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Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee!

Cottage near Lake Michigan in Manistee

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A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a view of the ocean.
A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a blue sliding door.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by trees with yellow leaves, leading to a body of water.
A two-story house with a front porch and a staircase leading to the upper level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2104 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Magoon Creek Nature Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Old Red Apple Road
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manistee

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Manistee cottage, 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

  • Magoon Creek Nature Area - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • beach near Old Red Apple Road - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Manistee Lake - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • First Street Beach - 14 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Windward - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 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.

Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee!

Deck w/ Water View | Gas Grill | 7 Mi to Downtown Manistee

Spend your next Lake Michigan getaway staying in style at this Manistee vacation rental! With a beautiful waterfront location and 100 feet of private beach, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage makes the ultimate lakeside retreat. When you’re not relaxing by the water, check out the Nordhouse Dunes or head downtown for great local dining options. Then, return home to unwind by the fire pit or take in the views from the furnished deck.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Den: 2 twin bunk beds

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TVs w/ cable, fireplaces
- Board games, books
- Dining table, office desk, ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private beach, wood-burning fire pit
- Furnished deck w/ lake view, outdoor dining, gas grill

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, island w/ bar seating
- Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics, spices

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

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cottage, 4 steps required to enter
- Bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor
- Interior staircase required to access kitchen on 2nd floor

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Lake Michigan access on-site
- 7 miles to Downtown Manistee: Manistee Riverwalk, local restaurants & shops
- 14 miles to Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area
- 6 miles to Manistee Golf & Country Club
- 9 miles to Manistee North Pier Lighthouse
- 70 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

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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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story cottage requires using 4 steps to enter. While the 1st floor offers a bedroom and full bathroom, an interior staircase is required to access the kitchen and bedrooms on the 2nd floor
- The 100 feet of private beach access on-site is accessed by 100 stairs. Two other public-access beaches are within a mile and are step-free

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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 (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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,104 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

523666

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! to the airport?

This cottage is 13.5 mi (22-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! to the beach?

This cottage is 6.4 mi (14-min drive) from First Street Beach and 15.6 mi (25-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Little River Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! to downtown Manistee?

This cottage is 5.4 mi away from Manistee.

Cottage w/ Private Beach + Fire Pit in Manistee! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic peaceful property. Loved the views and the beach. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy home overlooking Lake Michigan

Lovely home in a quiet location overlooking Lake Michigan. Saw Bald eagles everyday and sunsets were top notch. Home was cozy with modern amenities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Michigan Beauty

Grandparents, Kids and grandkids had a wonderful stay. Plenty of towels, nice sleeping accommodations, well supplied kitchen, great porch, all contributed to making this a memorable week for our family. All though this 85-year-old didn't go to the beach (104 steps down and back) the younger ones went at least daily. The view of Lake Michigan from the platform at the top and porch were the biggest hit for me. Highly recommended. Thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect base for our family vacation

This home, with its bounty of Lake Michigan views , is a delight. A highlight was the generous porch with room for a dining set and several conversation sets too and the four of us spent lots of time there, enjoying the ever changing views of Lake Michigan. The home is pristine, and we appreciated the open floor plan and the quality of the appliances . One of our daughters was working remotely , so having the lower floor was a plus. We explored Nordhouse Dunes, the Acadia marsh boardwalk Legacy Art Trail and the charming downtown Manistee area, all within an hour's drive. The nearby Magoon Creek Nature Reserve, just a few minutes from the house has a pleasant trail and a beach perfect for sun bathing and finding the perfect rocks for skipping.We had such a nice time here and highly recommend it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation in Manistee, MI. The home was perfect. It had everything we needed. Our daughter, son-in-law and three grandsons (ages 8, 4 and 2) were with us and we all absolutely loved the beach. The boys played in the sand and we adults loved looking for sea glass. The weather was a little cool, but that didn't bother us. We built a fire in the firepit almost every night and watched the beautiful sunsets.There was a lot to do nearby. We went to town, riverwalk, toured the S.S. City of Milwaukee ship, visited the North Pier Lighthouse, beach and playground, Magoon Creek Natural Area, Little River Casino, Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. We loved all of it, but we especially loved hanging around and relaxing at the house and it's beach.Thank you for use of your wonderful home and beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are two families who have been traveling together to MI over the summer for the last 20 years and this house was our favorite! The views and the sound of the lake from the porch and house can not be matched. The cottage was clean and provided so many items, spices, laundry detergent, beach chairs etc. We loved having the beach just down the stairs (be mindful of the erosion control posts in the water along the beach shoreline) We also appreciated having Magoon Creek and Sundling Park beach, just down the road. It was as if we had our own secret paradise. The town of Manistee, with its quaint shops, restaurants and relaxing river walk provided excellent alternative activities a short drive up the coast. One of our favorite activities was spending a day kayaking the beautiful Little Manistee river. The 6 mile to Old Stronach Bridge run we booked through Rick owner of Manistee Adventure was stunning and will be a cherished family outing. Would also highly recommend Big Al's in Manistee. Their motorhead pizza can not be missed if you're a fan of Detroit style pizza. Bottom line, the owners have provided a fantastic getaway. We loved our stay here. Getting to wake everyday to the beauty and sounds of the lake and surrounding nature renews the soul. We hope to be back.N and K
Sunset at Magoon
Kayaking on the Little Manistee
Beach view
Amazing people space with incredible views of the Big Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025