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THERE ARE ONLY 18 SUMMERS IN CHILDHOOD! MAKE THIS ONE COUNT!
Beach
Front of home with private entrance
Beach
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Manistee County Beaches

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet access
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
The current price is $375
All fees included
Oct 17 - Oct 20

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Manistee County Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
The current price is $375
All fees included
Oct 17 - Oct 20

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About this property

Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now.


Bring Family and Friends tothe splendor of Lake Michigan. This experience will capture the lull of the lake, the howling winds of the west, the setting of the sun, and the smooth and soothing beaches of Lake Michigan. WOW! Such experiences are breathtaking and unforgettable!

The Little River Casino is only 10 miles away. There are many restaurants and exciting sites nearby.

This is a full home which is connected to the main house but completely private, a private driveway and a private entrance. The deck has a patio table with 4 chairs. There is a full kitchen with a glass top cook stove, a refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is also a washer and dryer. This unit has an open floor plan with a dining area and a living room area that has a queen size sofa bed. There are 2 bedrooms. One with a queen size bed and the other with 2 twin beds. There is also a comfortable sofa bed. There is a TV and a fireplace. A bistro table with two chairs are situated so you can look out and see the woods and the lake. The bathroom has a glass shower door with beautiful tile. A Keurig is also available so bring your favorite K-cups, or use a regular coffee maker. There is also a wall mounted flat screen TV. WiFi is available. Since all the amenities are here, we are asking for a minimum 4 night stay. Bring the family and /or friends and enjoy Lake Michigan. Make the memories of a lifetime.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Loud Music or excessive noise Minimum 4 night stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1394372
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now.?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now. on Oct 17, 2026 start from $375, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now. located?

Located in the heart of Manistee, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manistee County Beaches and Lake Michigan. Portage Lake is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Summertime and the Living is Easy. Book Now. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Incredible beach. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Outstanding sandy beach. Close to Manistee for shopping and dining. Owners were great. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cari O.

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

Quiet Beach Vacay

This location was perfect for our family and with having private beach access, this was the most quiet and peaceful beach vacation we've ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa J.

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

Easy stay

This was a great low stakes vacation for our young kids to go on! The beach being right there made such a difference.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd A.

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

Family retreat

Had a great time on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very nice. The cottage was well appointed. We enjoyed the fire pit. Very isolated and private. Location was great. Communication with the owner could have been better; I called several times and never received a call back, but then later received a text.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Manistee Vacation

Brought my girlfriend and 2 daughters (9 and 5) for a relaxing getaway. The place was excellent and just as described. Beach access was the main draw but downtown and public beaches were great as well. We would absolutely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Karen C.

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

Pristine beach

The property was beautiful and right on Lake Michigan away from the crowds! The shoreline was pristine with beautiful sand. It was enjoyable for long quiet walks along the beach for miles in each direction. The sunsets were beautiful. The breeze from the lake was refreshing even on hot days and the sunshine plentiful for tanning. The condo was nicely welcoming. The hosts were attentive and accommodating. We kayaked the pine river one day and also ran into Traverse City. We ate icecream about every day in the historic downtown Manistee. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Beautiful getaway

I took my children and mother for a stay and we were blown away by the amazing view! We all had a blast and loved that the property is hidden within the forest as we all love nature! The lake was crystal clear and beautiful we had a relaxing time walking along the beach. The property owner was very friendly and helpful. The rental property was very clean. We overall enjoyed everything about this propety location and I will absolutely book this property again in the future. If you are looking for an amazing lake front property this is it !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

JANET C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

MI 2023

We enjoyed our stay. The area was quiet and peaceful. The cottage was well stocked with paper supplies etc. We could have used some extra bath and kitchen towels. The beds were comfortable. Sitting on the futon was uncomfortable. I would have preferred a sofa with an ottoman. Big TV was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell G.

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

Summer Vac

Very easy to work with the owners. We had a great time. Loved having the beach to ourselves. Towels and washcloths weren't included, which was kind of a bummer. There was no indication on how to get down to the beach (through the owners' yard) until we found it by accident. Would have been nice to see a "Beach this way " sign. No "seating" area around the TV area. It was comfy for the 5 of us, fans were great in the rooms. I looked all over for the "grill", but couldn't find it - instead we found a grate over the firepit (which ended up being the grill). We made burgers and hotdogs once but wouldn't recommend anything else on it. When we saw Grill listed, we figured it would be an actual Grill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Veronica L.

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

Great location and friendly hosts

We enjoyed our week here. The property is peaceful, and the owners are friendly and helpful. The common space is nice and open (the photos don't totally do it justice), and the bedrooms are comfortable. The beach was heavenly, and the sunsets were amazing! Also, there are bald eagles nesting nearby, and we got to see them on several occasions. A few more labels and instructions in/around the unit would be helpful. As another reviewer noted, finding your way to the water the first time is a little tricky (even with the emailed instructions from the owner). The driveway up to the property is fairly steep and the turnaround at the top is tight, which wasn't a deterrent for us, but something you may want to know if you're considering the property, especially if you're coming in more than one car. Also, while everything inside is on one level, you need to go down and back up a series of steps to get from the parking area to the house, so if you have mobility issues, that could be challenging. All in all, we had a great time and would wholeheartedly recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jason H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Extremely dirty rental

I don't like leaving bad reviews but this one needs to be left. The house was extremely dirty! The shower was disgusting and not cleaned at all, and the toilet was the same way! Everywhere you look in the house it was just filthy!! The stairs to the beach are a long walk from the rental. The way the pictures are it would make you think they are directly out front, but they are not. On top of all that the owners who also live on the property decided it was a good idea to display their political signs all over the place! As a business owner I would never display my political opinion at my place of business.... I didn't want to look at BLM signs and liberal garbage during my stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great beach

Great beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Lakefront gem

This was a perfect stay right on the lake front with great amenities, great access, and great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

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

Vacation Gem on the coast

Rental arrangements were without complications, easily matched our expectations. Great view of sunset on the lake to put an exclamation on the whole day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

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

Our stay manistee

Beautiful place to see sunsets. Excellent view of lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

A great way to enjoy Manistee

Our family greatly enjoyed our time here! What a beautiful place to enjoy Lake Michigan. We decided to end our summer at the beach and this spot was just what we needed. We traveled with 3 young kids, 6, 4, and 2, and there was enough space for all of us (baby was in a pack n play). Initially, I was a little worried about the erosion and sea wall but our children navigated it just fine and we felt very safe on the beach and swimming. There was a lot of flat areas on the beach to play on. It was also a great launching point! We have enjoyed Northern Michigan many times and chose to explore Manistee, Frankfort, the Platte River area, and Baldy trail while we were there. It was great to take a small adventure during the morning and come back to relaxing on the beach for the afternoon. Our kids LOVED walking down the beach. It is very private and feels like you have the whole space to yourself. We found lots of great stones, beach glass, and my kids could have played for hours in the lake. It was the best way to end our summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay, the property could not be nicer. The owner were on site and could not be friendlier. It had everything we needed for our stay and is just short drive to Manistee where we spent a lot of time. I would recommend this property for anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen P.

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

Wonderful house by the lake

Great spot right by the water on a long private beach. Our family enjoyed a very serene view of the water with wonderful sunsets. Everyone loved watching the sunset by the fire pit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenna H.

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

Beautiful location, attentive hosts!

My husband and I immensely enjoyed our stay at this lovely place. Shirley has made the house very cozy with lots of nice details--even leaving us a plate of pastries as a welcome! The view of the lake is truly stunning, and the surrounding area is perfect for all kinds of adventuring or rest and relaxation in any season. Shirley and her husband were very responsive and checked in on us by text when snow made the driveway a bit difficult to traverse. They went out of their way to make sure we were able to enjoy our stay to the fullest, and we appreciated it! Highly recommend this place to any traveler who appreciates natural beauty and warm hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel Y.

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

Cozy house!Nice location!

We like this house!The owners Shirley and Gary was very helpfull.The kids was excited to go down the shore and we went there couple times every day.Quiet and relaxing place.Definitely positive experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornell H.

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

Unbelievably relaxing and low key

We had a relaxing low key few days at this Super secluded tranquil location. Amazing nightly sunsets by the fire pit, and private beach! The owner had wonderful recommendations for sites to visit, restaurants, and grocery nearby. We had everything we needed. Highly recommend and would definitely return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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