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Round Lake Retreat

Round Lake | Fire Pit, Grill, Patio & Lake Access

4.710 reviewsMecosta, Michigan

Cottage850 sq. ft.
Up to 6 guests1 bedroom · 1 bath
  • LakePublic access steps away
  • Water ViewRound Lake sunsets
  • Internet / WifiHigh-speed connection
  • Fire PitS'mores & starry skies
  • Smart TVNetflix & Disney+
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)Relax & take in the views

Peace and tranquility await at this 1-bedroom, 1-bath Mecosta vacation rental cottage. Enjoy lakeside living by the fire pit, cook up a delicious meal on the grill, and walk to Round Lake to take in scenic water views. Craving more fun in the sun? Hit the links, visit the Canadian Lakes Castle, or rent a boat for a day and take it out for a spin on one of the many nearby lakes!

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom · 1 bath · up to 6 guests

Main Bedroom

4 beds

What this place offers

  • Basic Soaps
  • Body Soap
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Central Heating
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
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Popular Amenities

  • Internet / Wifi
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace

Setting & View

  • Water View
  • Lake
  • Forest
  • Rural
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
  • Lake View
  • Town
  • Village
  • Shared Beach Access

Outdoor

  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Kayak/Canoe
  • Water Sports Gear
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sun Loungers
  • Beach Essentials
  • Boat Available
  • Boat Slip

Entertainment

  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Video Games
  • Games/Board Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video Library
  • Books

Kitchen

  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Wine Glasses

Attractions

  • Museums
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo

Leisure

  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddle Boating
  • Sledding
  • Boating
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
  • Shopping

Sports & Adventure

  • Cycling
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Ice Skating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Rafting
  • Skiing
  • Water Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing

Theme

  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions

Local

  • Fitness Center
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat

Parking

  • Free Parking

Safety

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products

Other Services

  • Concierge
  • Massage
  • Staff
  • Luggage Dropoff Allowed

Dining

  • Child's Highchair

Family

  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib

Availability

September 2026

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House rules & policies

Check-in
16:00
Checkout
10:00
Maximum guests
6
Pets
Up to 2
Smoking
Smoking not allowed
Events
Other events allowed
Minimum age of primary renter
21
Infants
Allowed
Arrival days
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Departure days
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Minimum nights
Minimum of 1 night. At least 2 nights over weekend nights.

Cancellation

One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 179 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. Forty-seven percent (47.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 60 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued. Grace period with free cancellation (no cancellation fees or partial refunds possible) for 12 hours after booking if arrival is at least 33 days and 8 hours away at time of booking.

Other things to note

★EVENTS & USAGE★

We get frequent requests from guests to use our homes for weddings, family reunions, bachelor / bachelorette parties, camping, or other large gatherings. Many of these types of events are high-impact and can affect future guest stays, so we carefully manage them.

If this is something you are looking for, please reach out to us prior to booking. Deposits, event fees, and other conditions may be required based on the event type, size and request. Should a booking be made prior to a mutual agreement on any additional requirements for the event, our standard cancelation policy will apply.

In the event your preferred dates are already taken, or you are traveling with a larger group, please view our other listings or reach out to us as we provide numerous rental options in the region.

★ADDITIONAL SERVICES★

For an additional fee, we can provide concierge tailored services for anniversaries, birthdays, holidays or weddings.

🔨 A handyman is available for minor to moderate repairs, 24/7/365.
🔧 Professional services are available for major repairs, 24/7/365.
🧹 Cleaning services can be performed mid stay for guests who want a hotel experience for an additional cost.

★PET-FRIENDLY HOME★

We are a dog (only) friendly home, but maintain a few rules and regulations regarding this. All dogs must be controlled either through a physical leash or with verbal commands so that the dog returns to the owner when necessary. Dogs and owners should both respect the boundaries of the properties and the neighbors use and enjoyment of their own. Guests should ensure that there is no pet waste left in the yards, and all waste is bagged up and removed. Do not leave any animals in the home unattended or uncrated under any circumstance. The home is limited to two dogs, and there may be a fee for these dogs. Guests should thoroughly clean up any shedding or excess fur which may be left in the home so that our cleaning team has a normal turnover without excess or unscheduled work. While we do make every effort to ensure a perfectly clean home, small amounts of fur may be present in the air, settle on the floors or surfaces or may not have been reachable under furniture... an expected, but unfortunate byproduct of being pet friendly.

★NO SMOKING INSIDE★

All of our homes are exclusively no-smoking, of any kind, inside the home. Cigarettes and marijuana are incredibly potent smells for non-users and can have a negative impact on future guests. Evidence of a guest smoking in the house, including the attestment of our cleaning team, will result in a cleaning fee of up to $500.00 to change furnace filters, ozone remediate the air, clean duct work, and clean hard and soft surfaces.

DISCLOSURES

Our homes feature many amenities which might be seasonally available or would be considered outdoor recreational items. We make every effort to ensure that these items are available for use and in good condition, but mother nature and our previous guests also play a roll in our ability to do so. Items like outdoor furniture, grills, kayaks, canoes, yard games, fire pits and patios are cared for by our team but are stored outside in the elements. There may be leaves, dirt or debris on these outdoor items, and some may have limited use depending on the season and weather patterns. Other items may have experienced use or abuse by previous guests and were not reported as damaged or broken to us, limiting our ability to repair or replace them. As with all short term rentals, our homes can experience wear and tear at an accelerated rate due to heavy use from our guests. We strive to keep our homes fresh and schedule repairs and maintenance as quickly as we can. You may experience new items at our homes that replaced items from our photos which may have been worn or damaged.

The home is located in a natural setting. Guests may encounter native flora and fauna commonly found in the area, including but not limited to mosquitoes, ticks, spiders, bees, wasps, ants, poison ivy, poison oak, raccoons, squirrels, deer, snakes, birds, and other wildlife. While the property is regularly maintained, the presence of plants, insects, and animals cannot be completely prevented. Guests are responsible for taking reasonable precautions when enjoying outdoor areas, including using insect repellent, wearing appropriate footwear, supervising children and pets, and avoiding contact with unfamiliar plants or wildlife. By booking this home, guests acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with staying in a natural environment.

Exterior maintenance services, including but not limited to lawn care, landscaping, pest control, snow removal, and trash services are essential to maintaining the quality and function of the home and surrounding land. Many of these services are scheduled on a weekly or monthly basis and may require the service provider to alter their planned date and time to work within past, current, or future weather conditions. As such, services may be performed during a guests’ stay.

The story

⭐️ 5 STAR HOSTS ⭐️

Forest & Flow Retreats focuses on unique homes and experiences so our guests can build memories for years to come. Over 15% of our bookings come from repeat guests, something we are very proud of. As you may have guessed from our name, we target natural properties with water or forest features that create a calm, peaceful and tranquil environment far removed from the hustle of day to day life.

We are avid outdoor enthusiasts and believe in protecting public lands through conservation efforts and the associated funds raised through hunting, fishing, and orv licenses.

We believe our homes and public lands should be a safe space for people from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, gender or ethnicity.

Each year, we donate a portion of our earnings to public land trusts and / or conservation efforts so that our waters and land can be protected for years to come.

We have hosted tens of thousands of guests over the years across our properties, helping family and friends have a memorable experience!

Guest access

Our guests have full access and use of the entire home and surrounding land. If you are unsure where the property lines end, please ask and we can assist! The privacy and safety of our guests and neighbors is very important to us.

Access is provided through a remote digital keypad, controlled through our Ring security system. Parking is convenient and close to the home, we only ask that guests do not park or drive on the lawn.

As a remotely located, rural home we manage travel times between our properties for turnovers between guests based on expected arrival times and the most efficient routes. Often, we can accommodate an earlier check in, just ask us in the days before your reservation and we will do our best to help!

🏠 Entire Private Home
🌲 Private (Not Shared) Outdoor Spaces
🅿️ Ample Parking
📞 24 / 7 / 365 Phone & SMS Support
🔓 Contactless & Keyless Entry
🛡️ Professionally Monitored Security by Ring Alarm Pro

What guests say

4.7 from 10 guest reviews

Elizabeth C.Wadsworth, Ohio
August 2026

Great place to stay! They did not have AC though.

Norm K.London, Ontario
August 2026

Forest and Flow have a very nice place. Relaxing, somewhat, no fault to Forest or Flow, the next door neighbor decide to powerwash his complete house while we were trying to relax by the fire. Before that, the neighbor across the street was slinging rocks

Jamie J.Harrisville, Michigan
August 2026

The perfect peaceful escape.

Brandon L.Battle Creek, Michigan
August 2026

Just as described. A great home base with cool surrounding excursions.

Chalice J.San Antonio, Texas
July 2026

Great place. Clean convenient and peaceful. ☺️

Rebecca M.Jenison, Michigan
June 2026

It was nice. The owners were very responsive with any issues we had. The address given is not correct. We had to stop and ask someone. When we arrived the house was clean, except when we opened the windows, they were full of bugs. The beach access is across

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Elizabeth C.Wadsworth, Ohio
August 2026

Great place to stay! They did not have AC though.

Norm K.London, Ontario
August 2026

Forest and Flow have a very nice place. Relaxing, somewhat, no fault to Forest or Flow, the next door neighbor decide to powerwash his complete house while we were trying to relax by the fire. Before that, the neighbor across the street was slinging rocks into a front loader. I guess just bad timing on our behalf.

Jamie J.Harrisville, Michigan
August 2026

The perfect peaceful escape.

Brandon L.Battle Creek, Michigan
August 2026

Just as described. A great home base with cool surrounding excursions.

Chalice J.San Antonio, Texas
July 2026

Great place. Clean convenient and peaceful. ☺️

Rebecca M.Jenison, Michigan
June 2026

It was nice. The owners were very responsive with any issues we had. The address given is not correct. We had to stop and ask someone. When we arrived the house was clean, except when we opened the windows, they were full of bugs. The beach access is across the street and down a steep hill. The water isn't really swimmable and the docks are not the property of the rental so there really isn't anything to do at the water. You can see the water from the house so there is a water view. We had some issues getting the TV to work as well. The listing said there was a Nintendo gaming console on the property but we never found it. The beds were pretty comfortable. Overall the place was alright.

Mary C.Trail, Minnesota
June 2026

The place was very quiet. Was not there during the day. Wish the place was cleaner and big blankets were washed better as I pulled a blanket out of closet and it smelled nasty. Smelled like nasty wet dog Threw it in the washer and then put it back. Cleaners might need more clear instructions on what they are expected to clean and how . I am a previous head house keeper and that was very disappointing for the price I paid.

Kathleen M.Dallas, West Virginia
August 2025

Very peaceful and quiet location!. Cottage with just as pictures suggest, well appointed and clean

Ashley K.Vincennes, Indiana
August 2025

We had a great little weekend trip staying at the cottage! It was perfect for us & our doggies! Thank you so much for having us!

Tonja J.Grass Lake, Michigan
July 2025

Communication was great with check In etc. place was exactly as the photos showed.

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Where you'll be

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Mecosta, Mecosta County, Central Michigan, Michigan

  • Water View
  • Lake
  • Forest
  • Lake View
  • Rural
  • Town
  • Village
  • Water Front
  • Shared Beach Access
  • Lake Access

About the area

Located as the last home on a private road of vacation homes, there are only two other homes within a half mile radius and separated by thousands of feet of dense forest.

The home is private, secluded, and modern allowing you the freedom to enjoy yourselves while still being just a short drive to restaurants, stores and other conveniences. The surrounding cities and towns provide plenty of dining options and we make recommendations in our guidebooks.

If you want seclusion from neighbors and freedom to enjoy yourself, this is the place.

★NEARBY CITIES & TOWNS★

➡️ Mecosta, MI; 4 Miles / 8 Minutes
➡️ Chippewa Lake, MI; 10 Miles / 14 Minutes
➡️ Stanwood, MI; 11 Miles / 18 Minutes
➡️ Big Rapids, MI; 13 Miles / 20 Minutes
➡️ Evart, MI; 25 Miles / 32 Minutes
➡️ Mt. Pleasant, MI; 29 Miles / 35 Minutes

★FURTHER AWAY★

➡️ Cadillac, MI; 55 Miles / 58 Minutes
➡️ Grand Rapids, MI; 58 Miles / 61 Minutes
➡️ Detroit, MI; 184 Miles / 2 Hours 53 Minutes
➡️ Chicago, IL; 236 Miles / 3 Hours 39 Minutes

The location

Directions via GPS other mapping services can be tricky because of the location, but we have plenty of information for you to make sure you start your trip out, stress free!

There is plenty of parking available for your vehicles and trailers if you're bringing any offroad toys along with you.

As always with rural homes, we recommend you download "offline maps" to deal with potentially spotty coverage along the way.

Neighborhood highlights

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