In Manistee .You'll find Lake Michigan and Manistee County Historical Museum within a 15-minute walk of this Manistee cottage. Ramsdell Theater and Manistee Riverwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Ramsdell Theater - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Manistee Lake - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
First Street Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
Little River Casino - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Culver's - 5 min drive
Painted Lady Saloon - 4 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
The Bungalow - 6 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.
2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park
Super Adorable Single Level Cottage at Park and Beach: Property ID #349804 - 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, Sleeps 4. Sleeping Arrangements - Main level bedroom - Full; Main level bedroom - Full
** Extensive Remodel completed in Spring of 2024: All new kitchen, bathrooms, etc. Everything new! Any feedback/reviews posted before Summer 2024 would not accurately reflect the fantastic upgrades now in place! Note that Cottage does not allow pets following Spring 2024 remodel.
You’ll fall in love when you walk through the door! This single level home is ideally located within walking distance to Lake Michigan! Just steps from popular Red Szymarek Park with Frisbee Disc Golf and a little over a half mile to Downtown Manistee and 5th Avenue Beach.
Air Conditioning is provided via a min-split in the living room. All new bathrooms with a spacious shower with hand held and rain style shower heads. Comfortable seating, interesting antiques, telescope, books, puzzles and board games available. The natural gas firepit on the porch will make the cool evenings even better.
Feel free to make use of the off-street parking next to the home for boats/trailers!
AMENITIES INCLUDE: washer/dryer, hair dryer, private deck and outdoor seating with cushions, charcoal grill, golf discs, Wi-Fi, DVD and two Roku Smart TVs
The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep (with only a stovetop, no oven). Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glasses, cups, etc. Drip/K Cup combination coffee maker available for guest use. New Nectar mattresses, multiple outlets for charging electronics and remote ceiling fans in both bedrooms. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies, and soaps (not personal soaps), and a starter set of paper products.
LOCATION: Home is ideally located in a residential neighborhood near Lake Michigan and Downtown Manistee. 0.6 miles to Downtown. 0.7 miles to popular 5th Avenue Beach. Manistee River behind the property. Located about an hour south of Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes.
The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing:
- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties - Attentive responses to inquiries - Exceptionally detailed cleaning - Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals - Properly stocked amenities - Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience
If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right.
Check in time is after 4:00PM and check out time is before 10:00AM. Please note that we are not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and an additional fee may be added to the stay.
ARRIVAL: There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests.
DEPARTURE: We do have a very short checklist we ask renters follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off, and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help staff immensely.
Please know that all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as required in the posted cancellation policy.
For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Bodyboard
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Adorable Near Park Manistee
Adorable Cottage near Beach Park
Adorable Cottage Near Beach and Park Cottage
Adorable Cottage Near Beach and Park Manistee
Adorable Cottage Near Beach and Park Cottage Manistee
349804
Frequently asked questions
How close is 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park to the airport?
This cottage is 4.8 mi (8-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park to the beach?
This cottage is 1.7 mi (5-min drive) from First Street Beach and 6.8 mi (13-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park?
No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Little River Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is 2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park to downtown Manistee?
This cottage is 0.6 mi away from Manistee.
Reviews
2024 Remodel! Updated Cottage near Beach and Park Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
irene h.
Aug 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was perfect for us. It had a well stocked kitchen that was perfect for our needs. The furniture was comfortable. Beach wasn't really walking distance for two 70 yr olds, but we would likely have driven anyway to accommodate chairs and towels. Spent a lovely day at the beach. Shopped Manistee downtown on the day it rained. Very thriving and friendly downtown.
irene h.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany K.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
One of my favorite rentals ever!!!! Perfectly located! The pictures didnt lie, every detail of the house was charming! Loved the shower, beds were comfortable, deck was relaxing! Will stay again!
Tiffany K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dane F.
Aug 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Manistee Beach Week
Great Little Cottage. Perfect Location. Loved the side deck with fire pit. The owner was very cooperative and let us check in a couple of hours early with no upcharge.We would definately rent this unit again.
Dane F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Charles and Margaret H.
Jul 13, 2025
We liked the location and the layout of the cottage was nice with two bathrooms and plenty of drawers in both, making it super user-friendly. The kitchen remodel was also nice - all worked well - sinks, shower, toilets, etc. However, the wood laminate floors need to be cleaned thoroughly throughout the cottage. We also had to clean the deck and the chairs on the deck so we could use them. My husband had to clean the garbage container because is smelled so bad and it was parked next to the deck. We actually moved it away from the deck while cleaning until the smell was no longer a problem. Also recommend an update on the TV - Roku TV was challenging to operate and it had a constant automated voice that spoke throughout while in use. A comfortable couch for the living room is must- current couch is small and outdated and very uncomfortable. It would be nice to have another comfortable reclining chair as well.
Charles and Margaret H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Amy B.
Sep 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
The cottage was very nice with all of the extra touches. The main downfall are the fees associated with this cottage. For that reason, I won't stay here again.
Amy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and convient
Perfect size for 2 couples!
Close to everything.
Megan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tamara B.
Jul 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a wonderful 3 generation family vacation. We plan on doing this annually.
Tamara B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Keilee M., Richfield
Oct 11, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Manistee Stay at The Cottage
This was a cute rental property. However, my husband and I were quite disappointed to find out no one had been there in a while because upon opening the door to the rental we were immediately hit with the overwhelming smell of dampness, mildew & mold smell. It was rainy & cold outside so it was a bummer that we had to open all the windows to air out the cottage. The toilet pipes also need to be fixed because everytime you flushed the toilets the pipes would whistle & scream quite loudly for a minute following the flush. There were also many many spider webs everywhere in the cottage. With saying all of this, I would still recommend this rental property because it is cute, it comes with all the necessities one would need while staying in Manistee. It is also super close to a park, Lake Michigan, downtown restaurants & shopping. This little cottage as friendly neighbors and the wildlife 20 feet from the backyard is amazing! In the week we were there we seen a total of 26 deer, 3 black squirrels & 6 raccoons. The deer would get so close to us that we could reach out & touch them. The property owner also was accommodating to my husband's & my service dogs, which was greatly appreciated. Yes there is room for improvement with this property but if you can look past the few issues, it really is a wonderful stay.
Keilee M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Devin C.
Oct 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway in N. Michigan
Great little cottage for the wife and I for our honeymoon. Close proximity to downtown Manistee. Close to the beach. What more can you ask for?
Devin C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
Patty, La Jolla
Traveled with partner
Sep 25, 2022
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Property was very musty, multiple cleaning issues w bathroom and kitchen. Management was accommodating. However, I would not recommend this property in its current condition.
Patty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marie H.
Aug 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
We enjoyed a peaceful, relaxing stay in this darling cottage. Thanks!
Marie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
cynthia f.
Aug 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting cottage near the beach!
We were so thrilled to come in and see this darling cottage that was wonderfully decorated, and very well stocked with everything one might need... we didn't cook much, as we were mostly driving all over Leelanau and Benzie Counties. I can't express how cozy and safe we felt in this lovely cottage!!
cynthia f.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alana Z.
Jul 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend stay!
We had a nice time at the property! I didn’t realize it doesn’t have Air Conditioning but there was a fan in every room and we were able to keep the place cool enough. It does have keurig too! The location is fantastic walking distance to downtown and close to the beach which has fire pits and a great concession stand. We really enjoyed our stay!
Alana Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S., Louisville, KY
Jun 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute as a button! Close to everything
We loved our stay at the cottage! The house is adorable and had everything we needed for a week-long stay. The beds were really comfortable, too. GREAT location, within walking distance of downtown restaurants and coffee as well as the beach. We will definitely be staying again!
Sarah S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Debra C.
Jun 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed
Nice old fashioned clean environment. Comfortable beds. Great location. Relaxing.
Debra C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Debra P.
Jun 16, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location!
Great place to stay. Close to everything we liked to see. Beautiful sunsets, nice breezes.