Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here | Cottage in Gowen

LITTLE BLUE BUNGALOW
SLEEPS: 5
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1
*LAKEFRONT (Horseshoe Lake, outside of Grand Rapids)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*2 KAYAKS INCLUDED (From Memorial Day to Labor Day)
This classic, old-school cottage is fun for small families, hunters, and fisherman. Located on the popular all-sports Horseshoe Lake about an hour east of Grand Rapids, the Little Blue Bungalow sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms and has 1 bathroom. With a 24ft. private dock, you are able to bring your water vessels and dock them in view. And no worries trying to find a public launch, a private boat launch is just steps away. However, the property does come with 2 kayaks and a swimming raft! Although this property is located on Horseshoe Lake, you can access all 5 connecting lakes via waterway with a flat boat, canoe, or kayak, make a day's adventure for boaters!
Having a 3-seasoned screened-in porch with furniture allows you to enjoy the view in comfort. This home wouldn't be complete without a fire pit, charcoal grill, and picnic table to embrace the lake front views. In addition, the Little Blue Bungalow comes with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, water toys, board games, books, Wi-Fi, and a smart TV including Netflix and Hulu.
When it comes to suitability for multi-generational families, the area inside the cabin is absolutely ideal since it is a ranch setting, with just a few steps to reach the door facing the driveway. Still, if you want to walk down to the water's edge/ dock there is a significant incline. While there are small steps leading down to the water, there is NOT a railing. Please use caution. This walkway isn't suitable for anyone with balance concerns.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A/C: There is an AC unit by the Master bedroom which circulates nicely throughout the home. In addition, there are also portable fans throughout the home.
Animals: Birds, Squirrels, and Deer are most common.
ATV/Snowmobiles: Allowed. Must be transported to nearby trails.
Bathroom: There is a ¾ bathroom, which has a walk-in shower, toilet and sink (no bathtub)
Beach/Swimming: 75-foot lake front. You can swim into the lake right from the property.
Bedroom Configuration:
Master Bedroom = 1 Queen bed
2nd Bedroom = 1 Full bed with Bunk (sleeping 3)
Boats: (SEASONAL) 2 kayaks are provided! A swimming raft is available for your use! Basic life-jackets are also provided. (From Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Bugs: Typical flies, mosquitoes, spiders, and ants.
Cable/Satellite TVs: a smart TV including Netflix and Hulu
Cell phone service: Good with most carriers
Coffee Maker: Traditional coffee pot/carafe style. Bring your own coffee.
Distances (approximately):
* Grand Rapids: 47 minutes
* Grand Haven (Lake Michigan): 1 hour 4 minutes
* Lansing: 1 hour 30 minutes
* Milestone Barn (Wedding Reception site): 1 hour
* Traverse City: 2 hours 23 minutes (131 miles)
Dock: New 24ft. roll-out private dock for your use.
Fire Pit: Yes. Wood is provided.
Fishing: Bring your poles. Great fishing, either off the dock or at local holes.
Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at http://www.mdnr-elicense.com/Welcome/Default.aspx
Grill: Propane gas grill - New in 2023
Game: Please enjoy yard Yahtzee during your stay!
Grocery Store: Approximate 10-minute drive into Greenville, MI.
Handicap Accessible: Must be able to navigate stairs and uneven terrain to enjoy this home and surrounding property.
Heat: Fireplace is the main source of heat. There is no furnace. A space heater is also provided!
Hunting: This property has WONDERFUL hunting grounds within minutes from the home. Turkey, pheasant, and deer are the most popular things hunted in this neck of the woods.
Internet: Wi-Fi included in your stay
Linens: Yes, we provide you with basic sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are particular about the thread count of your sheets, let us know, and we will make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets.
Parking: Can park 4 cars comfortably.
Pets: Not allowed
Privacy: Lake property with other homes in view.
Smoking: No smoking allowed of any kind, on the property. Due to the close proximity of the neighbors, it is strictly prohibited.
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Michigan DNR Snowmobile Trail System – The Pine River Trail is nearby and connects to the state trail system, accessible within 10-15 minutes
- Flat River State Game Area – A popular area for snowmobiling, approximately 15-20 minutes away.
- Baldwin/Big Rapids Trail – Approximately 20-25 minutes away
- Newaygo County Snowmobile Trails – About 30 minutes away
**Guests must trailer to trails from property**
Space: The lot is 180ft. deep and has 75ft. of waterfront
Closest Grocery Store: There is a grocery store approximately 10 minute drive into Greenville, MI. Meijer is there.
Towels: Yes, we provide towels. Please bring your own beach towels to take to the water.
Washer and dryer: Yes. Detergent is provided.
Water: This cottage has simple well water. It is hard water. There is NO water softener. There is a lot of iron in the water as a result. It may have a sulfur smell, like eggs. You may prefer to bring your own bottled water, as some guests find the taste in the cottage water to be too strong.
Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling – The Pine River Trail and Newaygo County Snowmobile Trails are nearby (10-30 minutes away) **Must trailer to trails**
* Cross-Country Skiing – Trails at Riverside Park in Greenville, about 15 minutes away.
* Ice Fishing on Gun Lake – A popular winter activity, about 20 minutes away.
* Downhill Skiing at Cannonsburg Ski Area – About 35-40 minutes away, offering skiing and snowboarding.
* Sledding at Local Parks – Several parks in the area, including in Greenville, offer great sledding hills.
Wood: Wood for the firepit is provided.

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Little Blue Bungalow: Leaf-Peeping & Lake Views – Fall Perfection Starts Here has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gowen has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gowen, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.