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Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Towels, soap, toilet paper

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake

Lakefront property on Saddlebag Lake .Saddlebag Lake is very quiet and low boat traffic which make great escape for people who prefer peace and quiet. Bring your boat,kayak and enjoy you vacation on all sport lake connected to other lakes thru channel or if you prefer fishing lots of great fishing. Fully furnished with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Kitchen has all utensils with microwave. Family room has a big screen Fire TV DVD player and wifi internet. Washer/Dryer available for use. Big Rock restaurant a short distance away.Lots of other attractions with vine testing,Air Zoo,plenty of orchard all types.On site volleyball,basketball just bring your own ball and 4 person paddle boat free to use for guests.Boat, pontoon, kayak rental available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Marcellus Lake House Saddlebag Lake
House Saddlebag Lake
Marcellus Lake Saddlebag Lake
Marcellus House On Saddlebag
Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake Marcellus
Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Marcellus, MI

What's nearby

  • Gravel Lake - 6 min drive
  • Swiss Valley Ski Area - 24 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - 26 min drive
  • Diamond Lake - 38 min drive
  • Western Michigan University - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 39 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rock at Big Fish Lake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Patch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Country Lakes General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fabulous Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake located?

Situated in Marcellus, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Gravel Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Woolfe Park and Lake of the Woods. Lawton Golf Club and Swiss Valley Ski Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Marcellus Lake House on Saddlebag Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
It was an amazing place to stay it was beautiful and so nice wish we could have atayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 night trip for wedding
Nice quiet neighborhood, the lake that it was on is very peaceful. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Would rent again if i come back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Place to Stay
This property is very clean. The lake view is beautiful especially now as the colors are changing. It is close to a restaurant that opens at 4. It is close to a local wedding venue. The owner is very quick to respond and was accommodating. arrive early
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renter beware
I paid in full 10 months before my daughter’s wedding so this would be one less stressor. One week before check in the owner said we owed an additional 192 dollars because rates change in January. I tried to call him as I didn’t understand and he didn’t answer. He told me to contact VRBO if I had an issue. I did and they told me he cannot raise the rate and that they would reach out and warn him about his behavior. Even after all of that, he still insisted we owed him. A review in June 2024 noted that the owner said they owed more money so this appears to be a pattern. Thankfully we were able to stay despite this “outstanding balance.” The place was very nice. Bring drinking water if you do rent from him.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camp P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
House was prefect for our family. House was very clean. Nice deck with gas grill and great lake side yard. Plenty of room for outdoor games. The view is very relaxing as you look out at across the lake at forest. Many different birds including Bald Eagles and lots of geese.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, on a beautiful lake!
We just returned from a beautiful stay in this nice home. Saddlebag lake is beautiful to capture amazing sunsets and enjoy access to the bigger lakes for amazing swimming. The house came stocked with all amenities as listed. Only a few minor obstacles were noticed. Nothing that was a surprise or hindered our vacation. The initial step into the house is quite large. Those with bad knees can grab two of the wooden blocks in front of the garage to assist with the step. If you have never lived in a house on the lake, the well water is full of a lot of iron and other natural minerals. This wreaks havoc on shower heads and toilets. The master toilet works fine, the second bathroom does not. As with the shower heads. The master worked fine and met all our bathing needs. The wifi reaches quite a distance, in fact two houses away and still connected. For some reason it does not work in the master bath, for men who like to scroll or read in their morning routines. The owner was easy to communicate with and very responsive. He has several pontoon options for rent. Note as of July 18th there is a no wake warning on the lake by order of the Sheriff. The water level is exceedingly high. A number of neighboring piers are under water, and water is above the shoreline. Overall, we had an amazing stay and would happily return again next year! Thank you to the owner for making you home available to others at a reasonable cost!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Keith N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Lake House with Nice Spaces
This listing was accurate, and the outdoor space was lovely. The inside of the home was clean and neat. The beds were comfortable. However, there were a number of issues that made our stay less than ideal. On check in day, the owner asked for additional money, above and beyond the full amount I paid 10 months prior. The toilet in the primary bathroom did not work, and the one in the secondary bathroom struggled but was usable. For a party of 6, each bathroom was stocked with only one towel each (no hand towels or wash cloths) and one personal sized soap--no shampoo or conditioner, so we made a trip to the dollar store, which was very inconvenient since we were in Marcellus to attend a rehearsal dinner and wedding and did not have much extra time. We were unable to access the WIFI, and the service in that area for Verizon phones is very, very poor. The working bathroom door did not lock, and the shower water ran gritty, so getting ready for our daughter's wedding (90 degree day) was unpleasant. The biggest issue for our family was the water quality. We live in the country and are used to well water, but we found this water undrinkable. We did not come prepared with bottled water. Although a Keurig was available, there were no K Cups in sight and honestly, I would not drink coffee made with this water. Bring your own drinking water, bath towels, beach towels, soap and shampoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacation
Our second time staying at this property. Our family had fun swimming and fishing from the pier. The large deck was fantastic with the view of the lake. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean property, enjoyed the stay very much. Saw Bald Eagles every day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip with Dad and Brothers
Quiet area good relaxing enjoyment
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We enjoyed our weekend even though we had a lot of rain. Visited Shipshewana as it was not that far south from the house. The lake looked wonderful even though weather did not permit us to enjoy it. Couple of items worth noting are the front door really needs a step added. It is a giant step down going out which can surprise you. Also the plateware has a gold metallic ring design which when used in microwave will spark. Not good. We used paper towel to heat items in the microwave. Overall a nice quiet neighborhood on what looks like a good fishing lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Adventure
We traveled from out of town to attend a wedding on a local farm. The lake house was a perfect location. The weather was a little challenging but we made it thru. Cannot wait to stay again in the summer so we can enjoy the lake more with our family. The home had everything we needed thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Great property, beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Remus P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Good stay , work group stay
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Another great stay at this place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House on Lake
The house was very clean. It has several upgrades. There was a new couch, gas grill, new refrigerator, and bench on dock. The lake was great for fishing, swimming, boating, and kayaking. This is a very relaxing place to spend a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Y B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place for a vacation
I, my sister and my brother in law stayed here for a week while visiting family in the area. The views were wonderful, the house was clean and we had everything we needed. The layout was perfect for us, with the family room and kitchen in the middle of the house. There was also a wonderful restaurant nearby where we had dinner several times. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Living the Lake Life
We had a lovely time at this lake house! We found it to be super clean and spacious compared to other homes in this price point. The deck was really big, and we brought our own canopy so that practically the whole thing was shaded. The yard is also a good size but a bit squishy as you get closer to the lake. We brought our boat and some of our own water toys but family also enjoyed the paddle boat that was provided. Owner was easy to communicate with and flexible with our request to put our boat on the dock before our check in time. Overall, it was fun to live the lake life here for a couple of days!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather R., Gurnee, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House Getaway
Layout of house is nice, with master bedroom at one end and two other bedrooms on the opposite end. Nice sized kitchen. Based on other reviews, we brought additional towels and blankets. Beautiful large deck with plenty of seating with views of the lake. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Great cozy place, love every minute that we spent at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dan R.

Enjoyed our stay at lake house.
House has decent curb appeal and liked the layout of house. Has neat nautical theme. Has nice dock to dock boat and fish from. Kids enjoyed fishing from dock. Bring your own water and blankets if cold at night. Bedding, dishwater, and plumbing fixtures could use update. Overall we had a good time and would recommend if you’re used to typical lake house issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
This property was nice, clean and pleasant to stay in. The weather was good and the view is great. Quiet and nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

philip a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was good but needed some updates. Would of been nice to have a fire pit to enjoy the outdoors.
Need to update beds and linens. Would prefer a coffee pot instead of single serving pot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022