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Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan

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The Cabin on Cathead Bay
The Cabin on Cathead Bay
As you arrive
Nestled in the woods at the tip of Leelanau county.
Ready for grill'n.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan

This unique two bedroom cabin is like nothing you've ever seen or stayed at before. Located in the woods at the tip of Leelanau County, it lies on the shores of beautiful Cathead Bay - a natural, pristine, sandy bay with shallow water for great swimming, kayaking, and water sports. This is the getaway location with access to an inland lake for fishing, bird watching, and hiking. Miles of uninterrupted beach makes for pleasant walks searching for Petoskey stones or enjoying the ever changing shoreline, natural dunes, and area wildlife.

This distinctive cabin sleeps 4 with two Queen Beds. It includes a fire-pit, gas-grill, and an open deck that allows for awesome sunrises, sunsets, and star-gazing. Don't let your fantastic 'Up North' experience end with summer. This area is well known for its spectacular Fall Color Tour. You can enjoy being in the center of the amazing color changes with biking, golfing, hiking and wine tasting.

The Cabin at Cathead Bay is a place to take you 'Off The Grid' and enjoy a peaceful, affordable get away.

NOTE: From June through Mid-September, the Cabin on Cathead Bay is only rented on a weekly basis from Sunday to Sunday. For reserving during this time, please indicate your Sunday to Sunday dates on your booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 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

Damage Deposit will be forfieted if violated.

Refer to Rental Agreement and Rules for specifics on Cancellation Policy.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 434040vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Northport

Located in Northport, this cabin is on the beach. Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery and Nathaniel Rose Wine 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 Leelanau State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Northport, MI

What's nearby

  • Christmas Cove Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Christmas Cove Farms - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Willowbrook Mill - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Leelanau State Park - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Peterson Park - 14 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Northport Pub & Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yard & Lake - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Barb's Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fingers Crossed - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan on 10 Jun 2026 start from £222, 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 Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Cabin with Private Beach on Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Northport cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Christmas Cove Farms. Christmas Cove Beach and Peterson Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming - secluded, just what we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found this listing over a year ago and have anticipated our stay. It, and our hosts, exceeded our expectations. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanford W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

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

Great Lakeshore cottage!

Great location, beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanford W.

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

Quiet retreat

Quiet, peaceful, relaxing, and beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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

A Northern Oasis

The Cabin at Cathead Bay is a wonderful oasis on Lake Michigan. The view is fabulous and the cabin is comfortable. If you're looking for a quiet retreat, this is your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Cottage was very clean and in a lovely spot. Communication seemed difficult.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanford W.

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

Perfect for us

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Absolutely beautiful setting with great accommodations. Thank you to Cynthia and Kevin for providing a piece of paradise for others to experience. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Perfect beach getaway

Cozy, clean and every detail considered. Daily beach walks; cooking great meals supplied from local markets; and relaxing. Brought good book for downtime. Will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Always perfect

We've been coming here for many years because of the beauty of the location and cleanliness/convenience of the cabin. The hosts are always super easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Amazing location!

Amazing location, gorgeous private Sandy beach. The little cottage is very clean and comfortable. The hosts were nice and very helpful. This place is now our favorite get away. Hope we can return next year. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

Top of the Mitten

Beautiful beach. Rock hunting was great. We had the beach to ourselves most of the time. Lots of stairs inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Paradise

The hosts have thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable. The beach is the best. We really didn't go anywhere else this trip. Just relaxed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Beach Paradise

Neat clean with every detail considered. Excellent place to stay for a total getaway. And, did I mention, it's ON THE BEACH. Twice daily walks and relaxing in between. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cabin on Cathead Bay is a beautiful property with much to recommend it. We were looking for a relaxed setting, plenty of privacy and the feeling of being surrounded by nature, all of which we had in abundance. And what to say of the view? Simply spectacular!The kind and helpful hosts have thought of everything to make a stay at the cabin cozy and comfortable, and we felt no need to go anywhere else. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again someday soon. Thank you so much!Jeff and Barbara W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

Fantastic Getaway

What a charming cottage with a view of Lake Michigan that is breathtaking. All aspects of this cabin rental exceeded our expectations. Super clean, well furnished and stocked with all the needed accessories. Cynthia & Kevin's attention to details make this rental experience exceptional and unforgettable. Thank You - we hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Small but Lovely

The cabin is in a lovely spot on Lake Michigan. The beach is beautiful. The large windows allow a spectacular view. The cabin is clean, attractive and very well kept. We all would prefer some covering for bedroom and bathroom windows. But we very much enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E Kay V.

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

Serenity and a whole lot of fun

Beautiful cottage. Gorgeous (private) beach. Pretty spectacular. The location is grand... fun little resort towns close by. Vineyards and wineries, too. But most of all... it's the beach. And the water. Cathead Bay on Lake Michigan is something else. And the owners are super nice, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Our second stay at The Cabin

The weather was challenging for the first ten days on this our second stay here. Even so it was fun to sit in front of the picture windows and watch the storms move across Lake Michigan. Then the weather changed and it was even more fun. this is a fabulous location.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Joel R.

Cant beat the View

I really liked the location of this place. The view is unbeatable. I liked the beach a lot as well. It is about a 3/4 miles if that to the east for the state park. We made the walk many times and found many stones. Peterson Park is right around the corner along with Christmas cove. One down fall was the mosquitoes but not the owners fault. Cabin could use a full size fridge. I came with me wife and two children. I would consider rerenting but at a later date without the kids. Cynthia was easy to deal with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Cathead Bay Happy Place

This truly unique cabin directly on Cathead Bay of Lake Michigan is a one of a kind vacation opportunity! This vacation home is as close to the beach as you can get without being on it. The quiet, private beach is conducive to long leisurely walks while frequently being distracted by the next pretty stone on the sand. The cabin itself is always spotless (my wife and I have stayed there several times), comfortable and well stocked with everything needed to enjoy this corner of paradise. The nice pair of binoculars were very valuable to keep tabs on the frequent wildlife sightings, sail boats as well as the occasional ship passing in the distance. All of this is greatly enhanced by large picture windows across the entire beach side of the cabin. The panoramic views of Cathead Bay and beyond are changing constantly and never get old. In short, there is nothing I would change about this amazing cabin. It has become a true happy place for us and many others who have had the great fortune to stay there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanford W.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Peaceful, relaxing, rejuvenating time in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Northern Michigan Paradise

Cozy cottage on an amazing beach. All needs provided and perfectly clean. Great owners. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon Y.

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

Amazing location on Cathead Bay!

The cabin is right on Cathead Bay with fantastic views. The beach is sandy and there’s plenty of privacy. The deck provides amazing views of Cathead Bay. Truly a breathtaking place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Cathead Cabin Escape

My wife and I have stayed at the cabin annually for the last 5 years. Our first impressions of this property were that we had stumbled onto a little piece of heaven. Our opinions have not changed. The cabin is unique, comfortable, consistently clean inside and out with a to die for view of Cathead Bay from the deck or through two huge picture windows. Miles of walkable beach are steps away with more than enough petoskey stones and other beach treasures to make the beautiful walk even more interesting. Every year we return there are additional upgrades to an already well equipped rental. This cabin has, without a doubt, become our favorite get away from it all vacation destination. It is in fact a piece of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Jackson

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Why they chose this property

This lakefront property was purchased in the early 1900's by the Bradley family and passed down to the current owner. The cabin was started in 1968 and became a summer working project for the entire family.

What makes this property unique

Clear days provide views of both North and South Fox Islands. Mackinac sailboats can be seen during the annual race. Not uncommon for sailboats to anchor in the bay overnight. Light from the Lighthouse can be seen at night along with excellent star gazing. This property has the best section of beach on Cathead Bay!

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