Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake, an American flag, and a picnic table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A living room with a television on a wooden stand, a blue armchair, a ceiling fan, and a large window with blinds.
A small, cozy room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted fan.
A calm lake with a forested shoreline and a few buildings in the distance.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Free Soil, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gun Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • 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 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Full

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Free Soil

Located in Free Soil, this holiday 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 head to Manistee National Golf Course. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Free Soil, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gun Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 26 min drive - 26.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 42 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Little River Casino - 42 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪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 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee on 26 Dec 2026 start from £638, 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 Cottage on Gun Lake near Ludington and Manistee?

On-site 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Gun Lake. Ford Lake and Round Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Has a very steep driveway and walkway down to cottage. Other than that it was a very nice quiet and peaceful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liked this place so much, we had to come back a second time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

2/10 Terrible

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
I spoke with Carrie and her husband often to make their stay enjoyable and made efforts to fix their concerns. I thought we left on good terms. It is a cozy cottage in Northern Michigan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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