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“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 132094 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Magoon Creek Nature Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manistee

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the 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

  • Magoon Creek Nature Area - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • beach - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Manistee Lake - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Ramsdell Theater - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Heifer - ‬18 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.

“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

Fantastic cottage on Lake Michigan. The high bluff allows for a priceless view of Lake Michigan through an unforgettable picture window. Our cottage has 150 feet of frontage along Lake Michigan, and NEW stairs down to Lake Michigan. A new 4 person HOT TUB sitting on the back patio to soak in the views

Sun-room offers great views and has comfy seating

Main floor also offers living room with commanding Lake Michigan view. Big screen TV in cozy living room along with gas fireplace. Large, well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space.. Full bath on main floor. Main floor master bedroom with king bed. Upper level with two additional bedrooms and full bath. One upper bedroom has a king bed and the other upper bedroom has a queen bed. Basement level has fourth bedroom with full size bed and additional 1/2 bath in the basement. Basement also has a bunk room with two twin beds.

Cottage sleeps up to 13 in 4 separate bedrooms and the additional basement bunk room. Township limit is 10 guests. Cottage with is laid out as follows:
Main floor king
Upper queen
Upper king
Basement queen size bed
Basement bunk room: two twin bunk beds w a trundle.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,094 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.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

How close is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.9 mi (25-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.2 mi (20-min drive) from First Street Beach and 13.7 mi (30-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Little River Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach to downtown Manistee?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi away from Manistee.

Reviews

“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was such an awesome little weekend! Views were incredible and the house was lovely. The kitchen had nearly everything in it you'd need, aside from the food. Bedrooms were roomy and private with plenty of sleeping spots. Living room was comfy and cozy with great views out the windows. Thanks for letting us experience this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was as advertised. Excellent stay! View is absolutely awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was gorgeous! We loved it and area already talking about booking another trip. The house was perfect, roomy, great location, and the best views! It was also stocked full of anything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything surpassed our expectations. Words don't do the stunning views of the Big Lake justice; whether the brilliant sunsets, or the glow of the morning Sun, it's better than the pictures!Soaking in the hot tub under the stars was also a huge highlight.As was the fire pit, both that morning and at night! It's close to town and multiple restaurants, grocery store and areas of interest.And is a great launching pad for day trips to do some.Hiking or more coastal viewing! The hosts are available if needed, and provided a multitude of great insights as to some local spots, places to eat drink and sites to see!We had an amazing time here and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 sisters stayed and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Beautiful view!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views over top of the lake are so stunning. Our group swam down in Lake Michigan multiple times, the access via the stairs is so nice. Great kitchen, plenty of spaces to sleep, & easy check in/check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the situation of this property and its view of the lake and sky from both inside and outside. The cottage was furnished with everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and we really enjoyed our time there--walking the beach, relaxing, hot-tubbing, sitting at the campfire, and playing games.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn F.

Very nice floor plan for family. The view off the front of the house is amazing! Very relaxing. Enjoyed walking down to the water too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was nice, water has a sulfur odor so if that bothers you, I suggest brining bottles to drink. Water from fridge is ok. The hot tub was pretty gross when we first arrived- luckily my husband knows how to get the chemicals in order. After he cleaned the filter the hot tub was good for the rest of the weekend. Overall a decent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property checked all the boxes for us. Wonderful beach, fabulous cliff top views of lake Michigan, fire pit and lovely hot tub were bonuses. Plenty of room for a large family to be together yet still have some personal space. Nicely equipped kitchen - we love to cook and share meals!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place to stay - great for a group of friends. There was a lot of space, plenty of beds, a hot tub and such a great beach to spend time rock picking and hanging out. Definitely be ready for a leg work out with all the stairs, but so worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was a bit off the beaten path, so it was very peaceful. The view was exceptional, although the bluff is super steep (which was mentioned before we checked in). The stairs down to the lake are new. The beach at the bottom is not the best for swimming. It’s very rocky and there are remnants of old seawalls sticking out of the water. The beach in town is a much better option. The house had plenty of space; however, one of the rooms on the second floor did not have A/C and the rooms in the basement smelled musty, which is probably not uncommon given you are literally on the lake. I put some odor absorbers down in there and they did the trick. There were just enough bath towels for the six of us, but no beach towels. And, some of the bath towels were super damp (i.e. wet) when we arrived, which was a bit unpleasant. Maybe they were not fully dry when the cleaning crew put them out. We just re-washed them. Check-in and out was very easy. We only contacted the property manager with one issue regarding a TV remote and they were very responsive. The kitchen had plenty of space. The fridge is exceptionally cold, so anything put towards the back froze. We couldn’t find a setting to check the temp, but it wasn’t a huge problem. Wi-Fi worked well. It went down one time, but only for a few hours. The house has parking for four cars, but the parking pad is very tight (we had two cars). Overall, we had a nice family trip. Having never stayed in Manistee, we enjoyed the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vikramaditya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert F., Ann Arbor, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Extremely responsive

The views were gorgeous and the hosts were super responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a fabulous location. The home had some amazing views and the sunsets are remarkable. We enjoyed the comfort of the home and it had everything we needed. We did experience some issues but the owners had been very responsive and communicated with us about all their efforts to fix the situation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay in Manistee

Had a great stay here, the house was comfortable and the views were amazing! Super comfortable for a short getaway for my whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time staying at the "Red Cottage". We thought the property was even better in person then the photos listed. My husband and I spent time with our daughter and two of her adult children and her teenager. There was plenty of room for us. The beds were very comfortable and the linens and towels were nice quality. We enjoyed playing games at the large dining table. We also used the hot tub to relax. The lake view from the house is beautiful and the sunsets each evening were spectacular. It was extra nice having the steps to the beach. The kitchen seemed to be well stocked for cooking meals. We however skipped cooking and enjoyed eating at many of the local restaurants. There are many outdoor activities, hiking, beaches, nature abounds all close to the cottage. We defiantly recommend this property and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay enjoying the beautiful view at the red cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

We enjoyed our time here. We stayed for a golf trip for three nights. Plenty of beds to spread out and a nice living area. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Stayed for a Wedding!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene Getaway

Gorgeous location with the kindest hosts. Property is close to town but feels private and was equipped with everything you might need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadya W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ladies’ Spring Trip!

We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025