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Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 2 - Main Level
1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3 - Bunkie (separate entrance)
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! Perfect family getaway!
Enjoy ocean-like views and breath-taking sunsets and private beachfront property on top of a high bluff looking across Lake Michigan. The modern cabin boasts a spacious and bright sunroom with 265 ft of private beachfront, stunning views across the lake, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an open living space, fully stocked kitchen, wine and coffee bar and a large dining table that seats 12. Outside is a patio with with big lounge furniture, grill and fire pit to enjoy lazy days looking out in the lake. Head down the private steps to the beach, to lounge, collect rocks, go for long walks on the shore and enjoy your days.
**Note: This property can only be booked directly through VRBO. If you found this property through a 3rd party person, and they are asking for funds to be sent elsewhere, it is not valid. Please message us directly through VRBO to speak with owners.
LOCATION: Located right on Lake Michigan with multiple locations for you to visit and enjoy your stay! Only 10 minutes from downtown Manistee, 6 miles from Little River Casino. Perfect location for day trips up the coast, 15 miles to Arcadia Bluffs, 50 miles to Sleeping Bear dunes and 60 miles to Traverse City.
LAYOUT: On the main floor, you'll find a master bedroom with a queen bed, and a second large bedroom twin over full bunk and a queen bed. Perfect for a family or all of the kids for sleepovers. The third queen bed is located in an attached bunkie room with a separate entrance and electric fireplace. There is a pullout full sofa in the living room for additional guests. The lower level you will find an updated second bathroom, laundry and retro mini-arcade.
Step outside onto the high bluff, overlooking the lake. This cabin boasts over 265ft. of private Lake Michigan beachfront access by private stairs. Firepit for roasting marshmallows, spacious patio with lounge seating, large picnic table, and Weber gas grill for all your entertaining needs.
The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, a drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, Ninja Blender, and fondue pot are all available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include dishwasher, ice maker, ovens, and stove. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies, and soaps (not personal soaps).
AMENITIES INCLUDE:Air Conditioning, laundry, gas grill, 1 electric fireplace, 1 wood fireplace, fire pit, board games, puzzles, books, outdoor patio, shuffleboard court, coffee bar with Keurig,wine/beer fridge, WIFI and Smart HDTV, Docking stations for Nintendo switch, mini-arcade.
**Note: This property can only be booked directly through VRBO. If you found this property through a 3rd party person, and they are asking for funds to be sent elsewhere, it is not valid. Please message us directly through VRBO to speak with owners.
LOCATION: Located right on Lake Michigan with multiple locations for you to visit and enjoy your stay! Only 10 minutes from downtown Manistee, 6 miles from Little River Casino. Perfect location for day trips up the coast, 15 miles to Arcadia Bluffs, 50 miles to Sleeping Bear dunes and 60 miles to Traverse City.
LAYOUT: On the main floor, you'll find a master bedroom with a queen bed, and a second large bedroom twin over full bunk and a queen bed. Perfect for a family or all of the kids for sleepovers. The third queen bed is located in an attached bunkie room with a separate entrance and electric fireplace. There is a pullout full sofa in the living room for additional guests. The lower level you will find an updated second bathroom, laundry and retro mini-arcade.
Step outside onto the high bluff, overlooking the lake. This cabin boasts over 265ft. of private Lake Michigan beachfront access by private stairs. Firepit for roasting marshmallows, spacious patio with lounge seating, large picnic table, and Weber gas grill for all your entertaining needs.
The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, a drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, Ninja Blender, and fondue pot are all available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include dishwasher, ice maker, ovens, and stove. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies, and soaps (not personal soaps).
AMENITIES INCLUDE:Air Conditioning, laundry, gas grill, 1 electric fireplace, 1 wood fireplace, fire pit, board games, puzzles, books, outdoor patio, shuffleboard court, coffee bar with Keurig,wine/beer fridge, WIFI and Smart HDTV, Docking stations for Nintendo switch, mini-arcade.
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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
Manistee
Located in Manistee, this cottage is on the beach. Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ramsdell Theater and Douglas Park. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.

Manistee, MI
What's nearby
- Manistee County Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Little River Casino - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 23 min drive - 24.7 km
- Crystal Mountain - 37 min drive - 49.6 km
- Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 52 min drive - 84.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Little River Casino Resort - 16 min drive
- Culver’s - 11 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
- The Salty Heifer - 10 min drive
- China Buffet - 12 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
15 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean G.
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sean G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
7 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Debbie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
M C.
24 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake vacation

M C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ali A.
10 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ali A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Susan B.
5 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Michigan splendor
Susan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily F.
6 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emily F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Doug D.
30 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mitten’s Edge is the real deal
Doug D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
3 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding Stay
Lori B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
john s.
24 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guys trip
john s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jill H.
4 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful weekend
Jill H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mihir P.
29 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Mihir P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cide S.
14 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing everything
Cide S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
T B.
20 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Water Weekend
T B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gayane C.
14 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Gayane C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kellee R.
23 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view
Kellee R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lorinda H.
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get-away
Lorinda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
J S.
8 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean
J S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amelia G.
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Week at the Lake
Amelia G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura W.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Trip 2023
Laura W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clark H.
7 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake house getaway
Clark H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa K.
24 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Views
Lisa K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L.
24 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home and Lake View
Jennifer L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Don T.
5 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand View from the Edge
Don T.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
THOMAS M.
20 Jun, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location. Was not that clean
THOMAS M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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