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UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN *

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6 Schlafzimmer3 BadezimmerPlatz für 16 Gäste

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Pullman, MI

Kal Haven Trail
‪28 Autominuten‬
The Fun Park
‪30 Autominuten‬
Oval Beach
‪39 Autominuten‬
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
‪76 Autominuten‬

Zimmer und Betten

6 Schlafzimmer (Platz für 16 Personen)

Schlafzimmer 1

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 2

1 King-Bett

Schlafzimmer 3

1 Queen-Bett und 1 Einzel-Etagenbett

Schlafzimmer 4

2 Einzelbetten und 1 Einzel-Etagenbett

Schlafzimmer 5

1 King-Bett

Schlafzimmer 6

1 King-Bett

3 Badezimmer

Badezimmer 1

Toilette · Nur Dusche

Badezimmer 2

Toilette · Nur Dusche

Badezimmer 3

Badewanne · Toilette · Nur Dusche

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Terrasse oder Patio

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Balkon

Garten

Essbereich

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UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN *

**** JETZT BUCHEN FRÜHLING, HERBST, WINTER 2019 TERMINE!****

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Das Upper Scott Lake Retreat bietet Ihnen ein atemberaubendes 2 Hektar großes Grundstück am Seeufer, das Sie in ein Gleichgewicht bringen und die Natur genießen und die Ruhe genießen können.

Entfliehen Sie der Hektik des Stadtlebens und entspannen Sie sich in einer wunderschönen bewaldeten Umgebung. Diese komfortable 6-Schlafzimmer, 3-Bad See Rückzug bietet Platz für bis zu 16 und liegt am Upper Scott Lake, nur 2,5 Stunden von Chicago und 3 Stunden von Detroit. Nur eine kurze Autofahrt entfernt finden Sie die schönen Küstengemeinden von Lake Michigan in South Haven, Saugatuck und Holland. Erkunden Sie die vielen glitzernden Sandstrände, die atemberaubenden Dünen und den atemberaubenden Seeblick an Amerikas "Third Coast".

Dieses aufwendig renovierte Cottage ist ansprechend mit ländlichem Charme eingerichtet und Sie fühlen sich sofort wie zu Hause. Upper Scott Lake Retreat ist perfekt für jeden Urlaub, von Familien mit Kindern, die für eine Woche bleiben, bis hin zu Gruppen von alten Freunden, die ihre Beziehungen am Wochenende in einer ruhigen ländlichen Umgebung neu beleben.

Genießen Sie Wasseraktivitäten oder beobachten Sie die Schwäne von einer Chaiselongue auf dem Seedeck. Eine Feuerstelle ist der perfekte Ort, um Marshmallows zu braten, während Sie die Sonne untergehen sehen, oder Geistergeschichten zu erzählen, während Sie den makellosen Himmel beobachten. Für kühle Herbst- und Wintertage bietet das Esszimmer einen herrlichen Blick auf den See und einen großen Tisch, der sich perfekt zum Schrotten eignet. Es gibt Bücher, Spiele und kinderfreundliche Videos für die ganze Familie. Der große Aufenthaltsraum verfügt über einen Billardtisch, einen Kickertisch und einen Breitbild-HDTV. Genießen Sie Ihre Mahlzeiten in unserem neu gestalteten und voll ausgestatteten Küchen- und Essbereich oder auf der abgeschirmten Veranda mit Blick auf den See und den schön angelegten Garten.

Betten: 1 Kingsize-Bett, 2 Queensize-Betten, 1 Doppelbett, 8 Einzelbetten

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Elizabeth Kosten

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Check-in ab 17:00 Uhr

Mindestalter für die Miete: 25 Jahre

Check-out vor 11:00 Uhr

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Kinder (0–17 Jahre) erlaubt

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Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet

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Keine Haustiere erlaubt

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Rauchen ist nicht gestattet

*All unrelated guests must be 25+ *No loud/wild parties; all drinking games prohibited *100% smoke-free home. No fireworks, vaping, or marijuana ...

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Wissenswertes

Diese Unterkunft wird von einem professionellen Gastgeber verwaltet. Die Vermietung erfolgt zu gewerblichen, geschäftlichen oder beruflichen Zwecken.

Für zusätzliche Personen fallen möglicherweise Gebühren an, die abhängig von den Bestimmungen der Unterkunft variieren können.

Beim Check-in werden ggf. ein Lichtbildausweis und eine Kreditkarte, Debitkarte oder Kaution in bar für unvorhergesehene Aufwendungen verlangt.

Je nach Verfügbarkeit beim Check-in wird versucht, Sonderwünschen entgegenzukommen, sie können jedoch nicht garantiert werden. Eventuell fallen zusätzliche Gebühren an.

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Pullman

Dieses Ferienhaus in Pullman liegt in ländlicher Umgebung und direkt am Wasser. Sehenswürdigkeiten wie Griswold Auditorium (Veranstaltungszentrum) und Regent Theatre sind genauso interessant wie die Attraktionen der Region, zu denen Forever Curious Children's Museum und Breedsville Park zählen. Du bist mit Kindern unterwegs? Mit diesen Attraktionen kannst du den Kleinen bestimmt eine Freude machen: The Fun Park und Kids Place Park. Die Umgebung bietet viele Möglichkeiten für Outdoor-Abenteuer, etwa beim Reiten.

Pullman, MI

In der Umgebung

Fenn Valley Vineyards - 26 Autominuten - 20.8 km
Kal Haven Trail - 28 Autominuten - 26.6 km
The Fun Park - 30 Autominuten - 25.2 km
South Beach - 31 Autominuten - 29.8 km
Oval Beach - 39 Autominuten - 42.8 km

Fortbewegung vor Ort

Bahnhof Bangor – 22 Fahrminuten

Restaurants

‪Pullman Tavern - ‬3 Autominuten
‪Country Fare Restaurant - ‬14 Autominuten
‪Side Track Bar & Grille - ‬10 Autominuten
‪Pizza Plus - ‬3 Autominuten
‪McIntosh Cellars - ‬14 Autominuten

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Ist UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN * haustierfreundlich?

Nein, in dieser Unterkunft sind Haustiere nicht erlaubt.

Wann ist der Check-in bei UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN *?

Check-in ab: 17:00 Uhr.

Wann ist der Check-out bei UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN *?

Check-out ist um 11:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich UPGRADED * Der obere Scott Lake Retreat-Pvt Beach / Dock-S. Haven / Saugatuck * 2019 BUCHEN *?

Dieses Ferienhaus für Familien liegt am Ufer und ist nur 20 km entfernt von: Saddle Lake, Forever Curious Children's Museum und Breedsville Park. Ebenfalls in einem Umkreis von 20 km: Michigansee und Hutchins Lake.

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Die Bewertungen werden in chronologischer Reihenfolge angezeigt, unterliegen einem Moderationsprozess und wurden verifiziert, sofern nicht anders angegeben.

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9,2/10

Sauberkeit

10/10

Check-in

9,8/10

Kommunikation

9,6/10

Lage

9,8/10

Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

10/10 – Hervorragend

Debra B.

13. Juni 2025

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family vacation

We have a family of 14 - 7 adults & 7 kids ranging in age from 16 down to 8. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The fishing was fantastic & the lake was quiet enough for even the youngest kids to kayak. The kids loved the game room & spent the chillier days playing pool & fusball. We hope to come back next year.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2025

10/10 – Hervorragend

Clare J.

2. Jan. 2025

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Holiday break

Our family stayed for a few days and had a great time. Dining table was large and worked great.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Dezember 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Bob S.

24. Aug. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Very nice

Close to home for us and clean! Loved the beachfront, the whole family enjoyed everything this home had to offer! Many large fish caught, so close to the home. So quiet and peaceful, very private, the Grandkids enjoyed the pool table as well - Perfect for the large family getaway Looking forward to booking in the future

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im August 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Tressa S.

19. Sept. 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Would recommend

Spacious home, excellent location, awesome family friendly lake...we enjoyed our stay.

Aufenthalt von 6 Nächten im September 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jonathan R.

29. Aug. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful Property

This house and property were perfect for our get together. It worked really well for multiple families to share the space. Plenty of options on-site for activities to keep everyone busy. The lake was beautiful and peaceful. There's a great orchard down the road, nice local businesses in Pullman, and close to the attractions in Saugatuck and South Haven! I hope we get to visit again.

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im August 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gail B.

20. Okt. 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family time

We had stayed here last year and loved it. Everyone had their own room, the kitchen was stocked with all utensils etc. being on the lake was great!

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Oktober 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Heather L.

3. Juni 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

FFFV

Great property just outside of South Haven. It was perfect for us including our three children, their spouses and five grandchildren! Lots of bedrooms & bathrooms to handle us all.

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Mai 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

marcia t.

29. Mai 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Lake property

We had a great time. This is the third time we have stayed there, and would stay there again.

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Mai 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Brenda B.

20. Juni 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Pullman stay

I trul enjoyed this stay. It exceeded my expectations. Very clean roomy and private. I have recommended to friends and look forward to booking again

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

debra m.

19. Juni 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Vacation 2019

The lake house and property were excellent and filled all our expectations. My family had a wonderful time. The private beach and canoe was a hit. Enjoyed by everyone from age 14 months to 61.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juni 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Christian H.

23. Aug. 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Vacation

My large extended family recently stayed at the property and had a great experience. The house was as advertised with plenty of room for everyone. The backyard and lake are great for kids. Proximity to South Haven, Holland and Lake Michigan made beach days east’s. We would definitely stay again.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im August 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Chris S.

10. Okt. 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Fall Weekend

Rented the house for a fall weekend in Michigan with family. Had kids ages 4-10 and they loved it. The house was perfect for what we were looking for, clean and the location was close to apple picking and pumpkin farms.

Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Oktober 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

steve t.

17. Okt. 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

upper scott retreat

great lakefront setting, and the house had plenty of space so that we never felt crampt. the living/game room is a great asset. kitchen is great with everything we needed. We would definitely go back.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Oktober 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Alison S.

14. Juni 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great get away for the whole family!

We had a great time, and everyone in our group aged 6-68 said they would go back! The beach front is perfect for kids to play in the water or fish off the dock. There's plenty of room for everyone to eat and play board games, and the game room is situated so that games of pool or movies don't dominate the sounds of the whole house. Check in and out was easy and we didn't encounter any issues that warranted contacting management during our stay.

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Lori F.

7. Juli 2020

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family 4th of July

We had a wonderful time. The house had everything we needed, and more. Excellent communication from owner and property manager. The private beach was great, we just wished the lake was a bit deeper for swimming and lounging.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

sheri G.

4. Aug. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Where memories were made

This house was everything our family ranging in age from 65 to 15 months needed. From the spacious bedrooms & community spaces to the beautiful beach, it was great. Kitchen accommodated the whole family. Loved the 2 refrigerators and the amount of cupboard & counterspace. Communication was timely and issues resolved. I would say the only downside is not enough seating in the family/game room. We will be back to either this house or one of the other larger homes that is part of this group. Thank you for everything!

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2024

8/10 – Gut

Karen M.

12. Juni 2024

Gut: Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Memories

Our lake stay was absolutely perfect! Such a peaceful lake. The property is as described in many of the reviews so we weren’t expecting anything fancy. The kitchen is quite small so meal prep was a bit crowded but we made it work. The outdoor kids toys definitely need replaced. Some were too dirty to use while others were surrounded by too many weeds. But the fishing was the highlight of the trip. Grandkids loved it😊

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Juni 2024

8/10 – Gut

Alan P.

22. Juli 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Fun

We had a great time with our three adult children, their spouses, and eight grandchildren. The private beach and lake were beautiful, and were still able to visit Lake Michigan one evening. House rules were a bit too restrictive, and a whole house water filtration system would have been nice but neither were showstoppers. The management and cleaning team were responsive and helpful.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sharon R.

16. Juni 2022

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Beach/lake great for the little ones!

Easy check-in/check-out. The private beach at the lake was a plus for the kids (ages 2-6). Toys for the kids at the beach too! Fishing off the dock was great. Nice to have access to the canoe. Fire pit was nice for evening gatherings. Elizabeth was great about letting us know about local activities. She told us about the free state park entry and free fishing without needing a license over the weekend we were there. We took advantage of both! Plenty of seating inside and outside. Could have used more kitchen towels.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2022

6/10 – Okay

Natalie J.

3. Jan. 2020

Gut: Check-in, Kommunikation und Lage

Family Christmas Stay

The location of the house was nice and the grounds were spacious. The house was big, but the set up was a little different. There was no cozy living room space. I loved the large dining area with lots of seating. Some of the rules were excessive. When we arrived there was vomit on the grass and there was a adult play toy, which was concerning since we had little kids with us. Overall it was a nice rental and the space worked for our stay.

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Dezember 2019

8/10 – Gut

Kay F.

18. Juni 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Good for family

An older, quiet lake cottage with large yard for baseball, croquet, etc. The sand kept the youngest busy, while other kids spent a lot of time fishing. Kayaks and canoe were a success, especially since the swimming area was dominated by weeds. All enjoyed the large fire pit. The kids also enjoyed the two bunkbed rooms to bunk with their cousins, then four other bedrooms for the adults. Nice size pans for cooking for a crowd. Two fridges were a bonus. The stove burners would not sit flat though, and best to bring your own knives.

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jay K.

31. Dez. 2022

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Christmas

We were very pleased to be able to seat all fifteen of us together for meals. We were here while there was snow on the ground and the property was like a winter wonderland. The views of the lake were beautiful. The kitchen was well stocked, with sufficient bowls, plates, and cups for our family of fifteen, although we lacked liquid dish soap and could have used another dish towel or two. The beds were comfortable and situated well for our various family members. We had a nice visit and also enjoyed the Air Zoo. We recommend bringing soap for bathing, something we forgot, as it isn't supplied. We arrived a few days after Winter Storm Elliott, and although the walks were mostly cleared, we found the snow shovel had been broken, so any extra clearing wasn't possible. All in all, it was well represented, well stocked, and well suited to large groups. We would definitely return!

Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Dezember 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

BARBARA B.

3. Juli 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

End of June Family Vacation

We were there to spend time together as a family. Six adults and 6 children. Kids ages 6-14. The kids loved, playing in the sand, kayaking, paddle boarding, playing in the lake and large yard. It was great for a family with children. We were able to all sit together inside and outside for meals and games. A couple of us enjoyed playing pool together. I liked that the TV/Pool room was off in another area. In the morning, the people that woke up early could sit in there and talk while everyone else was still sleeping. Also, the young children could watch a movie while the adults played a game. It's an older home and could use some updates. A review said there weren't enough places to sit outside. This is no longer a problem, we had plenty of seating, more than we needed or used. The window AC units made it challenging to get the temperature just right in each room, but we were able to make it work and spent most of our time outside on the deck or by the lake. We didn't use the screened in porch. The weather was perfect. It stayed light late so we would find ourselves up late at night. We only used the fire pit one time because it stayed light so late. The directions for getting a permit to burn were very easy to follow and posted with the general directions for the house. It only involved making a phone call. The setting was so private. We rarely saw anyone else on the lake or in the neighboring yards. We left with wonderful memories of our lake vacation.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2024

6/10 – Okay

Kim K.

10. Aug. 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in und Lage

Great outdoor

The lake front is amazing. The 8 foot lake has been taken over by vegetation and the water is only clear about 4 feet from the beach. Boats and fishermen were having difficulty getting stuck in the vegetation. The swans were amazing and the water lilies were beautiful. Outdoor furniture and firepit were perfect. The house has been added on to many times. Upstairs showers are quite tight. The most concerning issue was the well water was very foul smelling and rusty. We were assured it was safe but didn’t use it for cooking, coffee or for brushing teeth. I would bring water for anything that is taken in your mouth. The house is partially air conditioned with some window units. The game room and 1 of the 1st floor bedrooms isn’t air conditioned . They do have fans. The bunk room upstairs A/C freezes and we were instructed to turn it off until it works again. One of the beds was not bolted and the wheel was off. We had to call twice because no one came after first request. Then after getting bolts attached realized the framing was only under half of the bed. The kitchen was well stocked but no can opener. We got one at the dollar general. Close to South Haven and Saugatuck. Could be a 5 star with a few thousand dollars.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im August 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Rhonda J.

2. Jan. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family New Year's weekend

This house was the perfect size for our extended family of 10! Check in was easy and the house was clean. The game room was the perfect area for kids and for watching football. There are 2 refrigerators, perfect for bringing your own food. The dinning room table was the perfect size for a family dinner and for playing card games. There were enough bedrooms and bathrooms.

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Dezember 2023

Über den Gastgeber

Zu Gast bei Elizabeth Kosten

I love helping people find the perfect vacation rental for their needs, and I've been managing this growing group of homes in southwest Michigan since 2011. As a lover of the water and the natural beauty Michigan has in abundance, I hope that the folks who stay in our homes come to appreciate the area as much as we do.

Darum fiel die Entscheidung auf diese Unterkunft

The owners fell in love with southwest Michigan on a trip to visit friends in South Haven nearly 15 years ago. As Chicago natives, they were immediately enchanted by the serene atmosphere and natural beauty — not to mention the extensive outdoor activities. Since then, they have embraced the tradition of spending holidays and summer weekends in the area, and it was only a matter of time before they decided to find a vacation home of our own.

They discovered this, their first gorgeous property, on Upper Scott Lake in Lee Township over ten years ago. They began renting the cottage there out of a desire to share their wonderful experiences there with others. Now with 8 additional rental properties, they love offering a simple countryside alternative to busy city life.

Das macht diese Unterkunft einzigartig

The Upper Scott Lakefront and nearby Lee Township, MI, are part of a quiet community where many vacationers return year after year to enjoy the lovely seasonal changes, as well as fishing, cycling, water sports, and golf. The Upper Scott Lake Retreat is one of just a few comfortable and spacious vacation homes gathered on the shores of Upper Scott Lake, giving the area a quiet and close-knit feel. The dazzling sunsets and stunning lake view make for a nature-lover's dream!