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Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Free Soil, MI
  • Place, Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Hamlin Lake
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1

1 Double Bed

2

1 Double Bunk Bed

3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Full

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee

This 3 bedroom 1 bath home has all the comforts of home along with private lake frontage on beautiful all-sports Gun Lake in Free Soil Michigan. Cottage sleeps up to 7 and has fully stocked kitchen along with an additional living room that offers dining space and excellent views of the lake and wildlife. Amenities include microwave, coffee maker, TV, DVD player, fire pit, outdoor seating, kayaks, and a row boat. I will have linens and towels for you to use but you may need add't so plan accordingly.
This cottage provides relaxation and a chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of the normal day. Come enjoy the row boat and water amenities that are provided. The cottage is conveniently located between Manistee and Ludington.

During the spring, summer and fall the North Country Trail is less than five miles away for world-class hiking and mountain biking. The Lumberjack 100 Mountain Bike Race is held at Big M ski area each June and draws professional riders as well as local amateurs. Summer is a blast on the lake of course with boating, fishing and swimming.

Winter in Fountain means snowmobiling. You can ride right to major trailheads right from the cabins. Baldwin, Wellston, Irons, Cadillac and Manistee Trails are rideable right from your spot on the lake.

$200/ night ( 5 night minimum )
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please bungee garbage cans
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please return boats and chairs to original positio
Please double bag all garbage and put in cans. Pl
Garbage day in Monday, if you stay overnight on Su

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the neighborhood

Free Soil

Located in Free Soil, this vacation home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness and Huron-Manistee National Forest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Manistee National Golf Course. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Free Soil, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistee National Golf Course - 26 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 27 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Hamlin Lake - 28 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Manistee Lake - 30 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 42 min drive - 43.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heidi Hof Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Delaney's Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Hof Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee on Apr 18, 2026 start from $205, 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 Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Bear Wallow Lake and Indian Lake. Elk Township Hall and Beaver Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Awesome

Great place and overall experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Cozy Cottage

Cozy cottage was very homey and cozy! When we arrived it was very clean. The deck and lake are wonderful, we had awesome weather too. It was a wonderful week and my family is already making plans to return next year. I can't rate the property manager because we didn't need to contact them. Everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

timothy b.

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

Review

Overall I was pleased. The driveway and the condition of the gravel prohibited prohibited us from parking closer to the building. That was somewhat of an inconvenience there a couple minor things in the property that needed some repair but otherwise overall it was a decent cottage and well equipped as was the beach area with the boat And the two grills.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carrie B.

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

Rugged living

This property is in need of TLC. Has great access to the lake but in my opinion needs basic improvements to justify rate.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kym C.

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

Perfect Family Retreat

Sandra was great to work with. Very patient and accommodating. This was food for the soul after a year of cancelled vacations and a weird ending to my one sons senior year and then an even weirder freshman year at GVSU. This location was the perfect place for us to unplug and reconnect. The dogs swam from the time they woke until bed time. My husband and I kayaked at least once daily. The boys fished a few times a day. Only caught 1. But just watch my young adult sons talking and fishing and connecting was heart warming. We are at the age where we don’t know how much longer we will have our guys to just ourselves. So this vacation was priceless. Favorite things … multiple spots to view the lake from. We had coffee on the deck outside the front door. Dinner each night on the deck with the patio furniture. Lunch was lakeside after kayaking. Neighbors were friendly. Dogs kayaked daily too and loved it. Was worried that I wouldn’t sleep well in a full size bed compared my king size at home, but it was not an issue at all!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sandra Elizabeth Trebnik

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