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6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Interior
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 152500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manistee

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Manistee vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Also, Magoon Creek Nature Area is within 3 miles (5 km) and Manistee National Golf Course is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Magoon Creek Nature Area - 11 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Little River Casino - 24 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Bungalow - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Northside Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Windward - ‬19 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.

6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach

6 bedroom home with spectacular Lake Michigan views. Sleeps 15. Capture every sunset from this massive deck. Enjoy watching the Big Lake from the deck. With plenty of windows, the natural light in this home is as bountiful as the interior space. You will enjoy a spacious kitchen, two decks, two dining rooms, and sleeping arrangements on three floors. High speed Wi-Fi access. Steps to our private beach completed this summer. AC is a split unit on the main floor only.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Lake Michigan has a high bluff in this location.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Manistee Beach House with Incredible Views

Frequently asked questions

How close is 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 12 mi (26-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi (21-min drive) from First Street Beach and 13.9 mi (31-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Little River Casino (27-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach to downtown Manistee?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi away from Manistee.

6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time here. The place was very clean and had just about everything you would need for the be very comfortable stay. Great location for with stunning sunsets. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property worked out great for us. It was close to the 3 golf courses we played during our stay and provided the perfect view to relax with a cold one after the rounds. Plenty of room for 9 old college buddies to hangout and reminisce in the house, out on the deck, or around the fire pit. Would do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful except the grill needed a good scrubbing, the brush to clean the grill was awful! The construction next door started too early, 8:30 but we were gone most of the day so our evenings were very nice! The kitchen was stocked and labeled nicely! The view was spectacular! The family staying there with us were from Berlin, Germany and they really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B., Kalamazoo, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place, amazing views, amazing vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROL c., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of space indoors and out for our extended family. Beautiful view from the deck and enough seating to eat on the deck or go inside if it’s raining. The upstairs bedrooms were uncomfortably hot for a couple of days/nights, but the overall experience compensating for that. The beach was great for rock-hunting, lazing back with a book and/or watching for eagles (which we saw every day). We’re looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

B T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great week here with our growing family of young and middle aged adults and a one year old. A week filled with fun and laughter. Good golf nearby. And the stairs to the beach kept us all in shape
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie W.

We had a great time in this Manistee home on Lake Michigan. The sunset and lake views were gorgeous, the beach access was excellent, and the quiet neighborhood was welcoming. This home is under new management, and they are well on their way to making the necessary changes and fixes to get the house up to a five-star rating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Every year we head up to Manistee for a Fourth of July family vacation. This year we decided to stay farther out of town than normal. The place was wonderful and isolated and offered a completely different vibe than staying in or near the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness

June 2025

Our stay was wonderful! The steps to beach (89) are in great shape and my family loved the fact that they could go any time they chose! The beach was completely private and it was great having it all to ourselves. We arrived in 95 degree humid weather and were concerned since only the first floor is air conditioned but with fans and the evening cooler temperatures made sleeping no problem. The kitchen was spacious and pretty well-stocked. All 3 bathrooms were nice. We spent a lot of time on the deck and the view of Lake Michigan is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nic R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend!

The property is stunning, the view from the house is spectacular, and the deck was perfect for relaxing and taking in the view. Beach access was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd H., Centerville, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantasic family vacation house

Our family had a great time at this home. The hosts, Mike and Tammy were great with communications and went above and beyond in helping us with a couple of items we forgot when we left. I would highly recommend this house for a large family with kids. The beds were very comfortable and there was a lot of space for everyone to find their own place when we were all there.The view of Lake Michigan was fabulous. Beautiful sunsets and a lovely beach for the kids to play at. Highly recommend this place for your Manistee vacation needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay for golf trip

House was everything we expected. Great time and great owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zion C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our time at this property. We’re already considering a longer trip next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P., Kansas City, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Great deck overlooking the Big Lake

We were five older adults (2 couples and a single),and were able to put each household on their own floor with their own bathroom and a king bed, which was great. The kitchen is very nicely stocked with pans, knives, dishes, etc, which made it much easier to have family dinners together. The deck is really terrific. Our only caution is that there is a house being constructed next door. The foundation is pretty close to done, but we got one morning of the constant beep beep of earth-moving equipment. They didn't start til 8:00am, but 2 of the 5 of us were from the West Coast which meant it was 5:00 am their time. Not so idyllic. Only happened one morning, don't know how much more beeping will occur. The hosts were great answering questions ("where's the Kreurig"?) and we felt they'd take care of anything that might come up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

Spent a few days here with the family. House is beautiful and kitchen has everything you need. Kids loved roasting s’mores on the fire. Fantastic view of Lake Michigan. Took a polar plunge which was refreshing. Owners were excellent hosts with timely and helpful communication. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing !

This place is beautiful, the cottage is super cozy and clean, the view from the deck is amazing, complement it by the cute outdoor fire pit with plenty wood to burn and the best is the gorgeous private beach access with crystal clear water. We had a great and peaceful family weekend . Five star host, attentive to all details. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised

Property had amazing views and was very nice. The newer stairs to the beach were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishin trip

Plenty of space for everyone. Only issue we had was cell reception which you can't really blame on the property. Great location and had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barb B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

I DO NOT RECOMMEND

I arrived at this facility with 3 of my 6 guests. Condition of the home was absolutely horrible. We could not stay in this home as patio door frames and window cranks were broken. Unbelievable flies (alive and deceased) The list is long with supporting pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Lake Front-but property needs TLC!

The location and view of the lake were fantastic. However, the interior and exterior need updating. The exterior grounds have been neglected and need some attention. The fire pit area has several stumps that pose a trip hazard. The interior needs some serious updating. Additional, the cleanliness of the home could have been significantly better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Doug N.

Family Gathering, late August 2024

We had daughters, son in laws and grandchildren with us for one week. Everyone enjoyed their stay. Fire pit was a big hit. Nice deck. The cliff edge (common to most properties in this area) was a constant worry for the 3-year old but short non-lawn area acts as a deterrent. The 88 steps to lake was a good workout for grandpa but grandma couldn't manage it. No A/C in sleeping rooms as noted in the description was not a major problem as we had 65-70^ breeze every evening. Lower level rooms are more rustic than upper levels and need refresh. House has strange layout with 3 front doors and two stairs; was it a duplex at one time??? Carpet on main stair was ready for the dumpster a while ago. Overall, a positive experience. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Constance M.

Beautiful views, but needs a deep clean and maintenance

Pros: great setting, beautiful views of the lake, lots of bedrooms for our large family, nice fire pit, wonderful little beach area (down approximately 88 steep stairs), large kitchen. Cons: this house needs a decent cleaning and maintenance. The carpeting on the entryway stairs is dirty and stained, the bathroom floors were dingy around the edges, the window sills had bugs, there were dust mice under the beds, and we battled fruit flies the entire week. Every bathroom had loose fixtures, the kitchen chairs had legs falling off, the freezer had a hard time freezing, 2 out of 3 refrigerator door racks were broken, the dishwasher top rack was broken. This was such a disappointment, especially considering how much we paid for a week here. We understand that a lake house might be a bit rustic, but this was not up to VRBO standards.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James S.

Manistee is lively...but the house is tired

The sunsets from the deck of the house are stunning and the location of the house, close to Manistee and among other beautiful homes is perfect. However, the house is 'tired'. The carpeted stairway leading to the main level is stained and years passed replacement (It's the first thing you notice when you enter the home). The laminate flooring throughout the house is of low quality and coming apart. The doors and windows all need to be replaced. The layout of the house worked well for our families (8 adults and 5 small children). The kitchen functioned well and their was plenty of room for dining. The 89 steps to the beach, while in good shape, are all the exercise I needed for the week. The beach is small and rocky and the wood in the water (former breakwall??) is somewhat unsafe for the kids. We chose to use the public beaches, downtown Manistee, which are a short drive away, and absolutely awesome...very clean and great facilities. There are several well-maintained and challenging (but very playable) golf courses in close proximity to the house. The evening concerts in the area are fabulous. Overall, I fell in love with Manistee and the surrounding area and will definitely return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Big and comfortable

Beautiful views from deck. Kids loved looking for rocks on our beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024