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Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake

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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, fireplace, dining area, and kitchen in the background.
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stainless steel sink, and a gas stove.
A living room with a sofa, two blue cushions, a patterned rug, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and appliances, and a sliding door leading to another room.
A small, single-story house with a red roof and blue siding, featuring a porch with two chairs and a table, surrounded by a well-maintained garden.
A covered outdoor seating area with two chairs, a table, and a decorative vase.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Tucked in the countryside, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy activities like tubing, windsurfing, and birdwatching nearby. The outdoor patio provides a space to relax, while golf options are available nearby for sports enthusiasts. Visit Summit Township Park and Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery for local attractions.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ludington, MI
  • Place, Summit Township Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake

Perfectly located between Ludington and Pentwater and directly across the street from Lake Michigan, "Freshwater Cottage" is a large cottage featuring two suites with individual kitchens and bathrooms adjoined by a large breezeway and sleeps up to 8 guests. When you book this unique cottage, with a distant view of Lake Michigan, you will have full use of the entire cottage and both suites. The suites are not rented out separately, so you will have the entire cottage to yourself. Suite One offers one bedroom with a queen bed, full bathroom, fully functional kitchen, living room with sleeper sofa, dining area, and electric fireplace. Suite Two is a studio with a queen bed and sleeper sofa in the living area and offers a fully functional kitchen, full bathroom and dining area. Additionally, each suite offers a Smart TV and WiFi.

Freshwater Cottage is set on a large private lot offering an abundance of yard space and a turnaround driveway, with plenty of parking for vehicles, RVs and boat trailers. This quiet location is perfect for enjoying outside activities while taking in the surrounding nature. Enjoy peaceful moments gathered on the covered patio while grilling your catch of the day, or beautiful northern Michigan evenings around the fire pit. On rainy afternoons, you will find the 3 seasons sunporch an ideal spot to keep you connected to the great outdoors while being out of the elements.

Freshwater Cottage is the perfect location for close water access and is next to Bortell's. It's only a 5 minute walk to Summit Park which offers a public beach on Lake Michigan, picnic area, tennis and basketball courts, and playground. You'll find this beach perfect for strolling along the picturesque lakeshore, combing for unique rocks and beach glass and taking in the gorgeous sunset. Buttersville Beach and the South Pier are also only minutes away by car with Lake Michigan Beach access for passing the time soaking up the sun.

Bass Lake Outlet is another great location and only a few minutes away by car. This outlet provides a public launch and has an outlet into Lake Michigan. Bass Lake is an all sports lake and is great for kayaking, boating and fishing.

Silver Lake and Mac Dune Rides is 20 minutes away as is golfing at Lakeside Links and dozens of more sports lakes and public access points.

You'll find Michigan's great outdoors is at your fingertips at Freshwater Cottage.

No parties or large events
No Smoking
Pets not allowed
Some Beach Chairs and a Cooler provided
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9800107
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ludington

Located in Ludington, this cottage is in a rural area. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery 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 Charles Mears State Park. West Michigan Fairgrounds and Ludington Waterfront Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
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Ludington, MI

What's nearby

  • Summit Township Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charles Mears State Park - 10 min drive - 14.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 17 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Ludington State Park - 19 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 26 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murphy's Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pentwater Dari Creme - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Green Isaac’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bortell's - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Freshwater Cottage - Across from Lake Michigan and minutes from Bass Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Summit Township Park and Lake Michigan. Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery and Huron-Manistee National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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