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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Muskegon, MI
beach near North Scenic Drive
Place, beach near North Scenic Drive
3 min drive
Muskegon State Park
Place, Muskegon State Park
5 min drive
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
Place, Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
5 min drive
Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
25 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Convertible bed(s)
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views
Escape to refined lakeside living at our Luxury Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat, where every detail is designed for your perfect vacation. Enjoy sweeping lake views, private beach access, and a home stocked with thoughtful amenities to elevate your stay.
Step into a chef-ready kitchen complete with a full suite of cookware, utensils, and everything you need to create unforgettable meals—indoors or out. Fire up the propane grill on the spacious deck and dine alfresco while the sun sets over the water.
For your beach days, we’ve got you covered with premium beach chairs and towels—all ready for you, so you can pack light and relax more. After a day in the sun, unwind with cable TV or curl up with a book in the cozy living room. And no need to worry about weather interruptions—a whole-home generator ensures your stay remains uninterrupted and comfortable.
This is more than a cottage—it’s your private slice of the Lake Michigan shoreline, fully prepared for effortless relaxation and lasting memories.
THE SETTING The pristine shores of Lake Michigan. Sunshine, soft sand, warm air, the light droning sound of boats on the water. You enjoyed swimming, boating, bicycling, reading, walking the dog, the amusement park or just relaxing earlier that day. You're sitting on your provided beach chair watching the magnificent sunset with your beverage of choice. You start to smell a smoky aroma, but you cannot tell if it is the grill or a bonfire on top of the bluff; to your delight it is both! After you enjoy some time by the fire, playing board games, or watching a movie you fall into your comfortable bed. You smile as you sleep knowing tomorrow is another lake day.
OUR PROPERTY Everything you need for the perfect vacation on the shores of Lake Michigan. Private & newly renovated two bedroom cottage on Lake Michigan in between North Muskegon and Whitehall. The main bedroom has a queen size bed, and the smaller bedroom has bunk beds. The sofa in the living room converts to a full size bed. Cottage is fully furnished, with all the ammenities you will ever need to cook a meal, make your morning coffee, grill out, sleep well (linens), and enjoy the beach (towels and beach chairs)! Board games, Cable TV, and books are provided as well. For those hot summer days we have central Air Conditioning! Make sure your vacation goes off without a hitch, we have a generator incase a thunder storm knocks out the power!
THE AREA We are just minutes away from Whitehall, which offers quaint shopping, an extensive bicycle trail, and many dining choices. We are walking distance to the Red Rooster Tavern, and also just a short distance from Michigan's Adventure amusement park, and Whitehall Lighthouse and Museum, Muskegon State Park and Winter Sports Complex. And of course right on the Lake!
**We offer off-season monthly rates to those interested**
Keywords: cottage, lake michigan, private, beach, quaint, cute, family, dogs, pets, home
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Muskegon
Located in Muskegon, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Muskegon 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 Duck Lake State Park. Michigan's Adventure and Muskegon Winter Sports Complex are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
beach near North Scenic Drive - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Duck Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Muskegon State Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
Duck Lake Outlet - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Red Rooster Tavern - 15 min walk
Thrasher's Bear Lake Tavern - 11 min drive
Old Channel Inn - 28 min drive
The Deck - 29 min drive
Thunderdome - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views on 12 May 2026 start from £315, 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 at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Muskegon cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Michigan and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Muskegon State Park. Duck Lake Outlet and Duck Lake State Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This house is in a great location-the access to the lake and beach were incredible. The beach’s very soft sand, no rocks. Beautiful sunset!! The house was perfect for what we needed! The house had a lot of items you would need-fully stocked kitchen with all the pots/pans/utensils you need.
The place was very clean and smelled amazing upon entry. The location cannot be beat right on the beach. The host communicated quickly during our stay and was very helpful.
The place was impeccably clean, well appointed (kitchen ware, games, etc.) and as described. Wonderful view of the lake from the house, at least in the winter when we were there! So nice to be right on the beach.
Beautiful wooded area, next to lake michigan. Lovely beach (good access) and peaceful, wooded overlook. We enjoyed the house, location and area very much.
We really enjoyed our weekend stay at this cottage. Easy walk down to a beautiful beach, and we loved the snowy beach walks with our dog! We had everything we needed, but rugs for inside the front and back doors would have been helpful, especially with the snowy weather. Very clean, kitchen was well-appointed, and the water views from the back windows were very nice.
This is a magical place! We greatly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful beach and sunsets. Host is very responsive and everything we needed was provided. Highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. It had great space for our family and the view was so nice. They had a nice mix of games which we enjoyed playing. We had our dog with us, she has anxiety and can be nervous in new places. But she settled quickly and really loved the large sliding door to watch the squirrels outside. We had a minor toilet issue during our stay, however the hosts were quickly responsive and a plumber was at the cottage within the hour. I was so grateful and impressed, we worried we'd have to end our stay early but it all worked out wonderfully. Walks on the beach were fantastic. They had all the amenities we could need. We would absolutely stay here again, we had a wonder time making lasting memories.
Great location and the house is even better than the pictures! Ample room for 2 adults, 2 kids, and the family dog. Steps down to the beach are easy to navigate and made for great beach access for daytime fun and peaceful sunsets.
My family and I enjoyed the most beautiful weekend at this cottage! It was super clean and even had some nice board games and books that we enjoyed. The host was very responsive, kind, and helpful!
We had a great last minute weekend stay. The small cottage is lovely and as pictured. Very clean and well appointed. Great for the two of us and our dog. Neighbors are very close but we only saw one person the whole time, very quiet. Even with the snow we were able to get down to the beach and walk either way for ages. Beautiful views and sunsets everyday. We’d stay again. FYI for anyone with mobility issues there are 47 steps down the bluff to the beach. They appear to be newer and are spilt into 3 sections with a landing/lookout between each and sturdy handrails. It’s actually one of the shortest and best maintained staircases we’ve encountered at the various lake side houses we’ve rented. Thank you!