House Rules and Resources
Just a few things…
No Smoking or Vaping
Smoking and vaping is not permitted inside Strawberry Haus. If you must smoke, please do so outside of the property along the walkway in front of the house and ensure all cigarette butts are disposed of appropriately. Failure to do so will result in an additional cleaning fee
Pets
Strawberry Haus welcomes your fur babies! We hope they have an enjoyable stay too! A basket of essentials (food/water bowl and rubber mat, snacks, tie-outs, etc.) is located in the pantry and is labeled for easy identification. If you have more than one dog, please contact us prior to arrival. Sorry, but cats are not permitted. We prefer your pet sleeps in their own bed (or one we’ve provided), but if they favor the sofa and human bed over a pet bed, please use the extra blankets and sheets located in the lower-level closet to cover the furniture and bedding. This will minimize shedding on the furniture and speed up our cleaning process. Please clean up after your pets for the consideration of future guests.
Partying
We understand every gathering of friends or family is a celebration, but parties that welcome unauthorized guests are not permitted. Please be thoughtful of our community and the neighbors that surround you.
Noise
Please respect the serenity of this little slice of heaven. Support us in noise prevention between the hours of 10:00 pm and 7:00 am to allow for our neighbor’s tranquility. Violations of this policy may subject you to penalties.
Dirty Shoes
Whenever possible, please remove shoes upon entering the property. Shoes that may be laced with mud should be removed prior to entering. Please leave them on the front porch until they can be properly attended to.
Spa and Bath Towels
Do not use white bath towels at the hot tub. Blue and white striped towels are available for your use in the lower-level bathroom. When at all possible, please conserve towels for your future use.
Hot Tub Rules
Do not take glass kitchen items into the hot tub. Broken glass in and around the spa is dangerous. Disposable cups, travel mugs, and plastic bowls/plates have been provided for your use in the event you’d like to enjoy a snack during your soak. Please do not drop food into the hot tub. Doing so will seriously impede the spa’s performance and will detract from future guests’ enjoyment. Do NOT bring towels into the hot tub. Please use the hooks located on the wood pillars to hang your robe and towels
Fireplace
The fireplace is thermostatically controlled to a predetermined temperature. If you wish to enjoy the fireplace on a chilly night, please do so by switching the unit to “on” at the control box to the right of the fireplace. DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS of the fireplace when in operation. It is hot and WILL burn you. The fireplace will warm the room up very quickly so feel free to turn off the flames when you’ve hit your sweet comfort spot!
Watercraft and Accessories
We have provided several kyaks and a peddle boat for your use at the dock. The peddle boat has a ladder and a deck and makes for a great swim platform to take into the middle of the lake! Please return the cover after use. Personal flotation devices, paddles, and an assortment of beach toys are available in the shed at the base of the retaining wall. Please ensure that you return these items at the end of each use.
Boat Dock
You are welcome to bring your personal watercraft to Strawberry Haus. A public dock is available for your launch, although there is no ramp. Direct launch access is not available on our property. Renters take full responsibility of any damages incurred in the docking vessels on our dock. Please ensure the watercraft is secured to the pylons provided and that fenders protect both the dock and the watercraft.
Wildlife
Wildlife abounds on Pretty Lake. Please protect our loon population by avoiding any nesting locations if observed. Be very cautious while driving during dawn and dusk as deer are prevalent around the marshes surrounding the lake and they can easily become an unintended road obstacle.
Getting Here
16089 Pretty Lake Drive
Mecosta, MI 49332
Car
Strawberry Haus is approximately 2.5 hours from Metro Detroit, 1.5 hours from Lansing, and 1 hour from Grand Rapids. Travel time to Mackinaw and northern Michigan ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Plane
The nearest and most convenient airport to Strawberry Haus is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids. Travel time from the airport is approximately 95 minutes. Rental cars are available on-site.
Travel
Is work bringing you to Southeast MI and you need some R&R after a long week? Detroit International Airport and Bishop International Airport are primary travel hubs across Michigan and are 1.5 to 3 hours away with rental cars onsite.
Contact Information
info@newemail.com. Questions about your stay or about our property? Contact either Kim or Tony and we will work to respond quickly,usually within an hour or two depending on the scheudle of the day.
Kim – 248.842.1855
Feel free to reach out to Kim at this number. if you’re unable to reach her directly, feel free to leave a voicemail. Prefer to text? Sometimes we do too! Let’s connect at your convenience
Tony – 248.884.9491
We operate solely by mobile devices. If you tried to connect with Kim but she was unavailable, here’s Tony’s mobile number too for text or phone calls!
In Case of Emergency
Hospital
Mecosta County General Hospital
405 Winter Ave Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 592-4205 or 911
Fire Department
Morton Township Fire And Rescue – Canadian Lakes Station8224 100th Avenue Mecosta, MI
(231) 972-7211
Morton Township Fire And Rescue – Mecosta Station200 East Hayes Street Mecosta, MI
(231) 972-3310
Check-in/out
Urgent Care
Mecosta Health Services
8354 100th Ave # 1, Stanwood, MI 49346
(231) 972-6000
Mecosta Health Services
650 Linden St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-3200
Check-in: 4:00pm
We want to make your check-in experience as simple as possible by automating the process and eliminating the headache and stress that may accompany your travel timelines and potential delays.
The door lock will be coded with the last four digits of your phone number on the registration. When you arrive to the property, simply key in those four numbers and the door will unlock. Easy-Peasy!
If for some reason you are unable to unlock the deadbolt on the door, give us a call and we will direct you to the spare key location.
Make yourself at home and enjoy the peaceful tranquility of Strawberry Haus
Check-out: 12:00pm
As you begin your plans for returning to civilization, we want to provide you with our check-out guidelines.
Please ensure all towels (spa, bathroom, and kitchen) and bed linens left in the middle of the kitchen floor.
Ensure all trash is emptied into a trash bag and left in the garbage can by the garage.
Load the dishwasher, add a soap packet and start the dishwasher.
Please ensure all furniture that may have been moved is placed back in its original location.
Ensure the hot tub cover is secured and latched.
Please switch off all electronics and lights.
Ensure all windows are closed.
Please lock all exterior doors and ensure the deadbolt locks as you leave.
Things To Do
Let’s Eat
Pizza King
Known for their original recipes made with fresh and classic ingredients, PK has been serving pizzas to the Central Michigan community since 1962. Sadly, Big Rapids Pizza King is no longer in operation, but this store is still only 15 minutes away.
3480 N Woodruff Rd, Weidman, MI 48893
PH: (989) 644-3341
Schuberg’s Bar and Grill
Schuberg’s is known for good food, good times, and a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Although many things have changed, the Bar still looks and feels much as it did in the beginning with the original locally made furniture and pine covered walls.
109 N. Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
PH: (231) 796-5333
Crankers Brewery
A family-run, full-service restaurant and microbrewery located in the heart of Big Rapids, MI. They value local farmers, so they incorporate local produce into their scratch kitchen and microbrewery.
213 S State Street, Big Rapids, MI 49307
PH: (231)796-1919
Raven Brewing and BBQ
Raven’s offers something for everyone. From their own house-brewed craft beer, to their central
Texas-style slow-smoked BBQ, there is something on our menu sure to please. They source many of their ingredients from local farmers, from our food offerings to the ingredients for our specialty seasonal beers.
121 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
PH: (231) 629-8017
Loafer’s Glory
Loafers Glory is a quaint little shoppe with unique gifts and treasures, and scrumptious food from the kitchen! They are closed Jan – March but open back up in the spring. Definitely a stop you’ll want to make. Check out the soda fountain!
431 Main St. in Blancharad Mi 49310
PH: (989) 561-2020
Antler’s Fireside Dining
Antler’s services the Canadian Lakes area and has taken their restaurant to the next level with an extensive drink menu that features many different wines, craft beers and specialty drinks, and a one-of-a-kind food menu, made from scratch with the finest ingredients.
10107 Buchanan Rd., Stanwood, MI 4934
PH: (231) 359-1161
Royal Grill
Food, fun, laughter, and high spirits spill from two dining rooms separated by a grand stone fireplace while overlooking the 18th green of The Royal Golf Course while relaxing with drinks after a round of golf.
9775 Clubhouse Drive East, Canadian Lakes, Michigan PH: (231) 972.8450
St Ives Bar and Grille
After a rewarding day on the course, wet your whistle and satisfy your hunger at one of Tullymore’s two fantastic restaurants: The Taproom or St. Ives Grille. Featuring masterfully prepared meals from their talented team of chefs, both locations offer views almost as tantalizing as the menu itself.
9900 St. Ives Drive, Stanwood, MI 49346
PH: (231) 972-4837
Lakeside Pizza and Grinders
Try a hand-tossed pizza with fresh dough, loaded with cheese and toppings all the way to the edge. Or try a grinder, a sub-style sandwich made with fresh bread baked in-house daily, made hot in their own ovens with fresh white, wheat, or gluten free bread!
8412 100th Ave. Stanwood, MI 49346
PH: (231) 972-1000
Dockside Ice Cream / CL Pizza
If you are looking for something sweet, make sure to swing by Dockside Ice Cream! Their 16 flavors of ice cream is made with non-GMO dairy from Country Dairy in New Era, MI. and offer sorbet and vegan options as well.
8401 100th Ave, Stanwood, MI 49346
PH: (231) 359-1341
Canadian Lakes Coffee Company
CLCC offers gourmet coffees from all across the globe. From blends to flavored coffees, CLCC will offer something for the any coffee connoisseur. They will even ship for free for any order over 3 pounds!
8401 100th Avenue, Canadian Lakes, MI. 49346 PH: (616) 443-7678
Sawmill Saloon
This quaint tavern and restaurant is located on the site of an old sawmill and is open 365 days a year… yes, they are open on Christmas at noon! They have year-round patio cookouts, an open mic every Wednesday night, great food, and only the best bands.
1003 Maple St, Big Rapids
PH: (231) 796-9812
Ala Mode Restaurant
Ala Mode specializes in breakfast and lunch cuisine, including fresh baked pasties. They opened in 2001 at a log cabin that held thirty-six people and recently expanded to their current location on State Street. We recommend the biscuits and gravy!
407 North State Street, Big Rapids
PH: (231) 796-6633
Blue Cow Restaurant and Wine Bar
The Blue Cow serves a selection of locally procured, seasonally conscious meals. They strive to bring you something interesting, delicious and honest, and pair your meal with a hand-selected bottle from their extensive wine collection
119 N. Michigan Ave. Big Rapids MI 49307
PH: (231) 796-0100
Nawal’s Mediterranean Grille
Nawal’s Mediterranean Grille, Gourmet Cupcakes and Desserts is Big Rapids in-town kitchen specializing in classic Mediterranean appetizers, salads, hearty soups, entrees, homemade baked goods, and gourmet catering.
14253 Northland Drive, Big Rapids
PH: (231) 598.9303
Amenities
Strawberry Haus was built in 2012 and as such, is outfitted with all of the modern conveniences you would expect in a vacation destination. Three bedrooms and lodging for 10-12 guests provide the ultimate family getaway. The contemporary, yet cozy interior design provides just the right balance of comfort and amenities to provide our guests with endless entertainment!
Things To Do
Strawberry Haus was built in 2012 and as such, is outfitted with all of the modern conveniences you would expect in a vacation destination. Three bedrooms and lodging for 10-12 guests provide the ultimate family getaway. The contemporary, yet cozy interior design provides just the right balance of comfort and amenities to provide our guests with endless entertainment!
