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Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
MI, Otsego
  • Popular LocationBittersweet Ski Resort15 min drive
  • Popular LocationGun Lake Casino18 min drive
  • Popular LocationWestern Michigan University25 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit

**Please read through completely to see seasonal changes to the property. Thank you**

The Otsego Chateau Sanctuary sits on 14 acres. It’s a stunning place tucked back off the main road where you can enjoy a touch of natures beauty. The home is spacious and bedrooms are setup to accommodate larger groups and families. The information below summarize some perk of the rental in the summer and winter.

Summer:
There are two ponds on site where you can spend time fishing (catch and release only), kayaking, paddle boarding, or swimming. This is a great source of entertainment for the kiddos. If swimming in the pond isn’t your thing, we have a large pool with a spacious patio area for all to enjoy.

The pool is one of the many draws to this property. Surrounding the pool is a handful of lounges, tables, a propane fire pit, and chairs as well as a large umbrella covering. Located in the same area is the propane grill. Also note that the pool has the option to be heated. You can message us about doing so for spring and fall stays. The pool maintains a fairly warm temp during July and August months so heat is likely not needed, but if requested we can accommodate. We do charge for the propane usage, but this is a fairly reasonable rate solely based on usage.

Winter:
Otsego has plenty of great options for winter fun. Located only 10 minutes from Bittersweet Ski Resort, the Chateau is the perfect place to bring the family or friends to enjoy the some of the best skiing in the lower half of Michigan. The house is also located about 15 minutes from the snowmobile trail head in Allegan. With hundreds of miles of trails in West Michigan, Allegan trail head is a great place to jump on and ride. If snowmobiling or skiing isn’t your things, you can always just enjoy the beauty of the snow from the house and just relax and unwind.

The property also has two large pole barns that can be used for large gathering such as weddings, grad parties, or family reunion. Please send a message if this is something you would like to reserve in addition to the houses during your stay.

Beyond the water and barns there is still a great time to be had. We have bean bags, misc yard games, 2 fire pits, a ping pong table located in the garage, (2) 3 season rooms, and a beautiful kitchen that's large enough to accommodate your entire group.

There are two houses on the property. The main house has 4 bedrooms, and 2 full baths. The guest house has one bedroom, a pull out couch in the living area, and a full bath as well. The guest house is seasonal so it's closed during the winter months (Dec-March). The prices are adjusted to lower rates during that time as the sleeping space is lowered from 16 to 14 people. Please note that the listing still shows the max capacity for guests. Each bedroom (other than the guest house upstairs bedroom) has a TV with Direct-TV programming for guests to use.

You will also find some photos of the decorations we plan to have up for the Christmas season. These will be up roughly from the week after Thanksgiving until the week after New Years. We hope this added touch will entice you to consider the Otsego Château Sanctuary for your holiday gatherings. The photos showcase the decorations, so you can get a feel the space.

We thank you for taking the time to review our property. If there are any special accommodations requests, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to do our best to make your stay as great as possible.

Property manager

Mitchell Martin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Otsego

Located in Otsego, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kalamazoo Nature Center and Kalamazoo River, while Gilmore Car Museum and Kalamazoo Valley Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Gull Meadow Farms, or check out an event or a game at Waldo Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Bittersweet Ski Resort - 15 min drive
  • Gun Lake Casino - 18 min drive
  • Western Michigan University - 25 min drive
  • Gun Lake - 26 min drive
  • Gilmore Car Museum - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo Transportation Center - 26 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Four Roses Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪10th St Saloon - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Otsego Château Sanctuary - Pool / Guest House / Event Venue / Pond / Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Otsego vacation home is located on the waterfront, 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Kalamazoo River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake allegan and Bittersweet Ski Resort. Timber Ridge Ski Area and Gun Lake Casino are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view and stay! 10/10
the property was absolutely gorgeous! we definitely want to come back. Everything was spic and span, super clean. The kitchen is amazing. The nature surrounding the location is so peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarred B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Wonderful stay at a wonderful place. We used this house for a family ski trip and had several kids ranging in age from 2-7. The house had everything we needed for the kids; kids plates, bowls, utensils, toys, books, and plenty of activities! The house also has everything we needed to cook meals. It made the stay very easy and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in wonderland
We hosted 27 members of our family for Christmas Day. Only 6 of us stayed overnight. We had heard that the house would be decorated, but when we walked in my breath was nearly taken away. It was so beautiful. The house looked exactly as pictured. The kitchen and bathrooms were completely supplied with every possible thing we might need. Now I know for next time, I don't need to bring so much. The weather was so mild, lots of outside play, corn hole, ping pong in the garage, lots of fun around the foosball table. On the 26th, our daughter and son pulled out the kayaks and paddled around the pond. Magic all around. Thank you for the best celebration ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Getaway
Beautiful and cozy home! It was very clean, all the essentials provided, easy check in and so cozy and welcoming. Exactly as the photos had shown! We stayed there for a family wedding and they were very accommodating to our family. ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dyrinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Otsego Private Rendezvous
With a ten-year old and two twelve-year olds, the kayaks were in constant use, as were the fishing poles we brought and the soccer ball! In the modern, immense kitchen the frying pan was kept hot with cooking the fish as well. With ten people, everyone found their own private and playful space. Coming from FL, Manhattan, and San Francisco as a family, we entertained family members in the area with fabulous dining in a spacious area. Perfect for our Fall Fling!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful retreat
I've never used vrbo before this rental. Our stay was lovely. The house was just as beautiful in person as the pictures posted for the listing and even better, there were so many little touches that made this place feel like home. A vintage record player, board games for all ages, yard games and pool accessories, the candy bar in the panty, not to mention just the overall decor and attention to detail from the owner has made this a true sanctuary. The acres of land and water to relax and explore were so serene. My father had a blast fishing the pond and was so proud of the huge bass he caught and released. Overall, the stay here was nothing short of amazing and you will be hard pressed to find something so peaceful and serene yet so close to town. 10 out of 10, 100%, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pastoral and quiet
We spent a lovely week decompressing, reacquainting and enjoying the gorgeous pool, kayaking on the pond, and watching the kids explore the property. The kitchen was perfectly suited to gathering at and between mealtimes. The pool deck was also a favorite family spot. Peaceful evenings sitting on the dock were so calming. The amenities were carefully thought out: cabinets and pantry were well stocked with all the necessities and many courtesy items. Beds were comfy and the house easily accommodated 13 people, including a few active children. It was a wonderful and restorative vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
I liked the place because the younger kids really enjoyed the pool. The older kids loved going to the pond fishing and using the kayaks provided. There was a lot of room for everyone to do something as a group or to have some alone time if that’s what they wanted. Would definitely recommend this place,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family vacation
Our family of 12 had an excellent family vacation at this location. Everything was as advertised. Pool was great and kids caught fish, a few 10-12 bass and lots of blue gill. Kitchen was large and well equipped to handle food preparation for the family meals. Communication with Mitchell was excellent, very timely. Taylor was very helpful with keeping the pool clean and resolving a few questions. Excellent venue. Jim and Janice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Otsego Château Sanctuary Rocks!!!!
Our family from Colorado, Illinois and Indiana gathered at this house for our family week together. There was so much to do we hardly left the property. The owner let us bring our 4 kayaks and along with his 2 we almost always had all 6 of them on the pond during the day. The pool was awesome as well. The living space inside was open and let us all be together in the same room whether watching TV, playing board games or cooking/eating. We had one small issue with the Direct TV and the owner/manager was on top of the issue and had it resolved super quick. We would suggest this property to everyone and will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023