The Birchwood Escape

SLEEPS: 6-8

BEDROOMS: 3

BATHROOMS: 2

*Lake Michigan & Lake Pentwater only 5 minutes away!
*Huron National Forest only 5 minutes away!
*Silver Lake Sand Dunes-less than 15 minutes away! 
*Dog Friendly

Welcome to ‘The Birchwood Escape’, your idyllic getaway located between Silver Lake and Pentwater. This exceptional home sits on 1.5 acres of wooden privacy, amidst beautiful birchwood trees and trails. It boasts the best of two worlds-the seclusion of being tucked away in the woods and being near to Lake Michigan shoreline and Silver Lake Sand Dunes.
Nestled amidst lush greenery, The Birchwood Escape promises a truly immersive nature experience.
 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, central air

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms:
Master Bathroom- Toilet, sink, shower
Second Bathroom- Toilet, sink, shower/Tub

Beach/Swimming: Lake Michigan is just 3 miles from property

Bedroom Configurations:
Master Bedroom- King size bed with attached bathroom
Second Bedroom- Queen size bed
Third bedroom- Queen size bed
Optional sleeping(living room)- Full size sleeper sofa

  
Boats: None provided but you are welcome to bring kayaks or canoes and launch at the local lake
 

Boat Launch: Public boat launch on Pentwater Lake 5.4 miles(12 minutes) 

Cable: Not traditional cable but TV capable of streaming
 
Cell Phone Service: Most major providers work well

Coffee Maker: Keurig, some k-cups provided

Distances:
ESCAPE TO NATURE:
Pentwater Pathways Trail (1.2 miles)
Lake Michigan (2.1 miles)
Pentwater Lake (2.3 miles)
Chester Street Park (2.3 miles)
Longbridge Road Bridge Boardwalk (2.6 miles)
Mears State Park (6.1 miles)
Channel Lane Park (6.2 miles)
Silver Lake Sand Dunes (7.4 miles)
Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park (8.2 miles)
Summit Park (12 miles)

HOTSPOTS TO VISIT:
Pentwater Village Green (5.7 miles)
Up North Farm Market (5.5 miles)
Mac Wood's Dune Rides (10 miles)
Little Sable Point Lighthouse (12 miles)
Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo (20 miles)

WINERIES & VINEYARDS:
Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard (9.9 miles)
Jomagrha Winery (10 miles)
Fox Barn (12 miles)
North Branch Winery (16 miles),
Oceana Winery & Vineyard (21 miles), Rooster Ridge Vineyards (22 miles)
          
Drinking water: filtered well water(drinkable)

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Wood burning stove

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Pentwater Lake has Large and Smallmouth Bass, Rock Bass, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike

Fishing License:  A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Golf and Ski:
Pentwater Pathways Cross-Country Ski and Hiking Trail (1.2 miles)
Colonial Golf Course (7.5 miles)
Oceana Golf Club (12 miles)
Benona Shores Golf Course (16 miles), Caberfae Peaks (75 miles)
Crystal Mountain (76 miles)

Grill: Propane grill provided

Grocery Store:
Hansen Foods- 11.4 miles(18 mins)

Heat: Forced air furnace(propane)

Internet: Yes, fast enough to work from location

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
 

Parking: Enough room for 4 cars 

Pets:  Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on.  Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we’ll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: Neighbors within view 

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.

Space: Single level home with wooded outdoor space
 

Seniors: Welcome, 5 steps into home

Televisions: 50 " Smart TV in Living Area

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, washer/dryer on site 

Wood: Not provided

Amenities