Lake Odessa Beach Cottage

09/25/2026

I captured these noisy sea gulls and a gorgeous sunrise from the cottage's back deck this morning.

08/23/2026

Summer's so great here, I couldn't pause until now to gather some June moments from in and around Lake-O 😁

07/23/2026

Just over a week away! Hands-down, one of our favorite area events of the year, held right here in Lake Odessa.

06/29/2026

Here's the tail end of the fireworks show at the fairgrounds last night! I'm so glad they have revived this beloved tradition.

06/29/2026

We did some hiking this week at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, a pretty magical place that's worth the 37 minute trek from Lake-O. Their entire trail network and gorgeous visitor center are open to the public year-round and free of charge.

Pierce Cedar Creek Institute

06/24/2026

Lincoln Brick is steeped in history and scenery and well worth the 30 minute drive from Lake-O. It's also just minutes from Fitzgerald's Ledges, our favorite spot for hiking around here.

The Lincoln Brick Factory made 40,000 bricks per day at its peak, and many buildings around Michigan were constructed using the bricks it produced. The factory was located near Grand Ledge and closed in 1947. In 1975 the property was acquired by Eaton county and it is now a county park aptly named Lincoln Brick Park. The remnants of the old factory still stand in the park where you can wander around and explore the ruins.

📕 If you love exploring Michigan, I hope you will take a look at my LOST IN MICHIGAN'S ABANDONED PLACES link in comments

06/06/2026

Some May moments, most all from right here in town!

06/03/2026

For all you caffeine junkies, Holland House Coffee, downtown Lake-O, has dropped their summer menu!

05/31/2026

I'm regretting my sad bowl of cereal this morning. Terry's is a favorite brunch spot around here, and for good reason!

05/26/2026

Our Dairy Queen by the beach is great, but locally made Mooville hard scoop is so tasty. Can't wait to have it right downtown Lake-O!

🍦 BIG NEWS, LAKE ODESSA! 🍦

The wait is almost over! Odyssey Bistro & Inn is excited to announce our Ice Cream Parlor GRAND OPENING on JUNE 6th! 🎉

Come cool off with delicious Moo-ville ice cream, grab a hot and flavorful Jamaican patty, and enjoy some sweet moments with us this summer ☀️✨

Whether you’re craving a classic cone, a sweet treat for the family, or something savory and satisfying — we’ve got you covered!

📍 Odyssey Bistro & Inn — Lake Odessa, Michigan
📅 Opening June 6

Tag your ice cream crew 🍨👇