Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan

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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of the ocean.
A house with a porch, a pathway leading to it, and a starry night sky.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, a patterned rug, and a hanging light fixture.
A child's bedroom with a wooden crib, two bean bag chairs, a colorful quilt, and a 'LAKEHOUSE' sign on the wall.
A living room with a dining area, a sofa, a chair, a rug, and a staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • 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 Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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St. Ignace, MI
  • Place, Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinac Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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  • Washing machine
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
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About the area

St Ignace

St Ignace is home to this holiday home. Father Marquette National Memorial and Fort de Baude Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Straits State Park. Totem Village and Deer Ranch are also worth visiting.
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St. Ignace, MI

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 18 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 52 min drive - 74.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Octagon Beach House Enjoy a tranquil getaway w/private beach on Lake Michigan located?

Situated in St Ignace, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan, Totem Village and Lake Huron. Deer Ranch and St. Ignace Golf and Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 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. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Close to everything and very secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a pleasant stay with a beautiful view The house was clean and had everything we needed. Close and convenient to good food and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay and can not wait to return. Good water shoes are an absolute must.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the lake. Far enough away from a lot of people, but a short 5-7 minute drive down town. Great for milky way photography. The house was cozy and had everything we needed, plus more! Central to a lot of popular sites
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were hesitant at first, but pleasantly pleased after our stay here at the Octagon House. We found lots of supplies, dry goods and towels and enough USB ports for all 5 of us. The rocky beach gave up lots of treasures and the views were beautiful! Make this a must stay again! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third year staying here and it was amazing as usual! I appreciate the updates being made each year- we really enjoyed the fire pit closer to the house the year and the updated view through the trees of the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came back for a second year and have already booked again for a third! Our family adores this house and every time the kids ask if we can live there forever I can not say enough good things about this property. The house is perfect size for our family and is so well stocked with all the staples you need. The lake front and views are just awesome. We love the private wooded feel, with proximity to restaurants and shops. Literally the perfect vacation house and the owner is super responsive, 100% recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and amazing house. Will be back to stay again. Great communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. This is a beautiful property. There are a lot of mosquitos outside though. Bring bug spray if you are going to be spending a lot of time outside here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great stay

This property was really nice. Perfect for a relaxing get away. Felt secluded and private without being too far away from town.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Trip

Great location and access to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time staying at the Octagon house! We chose it because we planned to do the Mackinaw Bridge Walk on Labor Day, and it was a very convenient location on the water, but it ended up being so much more. We roasted marshmallows over the fire, played cornhole, read and relaxed on the deck watching freighters go by, and spent hours skipping rocks on the beach. We also brought our kayaks and paddle boards and enjoyed using them as well. We had fun exploring downtown Saint Ignace (highly recommend Salty Mac Brewing Company pizza), Mackinaw City, and Mackinac Island (we took the Sheppler 9:00am ferry that took us under the bridge). And of course, we completed the bridge walk! It was an amazing experience shared with about 34,000 other people. Stephanie was an amazing host and gave us tons of helpful information about the bridge walk before we even arrived. Our entire family (which includes adult children) had a fantastic time during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at the blue octagon house! The location of this house to the water and town cannot be beat. Stephanie was a great host again and we look forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day Getaway

Was beautifully located in a private setting. Home was clean and cozy. Truly enjoyed the stay and will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

loved it! Place is just out far enough, Clean, everything at our fingertips, we all enjoyed this space immensely! We'll be back again, thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was picture perfect. A beach house with a woodsy feel. Only one suggestion: don't wear socks on the steps. Very polished and very slippery. My husband (the floor covering guy) said they needed safety strips to prevent falling. We will be returning. Thank you! Maryann
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy family getaway

This place was so cute and cozy. We loved the private beach. That's what sold us on booking this house. We spent so much time sitting out by the water. It was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this location! The house was adorable, clean and had everything we needed. It was right on a rocky beach and we could see the Mackinac Bridge if you walk out a short distance. Town and ferry were nearby. Thank you to the host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay in a beautiful location!

I can't say enough about this place! It was super cute and comfortable. The location feels secluded but is onlyminutes to St. Ignace. The house was well stocked and was as advertised. Our family had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was more than what i expected. It was was cozy and had great views. I would definitely come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great family vacation spot. We loved the privacy and the beach view! It was too cold to swim the week we were there, but we enjoyed the sunsets and walks along the shoreline. The cottage is clean and comfortable. The internet was great, very fast and reliable. I highly recommend the Octagon Beach House.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just a wonderful relaxing place. No complaints at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mackinaw Island trip

Very comfortable and cozy home. It had everything we needed. We loved the location right on the shore. Beautiful sunsets and moon rises. Convenient location to all the attractions we wanted to see.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private. Very close to beach. Had everything we need! Very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved staying at this home and plan to return again next year! The kids (and myself) wanted to never leave. It was so peaceful and the water was amazing and crystal clear, we swam everyday. The owners thoughtfully stocked the house with everything you would need. Our kids especially loved the loft room and all the toys they had available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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