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12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit

Kalkaska vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kalkaska, MI
  • Place, Manistee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kalkaska

In Kalkaska .At this Kalkaska vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Grandview Golf Club and 9 miles (15 km) of Starvation Lake. Smith Lake is within 12 miles (20 km) and Au Sable River is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manistee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Torch Lake - 30 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 41 min drive - 36.2 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 44 min drive - 41.4 miles
  • Front Street - 46 min drive - 39.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Save-A-Lot - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪lost forest lodge - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit

Outdoor Dining | Kayaks Provided | Water View | 10 Mi to Downtown

Endless outdoor adventures await when you book this Kalkaska vacation rental! With vintage 1960s-style charm and an excellent location just a short walk from Manistee Lake's beach, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin is perfect for a memorable family getaway. When you're not fishing or cruising in the kayaks, check out restaurants around Downtown Kalkaska! Then, return to ‘Retro Retreat by the Lake' to unwind by the fire pit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 full futon

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, board games, books
- Dining table, ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Wood-burning fire pit, lake view
- Outdoor dining set w/ umbrella, gas grill
- Furnished deck
- 2 kayaks (transportation cart & life vests provided)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics, spices

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi, central heating
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

FAQ
- No A/C
- Quiet hours (12:00 AM-6:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cabin, 4 steps required to access

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walking distance to Sands Park, Manistee Lake beach & boat/kayak launch
- 10 miles to Downtown Kalkaska - local restaurants, shops, markets
- 22 miles to Hartwick Pines State Park
- 4 miles to Grandview Golf Club
- 7 miles to Leetsville ORV Trailhead
- 32 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story cabin requires using 4 steps to access
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

524179

Frequently asked questions

How close is 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.9 mi (44-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit to downtown Kalkaska?

This vacation home is 7.9 mi away from Kalkaska.

12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! The beds were extremely comfortable and the whole place was cute. There were a ton of amenities including two kayaks for personal use.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the stay

Beds were comfortable, even though it was hot during the day with windows open and fans it cooled down in the evenings. We enjoyed the outdoor space and the short walk to the lake.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Theo

We really enjoyed our stay. Was very hot on Saturday but fans and open windows cooled it down fast. Thank you for the welcome treats, an unexpected surprise. We would love to stay again if we are ever in the area. So much fun to see all the retro magazines, games and books. We even found old games shows on Buzzer to keep with the theme.