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Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water

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View from sunset deck
Exterior
View from 2nd Street.
Deck
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water

Steps away from "the big lake" (Lake Michigan) and "the little lake" (Portage Lake), this classic 4 bedroom, 3 bath summer cottage is perfect for kicking off your shoes and letting the peace of "up north living" rejuvenate the soul. Not much required except your willingness to relax. Keep your boat at the Portage Point Resort just a few blocks away. Enjoy the areas swimming, boating, fishing, and golfing. Visit the quaint neighboring towns along the Lake Michigan shoreline and stop at the fruit and vegetable stands, overlooks, wineries, lighthouses, and microbreweries along the way. Many area hiking and biking trails.
CANCELLATION POLICY: from Memorial weekend to Labor Day weekend receive a full refund of your deposit if cancelled 120 or more in advance of arrival. This overrides VRBO's indication of no refund.
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Owner approval. Pet fee $25/day
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2224423
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

About the neighborhood

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Ramsdell Theater and Douglas Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Onekama, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Captain John Langland Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 16 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Little River Casino - 18 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 34 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Buffet - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Northwood Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pure "Up North" Summer Cottage by the water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, and perfect accommodations near the lake and golf.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

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

Beach time

Great roomy property for family getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia D.

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

Great Location!

We enjoyed our time! The deck is awesome and the view of Lake Michigan in the back is amazing. We trailored our boat up and conveniently rented a boat slip at Portage Point Resort so were able to uses both lakes. We also were at the beach every day. The house is set with the basics and we were so glad to be able to bring our dog!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Up North by Onekama

Very nice location just a short walk to Lake Michigan and Portage lake. We especially enjoyed the big sandy beach on Lake Michigan and did not find the need to go to the smaller lake. Spacious home provided enough space for private time as well as family. We enjoyed the sunsets at the overlook. Thanks for the wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location

This home has a nostalgic "Up North" feel about it. It was spacious with plenty of areas for our family to gather but also to escape. We loved the "nooks and crannies." The bench platform overlooking the dunes and Lake Michigan was a perfect spot for relaxing and watching the sun set after a day on the beach, which was just a few minutes' walk away. Everyone loved it. Onekama is a rather sleepy little town with a small grocery, ice cream shop, and thrift shops. A sweet place. The property manager was very kind and responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne E.

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

Best week of the year!

My family has been coming to Onekama for years and years. We have rented many homes in the area. This house is now one of our favorites! There is plenty of room for a large family! The home was very clean upon check in. Our first night it was incredibly hot and humid. Thank goodness for fans!! The property manager was simply amazing to work with! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Great house

Great property and the bedrooms were spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANN T.

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

Great cottage on beautiful Portage Lake

We had a wonderful visit to Portage Lake. The cottage was spacious and comfortable with plenty of room for our family of 5. The deck is amazing and there is a walkway through the woods to a deck for sunset views on Lake Michigan. The 4 stars for cleanliness were only because the screen door was ripped when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

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

Relaxing week in Michigan

All of us (5 adults and 2 children) had a great time at the "Up North cottage". The house was comfortable and wonderful! We very much enjoyed the large outdoor deck where we ate our meals and just relaxed. Loved the proximity to the both Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Jeff was very attentive to our questions and was a great source of recommendations for the area. All in all, we had a great vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten Y.

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

Our week on Portage Point

Great location for the beach. Incredible sunset look out. Traditional beach house feel. Loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

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

Great 4th

We really enjoyed the cottage & had a great week! The location is perfect & we loved having access to the big beach for sunsets nightly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2021
Thank you Laura! We are delighted that you had a great week. Those sunsets are beautiful. We hope you’ll return again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari W.

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

Hidden gem

We can’t say enough good things about this property and this little corner of Michigan. The house was even better than expected - lots of personality but in a good way. Old-school vacation house vibe (not fancy, but everything you need) within quick walking distance to two lakefront areas and the portage point resort (marina, ice cream, drinks, pizza). We were two families - four adults and four kids, ages 6, 4 and 2. Some things to point out: upstairs master bed is huge and has an extra little nook that we used for pack and play. The deck is awesome with views of Portage Lake. Lots of yard area for kids to play in. And stairs jn back lead to a wooded overlook platform to watch the sunsets. The two other upstairs bedrooms share one entrance to the hallway. This was perfect for us, but good to know! My husband wanted me to add that fishing was great. Overall amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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