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Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2625 sq ft
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Free Soil, MI
- Place, Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness10 min walk
- Place, Hamlin Lake16 min walk
- Place, Ludington Waterfront Park40 min drive
- Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge
Come enjoy our like NEW cottage nestled in the Manistee National Forest on the north shore, sunny side, of upper Hamlin Lake. As you travel down the last 5 miles of the wooded gravel road, you won't see any houses, just an occasional deer, opossum, raccoon, porcupine or squirrel. Nature at its finest. The cottage was built in the 1940’s and has been totally renovated/updated inside and out. The furnishings, cabinets, appliances, linens, etc. are all like new and are still very neat, CLEAN, disinfectected after each visitor, and well maintained. You will enjoy a panoramic view of the entire upper lake and awesome sunsets over the dunes right from your deck or the shore. Fishing is great right off the 40 ft dock where you can also tie up your boat. Docks removed mid September. Boating, swimming, skiing, hiking, wine tasting, and other fun activities are waiting just for you! There is also a shared lakeside firepit. Lake Michigan is minutes away for an afternoon picnic or swim. Golfing at some of the state's finest courses is close by. Or, for those who like more physical activity, bring your bikes for riding on the miles of trails in the National Forest. Or, if you prefer, bring a good book to read while sipping on your favorite beverage in a lounge chair by the lake! If you are looking for 2 cottages in close proximity (200 feet apart), this cottage sleeps 2 adults and The Shadows on Hamlin Lake #1 sleeps 3 adults! (See VRBO listing #236973.) Great for friends and/or families who like to vacation together but sleep/stay in different quarters. It all awaits you at The Shadows on Hamlin Lake #2. We live on the property, adjacent to this cottage which is approximately 20 feet from the waters edge. Because it is so close to the lake, we provide you with a garden cart to take your belongs to the cottage, as you cannot drive to your back door. You may hear the water lapping on the break wall or on the attached boathouse wall. For some this may be a relaxing, soothing sound. For others……. Cottage is located 5.5 miles down a gravel road. Children 16 years and older welcome. NO ANIMALS/PETS. No contact checkin but available by cell 24/7. Keys on kitchen table, door unlocked for your arrival.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
16 minimum age required
Events
No events allowed
Please inform us of any visitors
Pets
No pets allowed
NO PETS
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave bed unmade. Key on kitchen table. Have a safe trip home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: Please inform us of any visitors
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Free Soil
Located in Free Soil, this cottage is on the waterfront. Manistee National Golf Course and Hemlock Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Douglas Park and Amber Elk Ranch. West Michigan Fairgrounds and Sandcastles Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Free Soil, MI
What's nearby
- Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Hamlin Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Little River Casino - 40 min drive - 39.6 km
- Ludington Waterfront Park - 40 min drive - 47.1 km
- S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 41 min drive - 47.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Perch At Hobby Crest - 44 min drive
- Barnhart's Marina Resort - 43 min drive
- Ma and Pa's Gluten Free Cafe & Mini Golf - 20 min drive
- Coastal Spirits - 37 min drive
- Goodtime Charlie's - 35 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jill and Joel B.
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Jill and Joel B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anthony L.
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anthony L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna W.
14 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julia G.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage
Julia G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
10 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Stephanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
thomas d.
6 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
thomas d.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jayson W.
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and host
Jayson W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little Oasis
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place to stay.
Linda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karin M.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of Heaven
Karin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Cindy D.
5 Jun 2017
Very clean cottages, friendly and helpful hosts. Quiet and secluded- perfect for us. Thank you!ver
Cindy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Shelly B.
6 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place, every detail taken care of, couldn’t ask for anything better!
Shelly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven C.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Steven C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
David M.
1 Sept 2018
Beautiful!
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
wally g.
29 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A Happy Place
wally g.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn S.
6 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible sunset
Marilyn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
19 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hamlin kake
Richard H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tim D.
11 Oct 2017
Very nice and clean
Tim D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jim M.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but Wonderful
Jim M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chuck E.
15 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT escape to relax and rejuvenate
Chuck E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Craig E.
13 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truely Pure Michigan
Craig E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ronda K.
13 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on Hamlin
Ronda K.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Deb Hulst
My family came here for summer vacations from Chicago starting in the 1930's. When I was born, we moved here. We lived here year round until I was 12 years old then we moved to GR, MI. So it went back to being a cottage for weekends and vacations. I moved back with my husband and daughter in 2000. Decided in 2009 that it was time to share this beautiful spot with others.
Why they chose this property
My Grandparents chose this perfect location, out of the winter's cold winds, but basking in the summer breezes, set deep in the Manistee National Forest, very private, quiet and serene. So different from Chicago where they came from!
What makes this property unique
Ability to be part of nature, hummingbirds are fed on the property, pileated woodpeckers also dot the forest, the peace and quiet from the city hustle and bustle.
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