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Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown!

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A room with a teal wall, a white chair with a white pillow, and a small round table with a potted plant.
A bedroom with a teal wall, a beach-themed painting, a white bed with a textured blanket, and a lamp.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a patterned curtain.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a wooden countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a white stove.
Lower front porch area- swings

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ramsdell Theater
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Manistee Riverwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Manistee Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ramsdell Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Orange room Upstairs

2 Twin Beds

Yellow Room Upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown!

This 2 bedroom 1 bath is the front unit on a multi unit property with a private entrance and no shared spaces. Both bedrooms and bathroom are located upstairs in this unit. Manistee is a magical summer vacation spot! Girls weekend? Casino trip? Family vaca? We have the perfect place with fun bright colors, relaxed atmosphere, and just walking distance from 5th avenue beach or a downtown coffee shop! Our guests love to Relax on one of the units private decks with a cold beverage after a nice day at the beach, grill some steaks or order in, then get ready to check out downtown with plenty of pubs, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment for the whole family. Manistee offers transportation! Don't want to drive or walk? Give them a call 6am 4-6pm! Adults only trip? Manistee has it covered. Check out the nearby Casino, multiple golf courses, fishing charters, Crystal Mountain, local breweries & more! Have a blast while having the peace of mind you picked a great location in a great neighborhood! Enjoy a fire outside at the end of the day with the gas fireplace and a cozy porch swing or curl up inside for a night of Netflix or family board games/Wii. Unit is equipped with outside Ring cameras for safety and security of the property. We hope to see you soon @ Turtle Stone Properties LLC Front Porch Cottage!

Here a link with some pretty great information on things to do in the area! https://grkids.com/manistee-michigan-things-to-do/

Cheers, Mike & Crystal
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
House could sleep 2 adults and 5-6 children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
A/C and or heat must be turned down when you leave the property. Doors must be locked when you leave the property for any reason.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3169747
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
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

About the neighborhood

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this vacation home is near the beach. Manistee Municipal Marina and Orchard Beach State Park 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Manistee Municipal Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manistee Riverwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Manistee Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ramsdell Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown!?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown! on Oct 1, 2027 start from $46, 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 Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright Beautiful beach theme home walking distance to Lake Michigan & downtown! located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Manistee Lake and Lake Michigan. Manistee County Historical Museum and Ramsdell Theater are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and very close to downtown and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2026
So glad you came to stay with us and had so much luck Salmon fishing! Come stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little tight parking with a boat but very doable other than that very quiet little neighborhood nice place that’s my second time staying there and will again if god willing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2026
Wow!!! Look at the size of those fish! Great catch! Thanks for staying with us a second time again. Was a pleasure having you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house. Close to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2026
It was so nice having you stay with us! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet neighborhood in walking distance to downtown and river walk. Very vibrant and beachy feel in the house with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2026
Great review Sarah! Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2026
So glad it met your needs!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met our needs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2026
Always a pleasure having you stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect space to rent close to the beach but in a nice area. The split house was not an issue at all and we had a few different groups and felt privacy from all. The covered porch is very nice, especially to house beach stuff and provide extra space, though a patio table/extra seating out here would be a great addition. TVs are smart TVs and easy to use. Games and extras (baby gate, pack and play, audio monitor) were nice to have. Everything was clean and comfortable and hosts were very helpful and responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2026
Great review! I love the positive feedback. Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for local work, host was a blessing to work with!
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2026
You were such a great guest. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our property. Please come see us again if you find yourself in Manistee!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute house, we enjoyed our stay. If you are a full family it might be a little tight for more than a one or two night stay but for two on a budget it was perfect, we could walk to food or shops and of course the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2025
We are delighted that you both enjoyed your stay and found our pricing satisfactory!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Manistee stay

Nice property in a nice town. If you like to walk is walking distance to downtown and beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2024
Thanks Tom! Come see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice location.

Good stay. Everything suited our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 9, 2024
Thanks for the 5 star review Jeremy. Come see us again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a very nice location quite everything well maintained. Very easy to access with a 20 foot boat but the driveway is full. But if need to you can park on the street. Fishing was good not great but good easy access to boat ramp and they are very well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2025
Glad the driveway parking worked out for your truck and boat. You were an excellent guest and left the unit in great condition! Please come see us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Manistee vacation

We loved the house. It was small but fully equiped kitchen. Check in was easy with the door code. Crystal was very responsive when I needed to adk a question. We had a wonderful time and loved the fromt porch very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little cottage.

The area is beautiful. The cottage is close enough to the lake to walk there. The cottage is small but adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review! Hope you will consider us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Very cute place. We saw on a review that there wasn’t any way to make ice, so I bought one and left it as a parting gift.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2025
Aww thank you! That is so nice of you. You were wonderful guests! Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Porch Home

This two-story porch home was perfect for our stay in Manistee. It has comfortable furniture, two porches, and games for the kids. Everything including the beach was in walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2024
Awesome review Mary! It was wonderful having your family stay with us in Manistee! We hope you made so many memories together! Come see us again. You're welcome anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

The Front Porch Cottage was a great little getaway for us! It was very clean and was exactly as it was advertised. It was in a quiet neighborhood and was very close to the beach and quaint downtown of Manistee. Communication with the host was excellent! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2024
Thank you for the lovely review Theresa! It was a pleasure having you both as our guests! We are so glad you enjoyed beautiful Manistee and all it has to offer. It truly is magical here. Please come see us again soon! Take care.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

The house was very cute! Perfect for our family :) The deck was especially nice, with a couple porch swings, chairs and a fireplace. The balcony was great too! I loved the decor in the house, gave it a nice beach vibe. We loved that it was close to everything too, especially the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2023
The porch swings and fireplace are one of our favorites too! We are so glad you enjoyed your family vacation at the Front Porch Cottage! Please come see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Property worked out great for four guys fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2023
I was so glad you all found the place to be a good fit for your fishing tournament! And thank you for sharing the awesome pictures with us of your daily catches from Lake Michigan! It definitely made us smile. Please come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Fit our needs perfectly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Owners were communicated well with us and answered our questions quickly. Added special items to our stay that made it extra special. It was in a perfect for the race we ran on Saturday. Nice quiet neighborhood. Close to the beach and downtown. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2024
You guys were incredible guests and it was a pleasure talking with you. I think it's so cool you came for the race. If you ever find yourselves back in Michigan and looking for a place to stay we would love to host you again! Safe travels!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We werent aware that both bedrooms were on the upper floor along with the bathroom being upstairs. It was quite an inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great Location

We enjoyed our short visit. There were 4 of us so plenty of sleeping space but kitchen was very small. Only providing 2 chairs. A couple of folding chairs would have been helpful. Didnt get the bar stools!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2023
Hi Barbara, I'm sorry you were disappointed with the kitchen size and only having 2 chairs for the table. The pictures provided on the listing accurately shows the size and layout of the kitchen so that you can decide ahead of time if the space will work for you before booking. I'm glad you felt the sleeping arrangements provided plenty of space and that you otherwise enjoyed your visit with us at the Front Porch Cottage. I would like to suggest looking into our Back Porch cottage for any future visits as that unit has a table space large enough that it can accommodate 4 chairs! Best wishes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comforts of home.

Laundry, on site. Furniture was comfortable and brought the cottage vibe. Kitchen had all the basics and sparkling clean. It was like having a cottage vibe furnished apartment. Bath is cute and has all you need but tub and surround could use an update. Lots of hot water with decent pressure. Quiet neighborhood, porch felt more private than I originally thought it would. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Manistee Fun

We had a hiccup on our side (Covid). I didn’t go but the two others in my group went. 100% 5 stars go to the Host for offering guidance and clear communication navigating us through. The host was very quick into responding to all my “what if” senecios. The host saved the day!! Thanks so much. I saw there was a gravel bike race coming up so I may rebook.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2024
You were a great point of contact for the guests that were still able to come stay at the Front porch cottage in Manistee. I still feel bad you had to miss out due to Covid but glad to hear you're feeling better already! Would definitely love for you to consider us again in the future! It was a pleasure working through the special details of your reservation. Until next time!!

About the host

Hosted by Crystal Kittel

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Why they chose this property

Nice quiet side of town with well up kept homes and yards. Neighbors are great!

What makes this property unique

This property is a two unit property with complete separate private entrances and no shared spaces. Rent just one unit or both if traveling with friends or family!

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