Welcome to Our Home
Porter Stay is an international hospitality alliance that offer travelers consistently high-quality vacation rentals. While other homes are just places to sleep, our homes are designed & managed to allow guests the space to deepen connections, create joyful memories, and feel the warmth that only a deep love of hospitality can provide.

Our mission is to make sure every guest feels taken care of and we spare no expense to achieve that. The memories guests create in our properties because of our hospitality-first mindset are priceless. 

Genuine Hospitality, Lasting Memories

Stylish Lakehouse on Diamond Lake perfect for group stays.

NOW WITH A NEW GAS-POWERED FIREPLACE. Getaway and relax at our quiet, spacious lakefront cottage. This property is newly renovated and ready to host some of your favorite travel memories. With luxury furniture, a fireplace, media room with projector, a hot tub, lakeside fire pit, dock for your boat, kayaks and a pedal boat, grill, and many more thoughtful amenities, you and your group are guaranteed a great time in choosing our cottage as your home away from home!

About this space
This beautiful Michigan lakehouse can comfortably accommodate up to 12 adults with room for additional children. Guests will be blown away by the views from the outsized two-level deck spanning the lakeside of the property, as well as floor to ceiling windows from the main living area and bedrooms. 


BEDROOMS
This house boasts four welcoming bedrooms with an additional full floor sleeping/media room. 

The two primary lake view bedrooms each have a plush king-sized bed, designated work space, closets/dressers and sliding doors to the upper deck. 

Additionally there is a twin-sized daybed in one of the primary rooms and a pack n play provided for comfortable family accomodation. 

The other two bedrooms on the second floor each feature comfortable queen-sized beds, plentiful closet space and full length mirrors. 

The attic space has four twin-sized beds, one trundle bed, and a pullout couch for additional lounging, ensuring everyone in your group will have a comfortable place to rest. 
The kitchen is fully supplied to cook for an intimate dinner or large gathering, with ample seating for all. Cozy up in the living room on the large sectional couch or comfortable chair swing while taking in the breathtaking lake views that can be enjoyed from the entirety of the main level living space. Grab any of the puzzles, games, and books for all ages kept in the tv cabinet for your enjoyment, while you listen to music from the radio/bluetooth speaker on the mantel or relax by the newly renovated gas-powered fireplace that can be turned on with the flip of a switch.

Two sliding glass doors from the living area give easy access to additional outdoor dining space on the deck and the propane grill, for the experience of true indoor-outdoor living. The property also features an 8-person hot tub and fire pit, making it the perfect place to unwind and relax in any season. Take in the sun during the summer from by the lake or on either of the two large decks, or spend time enjoying lake life with swimming, fishing from the dock or exploring by kayak (two provided). There is also a coat room with washer and dryer available to hold any gear- whether it be from skiing nearby trails, Caberfae, or snowmobiling on the many ORV trails neighboring the lake!

When you’re ready to unwind inside, all members of your party can stream their favorite shows from either the 65” smart tv in the living room, or the Epson EpiqVision smart projector streaming to a projector screen in the cozy media room, outfitted with a vintage-style microwave and popcorn buckets to treat yourself during your movie night. The home is equipped with high speed wifi to handle all of your entertainment or work from home needs.

Other things to note
There are three exterior security cameras on the property. One by the side door and two by the decks. These are for us to verify cleaners and handymen have prepared the property for your stay!
If you are bringing a pet, it’s an additional $75 fee per pet.

Guest access
The house has parking for 5 vehicles. The property is located on a dirt road, and although only about a quarter of a mile of your trek will be on unpaved roads, the driveway is on a sloped access road. There is no problem getting cars/trailers up in summer, but a FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS REQUIRED FROM NOVEMBER-MARCH. The driveway and access road are regularly plowed and salted, but guests may opt to park along the road at the top of the hill if more comfortable- especially during new snowfall. The driveway is marked by reflector poles.

There are hundreds of both off roading trails around the lake and in the surrounding area for side by side off-roading or biking, in addition to multiple hiking trails. The closest trailheads are just over one mile from the Getaway. Also, just past the bend in the road driving east around the lake is Schindy's bar and convenience store- the best local spot with great service and fun community events year-round and an outdoor patio and live music throughout the summer. You have to try the unique homemade pizzas! This property is lakefront as well - easy access for fishing all summer long. If you bring your own boat to enjoy seasonal fun on the water, the public dock is on the southeast corner of the lake. Quiet hours around the lake start at 10pm, so please be mindful of your volume.

*APPLE MAPS WILL TAKE YOU TO THE WRONG ADDRESS. Please be sure you're headed to Diamond Lake in White Cloud. The house has parking for 5 vehicles. The property is located on a dirt road, and although only about a quarter of a mile of your trek will be on unpaved roads, the driveway is on a sloped access road. There is no problem getting cars/trailers up in summer, but a FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS REQUIRED FROM NOVEMBER-MARCH. The driveway and access road are regularly plowed and salted, but guests may opt to park along the road at the top of the hill if more comfortable- especially during new snowfall. The driveway is marked by two reflector poles.


PETS
We allow up to **3 dogs (50 lb max each)** for **$75 per pet, per stay**.
Pet fees will be collected after booking and not included in the total price
For larger dogs or more than 3 pets, please **send an inquiry first** for approval.
**No cats or other animals are allowed.**

RENTAL AGREEMENT, DAMAGE WAIVER/HOLD, ID VERIFICATION AND CHECK-IN STEPS

We're so excited for your trip! PLEASE NOTE: Our listing description and house rules mention that you will be required to complete a Guest Rental Agreement, ID verification, and Security Hold (which is not a security deposit) in order to receive Arrival Instructions to the home. Details of the Guest Rental Agreement can be found in the House Rules.

Important: When cancelling your reservation, the credit card processing fees of 3.9% + 30c will not be refunded.
If booking with a credit card that doesn't match the guest name, you'll be required to provide a written authorization, photo of the ID, selfie, and card showing the last 4 digits of the credit card holder, or reservation will be cancelled.

Large Cottage w/ HotTub, Private Beach, Media Room

United States

Michigan

White Cloud

Immerse yourself in the beauty of this lakeside retreat, where stunning views and a welcoming atmosphere create an unforgettable getaway. Guests consistently praise Hayley’s attentive hosting and the property’s cleanliness, complemented by a range of enjoyable water activities that make for cherished memories.

This place was mediocre for the $3500 I spent for the week. Hot tub was not usable as it was oily and sandy. She has many fees and all those things with fees plus more were wrong upon arrival (grill was dirty, found cigarette butts on the deck, hot tub issues) grass was not mowed upon arrival and was out of control by check out time. The single kayaks were good, the tandem took on water, and the pedal boat barely moved.

Our family had such a wonderful time at Hayley 's place. Everything was exactly as described. She was quick to respond to messages and was very helpful during our stay. We loved being right on the water. My family got some much needed rest while we were there. We played hard fishing, kayaking, using the hot tub and taking advantage of the lake. This space holds wonderful family memories for us. We highly recommend!

Hayley was super responsive and helpful. The house was very cute inside and the layout worked well even with the spiral stairs. There is great seating for large groups in and out for dining or playing games. The bedrooms were well setup all with fans and nice, comfy beds and good storage. Lots of water boats and toys to play outside and the water is clear and pretty.  Could use a few more forks and smaller coffee cups but otherwise very well setup for guests in kitchen. 

The 3rd floor attic did get pretty  hot so would help to have some fans up there as the AC window unit  had trouble keeping cool for kids sleeping at night  and we had to put them downstairs (lower level) a few times when it would not cool. 

Only surprise was the house is not super private with neighbors next door and public access for the beach to the right that goes right by house . We thought we were going to be very private from pics so was a bummer.  The neighbors were very friendly so was ok but just fyi.

The lake view was beautiful and the water great for kids, but the home had many issues. On arrival it was dirty, so we spent our first day cleaning. AC leaked the entire stay, all exterior screens were broken, and the hot tub wasn’t maintained so we didn’t use it. The “theater room” was unusable - hot and only accessible by steep attic-style stairs, unsafe for kids and grandparents. The “private beachfront” was next to public access with frequent foot traffic, unsettling for kids and dogs. Driveway was in poor condition and beach was covered in weeds. Hayley tried her best and I appreciate her efforts, but other hosts never introduced themselves, only chiming in during troubleshooting. We lost over a day to cleaning and back-and-forth communication, and only received a one-day refund. This property has potential but needs far better maintenance, cleanliness, and listing accuracy for the price.

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THE PARTIES. This Short-Term Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) made on {{reservation_date}} between the following:
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Guest: {{guest_name}} (“Guest”), and
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Host: {{host_name}} (“Host”).
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THE PREMISES. The Host agrees to lease the described property below to the Guest, and the Guest agrees to rent from the Host:
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Hereinafter known as the “Premises.”
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LEASE TERM. The Guest shall be allowed to occupy the Premises starting {{checkin_date}} from {{checkin_time}} and ending {{checkout_date}} at {{checkout_time}} (“Lease Term”).
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QUIET HOURS. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM each night and continue until sunrise. Quiet hours consist of no music and keeping all audio at a minimum level out of respect for the surrounding residents.
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OCCUPANTS. The total number of individuals staying on the Premises during the Lease Term shall be a total of {{number_of_guests}} guests.
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If more than the authorized number of guests listed above are found on the Premises, this Agreement will be subject to termination by the Host.
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BOOKING FEES. The Guest shall pay the Host the amount as detailed during the booking process.
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UTILITIES. The Host shall be responsible for all utilities and services to the Premises EXCEPT for the following: None.
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SECURITY DEPOSIT. The Guest shall be obligated to pay the following amounts upon the execution of this Agreement:
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Security Deposit amount as detailed in the booking process. The Security Deposit is for the faithful performance of the Guest under the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The Guest must pay the Security Deposit at the execution of this Agreement. The Security Deposit shall be returned to the Guest within the State's requirements after the end of the Lease Term less any itemized deductions. This Security Deposit shall not be credited towards any Rent unless the Host gives their written consent.
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PETS. The Host does not allow pets: There are no pets allowed on the Premises. If the Guest is found to have pets on the Premises, this Agreement and any Security Deposit shall be forfeited.
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SMOKING POLICY. Smoking on the Premises is prohibited.
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PERSON OF CONTACT. The Host can be contacted at:
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SUBLETTING. The guest does not have the right to sublet the Premises.
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INSPECTION. The Host has the right to inspect the Premises with prior notice as in accordance with State law. Should the Guest violate any of the terms of this Agreement, the rental period shall be terminated immediately in accordance with State law. The Guest waives all rights to process if they fail to vacate the premises upon termination of the rental period. The Guest shall vacate the Premises at the expiration time and date of this agreement.
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS. The Guest shall maintain the Premises in a good, clean, and ready-to-rent condition and use the Premises only in a careful and lawful manner. The Guest shall leave the Premises in a ready to rent condition at the expiration of this Agreement, defined by the Host as being immediately habitable by the next Guest. The Guest shall pay for maintenance and repairs should the Premises be left in a lesser condition. The Guest agrees that the Host shall deduct costs of said services from any Security Deposit prior to a refund if Guest causes damage to the Premises or its furnishings.
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TRASH. The Guests shall dispose of all waste material generated during the Lease Term under the strict instruction and direction of the Host.
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QUIET ENJOYMENT. The Guest, along with neighbors, shall enjoy each other’s company in a quiet and respectful manner to each other’s enjoyment. The Guest is expected to behave in a civilized manner and shall be good neighbors with any residents of the immediate area. Creating a disturbance of the area by large gatherings or parties shall be grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement.
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HOST’S LIABILITY. The Guest and any of their guests hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Host against any and all claims of personal injury or property damage or loss arising from the use of the Premises regardless of the nature of the accident, injury or loss. The Guest expressly recognizes that any insurance for property damage or loss which the Host may maintain on the property does not cover the personal property of Guest and that Guest should purchase their own insurance for their guests if such coverage is desired.
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ATTORNEY’S FEES. The Guest agrees to pay all reasonable costs, attorney's fees, and expenses that shall be made or incurred by the Host enforcing this agreement.
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USE OF PREMISES. The Guest shall use the Premises for residential use only. The Guest is not authorized to sell products or services on the Premises or conduct any commercial activity.
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ILLEGAL ACTIVITY. The Guest shall use the Premises for legal purposes only. Any other such use that includes but is not limited to illicit drug use, verbal or physical abuse of any person or illegal sexual behavior shall cause immediate termination of this Agreement with no refund of pre-paid Rent.
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POSSESSIONS. Any personal items or possessions that are left on the Premises are not the responsibility of the Host. The Host shall make every reasonable effort to return the item to the Guest. If claims are not made within the State’s required time period or two (2) weeks, whichever is shorter, the Host shall be able to keep such items to sell or for personal use.
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GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed and subject to the laws located in the jurisdiction of Premise’s location.

Large Cottage w/ HotTub, Private Beach, Media Room

About The Property

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✨ What guests are saying

Location

White Cloud, MI 49349

About The Host

Genuine Hospitality, Lasting Memories

Blackbird Hospitality Management

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