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House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views.

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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On the beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Omena, MI
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Nathaniel Rose Wine
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Willowbrook Mill
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Omena

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 6 miles (10 km) of Leelanau Sands Casino. Nathaniel Rose Wine is within 6 miles (10 km) and Willowbrook Mill is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Nathaniel Rose Wine - 7 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Willowbrook Mill - 8 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Christmas Cove Farms - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery - 11 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Knot Just a Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Wine Cellars - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern - ‬13 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.

House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views.

Enjoy the calm ambiance of Omena in this home set within a tranquil wooded environment featuring a beautiful sandy beach. Wake up to gorgeous sunrise views over West Grand Traverse Bay and the sound of the water gently lapping the shore. This private, quiet area is a great place to get away. East Beach Retreat has 3-bedrooms and 2-bathrooms. There are beds for eight, but up to 10 people are allowed.

The home has a wood-burning fireplace and DVD player but no Internet access. Grill out on the deck and enjoy the beach area. In Omena, enjoy a tasting at a local winery, visit local art galleries, or collect rocks on the beach of Grand Traverse Bay. The home is located between Northport and Suttons Bay. Traverse City is 35 minutes away.

A well-mannered pet is allowed, but the owner must clean up after it. (Two dogs maximum)

– THE PROPERTY –

Allows 10 guests. (Beds for 8)

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: king bed || Bedroom 3: queen, two twins

OUTDOORS: Fire pit, deck, charcoal grill, outdoor dining table & chairs, sandy beach, sandy lake bottom

INDOORS: wood-burning fireplace, NO Internet, DVD player, CD player, stereo system

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, drip coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, iron & ironing board, toilet paper, bar soap, no A/C

MISC:

PARKING: 6 spaces

-- POLICIES --

- Dogs allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. to the beach?

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

Does House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Leelanau Sands Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. to downtown Omena?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Omena.

House on sandy beach in Omena. Budget friendly. Dog ok. Sunrise views. Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 90 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin K., Paw Paw, MI

You can’t beat the views and location! Property manager was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

4th of July Week

Location is amazing, amenities are average. This property is overdue for an update
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

The house was a perfect getaway. It's a super quiet and peaceful area. My favorite part was having my coffee on the beach every morning. The house itself is a little outdated but everything is fully functional. There's enough space for everyone to stay comfortably and not be on top of each other. We were able to be secluded in a bedroom if needed and all hangout together in the livong spaces when we wanted to. I especially loved the locking gate on the deck stairs so we could hangout on the deck with my 10 month old and she could safely crawl around and play while the adults chatted. The beach is perfect for swimming or wading, nice and calm and shallow, although it was too cold to swim while we were there. I'm glad we stayed when it was a little cooler, as the people upstairs said it did get hot without any air conditioning but we were able to get a nice breeze by opening all of the windows. I would recommend this location and we will be likely staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

This rental is in a great location, on the beach which provides the ability to catch the sunrise from the deck. Northport, Sutton's Bay, Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Leland (Fish Town) , the entire Leelanau Peninsula were within close proximity. The house provided everything that we needed to make our stay comfortable. The beds were comfortable, the linen was nice, the towels were plentiful. My only suggestions are a new remote contol for the tv, a new tash can for the kitchen (the current one has a bad odor despite cleaning) and a new couch for the living room. Overall, the rental was very nice and I would highly recommend. TTownTown)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cindy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Never again

Not recommended for the price...House smelled and damp throughout. Several things need to be addressed in order for it to be worth the money.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Omena

Perfect location for beach vacation . If you want quiet and peaceful this is it !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph B., Cockeysville

Liked: Cleanliness

This one is all about the beach!

The house is situated north of most of the tourist chaos and is tucked away in a stretch of woods off Rt. 22. There is no internet which I didn’t miss but the younger crowd had to make due using cell phones as hot spots. There is no AC which only affected us a day or two when temps got close to 90°. However. This place is all about the beach and the beach is fabulous! We spent most of our time down by the water! The front deck is large and one evening we had about 20 family members over for a cookout and everyone had a place to sit and eat. We loved our stay and the week went by much too fast!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

molly e.

Beautiful location

Great location but as other reviewers have said the house could definitely use some TLC and a more through cleaning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

I really dislike writing reviews especially negative ones...

The property was NOT clean when we entered. The outside door knob to the downstairs bedroom came off in my hand when I opened the door. The water pressure is VERY weak, and the water from the tap is unusable other than for washing hands or dishes. We had to buy multiple gallons of drinking water for cooking and drinking. The stairs leading down to the basement are dangerous. The balcony attached to one of the upstairs bedrooms was covered in lichen/moss, sticks, cobwebs & spider webs. Even the 2 lawn chairs out there had lichen growing on them. The rest of the decking on the lower level was dirty too. The power flickered quite often, and went out once for a couple hours. The power outage caused all our food in the freezer to melt. The trash was never picked up. We were diligent about following the very explicit and almost demeaning instructions. One of the upstairs bedrooms was very musty, and needed through cleaning. The bathtub had what appeared to be a ring of mold around the tub that our kids had to bathe in, and there were cobwebs in it as well. The Pots, pans, plates, glasses, silverware and utensils, and general decor of the place looked as if they were purchased from a few different garage sales. Many of us staying there experienced scratchy throats, coughing, runny and/or stuffy noses while in the house, which seemed to clear up when we left the house and went in to town. All of us felt that we were being charged premium pricing for a sub-par house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing getaway!

This was an excellent rental for our large family! The beach and lake were stunning, the house was spacious and clean, and the communication was great! There are a couple condition issues, but nothing that takes away from the enjoyment. We would absolutely stay here again! I do wish that the screens on the windows were all in place, and that the balcony door wasn't screwed shut, as it got REALLY HOT for the kids upstairs without air conditioning and the ability to open windows. Overall, this was the perfect vacation for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken m.

Liked: Cleanliness

fun family getaway

The house was perfect for us. The cabin does need some TLC, (light bulbs replaced, batteries in the remote) but overall, it was a great experience. The water heater was somehow shut off when we got there and trash was overflowing, but the staff quickly came and solved both issues. Beds were clean and surprisingly comfortable. The location is great, the sandy beach was a bonus, and the kids enjoyed the water. Smores were made around the bonfire pit, and the next day when it was raining, smores were made inside at the fireplace. We will definitely come back and recommend this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maili L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not worth the money- poor preparation

Arrived to the property and there was tissue and juice bottle on the living floor, which I did reviews and also seen there’s a clause were there isn’t any refunds for housekeeping. The deck had a big hole big enough for my grandsons leg to fall through. Let’s not mention there was no water so I called and they seemed as though they were funding every reason not to come out. She eventually walked me through flipping the breaker. When I mentioned the heat wasn’t working she corrected me in saying that the heat did work. It took an entire day to drain the lines there was brown water running s long time. The next afternoon a maintenance man came and said the owner didn’t know it was rented and the heat was turned off. He was nice enough to get the heat working. Definitely won’t rent with this company again. Too many inconveniences, they need to prepare for the homes being ready prior to someone booking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Glenn C.

Great location, property could use some attention.

The location is great, the beach is excellent. We barely saw another person on the beach. It was like we had the entire stretch of beach to ourself. If there was some attention to the home to clean up a few things it would simply be a great place. Better beds, a better couch, a nice spot to clean off sandy feet. All simple upgrades that would make me want to come back. Unfortunately we will look elsewhere for next years trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mae B.

Needs to be updated

Location and beach access are both amazing… Privacy is amazing - beds are comfortable The house it’s self needs some updates! We stayed here last year and the toilet had the same leak as it did a year ago. Wallpaper’s peeling, furniture is old and musty smelling, the stove works, but definitely takes a little longer to cook things. You get what you pay for. Not bad … just not great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

stephanie w.

Omena

The location was great. Beautiful beach and quiet area. My only complaints were the condition of the home. It is a very dated. We couldn't even get a light to turn on in the kitchen. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jack B., Imlay City Michigan

Excellent Location...house needs work.

First...the view/location is awesome! The beach and water are beautiful and talk about a great place to watch the sunrise! The only issue with this rental is the house. It needs some deep cleaning and some repairs. There is a musty smell in the house that is very strong and does not go away. Some chairs need to be replaced on deck, some minor repairs around the house, etc... Again, beautiful view, the property just needs a deep cleaning and a few minor repairs/replacments.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

James G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great view

Great view and sandy beach House needs major maintenance done and maybe some up grades
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Kasey M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Although the view was beautiful, it could not outweigh the considerable issues with this rental.

In short, the place has not been taken care of properly. Only a few outside chairs could be used due to their worn or broken condition. Numerous bedroom fans did not work and that is a considerable problem when that is the only ventilation the home has. Many lights in the home don’t work but that is helpful since the ceiling is covered in cob webs. I was surprised that a property management company would represent a home in such poor condition. This could have been a lovely home but no one is caring for it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great place

Overall, it was a great stay. Right on the water. Plenty of room. Finding it for the first time wasn’t simple, but we found our way even though GPS took us to a nearby location. NOTE: The cell service isn’t good here and it does NOT have wifi. I didn’t realize that when I booked because the dozens of places I’ve rented in the past all had internet as a standard, so that was a bit surprising to us. But we weren’t there to stream movies so our lakefront time was well worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie I.

Liked: Cleanliness

The water and view was amazing

The house it’s self is actually cuter in person. We were there for the view and water and it did not disappoint. The house itself had plenty of room for us the only downfall is there was not a main bathroom on the main floor you had to go through a bedroom to the bathroom other than that it was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Fran H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not worth the money

No cable- no login information nothing and no one answered text ( I know it’s not considered an emergency ) No power/No water Yard garbage everywhere I think porches at least could have been blown off or sprayed. Like everything was filthy to sit On Freezer wasn’t keeping anything frozen. Dirty dishes when we pulled them out to cook and eat. Mold in bathroom Semi clogged drains Location was great but not worth the $$$. You can have an older home and it still be maintained well and cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Not bad.

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a nice place for our group, clean and close to many things. U Rental company were good and place was dated but worked.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

East Lake Retreat- loved size and location, hated the flaws

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The House was great in size and location. The furniture was dirty and sandy, all the dishes were limed up and I had to use CLR to clean them all before we could use them. The showers were also limed up and water was very slow pressure, Cob webs everywhere. We left it much cleaner then when we arrived. We had to haul large dumpster of trash down to end of road that was over flowing when we got there for garbage pick up from previous tenants. CD Players dont work, Bdrm TV not work. When you open some blinds they fall off, have to put back up.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

East Lake retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were looking for a quiet week away and got exactly what we wanted. The house was very clean and comfortable. We were there when the weather was in the nineties but remained comfortable even with no A/C. The morning sunrise over Grand Traverse bay was very memorable

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

It was very pleasant in every way.

Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was more than happy with the location. The vacation rental was very clean. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was very pleasant in every way. Very secluded and easy to get lost in that area but we managed to navigate very well.