Pond retreat with heated pool & hot tub

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Huge TV and large couch in the basement game/media room to entertain all the guests for hours!  Wifi enabled smart TV.
Living room TV, a crackling real wood fire and TV with loved ones?  Check!
Laundry room leading to the master bathroom and master bedroom
Main floor half bathroom
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10Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
"This is a great house for a large group booking that wants to spend time but also have enough room that you're not on top of each other. It has great amenities there but just a short drive to the La..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)

House in Michigan

16 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Pool mornings, pond paddles and hot-tub nights come together at Smitten in da Mitten—an 18-acre Southwest Michigan retreat made for families and multi-generation groups. Swim in the host-heated pool, explore the natural pond by kayak, challenge the family to arcade-style games, or settle in around one of two wood-burning fireplaces. Five bedrooms, flexible sleeping and Gigabit internet give up to 16 guests room to reconnect.



WHY GUESTS LOVE IT

• Seasonal heated pool, available May 1–October 1

• Pool heat included and host-controlled at approximately 82–84°F

• Year-round hot tub

• Natural pond for kayaking, wading and catch-and-release fishing

• Two kayaks with life vests; guests bring their own fishing gear

• Infinity game table, wall-mounted Connect 4 and 12-in-1 Street Fighter Arcade1Up cabinet

• Children’s playground

• Two wood-burning fireplaces; the flue must be fully open whenever either fireplace is in use

• Gigabit internet service and Smart TVs

• Pool-deck seating for approximately eight

• 18 private acres with room to unwind



ROOM FOR THE WHOLE GROUP

Sleeps up to 16 guests, with a maximum of 10 adults:

• Main-floor primary bedroom: one king bed

• Main-floor bedroom: one queen bed

• Upstairs bedroom: one queen bed

• Upstairs bedroom: one queen bed

• Lower-level bunk room: one queen bed plus six twin beds arranged as three twin-over-twin bunk beds

• 3 full bathrooms plus 1 half bathroom



POOL, POND AND OUTDOOR FUN

The seasonal pool is available May 1 through October 1, with heat included and controlled by the host at approximately 82–84°F. The natural pond contains aquatic vegetation and is not maintained or advertised as a swimming area. Guests may wade if they choose, kayak using the two provided kayaks and life vests, or enjoy catch-and-release fishing with their own gear. The playground is available for supervised family fun.



GAMES AND GATHERING SPACES

Challenge the group on the Infinity game table, wall-mounted Connect 4 or 12-in-1 Street Fighter Arcade1Up cabinet. Smart TVs, Gigabit service, two wood-burning fireplaces and multiple indoor gathering spaces keep the stay easy when the weather changes.



GOOD TO KNOW

• Pool-deck seating accommodates approximately eight, but there is no outdoor dining setup.

• Pool towels and pool toys are not provided.

• The pool, pond and hot tub are not fenced and have no pool cover, alarm or dedicated rescue equipment. Active adult supervision is essential around all water.

• Kayak life vests are provided; guests bring their own fishing equipment.

• Pond fishing is catch-and-release. The pond is not advertised as stocked.

• Wedding attendees are welcome as lodging guests only; parties and events are not permitted.

• Quiet hours are 9 p.m.–8 a.m. Eastern Time. Outdoor sound carries easily across the pond.

• Both fireplaces are wood-burning. The flue must be fully open whenever either fireplace is in use.

• No pets or smoking. Service animals are handled according to applicable platform policy and law.

• Two exterior Ring cameras remain active during stays and record video and audio when outdoor movement triggers them. One garage-mounted camera views the garage and driveway; one front-door camera views the entrance and walkway. There are no indoor cameras.

• A Minut monitor in the back-patio area measures sound levels in decibels and flags readings above 80 dB. It does not record audio or conversations. Noise travels easily across the pond, so respectful outdoor volume is important.



Come for the pool-and-pond setting; stay for easy family time, flexible sleeping and game-filled nights together.

Amenities

Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Parking Available
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Waterfront
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Cribs or cots available
Ironing facilities
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Desk
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
This is a great house for a large group booking that wants to spend time but also have enough room that you're not on top of each other. It has great amenities there but just a short drive to the Lake, wineries etc. Definitely recommend
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Our family had a wonderful time at Smitten in da Mitten. The interior of the house was immaculately clean and very comfortable for our group. We appreciated the large kitchen for preparing meals and the huge dining table was perfect for eating together and playing games. We liked that the bedrooms were spread throughout the house so that night-owls and early risers didn't disturb the rest of the group. Each window gave us a beautiful view of the lovely surrounding woods and pond. Our family really enjoyed the pool and hot-tub - a treat each day! There are several steps to enter the house so travelers should take note if mobility is a challenge. I would highly recommend this lovely home for a family or friend gathering!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
We very much loved the spacious kitchen. Spent most evenings hanging around the large island, while the kids enjoyed the game room downstairs. The kids got in the pool one of the nights, unfortunately rain kept us out the next. However enter the awesome game room. The adults were playing classic board games on the gaming table while the kids did street fighter and pac man. The house had plenty of room for everyone with room to spare. It was nice that each couple and the kids all had their own bathrooms. No fighting over the shower. Wish we could have stayed one more night/day to possibly enjoy the hot tub and pool. Overall we enjoyed our stay and had an amazing time. It felt like being at a secluded, very large nice cabin, but with a 20ish min drive to St Joseph and little over a half over drive to South Haven beach. It was nice to blend the seclusion of the house with days at the beach. The host was very responsive, accommodating and informative. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Such a fun property! Everything worked wonderfully, and the hot tub was such a perk. Always love when the kitchen has all of the utensils/pans we need!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pond retreat with heated pool & hot tub. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Pond retreat with heated pool & hot tub. Enjoy the water!

Is Pond retreat with heated pool & hot tub pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Pond retreat with heated pool & hot tub?

We found 35 amenities for this rental. This includes free parking, air conditioning, pool, non-smoking, and tv.


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