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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Manistee Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manistee

Heart of Manistee.Within a 15-minute walk of the condo, you'll find Lake Michigan and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse. Manistee County Historical Museum and Manistee Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ramsdell Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • 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) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jailhouse Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Escape to life on the lake!

Escape to life on the lake with our wonderful 3 story home, located in Harbor Village. This 2 bedroom condo comfortably sleeps 10. There are two bedrooms and a loft area with two sets of bunk beds on the upstairs floor. We have an entertainment room on the entry floor fit with a pull out couch and TV with games and streaming capabilities. Our home has one full bathroom on the upstairs floor and a half bath on the main and ground floors. Washer and Dryer are located on the ground floor.

The main level has an open concept floor plan with a beautiful kitchen with a center island.

Spend time and enjoy views of the harbor on any one of our three balconies. Relax in the private backyard with a secluded patio lounge chairs and a grill. We have amenities for the beach including beach chairs, floaties, towels, inflatable kayaks and two bicycles. Enjoy access to the complex's indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, and workout room. Internet, TV, Cable, Netflix, and Video Games also provided.

Lake Michigan and private beach access is only a short walk away. We are a half mile from downtown Manistee, where you can enjoy various restaurants, coffee shops, and boutique shopping. Beautiful parks and golf courses surround the area and Little River Casino is 10 minutes away off of M-22 and US-31.

Explore some of Michigan's best fishing spots. Hiking and Skiing available at Caberfae Peaks and Crystal Mountain. We are conveniently located for day trips to Traverse City, Frankfurt, Ludington, and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The historic M-22 scenic highway was voted the United States' best Autumn scenic drive in 2015 and begins just north of town.

Our condo has a one car garage and an extra spot in the driveway. The main entrance and parking in the garage gives you access to the ground floor and steps leading to the main floor.

We hope you choose to stay and vacation with us and we look forward to hearing your comments and reviews!

Property manager

Zachary Elker

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Escape Life Lake Manistee
Escape Life Lake
Escape To Life On The Manistee
Escape to Life on the Lake! Condo
Escape to Life on the Lake! Manistee
Escape to Life on the Lake! Condo Manistee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Escape to life on the lake! to the airport?

This condo is 4.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Escape to life on the lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Escape to life on the lake! to the beach?

This condo is 2.3 mi (6-min drive) from First Street Beach and 6.7 mi (13-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Escape to life on the lake! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escape to life on the lake!?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Little River Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Escape to life on the lake!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Escape to life on the lake!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Escape to life on the lake! have a pool?

This condo features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Escape to life on the lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Escape to life on the lake! to downtown Manistee?

This condo is 0.7 mi away from Manistee.

Escape to life on the lake! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place near beach

The condo was spacious and clean and had everything we needed. Host was responsive and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place a short walk to the lake!

Overall, this property is fantastic. It’s a short walk to the beach and has plenty of sleeping space. My older kids loved the bunk beds (we don’t have them at home, so they were new for them). It was an even shorter walk to the accessible pool, which we took advantage of. There were many great places to sit outside on the cool mornings and sip on coffee. The hardest part with this place was that there were 2 sets of stairs, so keeping our 16 month old safe was a challenge, but we made it work. Of course we knew this before we booked the property, so no issues with the property itself from that standpoint. Had 1 or 2 questions while at the property and all were promptly answered by the owner. Great communication. I would recommend you stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Pat P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manistee Beauty

Loved every single moment of our stay at this beautifully appointed trilevel home!! We came to visit family and being able to turn on the fireplace, look out the window and see the beautiful snow everywhere was wonderful. Having a garage during the winter was a real plus. Zach was readily available for all questions!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie M., Muskegon

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Enjoyed our weekend in this beachy comfortable three story condo. Great location, clean comfortable home. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness

All you’ll need

Condo has all you’ll need for whatever vacation you and/or your family will need
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

3 night September stay

This is a very nice unit. It was very clean and well equipped with every day essentials. For elderly guests beware this is a three floor unit, ground floor, living and kitchen floor and top is bedrooms. It could be hard to carry up your suitcases, etc. One other thing, there is a very bad moldy smell in the bottom floor...which carries up to second floor. The owners must be aware because they seem to have a fan unit to circulate air.. They may need sewer or plumbing rodding. Or it may be coming from the clothes washer that needs a good cleaning with bleach or washer cleaner product. Other than that it was very nice and close to everything in downtown Manistee..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Condo Stay

Beautiful property and location. Great little extras for kids that we weren't expecting like a children's table and children's dishes. Our son especially loved the foam letter and number floor puzzle. Beautiful kitchen and great views. The beach is close enough to enjoy a long walk or enjoy the marina walk across the street. Lots of pillows for the pillow lover! Zachary was quick to respond if we had any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our needs

It was only my husband & I along with our adult daughter....so we had plenty of room. We'd love to return with our other daughter & her family someday. Easy access to everything in the home. Easy walk or ride to the beach & pool. I would point out, all bedrooms & full bath are up 2 flights of stairs to the top level. The actual open living space with a half bath is up one flight of stairs. There is a small tv room (with a pull out couch), half bath & laundry room on the main floor. This wasn't a problem for us but i could see it being one if you have mobility issues. With all that being said, we had a wonderful time & highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This was our first trip to Lake Michigan, and we’ll definitely be back! The house was clean, fully stocked with supplies, and the house manager answered our questions right away. Harbor Village where the home is located was amazing! Quick walk to the outdoor or indoor pool which we used daily. Half mile walk to the beach! So convenient to get where we wanted all week. We didn’t use the car once we got here and loved all the close amenities. We highly recommend for a nice, relaxing week away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara A., Illinois, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach spot

The condo was amazing!! Clean, and had everything needed for our stay, except food of course. A short walk from a beautiful beach, and in a quiet, lovely subdivision.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Womens retreat

We were very happy with our long weekend trip to connect mother and daughters. It was perfect for location and amenities. Beware of the layout- 3 floors with stairs for those with children or disabilities. Also, for large gatherings the one full bath for showering may be a bit tight. There was plenty to do and comfortable touches throughout. Hosts are thoughtful and responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect option for families

This property was a great place for our family vacation! The playground is right across the driveway. The clubhouse with the indoor pool and hot tub isn’t far at all-within walking distance but there is a small parking area next to it if you’re there in the winter and don’t want to walk through the cold air. The kitchen had lots of appliances for us to use-slow cooker, electric griddle, coffee pot and Keurig. We cooked several meals and were quite comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay here once a year!

We come back to this spot every year! Great location in Harbor Village. 2 mins from the beach, 5 min walk to the pool and footsteps away from the fire pit, playground & volleyball net! Owners are extremely accommodating!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

We love to stay at this townhouse. It is our favorite at Harbor Village and in the Manistee/Onekama area. It is always clean, inviting, and has all the amenities needed for a wonderful Michigan vacation. The property managers are so easy to communicate with and truly desire renters to have a wonderful, worry free stay. The unit itself is beautifully decorated with beautiful outdoor views from all sides. We will visit again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and views

This is a great property! We accommodated all family members and hosted two larger family dinners. The indoor and outdoor pools were a hit. Good family restaurants, brew house and ice cream in town. We enjoyed the fireworks and 4th parade!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jens Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing family trip to the beach

Very happy with our stay. Everything was as listed and the condo is very well equipped. 5 minutes to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family place

We were very pleased with the size of the rental, the condition, and the amenities. The bunk area, even though a loft type space, was fine for kids and was isolated enough from the downstairs that noise was not at all an issue. It was great for a family gathering . We utilized the indoor community pool. The location was convenient for walking to both the beach and to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best unit in Harbor Village

We love staying at this unit! it is our favorite rental in all of Harbor Village. It has wonderful views from both the front and the back, while still feeling private and quiet. The unit is beautifully decorated. The rooms are spacious and the unit is welcoming and well maintained. We feel at home the minute we walk in the door. It has everything you could need on vacation including bikes and beach chairs. It is a close walk to the harbor, pool and beach. The owners are so easy to communicate with and we have found they truly desire our stays in Manistee to be wonderful. We will return again and again. We appreciate these owners and their beautiful unit!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

This is our annual vacation every year!

The property has a community indoor and outdoor pool and is minutes from the beach! There is a pirate ship playground, fire pit, and volleyball court directly in front of the condo. The house has plenty of room! Kids love the bunk beds. We love this place!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grayson W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Condo, Quiet Stay

Nice place, clean, close to great Lake Michigan beach, quiet neighborhood with pool and playground. Reasonably priced. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Everything was great . The area is beautiful !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

N M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what you need

We are frequent visitors to Manistee -it is has a special place in our hearts as our Mom’s family originated in this beautiful little town. Over the years, we have stayed in many units in Harbor Village so expectations were high. We were not disappointed. Beautiful. Clean. Convenient. Well Maintained. Kid friendly. These are just a few words that fit perfectly. Being directly across from the tot park and close (but not on the lake) was perfect for our 4 grandkids under 7 (and their parents). We also enjoyed an evening of a bonfire and quiet. The unit was very clean and stocked with most of what we needed. Renters should know that the bunk-bed space is NOT private and any activity happening on the main level can and will be disruptive to little ones (or anyone) who go to bed earlier in the evening. Maybe I missed that detail and we worked through it eventually but I would have like to have prepared for that. The baby gates noted in the listing were not functional (at least we couldn’t get them to work). We went and bought our own because you absolutely cannot let an 18 mon old roam with the stair situation. Also there was not a single washcloth or hand towel to be found in the unit. (Again - went and bought our own) Plenty of bath towels. The tv in the bunk area did not work as a tv or for video games. I read that in a previous review before we went. I assumed it would have been fixed but it was not. As a group of 9 -plus we had other family visitors - we generated some trash. Unfortunately when we arrived the one trash can at the unit was completely full. I felt bad about leaving our stuff behind out of the can but we had no choice. Not sure there is much you can do about that other than to have options of off-site disposal. Full disclosure-we did not contact the owner about any of our concerns during our stay. Didn’t think it rose to that level. All of that aside -it was an ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL stay. Our Mom would have loved the place! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022