I’d been looking for a place on Lake Michigan for a get-away retreat for a few days. When I saw the photos of the Rustic Retreat, my hopes were high. Well, the experience far exceeded my hopes. It was beautiful, clean, and felt like home, only on the lake, without any to-dos’s. Anything we needed was there. The house is open, light, roomy, comfortable and, as I said, clean and fully functional. I really appreciated that everything was in good order and worked well, with clear directions when needed.
Dan was available and willing to answer any questions we had, and to offer suggestions.
I particularly enjoyed the water views (even the sunrise when I got up early enough), the beach (just down some steps, not down boulders, as one of the reviewers claimed) and the sauna (a Finnish-style steam sauna). I was with my 88 year old mom, who has mobility issues, but she was able to stay on the main level and fully enjoy our stay.
There is a lot of space in the house, on the property, and even along the beach, so I think it would be flexible for different kinds of gatherings. If you’re wondering about a great place to stay, I’d book this one! I’m grateful that I found it, and I plan to stay again as soon as I can. It was a true retreat for us.