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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Manistee County Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manistee

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Manistee cottage, you'll find Lake Michigan and Manistee County Beaches. Also, Portage Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manistee County Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portage Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Orchard Beach State Park - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Little River Casino - 16 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪China Buffet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪North Channel Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rico's - ‬12 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.

Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway!

Enjoy ocean-like views and breath-taking sunsets and private beachfront property on top of a high bluff looking across Lake Michigan. The modern cabin boasts a spacious and bright sunroom with 265 ft of private beachfront, stunning views across the lake, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an open living space, fully stocked kitchen, wine and coffee bar and a large dining table that seats 12. Outside is a patio with with big lounge furniture, grill and fire pit to enjoy lazy days looking out in the lake. Head down the private steps to the beach, to lounge, collect rocks, go for long walks on the shore and enjoy your days.

**Note: This property can only be booked directly through VRBO. If you found this property through a 3rd party person, and they are asking for funds to be sent elsewhere, it is not valid. Please message us directly through VRBO to speak with owners.

LOCATION: Located right on Lake Michigan with multiple locations for you to visit and enjoy your stay! Only 10 minutes from downtown Manistee, 6 miles from Little River Casino. Perfect location for day trips up the coast, 15 miles to Arcadia Bluffs, 50 miles to Sleeping Bear dunes and 60 miles to Traverse City.

LAYOUT: On the main floor, you'll find a master bedroom with a queen bed, and a second large bedroom twin over full bunk and a queen bed. Perfect for a family or all of the kids for sleepovers. The third queen bed is located in an attached bunkie room with a separate entrance and electric fireplace. There is a pullout full sofa in the living room for additional guests. The lower level you will find an updated second bathroom, laundry and retro mini-arcade.

Step outside onto the high bluff, overlooking the lake. This cabin boasts over 265ft. of private Lake Michigan beachfront access by private stairs. Firepit for roasting marshmallows, spacious patio with lounge seating, large picnic table, and Weber gas grill for all your entertaining needs.

The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, a drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, Ninja Blender, and fondue pot are all available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include dishwasher, ice maker, ovens, and stove. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies, and soaps (not personal soaps).

AMENITIES INCLUDE:Air Conditioning, laundry, gas grill, 1 electric fireplace, 1 wood fireplace, fire pit, board games, puzzles, books, outdoor patio, shuffleboard court, coffee bar with Keurig,wine/beer fridge, WIFI and Smart HDTV, Docking stations for Nintendo switch, mini-arcade.

Property manager

Fountain Family

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

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 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 deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mitten's Edge Retreat on Lake Michigan!
Cabin on Lake Michigan! Book now for fall colors!
Cabin on Lake Michigan! Booking summer 2022! Manistee
Cabin on Lake Michigan! Book now for fall color getaway!
Cabin on Lake Michigan! Available for Labor Day weekend!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! to the airport?

This cottage is 8.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Little River Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! to downtown Manistee?

This cottage is 6.2 mi away from Manistee.

Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cide S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing everything

As described and much more, amazing property, amazing views and sunset, amazing beach front. Very quiet, serene setting, house itself is super legit, all amenities you will ever need either for a couple days or a couple of weeks. A special thanks to the host for the super fast replies on booking and while on property. Recommend +++
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayane C., Kerrville, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

We had a wonderful family reunion. The house location was better than we could have planned - a short drive to Manistee and to a grocery store. The rental had its own beachfront. Everyone had a comfortable place to sleep and the kitchen was well set up. There was a great backyard outdoor area with a grill, fire pit and plenty of seating. If we have an opportunity to return to Manistee, this will be the first place we would choose to rent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful lake house getaway

My family and I enjoyed staying at this property during this 4th of July week! Watching the sunset every night from atop the bluff was amazing. We also enjoyed strolling the beach, playing shuffleboard, playing board games, and playing arcade games in the basement! The kitchen was fully-stocked with all the gear you need to prepare meals throughout your stay. The host is very responsive and helpful, so you know he cares about you enjoying your stay! Overall, good value for our lake house getaway this year! 😎 Only two knocks on this place: queen bed in bunk room is very stiff, and cleanliness could be improved upon arrival (bathrooms and basement had cobwebs/spiders that we took care of).
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mitten’s Edge is the real deal

Amazing property. House was clean and location is hard to beat with Lake Michigan in the backyard. Loved our stay and would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get-away

Everything was great! Clean, private, great outdoor area and views. Kitchen had all the essentials for any kind of cooking your doing. Were hoping to go back in the summer when we can use the great outdoor space more. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding Stay

My family stayed here on a family wedding weekend. The view of Lake Michigan was amazing, there were beds for everyone and they had a cool fire pit and shuffleboard court. An awesome family vacation spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Guys trip

The place was fantastic. The views were amazing. The outdoor area and porch were awesome for hanging out and playing games. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellee R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing view

Mittens Edge provides an amazing view of Lake Michigan! The porch is amazing for morning coffee and evening games. If you’re looking for the perfect place to relax and recharge this is the place! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful weekend

We had a lovely stay in this great getaway with a perfect location and set up. Will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand View from the Edge

A very good stay. A well-maintained and well-equipped home. Two small items: the bed linens were damp when we arrived. Mice were spotted the first day. We got traps and nabbed 2! The biggest missing amenity for this house is AC. Some of the nights were quite warm, even with fans. The owners were very responsive to a message we sent about a door lock not working. Easily fixed with their advice. Thanks! Don Troyer
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Week at the Lake

Beautifully decorated lake cottage! Lots of wonderful communal space both inside and out. AMAZING views that were great for the soul. Our family of 9 had a great time. We found lots of great rocks and sea glass and even some Petosky stones. Shuffleboard, corn hole, and the arcade were a big hit with the kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W., Zeeland

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Trip 2023

This beautiful property is located just above Lake Michigan on a bluff that offers the most spectacular views of the lake. The outdoor setting is amazing with plenty of places to sit and enjoy the view. The inside of the cottage is clean and well stocked with everything you need. Very kid friendly with lots of books and games. Also books and games for the adults as well. You can’t go wrong reserving this amazing property. Thank you Fountain Family for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and clean

Cute and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

T B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Water Weekend

Beautiful house and setting. House was very comfortable, great setting for family to come together and visit. Hoping we can make it back again. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

THOMAS M., PASADENA

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location. Was not that clean

The house was not clean when we arrived. The bedsheets were dirty, stained and had hair on them. When we went downstairs, there was cobwebs everywhere and several spiders in the shower. Be careful when you rent here as the listing states two bathrooms, but the second one is in the basement. The basement has low ceilings and is only partially fixed up, so not the nicest to go down there in the middle of the night to use the bathroom. They’re also cobwebs in the sunroom over the table and lamp area. I contacted the owner and she initially apologized, but then said the stains on the sheets were probably just rust stains from the washer. She then sent over a cleaning crew to clean the beds and the basement. That night the cleaning crew came out to the house. They were very friendly and professional. They ended up changing and washing all the sheets and bedding for us. They also went to the store to buy bug spray and new bedspreads as the all of them in the house were dirty. They spent 3 1/2 hours cleaning and setting up the rooms for us which was very helpful. But it was after 11 o’clock at night by the time we got to bed. We trip the breaker in the basement when we ran the microwave and coffee maker at the same time so be careful. Several of the dishes and glasses we used were dirty, and had to be re-cleaned before we used them. The location was stunning and beautiful. There was lots of amenities inside and outside of the house for the renters to use. The owne
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mihir P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

It was beautiful and clean property. View from the sunroom was gorgeous. A perfect sunset view across the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pristine Lake Michigan view

Beautiful cabin on the lakefront of Lake Michigan. Loved the 4 season porch with the incredible view. A an incredibly relaxing get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing trip!

Five stars, would absolutely book Mitten’s Edge again. Gorgeous views and a lovely cabin to see them from. Only hitch was getting the codes for a few of the external doors, but the owners were prompt in responding to my texts and calls. Don’t hesitate, this place is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

We had an amazing time at this cottage. The views were absolutely stunning. The place was clean, and had everything we needed and more. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil Getaway

Where do I start? From the moment we pulled up, we all felt right at home. The chairs facing the water, all of the glass windows in the sunroom and the charm of the house. We immediately felt the stress of our lives melt away! The beds were so comfortable. I haven't slept that well in years. We spent our days down by the water and up by the house playing shuffleboard tournaments. We spent our evenings at the fire pit. We ventured out a few times to eat in town and explore Traverse City. We will definitely be back! Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig and Anita S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property

Responsive owners, Updated cabin, very clean and comfortable, amazing sunset and water views since on bluff, great beach with easy access. Cabin has well stocked kitchen, super cool arcade games, fast Wi-Fi. Great outdoor area with shuffleboard and comfortable seating, gas grill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House, Great Beach and Great Location

We spent a week and had a great time. The house is nice and has everything you will need. It is very comfortable. The private beach is easily accessible and the patio is perfect for an afternoon nap or just watching the waves. Manistee was a good central location for day trips when not wanting to hang at the house - it is a little over an hour from Traverse City and just north of Ludington (about 1/2 hour away). If you want to go a little farther Mac Woods Dune ride is a must. Manistee also has a nice downtown area to explore. We all had a wonderful week and would not hesitate staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Views

This was a well stocked, clean cottage, right on Lake Michigan with your own beach access. The house itself is small, but has everything you would need to stay with a family, including multiple smart TV's so your teens can watch what they want! We really appreciated all the pillows (each bed had at least two), the shuffleboard court, and the sunroom which was a big hang out spot for our family. My favourite spot was to sit on the outdoor couch, in the shade and read my book while listening to the waves. We also enjoyed some truly spectacular sunsets while roasting marshmallows in the fire pit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

s n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Lake Michigan Getaway

Very clean and modern with amazing views of Lake Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and fun retreat

A beautiful view, Quiet, Comfortable and relaxing setting, the outdoor space an extra bonus. We would love to return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022