Notes from the host
Sandy Beach Wheelchair-Friendly Knotty Pine Lodge
DO NOT CLICK "Request to Book". Instead, press "Contact host".
We need to learn about your gathering's needs before granting approval.
IF YOU DON'T SEE "Contact host"
1) Select any check-in/out dates.
2) Press "Check availability"
2) If Vrbo sends you to a search page, click our listing at the top.
3) Press "Contact host" under the blue "Check Availability" button
VRBO'S RECENT CHANGES NOW REQUIRE THIS CUMBERSOME EXPERIENCE. WE APOLOGIZE TO YOU ON THEIR BEHALF
Please ignore Vrbo's language about no refunds... their system won't remove it. The rental agreement we both will sign will be in force and includes our standard cancellation policy, which we provide upon request -- and always before a payment is submitted.
A word about our Rates. Vrbo's format of their Rates section makes it impractical for us to input every possible rate combination for 365 days a year. The rates that Vrbo automatically provides are sometimes incorrect. We provide exact quotes in our responses. Pricing for the Pontoon Boating Pkg is provided when we respond to inquiries. An administrative fee of 3% applies to Vrbo reservations as well as the State of Michigan 6% "Use Tax."
From June through late August we are only able to accept 7-night, Saturday to Saturday reservations.
If you need a little more sleeping capaciy, we have 2 new upscale short term rental apartments just a mile away that are priced very competitively. The Duet has 2-BRs, 2-BAs (Vrbo #4663879 - $145/night+6% tax+$45 cleaning fee + Vrbo fee) and The Trio has 3-BRs, 2-BAs (Vrbo #4663698 - $195/night + 6% tax + $45 cleaning fee + Vrbo fee).
Need even more sleeping capacity? The Knotty Pine Lodge is one of 4 vacation homes that we call "The Lodges at Stone Lake" in Cassopolis, Michigan, all located within 50 - 1000ft of each other. "The Lodges at Stone Lake" are all wheelchair-friendly:
1) Blue Spruce Lodge (Vrbo #1317280):
- 11-BR / 12-BA
- 885ft² Gathering-Game Room
- Kid's Play Loft
- 1,000+ft² Covered Deck
- 50ft from the Woodlands Lodge
2) Cedar Lodge (Vrbo #890604)
- 9-BR / 9-BA
- 845ft² Gathering-Game Room
- 670ft² Covered Deck
- 900ft from the Blue Spruce Lodge
- 60ft from Knotty Pine Lodge
3) Knotty Pine Lodge (this property)
- 7-BR / 7.5-BA
- 550ft² Gathering-Game Room
- 430ft² Covered Deck
- 60ft from the Cedar Lodge
4) Woodlands Lodge (Vrbo #262334)
- 8 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms
- 450ft² Gathering-Game Room
- 2 Decks w/ Roofs: 756ft² plus 350ft²
- Plus a Lakeside Log Cabin w/ 1-BR, 1-BA
- 50ft from Blue Spruce Lodge
Welcome to our Knotty Pine Lodge!
The wheelchair-friendly 3,770 sq. ft. Knotty Pine Lodge is nestled among the trees in a serene setting just 25 feet from its sandy, gentle-slope beach on Stone Lake. Situated at the end of a quiet dead-end lane with only 18 homes, it's part of a private 47-acre heavily wooded nature preserve with trails great for exploring wildlife.
On the main level is a 550 sq ft level wheelchair accessible Gathering-Game Room with 10-foot ceiling, knotty pine planking, lots of windows, pool table, foosball table, folding ping pong table, 5 leather sofas, 2 Bistro Tables with barstools and a second 25 cu ft stainless steel fridge to keep the beverages cold! This unobstructed open space is also ideal for Yoga Groups, Scrapbookers, Quilters, Business Retreats. Most all of the furniture in the Gathering-Game Room can be moved into the adjacent 9 x 24 Entry Foyer if more open floorspace is desired. A big hit with Guests is the 1080 HD Projection TV with 12-foot power screen, home theatre audio system, ll connected to Comcast's fastest "Extreme" cable internet service.. Perfect for sports, movie night or PowerPoint presentations.
With its lakeside wall of windows on all 3 levels the Knotty Pine Lodge has incredible views of the secluded western shoreline of quiet Stone Lake. The 7 BRs each has its own full bathroom – yes! -- and each BR has a Queen Bed. Three of the upper level BRs also have twin bunk beds. Twin 50-gallon hot water tanks means a never-ending supply of hot water.
The entire interior is finished in knotty pine planking - hence its “Knotty Pine Lodge” name.
The Knotty Pine Lodge has a barrier-free entry, two MBR suites with 3 x 5 roll-in showers & private water closets with grab bars (see floorplan). A Power Chairlift connects the Main Level with the Lower Level. Additional accessible features include BA vanities w/ knee room, lower mirrors, the 12-foot x 36-foot lakefront Covered Deck right off the Main Level…and pocket doors galore.
The landscaping includes mostly gently sloped hard surface walkway from the lower level patio to the beach dock and the secluded, sandy gentle-slope beach.
At a shady spot at the tree line near the house is an awesome playset (29' W x 30' L) that features multiple platforms, swings, slides, rock climbing wall...enough to keep the kids entertained for hours.
Included with every reservation: over 12 bicycles (yes 12+) in a mix of child and adult sizes for our Guests to ride on the trails in the 47 wooded acres -- and through the nearby residential areas of the Village of Cassopolis for those who like to admire the many grand turn-of-the-century homes that are sprinkled throughout. Bring your bicycle helmets!
Main Level: The bright & airy kitchen features stainless steel Whirlpool appliances and a 9-foot peninsula breakfast bar. The kitchen is open to the Great Room and its soaring 19-foot high ceiling with huge windows facing Stone Lake. The Great Room features an intimate U-shaped seating arrangement with two sofas, loveseat and ottoman facing the gas fireplace -- and a 75-inch smart TV . The Great Room makes for a super indoor gathering place for the adults. The open sun-filled Main Level includes the dining area with a table that expands to seat 14+ (extra chairs provided). The 12' x 36' covered deck is right off the Great Room and has lots of seating and dining furniture – with incredible views of quiet Stone Lake. The deck railing is 'see-thru' stainless steel wire for unobstructed views. An additional deck is right at the beach and measures 16' x 18' with a 12' x 16' furnished gazebo.
The Main Level has one of the two Accessible MBR Suites with a roll-in 3' x 5' shower, her vanity / his sink, and a private accessible water closet. There is also an accessible powder room off the kitchen. And of course the 550 sq ft Gathering-Game Room is on the main level, as is the 9 x 24 entry foyer.
Upper Level: Features 2 cozy BRs each with Queen beds + bunk beds, 2 FBAs with snug shower stalls, a balcony overlooking the Great Room, and access to the Attached Guest Wing with 2 more BRs / 2 more BAs and another private deck.
Lower Level: Completely finished and wheelchair accessible from the Main Level via the Power Chairlift on a wide staircase, this level features a Media Room with 2 sofas, loveseat, ottoman and 75-inch smart TV. With its wet bar and dorm-size fridge, it's a great indoor place for the kids. This level also has a 2nd Accessible MBR Suite with roll-in shower, her vanity / his sink, and private accessible water closet...plus another MBR suite with a FBA including a bathtub shower. Both BRs have lakeside picture windows. Right outside is the 12' x 36' covered patio - all just 25 feet from the edge of Stone Lake.
Many guests enjoy reserving the optional Pontoon Boating Pkg -- it really opens up a whole new world to be able to get out on the lake – and the little ones just love playing 'captain' steering the boat. The Pontoon Boat also makes for a great mobile swimming platform, and sunsets are glorious as it's so peaceful to be out in the middle of Stone Lake and just slowly drift and watch the waterfowl, birds, etc. And if anyone likes to fish - that's what Stone Lake is famous for! We include in the rental of the Pontoon Boat a personal orientation session so that the Pontoon can be operated safely and with confidence. Also included is 10 gallons of fuel.
Included with a Pontoon Boating Pkg are 7 kayaks (5 adult, 2 child). Also included is a 6x17' floating "Lily Pad", which is great fun for everyone. New in 2024: Four round "Corcls" -- personal watercraft which are super fun for kids & teens.
For Guests with mobility issues, and Guests with children who love to vacation with other families, the serene setting of the Knotty Pine Lodge with its own boat dock, gentle-slope sandy beach and 47 wooded acres -- makes for family memories to last a lifetime.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
We love to talk about Stone Lake -- so please shoot us an email for more info!
Warmly,
Ted, Brenda & Christian
The Gogol Family in Cassopolis, Michigan
Proudly serving our Guests since 2009
Keywords: Lakehouse, Lakefront, Beachfront, Lake View, Multi-Family, Diamond Lake, Handicap Accessible, Accessible, 5 Bedrooms, Wheelchair Friendly
