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Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake

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Waterfront with dock. Sandy bottom
Exterior detail
Entry
Outdoor dining
Grill and plentiful seating

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

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McMillan, MI
  • Place, South Manistique Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, East Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennedy Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bunk bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake

Our 'Cozy Cottage' is the quintessential UP knotty pine cottage. Quaint and cozy and right on the east shore of Big Manistique Lake, It's the perfect place to enjoy all that Michigan's 4 seasons have to offer. Cozy Cottage is centrally located in the eastern UP so many of the favorite attractions are within an hours drive.

If you're just looking for a place to relax and enjoy the lake, Cozy Cottage has a lakefront deck with ample seating, an outdoor table for dining, and a gas BBQ. There is a fire pit just feet from the shoreline for spectacular sunset views, and there is a stone fireplace inside.

Cozy Cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The cottage has a well equipped kitchen that includes a coffee pot, toaster, crock pot, air fryer, griddle and Ninja blender. We have a Reverse Osmosis drinking water system so you don't need to buy bottled water. Full dinnerware is supplied. The spacious dining room seats 6. All bed linens and bath towels are provided as well as all paper products. You will need to bring your own beach towels.
We have the Highline Fiber Optics so you’ll have excellent TV viewing in the living room and both bedrooms, and great WIFI for your phones and computers.

We have a dock if you're bringing a boat and we are only 500 feet away from a public launch. Our lot is private to the road and there is space to park your trailers behind the garage. We have 3 kayaks available for guest use and we provide the lifejackets. There are 2 tubs of kiddie beach toys too!

If you're visiting in the winter, there is a lean to off the garage for your snow machines. Groomed trails are just a few miles away. Ice fishing is right outside your door and dog sledding is available near Newberry!

We love our Cozy Cottage and have vacationed here ourselves before we bought it. We hope you will love it too!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Important information

You need to know

Property # 2049603vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 first aid kit

About the area

McMillan

Located in McMillan, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seney National Wildlife Refuge and South Manistique Lake, while Luce County Historical Museum and Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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McMillan, MI

What's nearby

  • South Manistique Lake - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • East Lake - 14 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Kennedy Lake - 17 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Kaks Lake - 19 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 23 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shipwreck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tally Ho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chamberlain Ole Forest Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪B-Grand Coffee Bar & Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stamper's Northern Lakes Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

As of 1 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake on 20 Sept 2026 start from £145, 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 Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from South Manistique Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mitten Lake and East Lake. Stuart Lake and Kennedy Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just beautiful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Great place to stay with the family!

The cabin was great, perfect place to stay for a long weekend of snowmobiling with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cozy Cottage is all it says and more!!! Beautiful peaceful retreat if you need quiet, fishing destination, summer lake fun for the family.....its the place!! And the sunsets are magical!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your great review! We're so happy your family has enjoyed your stays at Cozy Cottage. We appreciate your continued patronage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cottage on a large lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review! We're very happy your family enjoyed your stay! We see you just booked again for next year, your 5th stay! We really appreciate your continued support of our Cozy Cottage!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Very nice cabin - clean, comfortable and well maintained. Our family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay could not have been more perfect and charming. We were so comfortable and taken by the serenity of both the surroundings and the care put into the property.One of my best rental stays ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thank you for the great review! We are so happy that you both enjoyed your stay! 'Charming', I love that!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage lived up to its name, truly a cozy cottage! Everything was very clean inside and out. The lake had good fishing, easy access just 3 lots down. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay at Cozy Cottage! We're glad you'll have good memories of such a special time! I think you were our first honeymooners!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Love this location!

Nice little place on a big lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review! We look forward to hosting you again next year! We appreciate your repeat business!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson G.

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

UP adventures

Great location, lake is beautiful and cottage is perfect for small families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy that your family enjoyed staying at the cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply wonderful! Beautiful cottage, fully stocked with everything you could think of!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thank you for the great review! So happy to hear your family enjoyed your stay and found our cottage so accommodating! Thank you for rebooking your future visits!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our UP trip. Easy access to some many UP highlights or a great place to just sit back and relax. The kayaks were a great addition too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2025
Thank you for the great review! We know you came a long way so we’re extra happy you had a good time! We hope you can make it back sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Awesome peaceful cabin

Loved the location and comfort of the cabin! It truly was cozy and a a great location for UP day adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay at the Cozy Cabin. Mike & Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a hidden GEM!!!!! I have been vacationing in curtis for years and now that i have found this place i will not stay anywhere else! The hosts were MORE than accommodating with a special request we had. We are very thankful for their flexibility. We are looking forward to visiting again this summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have been better. Beyond excellent. We have rented many cottages over the years and this was the best--great bed, well stocked, and so comfortable. Truly a find!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thank you for the awesome review! We're happy to know we met, and hopefully exceeded, your expectations! We would love to host you again if you come back to the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

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

Great Stay!

What a peaceful, scenic setting! The lake is beautiful- very shallow and no weeds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to have you stay at the Cozy Cottage next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

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

Cute clean cabin

We enjoyed our stay here; the cabin was clean and well-stocked. Quiet area and beautiful lake. Good wifi. The host was helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2025
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Guest satisfaction is always our #1 priority! Hope you can visit us again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Cozy Cottage could not have been better. Our hosts were great at communicating with us and even made sure it was easy for us to get into the cottage since it was pouring rain when we arrived. The cottage was spotless, and the BEST stocked VRBO we have stayed in. There were so many thoughtful touches that helped us to feel right at home and made the stay even better! I would definitely recommend staying here and can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2025
Thank you for the awesome review! We're thrilled that your family had such a great time at Cozy Cottage! We try to make it easy for people to come and just have a good time! We would be honored to host your family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Fun Stay

Great overall experience. Easy to talk to and get ahold of and cozy cabin worth the drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

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

Beautiful Quiet Cottage

This is our 4th time staying at the cozy cottage and we just love it here. The property is beautifully maintained and located lakefront. It’s our favorite place to just come and relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so grateful for your repeated patronage! You have been awesome guests and we welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Very Cozy Cottage!

Love the area! Good location. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Very happy that you enjoyed your stay here at the Cozy! Mike & Diane New owners as of 8/14 /23
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha K.

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

Outstanding little cottage!

We absolutely loved it. So cozy, everything is so well thought off, perfectly stocked with all kinds of utensils and necessities. Lovely view of the lake and great location central to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Cozy Cottage is right!

We couldn't have picked a better spot for our UP adventure! From kayaking and casting off the dock to board games after dinner, my family found the Cozy Cottage to be a great home base to come back to after rock hounding on the various UP beaches every day. We had everything we needed right there and the accommodations were very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves visiting the UP again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy your family had such a great time! Hope you found some special mementos of your trip on the beaches!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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

Beautiful Cottage

Myself and a friend visited the cottage over Thanksgiving and it could not have been more perfect. Clean cabin, kitchen very well stocked, good size bedrooms, and a breathtaking view of the water. Will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2020
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank-you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Cozy, quiet, comfortable & lovely.

Perfect locstion and property for a peaceful wonderful time enjoying the lake, the wildlife and the wonderful UP of MI.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Cozy just like the description

Very clean and cozy. One of the most stocked cabins we’ve stayed at. We stayed in February and the lake view was magnificent. Lots to do in the area if you're adventurous. This one will be on our summer vacation lists.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thank you for your great review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and were able to have some winter fun! It would be our pleasure to host you again!

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