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Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake

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A houseboat with a deck and a chimney, surrounded by water and greenery.
A single-story house with a red car parked in front.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a fireplace, a dining table, and a sofa.
A wooden deck leading to a house with a porch and outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Idlewild, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Idlewild Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paradise Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Idlewild

Idlewild is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Shrine of the Pines and Luther Area Museum are cultural highlights.
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Idlewild, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Idlewild Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tank Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Paradise Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Big Star Lake - 18 min drive - 18.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪To Jo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake on Nov 2, 2026 start from $183, 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 Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake located?

Situated in Idlewild, this cottage is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Idlewild Lake. Paradise Lake and Tank Lake are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly what we expected it to be. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen and enjoyed the peaceful setting! We look forward to booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice to be right on the lake! This cabin is very peaceful. Easy to get to places like Big Rapids and Cadillac as well as other nearby locations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute clean cottage great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host were very kind and considerate addressed any concerns in a timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and peaceful what a nice view having coffee on the deck in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Even though the cabin was on the smaller size, the layout was done is such a way that it did not feel cramped. The kitchen had everything I needed and the bath towels were very plush. The lake views were excellent (beautiful sunrises!) and the area was very quiet during my stay. I had some questions before and during my stay and James and Shawna were very responsive. I missed that there was no internet. After my stay, I eventually found that this was listed under amenities; I feel like this should have been added to "About this Property" where it would have been easier to see. It wasn't a huge deal as I wasn't planning on watching much TV or spend a lot of time on the computer, but it would have been nice to know as my phone plan does not have unlimited data and I ran out of data after the first day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot for a quick weekend getaway. It was quaint, and cozy with good appliances & well-stocked accessories - kitchen tools, towels, blankets, patio furniture & cushions, 2 kayaks w/ paddles, gas-fire heatbox, and beautiful water access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place great view. Perfect place for a couple to relax..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Comfortable, clean and lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was cute, well kept and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location! Cute clean cabin!

We loved the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway cottage. The house was clean & well stocked with anything we might have forgotten to pack. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was as described, cozy yet comfortable. The location on the lake front is ideal.The cottage was well stocked with creature comforts, utensils for cooking and BBQ and firepit.I would return again should I visit the area in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in was simple and easy. The home was beautifully decorated and comfortable. We had everything we needed to enjoy the home and the beautiful Idlewild Lake. Great host, I would definitely stay hear again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This was an Anniversary getaway

This is a very nice cottage,very clean, well thought out with very nice amenities, in a quiet location.. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There's so many things for us to say. We're not quite sure where to start. We loved that the one side property was just very private and very quiet and no one home next door. It is on a lake, sound travels of course and we heard boaters, music, people laughing, enjoying the weekend, and that was awesome. We bought water and some other items at the dollar general but the grocery store is 10 minutes away and you can get anything you need, including firewood. ( very nice people there) We leaned about the history of the area and found it fascinating. It is one of the most 'ghost town' areas (as it's described online) and we spent time on the water, making food and playing the games we brought. There is Baldwin kayaking for Pere Marquette river kayaking, canoe or raft and it was a blast...and BEAUTIFUL. Loved our little getaway for four nights. The things I think might be suggestions or concerns we wrote to the owners.The owners were very great about communication..If you want to watch t.v. Just make a Hotspot. We brought a thin rug from home for the door to the deck for our sand and such. Super clean place too with cute décor.Thanks for everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Place to sleep

Overall, the cottage met our need for a place to sleep while attending a wedding that was nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very special time, in a very special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Great getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and quiet

A clean and quit place.we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was again wonderful like last year. There was an issue with cottage and owners were contacted and the problem was resolved very quickly. This is a great scenic, quiet, and centrally located place to stay on Lake Idlewild. I look forward to it again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful

Peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice relaxing weekend

We had a nice weekend with our dogs and had a last minute scheduling that the hosts were accommodating of. Their communication was timely and I formative.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house. Felt right at home. Very clean. Location is perfect right in the heart of Idlewild down the road from Paradise Park. I would definitely book again! 10/10!
Serenity
Morning view!
Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jazzy weekend

Wonderful historical location. House had everything we needed. We plan on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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