The house was big (but cozy!) with fascinating decor. The pool was a hit with the kids and adults! Huge outdoor table for dining outside. The lake was perfect for kayaking and canoeing, and we spent many hours on the water enjoying it. Far enough away from things to feel secluded, but just a short drive to Traverse City and the dunes. We saw loons, ducks, birds of all types, and the property has wonderful natural plants to attract butterflies. We loved every minute of it!

The house was big (but cozy!) with fascinating decor. The pool was a hit with the kids and adults! Huge outdoor table for dining outside. The lake was perfect for kayaking and canoeing, and we spent many hours on the water enjoying it. Far enough away from things to feel secluded, but just a short drive to Traverse City and the dunes. We saw loons, ducks, birds of all types, and the property has wonderful natural plants to attract butterflies. We loved every minute of it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beaches and dunes were easy driving distance. We ate outside every day using the large table on the back patio and have several really good photos of birds at the feeder...loved the old general store in Lake Ann where we purchased bird seed to replenish the cache.
We enjoyed the heated pool...the pool maintenance men came on Saturday on our arrival and again mid week.
We took the kayak and canoe out on the lake ... however there is no area to even step off the dock b/c of the mucky bottom.
All the décor from the owner's time spent in Africa and other countries was unique and interesting (I am glad I am not the person doing the dusting!). We tried to keep little hands off although did not see any signs saying "do not touch".
We would rent again if the owners have not reclaimed their retirement home.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beaches and dunes were easy driving distance. We ate outside every day using the large table on the back patio and have several really good photos of birds at the feeder...loved the old general store in Lake Ann where we purchased bird seed to replenish the cache. We enjoyed the heated pool...the pool maintenance men came on Saturday on our arrival and again mid week.We took the kayak and canoe out on the lake ... however there is no area to even step off the dock b/c of the mucky bottom.All the décor from the owner's time spent in Africa and other countries was unique and interesting (I am glad I am not the person doing the dusting!). We tried to keep little hands off although did not see any signs saying "do not touch".We would rent again if the owners have not reclaimed their retirement home.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beaches and dunes were easy driving distance. We ate outside every day using the large table on the back patio and have several really good photos of birds at the feeder...loved the old general store in Lake Ann where we purchased bird seed to replenish the cache. We enjoyed the heated pool...the pool maintenance men came on Saturday on our arrival and again mid week.We took the kayak and canoe out on the lake ... however there is no area to even step off the dock b/c of the mucky bottom.All the décor from the owner's time spent in Africa and other countries was unique and interesting (I am glad I am not the person doing the dusting!). We tried to keep little hands off although did not see any signs saying "do not touch".We would rent again if the owners have not reclaimed their retirement home.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have a family of 11 including several plus ones. Lily Pad Cove was perfect for us as it had plenty of room and beds. We also brought the family dog and again plenty of room. Me and my wife also loved the way it was decorated with artwork from Africa and other oddities you don't normally see in a property.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great setting. Very convenient to all the places we wanted to see. Love the pool. Enjoyed kayaking on the lake. But there were problems with mice (saw them running across the kitchen counter), poor cleaning (cobwebs on light fixtures, lots of dust and debris under the beds. Stone around pool very harsh on feet.

I thought we might tour the area, but the pool was so wonderful that we spent most of the time splashing around and doing laps. The interior is a delight with lots of books. This gem hidden in the woods, on a quite lake was just wanted I needed to destress.

Overall it was a great vacation. Loved the pool and the use of the kayak, canoe and row boat. Minor complaints include the stones around the pool and the lack of responsiveness from the management company. Also, the upstairs bedroom gets pretty hot. May need an extra fan. The one provided wasn't enough.

I thought we might tour the area, but the pool was so wonderful that we spent most of the time splashing around and doing laps. The interior is a delight with lots of books. This gem hidden in the woods, on a quite lake was just wanted I needed to destress.

Overall it was a great vacation. Loved the pool and the use of the kayak, canoe and row boat. Minor complaints include the stones around the pool and the lack of responsiveness from the management company. Also, the upstairs bedroom gets pretty hot. May need an extra fan. The one provided wasn't enough.

Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was very clean.I was very happy with the location.I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Great location and finding a vacation rental in northern Michigan with an inground pool is a rare find. Lake was wonderful and kayak, canoe and row boat provided with the rental was as advertised. Lake is quiet and caught a lot of fish. A couple of suggestions would be to clean pool between guests. I wasn't a big deal though and the property mgt company and owner were very responsive. I also suggest upgrading plates, bowls, cups and glasses. All are very old, well used and mismatched. All in all a great rental and positive experience with the property mgt company.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and finding a vacation rental in northern Michigan with an inground pool is a rare find. Lake was wonderful and kayak, canoe and row boat provided with the rental was as advertised. Lake is quiet and caught a lot of fish.

A couple of suggestions would be to clean pool between guests. I wasn't a big deal though and the property mgt company and owner were very responsive. I also suggest upgrading plates, bowls, cups and glasses. All are very old, well used and mismatched.

All in all a great rental and positive experience with the property mgt company.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Full of activities. Never a dull moment. Great location.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was exactly what we needed for our vacation. With two families staying here, we had plenty of room for the kids and adults. The pool and private lake were perfect. We were able to canoe, kayak, fish and swim without leaving the property. And the drive to Traverse City was pretty easy. My only complaint is the material used on the pool decking and steps leading downstairs is a bit rough on the feet. While the decor in the house isn’t my taste, it was a lovely home and very clean.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very relaxing atmosphere with plenty for everyone to do: canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, hiking & bird watching. Enjoyed visits to Sleeping Bear Dunes; climbing the dunes and taking in the beautiful scenic drive as well as trips to Traverse City and Mackinac Island, Accommodations very comfortable
and clean. Plenty of space for 10 of us

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great. The house was in much needed updates, like the furniture, mattresses, shower heads, kitchen drain & dishwasher. Sitting out by the pool and walking around was very difficult because of the little pea rocks. The lake was fun as were the canoe and kayak. The fishing was great and we caught a ton of fish. Overall our experience was a good one.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall it was a great stay, the one thing we were disappointed with was the pool water temperature. Advertised as a "heated pool" the water was very cold and we were unable to adjust the temperature.

We came to lily pad cove for the cherry festival. Most of the family went to town but my husband and I never left during our trip. Why fight the traffic and crowd, we felt like royalty. The African decor was right up my alley. My husband is from Poland and my daughters boyfriend is Polish as well, the Polish accents were appreciated. The owners story is worth reading because they are missionaries in Africa. Loved the whole vibe and the land, pool and lake.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as described when we arrived. The property was clean and well maintained. The pool guy was there to clean it for us, the pool was a warm 80 degrees for the grandchildren. The boats and lake were beautiful. Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes were nearby as well as a wonderful grocery in Interlochen. A wonderful well equipped kitchen and earring areas both indoors and out.