Waterfront Cottage w/ Sandy Beach - Close to GR!

Entire cottage in Alto, Michigan

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Ryan
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.

Beach and lake views

Soak up the views during your stay.
Escape to nature, unplug, and make memories that will last a lifetime at the Hemingway Lodge! This updated camp style home transports you into serenity with:

- Breathtaking waterfront views
- Large private beach
- Kayaks
- Paddle boat
- Beach bonfire pit
- Screened-in porch
- Boat launch (no motor/no wake lake)
- Fishing & Ice Shanty
- Arcade game
- Retro VHS w/ a closet full of nostalgic games & movies
- Vintage bikes
-Large Green Space

Relax and unwind as the sun sets on a day well-lived!

The space
Great location on the lake near Grand Rapids - yet feels tucked away from society and surrounded by nature!

The lodge boasts ample outdoor space with a large private beach, big yard for outdoor games, and quiet woods that wander onto a quaint peninsula, the ideal spot for exploring or reflecting. For additional cost an outdoor yurt tent can be assembled to provide a classic camp experience for your group (sleeps 4 - 5 comfortably). The cozy single level private home has large space for community with an open living room and dining area overlooking beautiful lake McEwen. A spacious kitchen with a large butcher-block island creates an ideal gathering space to cook and prepare meals or play games into the night. The three season porch is the perfect place to slow down and escape our fast-paced world. Enjoy the sounds of nature, read a book, or sip a drink while the sun sets over the lake.

For the sportsman - the wildlife and fishing will not disappoint!

The lodge has three bedrooms all with beautiful nature views. The first room contains a 100 year old vintage full-size bed and walk in closet. This room accommodates one person comfortably or two people who want to get cozy!

The second room contains a bunk bed and a single bed with a walk in closet. This space is perfect for kids, teens, outdoors people, or those who prefer to sleep solo (complete with retro-style arcade games and children's toys)! The third bedroom is the master suite with a large queen size canopy bed, complete with en-suite bathroom. Both bathrooms have been updated with luxurious dark tiled showers and natural stone floors.

Please Note: The decorative retro fireplace is non-functional and used for esthetic purposes only. Please do not attempt to make an indoor fire.

Guest access
Guests will have exclusive access to the large private beach, full home, side yard, woods, and breezeway. The garage is not available for public use.

Single cabin home on the east of the property is privately occupied and not available to occupants.

Other things to note
Kayaks, paddle boat, retro bikes, and optional yurt tent available May - October. Ice Hockey rink and ice fishing shanty available in winter months weather permitting.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Lake view
Private beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises

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Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 41 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Alto, Michigan, United States

Neighborhood highlights

Travel back in time down natural beauty dirt roads to this private outdoor escape, just 20 minutes outside of Grand Rapids! Enjoy a day with the family exploring the Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park and Zoo or ride retro bikes to the picturesque ice-cream caboose for a special treat! Looking for an adult night out? The Alto Bar is the area's best kept secret, known for its delicious prime-rib and an EXTENSIVE whiskey selection, this local watering hole gives you all the rustic cowboy feels without compromising your palate! Full bar and menu options available - perfect for a boys or girls night out at only one mile from the Hemingway Lodge!

Meet your host

Superhost
41 reviews
4.88 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Ryan and Jenn value simplicity and being outdoors, fishing, snowboarding, and kayaking. The Hemingway lodge reflects this mentality and is the perfect place to get outside and enjoy nature. The decor transports you back to easy livin' with a boho, rustic, and effortlessly classic esthetic. Ryan and Jenn were both raised in the Alto and have extensive knowledge of the local area - if you have any questions feel free to reach out to us!

Ryan is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within a day
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum

Safety & property

Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

Cancellation policy

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