Michigan home ranked among top US vacation rentals of 2024

Cottage is not Up North!

Sand Lake, Michigan - Sandy Lakehouse (Vrbo)

A Michigan home has been ranked among the top U.S. vacation rentals of 2024.

Vrbo released their list of the top vacation rentals of the year, featuring some of the most gorgeous waterfront homes, stunning cabin escapes and modern city stays in the country. The homes are selected from the more than 2 million properties worldwide on the Vrbo platform, based on criteria including having:

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  • A 4.9 or higher star rating
  • Positive guest reviews
  • Standout amenities and spaces for spending time together with friends and family
  • Premier Host status

The top ranked vacation rental for 2024 was in Sedona, Arizona, followed by a cabin in Big Sky, Montana. Coming in at No. 6 on the top ten list, a lakefront home in Sand Lake Michigan:

“Situated on Baptist Lake, “Sandy Lakehouseis a stunning lakeside home beyond compare. The property is decked out with every amenity imaginable, including a professional-grade gym, custom sports court for basketball and pickleball games, and a fully equipped game room. This is a perfect spot to host family and friends for a summer vacation or for a quick weekend escape, located only half an hour from Grand Rapids,” Vrbo wrote.

The lake cottage features five bedrooms, sleeps 14 people, and includes a hot tub, along with the other amenities featured above. It’s currently renting at about $990 per night, on average.

Sand Lake is in West Michigan, in Kent County, about 180 miles west of Detroit.

Sand Lake, Michigan - Sandy Lakehouse (Vrbo)

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