Reviews

“The house is immaculate, and very well done. It has everything you could ever want or ask for. The kids (we had 5 in total) made a non-stop loop from the back porch to the awesome beach below. Out of a magazine. …the house manager…is the sweetest and most professional person I have ever met in this business. She was ready and willing to help with any questions or smallest of problems.”

“The house is immaculate, and very well done. It has everything you could ever want or ask for. The kids (we had 5 in total) made a non-stop loop from the back porch to the awesome beach below. Out of a magazine. …the house manager…is the sweetest and most professional person I have ever met in this business. She was ready and willing to help with any questions or smallest of problems.”

This was our second visit to Big Blu and we’ve already booked for next year! The home is lovely, the sunsets stunning, and the beach beautiful… a perfect destination to have it all. Our favorite two places, however, are the sunroom where the first to rise meet for coffee and read or to connect and talk about the day to come, and the large porch overlooking the lake. We spent hours playing games, relaxing, catching up with each other, and creating memories to last a lifetime.

Our review wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the incredible hospitality and service provided by Rochelle, Melanie and team! Not only were they super responsive but they would bend over backward to assist with any need that arose. And what fun they were to talk with!! A fantastic and inspirational team!

Big Blu is a wonderful home that allows for a large group to stay comfortably with enough room to find some time for solitude. The large covered porch is the perfect place to gather, read and relax. Our kids loved the beach and playing in the waves. There is also lots to do in nearby towns. Importantly, the property managers are extremely friendly and responsive.

Big Blu was a delightful venue for our family to enjoy a week together. Everything worked out very well for us. We enjoyed the beach, the large porch where we ate all of our meals at the picnic table, and the magnificent Lake Michigan sunsets! The kitchen was great, well equipped and a perfect spot for preparing some delicious meals. The bedrooms worked out well and the kids enjoyed the video games in the basement. Every evening after sunset the adults enjoyed a movie in the basement. The house was big enough for everyone to enjoy some privacy and layed out well enough to feel cozy. It’s an ideal location to enjoy all the State of Michigan has to offer on the west side of the state: beautiful lakes, sand dunes, quaint cities, sunsets and star gazing.

We had a problem during our stay which showed the strength of the management team! The dryer went out during a pandemic when appliances are in short supply. The washer and dryer were replaced during our stay. The management kept us informed as they shopped, replaced and installed the new ones. They provided fresh towels to ease the checkout process and the workers were very courteous, wore masks and did their best to stay out of our way. I highly recommend the property and the management! We are planning on coming back!

Probably the cleanest airbnb I’ve ever walked into. The pictures matched the quality of the house and the location. Outstanding view of the lake and such a peaceful and refreshing place to recharge. We will definitely return!!!

Our family was very happy we chose this house for our vacation. Everything about it was fantastic including clean and comfortable furniture, updates throughout the house, and an amazing outdoor space. Can’t say enough good things about the peaceful location, amazing view, and private beach access. We were sad to leave!

The Lake Michigan views and experience are hard to beat here. Rochelle’s Airbnb was located steps away from a gorgeous sandy section of the most perfect chilly lake water. It was dreamy. The multiple porches made the perfect spots for morning coffee and sunset viewings. The house had enough space for 6 adults to be comfortable and not squeezed in too tightly. Highly recommend this location.

The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable and everyone slept well. The rules for the house were a bit excessive but I would assume that is how they kept everything so nice. I would suggest they provide a basic first aid kit. There were bandaids but nothing for a serious emergency or even something to remove a basic splinter from the bark walkway. Not a criticism, but other suggestion that is not necessary but would make your place even more awesome would be some outdoor games. Maybe a horseshoe pit or badminton set for older kids. Over all I would recommend this rental as top notch.

We had a great time during our stay. Kids want to go back the next year.

We just returned from a four day stay at the lake house. It was the perfect size for our family, but is on the smaller size so if you have kids or teens that want a lot of personal space you may want to take that into consideration. The house is set back a good distance from the road, so we felt safe having our kids run in the yard. The trek to the beach is down a lot of stairs that is to the right of the owners house and across a dune, but we were able to do it with our three kids under 8. The hardest part was getting a cooler down there because you couldn’t drag it most way. But once you are down there it is worth it. The beach is amazing and the water is shallow for a very good amount out. Perfect for our family. We spent an entire day there with very tired kiddos afterward. In town montague foods had everything you need. And you must try pekadill for sandwiches and ice cream one day!!

One small thing that was never mentioned is the washing machine is in the cellar with the entrance outside of the house. Took us a minute to find it!

Overall a wonderful stay and one of our favorite locations.

We stayed at the Lake House for the first time this year. We loved how close it is to Medbery Park as that is where we always have gone for sunsets. All the information that we needed was sent to us before we left. The check in process was very easy. We were told what time to check in and everything was ready when we arrived. My wife spent several days at the beach collecting rocks and even found a few Petoskey Stones. It was a great vacation and we are already planning on returning next year. Thanks again for everything.

We had a wonderful time at the Lakehouse! What a lovely welcome with the jazz music playing and the goodies on the kitchen counter! The house was adorably decorated and incredibly clean upon arrival. The owners were very nice and so accommodating. The location of the cottage is perfect! Easy access to the beach either from the back across the dunes or just down the road to the public access to the beach. And the rental company has excellent customer service! Can’t say enough great things about our stay! Hope to come again someday! 🙂

We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. There was soft music playing when we arrived and a basket of treats (fresh eggs, granola bars, water and local jam). It was a lovely touch to make us feel welcomed. The cottage is very nicely decorated/furnished and was clean. The kitchen was well stocked. Our son loved playing in the front yard area and we loved the beautiful views of Lake Michigan. We got to see two storms come in and two very beautiful sunsets. The cottage is a super short drive to a nice beach and we enjoyed going every day. There is a way to walk to the beach from the cottage but we didn’t try that out because we had a toddler with us. It was a great setting for making family memories. We would absolutely stay here again whenever we are back in Michigan!

We loved our stay at mid oaks! We loved the history and overall feeling of the cottage. It was great being so close to the lake. The furniture and bedding was all very comfortable. We stayed during a cooler week and were glad. Cooking in the kitchen gets really hot so we tried to only use the kitchen at breakfast and mostly used the grill. It would’ve been nice to have an extra set of towels and hand towels and a laundry basket for going up and down from the basement. And another note for anyone coming with small children, there isn’t a bathtub. Just standup shower. These aren’t complaints, just notes. Everything was really clean and well taken care of. If you have kids and loads of stuff you will probably want to drive down to the beach but we never had an issue with parking down there. We enjoyed a concert at the bandshell, icecream at the old time soda fountain, and coffee and books from the book shop. I would love to come back next summer!

My family and I had such an enjoyable stay at Mid-Oaks. We spent our days visiting some nearby nature preserves and sunning and reading on the beach which is just a short walk from the cottage. The weather was a little cool, but that made for cozy nights by the fireplace. We felt very welcomed as we entered the clean and fresh cottage and were greeted with fresh eggs, a welcome basket, and soft music playing. What a lovely place! Thanks!

This historical house was absolutely beautiful! Something I cannot talk about enough! Walking through the home the first time felt like you were in a movie! Rochelle was so responsive and helpful when I had questions! She even provided a book on what to do in the area which was so helpful! All around a great experience and would happily stay here again!

This is our second time staying at the Ripley house. We love how you can walk downtown to grab ice cream, food, or a beer at a local brewery. The four bedrooms plus the basement makes it easy to sleep a big crowd. And it’s a 10 min drive from a beautiful beach.

Amazing host! Very responsive and flexible ! Extremely helpful and supportive ! Thanks for arranging and decorating a Christmas tree 🎄 for us!
Excellent house with lot of character! Perfect for friends and families! Well organized and decorated!

We enjoyed 10 quiet and isolated nights in early October at the property with lovely sunsets viewed from the deck. The cottage and its kitchen are nicely equipped. We would stay again and come back with friends. 3 couples could comfortably stay here. Our only wish would be to have the piano tuned. The town of Montague and adjoining Whitehall are lovely, and there are state parks to explore in the area.

Wonderful, relaxing stay! My wife, our dog, and I enjoyed a long weekend at this lovely lake house. We felt welcome from the moment we stepped in the house with music playing and a bottle of wine waiting. The lake house was very accommodating for guests. With a short walk to the beach, we enjoyed morning and evening walks along the coast of Lake Michigan. The evening sunsets were breathtaking! The house was also a short drive from downtown Montague and beautiful parks. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone looking for a relaxing, delightful vacation. Thank you for the memories!

Great cottage and beautiful views. The hike to the beach was about 7 min. The beach is almost a mile long with both ends available to the public. This cottage was in the middle, so you basically had the beach to yourselves. For anyone with physical concerns getting to the beach, you can always drive to the end of the rd and enter at the public entrance. There is a croquet set & bat mitten which my family played every day. I didn’t notice a net, but we made something up. They do have wood for the fire, but we did bring our own ax to split some wood. Super nice weber grill. It was a great stay and we plan to come back next summer.