were directed to a courtyard for hors d'oeuvres and an outdoor bar. There were areas of shade from trees and umbrellas, which was a nice reprieve from the sun. The food was all perfectly arranged and the bacon wrapped date I had was a delicious sweet and savory bite! Molly and Jenn were pouring drinks with big smiles despite the heat. We were ushered into the main reception area -- a beautiful, airy, open pavilion -- by a tinkling dinner bell! Dinner was delicious and all staff members I interacted with were incredibly polite and professional. I was really blown away by the details and care put into this celebration at this amazing venue! Hopefully I can attend another wedding there someday. If you need a beautiful place to get married, look no further than Greencrest Manor.

Everything Susan and her son Josh were amazing host. Susan was wonderful. Made amazing breakfast…read moreevery morning very accommodating. The beds were comfortable. The place is truly an amazing Victorian villa very authentic furnishings and all it was a wonderful experience.

Stayed here while filming a movie, 7 days and 6 nights. I can say I thoroughly enjoyed my…read moreexperience here. We were put in the carriage house, and had access to the well kept hot tub. It's so cute and detailed everywhere. Staff was awesome. Sweet and helpful, but still have us privacy. Ghiradelli chocolates for each guests are definitely a fun perk. :)

I was invited to have dinner at the Oak Cove Resort and was thrilled to attend. Having lived in…read morethe Paw Paw/Lawton area for 30 years, I have driven by their sign, saw their ads, but literally had no clue what to expect. From the moment we pulled in and drove down the long drive towards the resort, I knew I was in for special evening. It felt like I had awaken in a different age and time. The lodge is over 100 years but beautifully maintained. Eating on the front enclosed porch was a delight and so peaceful to look at beautiful Lake Cora. My mind kept wandering to what this area was like back in the 1920s when there were 2 resorts on Lake Cora and a train that brought people from the Chicago area. What a magical time that must have been. Bob and Susan are delightful hosts. They love Oak Cove and it shows in all the lovingly details throughout. Antiques are plentiful in every room, old photos and newspaper clippings that have been framed are hung on the walls. It's like walking into a time capsule. Touring the Lodge I kept saying this is so cool, I love this, how adorable. Every room is unique and special. Dinner at Oak Cove Resort is amazing. Everything is prepared and cooked in their kitchen and a lot of the items are from scratch. We started the evening off with a salad from the most unique salad bar ever - an old antique bed, covered with a beautiful quilt, and topped with a glass panel that holds all the delicious salad fixings. The lettuce was very fresh, a huge amount of toppings to chose from, and lots of different dressings. Monday night is Roast Beef night and Bob serves up the tenderest roast beef that I have had. The slice was just perfect for me. Mashed potatoes with homemade gravy (no words can describe how delicious this is), and helping of peas, and dinner roll. You can also add a dollop or two of horseradish sauce. If that wasn't enough, dessert was a chocolate brownie with ice cream. I literally thought I was in heaven. On top of that the coffee was just how I like it. We then walked around the resort. The Funhouse, filled with old arcade machines, books, puzzles, card table, TV, and bar, would definitely be fun place to hang out. The in-ground pool was very clean and is a big. The beach area had Adirondack chairs set up to sit and relax. Individual cabins are scattered through the grounds, along with a huge area for kids to run and play. What a memorable evening. My next to-do is to book an evening or two at the Oak Cove and transport myself to another time where life seemed slower and simpler.

this is the place to Take a Vacation I have been going here for 18 years amazing food and the…read moreService is catered to you the owners really care the view of lake Cora is amazing you can boat swim enjoy a fire or go in to town. You have to go fully understand I highly Recommend going here

My wife and I go here each year for a mental "reset". The grounds are immaculate (arboretum…read morequality) and the rooms are modern and clean. The owners and staff are exceedingly friendly and accomodating. There are bikes, kayaks and a paddleboard available. A nice pool is available as well as areas around the grounds to sit and read or simply enjoy the view (some with gas firepits). Breakfast is included, which probably makes the restaurants downtown unhappy. We used to run into town for breakfast but LSR's are as good or better than anything in town. I almost hate to recommend them because I don't want them full when I want to go (I'll keep those dates a secret). I can see great sunsets in Iowa, but they look more beautiful over Lake Michigan. Saugatuck and Douglas have great shopping and restaurants and are only minutes away. I noticed a few comments (from many years ago) complaining about the beach and the "no kids" policy. Most of the time there is an expansive beach, but lake levels (which change yearly and even daily) can affect the size of the beach. There's a huge deck right on the lake if the beach is small. And the no kids under 13 policy is right on the reservations page, but if you can't read I can see how you might miss it.

Great resort! The rooms are very clean and updated. You get breakfast either your room. The…read morebreakfast is a sit down and order off the menu. The items on the menu were all very delicious. The pool has a nice size pool with numerous lawn chairs and loungers. The pool is he's and clean. The resort does a great job of upkeep the ground.

Narrows to the Rescue!…read more My husband and I are celebrating our anniversary in a VRBO on Lake Morrison, and the Pontoon that came with our rental stalled out in the middle of Lake Randall:o! We could not immediately get in touch with the owner of the rental nor his caretaker, but Narrows Pontoon and Cottage rentals not only answered our call, they dispatched Jim and Jack immediately to our rescue! They towed us in to our dock perfectly, and would not take any money for the service, not even a cash tip. They were timely, professional, and saved our Anniversary! We will forever be grateful and will always make sure to send business to the Narrows when we visit the North Chain of Lakes again. Thank you, Jim and Jack!

Clean rental pontoons and clean modern cottages. Best value in the Coldwater Branch county…read moreMichigan area.

What a hidden gem! The cutest cabin. Small but cozy. Peaceful setting. We'll absolutely be coming…read moreback:)

What a great place this is. Its super reasonable, allows dogs, the cabins are adorable, and you're…read moreabout a three block walk away from the beach on Lake Michigan. It is Polish owned, operated, and frequented. Which is great because my husband's family are Polish immigrants and they had fun talking with all of the people there. Everyone there knew English and were super friendly so don't be discouraged if you aren't Polish. There were a ton of families that were staying here in the end of July when we were here. I thought it was awesome that everyone around us stayed up super late sitting around the campfires singing, cooking, and drinking. My husband and I stayed in an A frame cabin which was adorable and had a big private fire pit with chairs all around it. Only draw back was it didn't have any AC. We got lucky and the nights were cool. My in-laws stayed in on of the large pines and they had an AC unit. At $75 a night you can't go wrong. I am definitely planning on coming back here again with a big group of friends next spring.

Still no drapes and not enough towels. However, when we called to tell them about the towels, they…read morequickly brought over a big fresh bundle. We bought black tarp from Meijer and strung up over the windows in order to get a little sleep in the morning once the sun came up. Overall, good location and friendly staff. No updates i.e. still worn.

Grand Haven is the 21st century's version of Mayberry. Sitting on the shores of Lake Michigan,…read morethese people knew how to use their massive body of water to their advantage (unlike the folks in Niagara Falls, New York). It was instantly clear why it had been a challenge to find two nights lodging here...this was THE place in Michigan to be for the summer. Generations of families have been flocking here for years to spend a good portion of their summer. My persistant investigating for accommodations paid off...I discovered a gem in Serendipity Resort. (A sure sign that my daughter had acclimated to hostels was her non-chalant reply to my announcement that this place came with a pool..."Is it a blow up pool?" Nope! No beer-guzzling boyman-filled blow up pool this time...but, an "exotic lagoon-shaped pool" complete with a hammock on which I owned for at least 3 hours of our stay here!) Serendipity Resort is a clustering of cottages just a couple blocks off "Main Street, USA". We stayed in Suite L5 in the Lillie House, a quaint three-story grey and white clapboard house. We were warmly welcomed by the owner and a her happy college student crew. After we lugged our way-too-heavy bags up two levels of creaky wooden stairs to the top floor, we ducked into our room. My smile instantly disappeared...I was disappointed. Why must we only stay two nights here??? It felt like we had just climbed into a boat...(except, thank God, it wasn't moving). Every vertical wall and slanted ceiling was lined with richly stained wood planks. It was adorable! Compact, but loaded with charm...in addition to two twin beds, a TV, a quiet reading (or napping) nook, a tiny updated bathroom, and a functional boat-sized kitchen. The staff here was so friendly, they helped me do laundry and didn't charge me a penny. Definitely the place to come for old fashioned small town charm. All for a very reasonable price. Other than our short stay, I was only disappointed we never saw Opie.

It's not the Ritz Carlton but it has a super chill feeling from the minute you walk in to the…read morehotel. The staff is extra friendly and we really enjoyed the accommodations James ( who we happened to meet on Friday night) got ice for us. The ice machine on the third floor was broken so he ran down to the bar and brought us ice! This was so nice and considerate! We also appreciated Kandi at the coffee bar. She was so helpful and had a line of customers and yet still kept her composure and was super friendly! The hotel room was super clean and the beds were so comfortable! The only reason that I didn't give this place another star is, 1) I would have like a bath mat in the shower. ( I'm getting old ) and 2) the carpet in the halls on the third floor need some updating. Actually the place in general could use a little facelift. We loved sitting outside at night looking at the moon reflecting off the lake. The staff here (even at the restaurant ) we're all so nice! I will come back again next visit through this area

The food is just ok, but overpriced and not worth the high price. But the only reason we have been…read morehere is because a great band, He Said She Said, was playing. They were playing indoors tonight, as they have in the past. Tonight they were told to leave because someone complained they were too loud. Hello, it's a live band, so it's going to be loud. And Oakwood knew that because they have hired this band to play here many times before. By the way, the sound was fine. We will see the band elsewhere. They're all over the local area!! We don't have to pay high prices for just ok food. By the way, our server (Taylor R) was excellent!! Will not return (without this band).