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Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach

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Blue View Cottage, Charming double A frame, elegant rustic beachfront retreat.
You will find many hours of relaxation on the beach side deck.
You can see how close and even the walk to the shore is. Evening beach fires
View from the second floor deck. Accessible from both upstairs bedrooms.
Lakeside

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach

Nestled on a sandy dune, just a few easy steps from beautiful Lake Michigan, Blue View Cottage is a perfect family retreat. A vintage A frame, it's been completely renovated to house 8 people comfortably. It maintains a rustic charm, while providing brand new amenities.

Surrounded by sandy dunes and forests for exploring and hiking, Blue View provides easy access to all of the glory of Great Lakes activities, swimming in the clean clear water, fishing, boating, glorious sunsets and campfires on the beach. Loads of adventures await young and old alike in the villages of Pentwater and Silver Lake.

The cottage has whitewashed rafters, rustic barn floors, a new kitchen with farmhouse sink and finishes. Two cozy queen bedrooms look out on the sand dunes downstairs and Lake Michigan upstairs. There is also an upstairs bedroom that sleeps four in new twin beds.

The original Knotty Pine living room looks out on a deck and a short flat path to Lake Michigan. Both upstairs and downstairs decks provide panoramic views of the lake, perfect for watching freighters, sailboats and glorious sunsets.

Beach is never overly busy even on holiday weekends. Occasionally owners use the adjacent beach when visiting their cottage located up the dune. Second cottage may be available groups of more than eight, contact owners if you need more space.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4170790
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

About the area

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Shelby, MI

What's nearby

  • Stony Lake - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • The Fox Barn Winery - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • beach near Benona Township Oval Park - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - 15 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stony Lake Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sand Castle Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage On Lake Michigan Shore, Newly Renovated, Flat & few Steps To Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Stony Lake and The Fox Barn Winery. Silver Lake State Park and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are also within 9 miles (15 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. 47 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

If you're a beach family, this is your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We plan a trip every year to the area. This was a great spot for our family and helped us have a great time. Cant beat the location on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time awesome views
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful stay. The beach was great and the upper deck had a beautiful view. The upper bedrooms do have steep stairs so be aware if anyone in your group has limited mobility. Our dog even got in on the fun and had her first swim. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

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

Love the A-frame

As usual, we loved our stay at Patrick's place. Great location, fabulous house, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fara C.

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

Nice cottage on the lake

My sister and I had a lovely time at the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Lake Michigan Beach Vacation

Pat and Diana are great hosts and this is the perfect location for a Lake Michigan beach vacation. This was our fourth stay at Blueview and we enjoyed the weather and views all week long. The beach is perfect and this cottage is steps away from the shore. Plenty of towels, comfy beds and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Relax

This cottage has great beach access and a great beach! Take your beach chair and a good book and relax the day away! Pat and Diana are great hosts and always respond quickly to all questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Family Beach Vacation

This was our fifth time staying at Blueview and it never disappoints. The rustic cottage is tastefully appointed and has everything you need. Just a short walk down to the best beach in the world and the clearest water. The Driftwood neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. Pat and Diana are awesome hosts who respond quickly to guests. Our three children always enjoy the upstairs bunk room and the surrounding area has so many activities to choose from. We can’t wait for our next opportunity to stay at Blueview!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

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

Perfect lake cottage

We stayed two weeks in Pat and Dianne’s cottage and loved every minute. Lake Michigan is so amazing and this house gave us views and the sound of waves from nearly every window. It was hard to leave. The house has everything we needed and not at all cluttered like some other lake cottages we’ve stayed in. Also very very clean! If you stay more than a week, being extra bathroom tissue, dish washing items and extra clothes - there’s no washer on site. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Beach Party

I cannot say enough about the beach, lake and fire pit set up at this property on expansive Lake Michigan. It will exceed your expectations. We all kept commenting that you would think you were on the Ocean in the Carolina’s, but better. We rented a second house just north and although that house was more “substantial,” we choose to hang out at this house most of the time as beach just can’t be beat. Large newer TV in the front A-frame, worked well for movie nights while listening to the waves. If you are looking for lavish accommodations or large bedrooms and bathrooms this might not be the place for you, but the beach vibe overcame these shortcomings for our crew. The water and beach were truly some of the best Silver Lake has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather F.

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

Private Beach, Rustic Accomodations

Cannot beat the location, the beach access, and the neighborhood. It's tranquility on lake Michigan to the max. It was really a beautiful beach and the home did accomodate our family of 5 plus dog well. We had a fantastic week and really left sun drenched and happy. We felt the house was a bit more rustic than we appreciated from the listing. Specifically, It has no insulation which required the intermittent use of turbo fan heaters (provided) all night. Compounding this the blankets provided in the loft bedroom (4 twin beds) were paper thin and didn't provide ample warmth. Additionally, there are NO extra towels or blankets provided so be sure to have some on you. It's clear that this is a rental designed for maximum profit not an owners vacation home. Not that there is anything wrong with that, just plan accordingly. If middle lake Michigan coast is your desire this is really a great location. Not sure we would stay there again, but we would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Beach Week at Blueview

Once again, our star at Blueview was more than we could ask for. Steps away from the greatest beach in the world, this rustic cottage has everything you need. A short drive from Pentwater and Silver Lake if you need an excuse to get out, but we spent our week in the warm waters of Lake Michigan. Pat and Diana were gracious hosts and check in was smooth and simple. We look forward to more stays at Blueview in the coming years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather h.

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

Great Location

Enjoyed our relaxing stay at this great lakefront location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Relaxing getaway with great location

The cottage is located in a perfect spot. A few minutes from Stoney and not to far for bigger cities like Pentwater or Ludington. We enjoyed walking on the beach and down the street. We loved the local bakers and road side farmers stands. All in all it was a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

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

Fourth year as great as ever

Love this little cabin and the beach gets bigger every year. Simple, clean and right on the water. Perfect for us!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine R.

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

Our family had a great stay here!l

Quaint cottage on an unforgettable private beach property located just south of Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Three generations of our family had a wonderful stay including campfires, lake swimming, and beautiful sunsets. Close to lots of other fun that we enjoyed including tubing the Stoney River, Dune rides with Mac and multiple trips to the Whippy Dip for any kind of ice cream you could want. The no frills cottage handles the basics with the amazing location being the draw.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Charming Beach Home Getaway

This beach home was just what we needed for a relaxing weekend away. The pictures do not do this place justice and in fact the space felt bigger than we were anticipating. The best part is the private beach that is just steps from the back door of the property. Could not recommend this place enough. Just an FYI that while there is wifi, due to location it is not strong enough to support most web activity. If you were planning to work remote from this cabin I'd recommend working from a coffee shop in one of the many nearby towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sme2000

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

Great view and proximity to beach

Great little getaway with our dogs. We had a hard time getting them back in the car to head home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K P.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful property directly on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

A Lake House with a beautiful view and private beach

We loved our stay! The house was comfy and had that wonderful lake house feeling! Days were spent on the beach and nights around a campfire overlooking Lake Michigan! Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy T.

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

So much fun again

We love the lake and the nice little area this house is in!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Steps from lake

Peaceful vacation for our family. Restaurants and towns are 15-30 minute drive away, but that means it is nice and quiet lakeside. The triangle houses have rustic charm and we would come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

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

Year three is just as good

We loved it again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Amazing Michigan

Perfect getaway for us and our dog. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your place!!! We hope to be back again soon
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patrick Skiles

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Owners have a second cottage up the Dune from Blue View and have been coming to this beach community for over 40 years. We'd love to share the traditions and tranquility our family has experienced.

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