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Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath

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A house with a large deck leading to a dock over water, surrounded by a lawn and trees.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a lake, a cozy couch, and a fan.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a television, and a fireplace.
A residential property with a well-maintained lawn, a winding pathway, and a small garden area with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Missaukee

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Lake City, MI
  • Place, Lake Missaukee
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maple Grove Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Miltner Park
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Great Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Lake City

Located in Lake City, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Missaukee Golf Club and McGuire's Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Missaukee and Maple Grove Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Lake City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Missaukee - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Maple Grove Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Miltner Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Cadillac - 17 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 40 min drive - 67.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lake City Taphouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bowright Whiskey Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Missaukee with Dock, Hoist, Sandy Beach and Fabulous Sunsets - 2 Bath located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake City cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Missaukee, Miltner Park and Maple Grove Park. Missaukee Golf Club and Lake Sapphire 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. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communicationvery clean and well maintained quiet setting with great sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
We appreciate your kind response and look forward to hosting you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole place looks like someone genuinely cares about this home. This is a place where you are so close to the water when sitting on the recliner in the living room you can feel the breeze from the lake. The beach is well take care of, the dock is lovely, and there is not much left to ask for in a lake home.Dales is a gracious host who loves to be helpful and make you feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you for your excellent review! We are glad you felt at home.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the third year we’ve stayed at this property. The Ruperts are very easy to work with and communication is excellent. They’re very nice people. The home is well furnished and accommodates multiple guests. We really appreciate the boat lift at the end of the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you for giving us another opportunity to host your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Possibly best lake house I've rented in the 6-8 places that I've rented in the past. Very good kitchen for those that like to cook in. No need to bring knives and skillets, which I tend to do but here, there is no need. Good quality cookware and knives. good location on the lake for wading and fishing. The town is great. I've been a fan of Lake City for close to 20 years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you, Jim, for such a fine review! We're glad your family enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This was an excellent rental.

Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you Marcia. You were wonderful guests and hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation Paradise

The lake, lake house, location and people are wonderful. When the weather was iffy for swimming there are several places to explore within 1-2 hours drive. My family loved this place and will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had another wonderful vacation week at the cottage. Everything is in great condition and the cottage is equipped with anything you may need. Beautiful setting and outdoor area. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
Thank you, Jodi! We were pleased to host you again and look forward to future visits. We appreciate your kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

We had a wonderful week at the cottage! The kitchen was well stocked with everything you may need, beds are comfortable and there is plenty of space. The beach was great and we especially enjoyed the patio and chairs at the end of the dock for watching sunsets. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
We are so pleased you enjoyed your week and look forward to hosting your family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Vacation 2019

We had a great time at Lake Missaukee! The lake is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for families with kids with it's sandy beaches and shallow water. We enjoyed the sandbar a few days as well and campfires by the water. The house was a good size for our two families and was very clean and nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are so glad your families enjoyed themselves and look forward to hosting you in the future. You were wonderful guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Missaukee Stay

This property is very nice all around. Plenty of room for everyone. The beach is one of the best swimming areas I've ever seen. Sandy and shallow all the way out past the dock. Owners we're very accessible and easy to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you James. We hope to host you again! You were wonderful guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

The Rupert’s are great to work with. Their property manager Georgia was also great. There was nothing that we couldn’t find or want in the house. We cooked several meals there. As listed, there is no air conditioning, but the Ruperts provide multiple fans in all rooms. Two days were uncomfortable (in 90’s, but it has been a hot summer). We had a great week overall. Good fishing and swimming
Hog tator
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again! Thank you for the kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

We had a wonderful week enjoying all the cottage had to offer! The kitchen was well stocked and all of the details were thought of to make your stay a great experience. There was plenty of seating, the beds were comfortable, and the lake views were incredible! We loved the outside patio set and the chairs on the dock to take in the beautiful sunsets. The owners and property manager were great communicators and made sure you had everything you needed. Can’t say enough good things and hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you for your kind review! We were happy to host you and glad you enjoyed the cottage. Hope to see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels Just Like Home

This property immediately felt comfortable and like home to our family. Amazing sunsets, beach and water were perfect and those breezes at night for sleeping-Ahhh-mazing! We love to cook and didn’t need any kitchen supplies because it was so well stocked with pans, knives, utensils, etc. We loved everything about this vacation home and Lake City and the owners were simply a pleasure to work with. Looking forward to more time spent here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you for your kind review, and we are pleased your family felt at home! We would be delighted to host your family in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As advertised…. Beautiful and access to everything

This was our 16th year staying at Lake Missaukee a week in the summer, but our first time at this location. Our kids are bigger and need more space, and I loved that even with the 3 bedrooms there were at least 3 couches that anyone could crash out on if they didn’t want to share. This house was beautiful, very clean, everything worked as expected and we were so comfortable. Also a perk that we didn’t have to bring our own bath towels and could do laundry! Very happy guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
We are happy to know you were comfortable and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage!

We had a wonderful time at this gorgeous cottage on Lake Missaukee. The cottage had all of the amenities we needed and extras. The boat lift was so nice to have. Beautiful sunsets, gorgeous gardens throughout the property. We fished every day and caught lots of keepers. When we had some minor concerns, the property manager and owner tended to them right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
We are happy you had a memorable vacation and appreciate your kind words! We would welcome you as return guests. When concerns do arise, we strive to address them promptly so our guests can enjoy a stress-free week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Multigenerational Beach Cottage

Perfect-and as described. The kitchen had everything imaginable for a full week of Pandemic home cooking.. The great room looks out over the lake and even those who had to work found it relaxing. The WiFi is reliable. Most of all, the soft sandy beach with vintage construction toys was a hit with our 5year old grandson. The dock was wonderful, especially for star gazing. The owners are hospitable and responsive. We’d hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you so very much for your detailed review! We're so pleased all generations' hopes were attained, and would happily host your family in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week!

Our family has been staying in Lake city for over 10 years at different rental properties. The Rupert‘s property was a treasure. The cottage had everything we needed and/or wanted. The house is clean and roomy. The gardens are beautiful. And you can enjoy a sunset every night from the dock, beach, or yard. The boatlift was an absolute bonus. We didn’t have to worry about our boat banging into the dock during the storm we experienced mid week. Thank you Rupert Family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you very much for your kind words! We were happy to host your family and look forward to doing so again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and relaxation

This is the second time we have done a family vacation here. Just like behavior we had the best time. The beach and water are so beautiful. The house is perfect for larger families with giving everyone a little space but still feels cozy! We LOVE it! Not to mention you get the best sunsets. The property is very well taken care. The owners are wonderful and really want to make sure you enjoy your time and attentive to any needs that come up. They have an awesome property manager as well who is accessible for any concerns! We have made some many great memories there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Jenni, we are so glad you have once again enjoyed being our guests, and look forward to hosting you in the future. Thank you for all the kind words.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Nice home but you will be watched!

The house is spacious, clean, well maintained with gorgeous views of the lake! Lake Missaukee is a spectacular shallow, clear, sandy bottom lake that is wonderful for small children. While the house and lake exceeded our expectations, the overall feeling of our trip was unfortunately dampened by a call from the owner's wife on our 3rd day. She stated that there was a complaint that we were up the previous evening playing a board-game inside the house and listening to music at 2AM. She also went on to reprimand me about the bonfire we had on the beach on Saturday and she continued by making accusations about the number of people we had staying there and sternly reminded me that this is a family atmosphere. This is our one family vacation we get every year. It's a tradition we've held for the past 12+ years that we vacation with my brother and his family. We all have young children that are making memories together as cousins. We have stayed many places & have never received complaints. It's true that the adults were still up at 2AM playing a board-game with moderate music playing utilizing a portable 6 inch speaker. We were enjoying ourselves & laughing, but our children were all asleep directly through the hallway bedroom with the door wide open & not one of them ever woke up. I'm not sure if I was more disturbed by the scolding tone of her call (I am 50 years old) or the fact that neighbors were obviously watching us to know these details. We constantly felt like we were being watched & reported on and it set a very melancholy tone for the remainder of the stay. We felt compelled to draw the shades and remind our young children to be quiet. Not really our idea of a vacation. The bonfire issue was a miscommunication as we diligently tried to follow the rules stating the fire must be on the beach. We used the fire ring but failed to realize the grill was also required as it was in a separate area & not mentioned. Once explained, I apologized and we corrected our mistake. Again, how did they know these details? Feeling watched & like our every move was being scrutinized. We did not have more people than our contract stated - I'm not sure why she kept asking me that in a very accusatory tone. I hope the owners remember that the people paying to stay here are on vacation and may not go to bed with the sun. A little kindness goes a long way & your approach & demeanor can change outcomes and experiences. I hope this outlines areas for improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks for your feedback. Feedback is important to us as an opportunity to continuously improve our service. Here are the circumstances that were presented to us as hosts. We fully understand that vacations are meant to be fun and that you won't go to bed with the sun; however, we have to respond when we receive calls from families on both sides of the cottage complaining about noise at 2 am and being awakened from their sleep. The specifics were unsolicited by us and communicated to us by the families. One of the neighbors did also notice the bonfire directly on the beach sand and mentioned it when calling about the noise. In our contract, we make it clear to use the fire pit only on the beach and not to get any ashes on the sand. The reason we do this is because the ash turns the sand black and dirty. We like to keep the beach as clean as possible for all our guests. As is our standard setup, all three parts (base, circular screen and lid) were easily located on the beach. By no means do we instruct or employ our neighbors to keep watch, and of course we don't want any guests to feel this way, but when we receive valid complaints, we do need to respond. When we called to alert the guests to these issues, we simply requested they keep the noise down and reminded them of the rules regarding the fire pit. We understand that receiving a call like this can put a damper on a vacation and in this case be perceived as being accusatory. We would prefer not to have to make these types of calls. We want our guests to have fun and fully enjoy our home and Lake Missaukee. We feel that we responded to the issues as best as we could and remained professional. Thank you for respecting our home and leaving the cottage nicely picked up. We hope to have you return as guests next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property wonderful lake!!! Everybody including the neighbors were super nice!

Wonderful lake wonderful area. House was perfect and very comfortable. Nice and quiet for us
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake house.

This was exactly what we were looking for. Weather was great and the location and beach were perfect for our kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We're so glad you throughly enjoyed your stay and we look forward to being your Lake City hosts in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Life

Nice, roomy lake house. Three bedrooms and to baths were well appointed and functional. Kitchen was great and large living / den were excellent for the kids to get away from the adults on a rainy day. Patio, courtyard, grill area and beach were all very nice and as private as lake houses can be. Owner did a nice job with the little things. Hammock, lawn chairs, hot dog sticks, extra firewood and kitchen needs. Overall nice place and the lake quality, dock and boat lift were an added bonus. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to host you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

July Summer Vacation 2020

Wife experience: Accommodations were great. Lake was excellent. Swimming was good. Would have really enjoyed fishing if we had been able to rent a pontoon. Dan’s experience: Owners were very easy to communicate with. The cottage fit all our needs for the eight of us. ( 4 adults, 2 nine-year-olds, and 2 four year-olds). Plenty of space. Everyone enjoyed the sandy bottom lake way past the 110 ft dock. We were not able to rent a pontoon which we do every year in our annual family vacation. Mainly because marinas didn’t want to deliver to Lake Missaukee and partially because of not knowing what Restrictions MI Governor had put in place because of the pandemic this year. Overall I highly recommend the cottage but it would have been so much better with a boat for fishing and cruising on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We’re pleased that you found our cottage accommodations and lake front to be excellent. The shallow sandy lake bottom is indeed great for the kids and swimming. We do hold the communications with our guests to be a top priority. Regarding a pontoon boat it is too bad you were not able to find a pontoon rental with delivery to the lake. Next year if you have a hitch you could trailer a pontoon from a boat rental to the lake. We have the grass lot in the back for parking a trailer. Hope to have you next year as guests again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation Rental

Everything was great from start to finish. Communication with the owners was very timely and helpful for any questions. The house was very nice and spacious. Not to mention the location and view. Nice sandy beach for kids to play with shallow water for little ones. We loved our time and hope to go back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and look forward to your future visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Loved the Beach!

Pros: Beautiful, clean, sandy beach! Kayaks, row boat, beach toys all provided! Gorgeous sunsets every night. Very convenient to have your own private beach area a few steps from the house. You're able to walk along the shore and even into town. Good restaurants - Tasty Treat Ice cream gives HUGE portions so order wisely! We loved Herraduras Mexican Grill in Cadillac. Lake City Tap House in Lake City had good food, karaoke one night and a DJ another night. Clam Lake Beer Co in Cadillac had amazing quesadillas! It was very easy to contact Georgia and Patti if we had any questions. They always responded quickly. The neighbors were all very friendly. Middle Ground: Shallow beach which was great for our 2 yr old to play but it made fishing and swimming for adults more difficult. We really appreciated all of the toys provided at the house but there was not a lot of extra room to put our clothes because the dresser was full of toys. It would have been nice to be able to unpack the suitcases for our week long stay. Cons: DVD player was not set up (we brought cords for a portable DVD player that we were able to use in order to make it work) but it would have been nice to have it already set up and ready for use. We had a few very windy and cold days for the beach! (middle of July we were not expecting 75 degree weather) but that's obviously out of everyone's control. Georgia said that is irregular for weather for July. Just be prepared to check the weather and bring appropriate clothes. Overall we LOVED our stay here and all felt that Lake Missaukee is a hidden gem. We definitely plan to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you for the review. You were great guests and we would be pleased to host you again. Our apologies for the DVD player not working and we will make sure it is in working order. We look forward to hearing from you in the coming years!
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