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< 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage'

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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. The room features exposed wooden beams on the ceiling and large windows providing natural light.
A wooden cabin with a red door, a deck, and a view of the lake.
A beach with a wooden dock, two Adirondack chairs, and a pile of firewood.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Sutton Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Suttons Bay Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Sutton Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Suttons Bay Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 57 min drive - 80.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hive Coffee Co. - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage' pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage'?

As of 8 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage' on 31 Oct, 2027 start from S$3,802, 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.

What time is check-in at < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is < 1 Mi to Dtwn! Lakefront 'Manitou Cottage' located?

This family-friendly Suttons Bay cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Lake Leelanau and The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakefront cottage just a 5 minute walk to Sutton Bay Village

The Manitou cottage met the description for amenities, space, and location.Communication with property managers was great. We used the shared private beach & firepit 5 of the 7 days we were there. The Lake Sutton Bay Village had great restaurants, shops & rentals for kayaks/ paddle boards/ boats etc. Very convenient for trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, Wineries in all directions & Traverse City.was a short drive. Would definitely stay here again.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
This wasn't a private home or beach as I had hoped (and for the price). The small beach area is shared with 3 other cottages and the property has a partial road/trail thats heavily used that runs through the property. It could use some furniture and cleaning updates but was a great location walkable to town and was good for a long weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
From the owner: "We're glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found it convenient for walking into town. However, we're sorry to hear the shared beach came as a surprise. We do mention in the listing that the beach is shared among a few cottages on the property, so our guests are aware before they book their reservation. Thank you for letting us know about your visit."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, close to town

We really enjoyed our stay at the home. It had everything we needed, was directly on the most beautiful part of Suttons Bay, and was easy walking distance to town. Great house, great experience overall. No complaints and very thankful to the owners. If I had to call out anything to be aware of: it is directly on the M-22 highway, and directly adjacent to a public park, which makes access easy but also reduces privacy. We also paid a crazy amount for the house since we wanted the 4th of July week, but it was not cheap!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wedding Group

The house was in a good location for the wedding and was adequate for the family members that stayed with us. It was great being on the lake and within a short walk to Sutton's Bay restaurants, etc. Great for a family gathering.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just a great place

The location was great. The service was excellent. Exactly what we needed for 3 Families with a wide range of ages. Something for everyone. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good accommodations, excellent help

I rented the house for a group of people attending a family reunion. Other houses were used as well. The house at 124 S Shore is an older house, located close to town and right on the bay. It's a little hard to find (the red garage door helps!) and very close to the south end of town - within walking distance. We had a few minor issues with sliding doors on the laundry and an umbrella outside but otherwise it's in very good condition and was quite comfortable. Most of the help I got was from Pam and all of that was on the phone. She was very pleasant and knowledgeable and helped me get things started. I made a final call when we left and to say thanks and goodbye. The property was pretty much as advertised and I was not disappointed. The people involved in managing our stay were very professional and helpful.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Property in Disrepair

We paid way too much per night for this property for our family attending a local wedding. My objective is to save other families from this same disappointing experience. The plus side of this property is its location— lovely view and close to town. But that is where the positive ends. The exterior of the cottage is run down, the deck is peeling, and the dining table on the deck is peeling as well. The umbrella in the table has some sort of cloth holding the umbrella upright. The grill was filthy, so we bought cleaner and scrubbed ourselves before using. The sand by the lake is old and dirty, the beach is small and shared. The beach chairs uncomfortable and unattractive, the fire pit is functional but uninviting. The house itself is dark, the furniture uncoordinated, worn out (some pieces broken), floors and rugs unclean. The kitchen utensils, plates and glasses are also a collection of cheap and unmatched items. The pans are worn out, many showing rust stains. The broom in the kitchen was curled up on itself— unusable on a floor desperate to be swept. The bedrooms have sheets that are of poor quality and also unmatched. The curtains are sheer and provide no protection from the traffic noise. My spouse had to repair a falling door on our first night. The bathrooms are dated. The appliances work, but at 25% of what you might expect— hours to dry a few towels. The air conditioning vents are concentrated shots of cold air and extremely loud. The screens are damaged or missing. The linoleum is buckling and the carpet held down by silver duct tape. There is a long history of complaints on this property. I only wish we had done our due diligence and gone somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Early Summer Paradise

We could not have been more pleasantly surprised with the condition of the property and the surrounding grounds. We are VERY picky regarding cleanliness and reasonable functionality of a property as I travel for work. The cottage was perfect for our 2 families, and the grounds led directly to dock which is also adjacent to the city park. Our Property Manager was super responsive and checked in with us throughout to make sure we had everything. We could not have been more pleased and we will return! Thank you for the PERFECT vacation!♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a fabulous time, this property is huge and in a great location! Lake Michigan is just steps away!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location but rundown lake house

The location was amazing. You are right on Suttons Bay and near a park with a nice sandy beach and calm waters. Nice fire pit too. Great place for my dogs to swim. But the pictures of this house are a far cry from its actual condition. From the online pictures, I thought this was a very upscale house especially given the nightly rental rate. Not so. We arrived after sundown and were very disappointed at the disrepair of the lake house. The rooms are 1950's except for two nice bathrooms. The master bedroom has very old carpeting and a very small outdated bathroom. The hallway buckles when you walk. The kitchen dishwasher top drawer fell out when you tried to load the dishes. Don't be fooled by the pictures.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

NOT WORTH THE MONEY

This property is definitely neglected and run down. The person that took the pictures of each room is a genius with Photoshop. There wasn’t one room that looked like the VRBO site pictures. No air-conditioning on the second floor and it was hot! Not on the beach and what beach you should be able to see was overgrown with brush so the view was not a view at all. When I told the manager that ice machine was impacted and broken in the refrigerator, she told me ‘it’s old- go buy some ice.’ The windows were absolutely filthy and the sills were filled with bugs and dirt. I really wish I had something positive to say but I don’t. Feel like such a fool-Never again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Paula, we're sorry you're stay fell short of your expectations. The homeowner wishes you would have mentioned the issue with the air-conditioning while you were at the home so they could have addressed the problem immediately. Since your stay, the owners have cleared all brush and weeds in the beach area and added two truckloads of sand for more enjoyable guest experiences. They have also had their maintenance team fix the ice maker so that it's in working order for guests. Cleanliness is of the utmost importance, and the owner has addressed the matter with their cleaning staff. They will be extensively cleaning all areas including windows and window sills. The owners take feedback seriously, and we're confident future guests will have satisfying experiences! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Our group of 13 enjoyed our stay ! We will return

We enjoyed the property and would return. Only recommendations would to not have that pine tree there over the beach/fire pit area. Everything was covered in sap....very annoying and messy. Also. The master bedroom bathroom is moldy and needs repair. Other than that nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Great size/location for 9 people, BUT...

This was a great property for our annual family vacation. The lake was across the street, we were very close to town, right across the street from the grocery store. However, when we arrived to the property, it was filthy. It didn't look as if it had been cleaned prior to our arrival. The rugs hadn't been vacuumed, floors hadn't been swept/mopped, dust on every surface. There were no towels available to us. The toaster was broken. Water was leaking from the kitchen ceiling. The refrigerator was filthy, with spills & crumbs. One of the kids' beds appeared to have dirty sheets, as our child got in the first night and said it was filled with sand. There were no clean sheets available to us to change her sheets. I will say that the property manager did respond very quickly and provided us with more towels, a new toaster, and other cleaning products. Also, there is an apartment connected to the back of the house, which wasn't clear to us prior to our visit. I was very concerned about our 5 children being too noisy and disturbing the family that was renting that space. Overall, we had a good stay, but I think the property needs to be spotless when renters arrive. That just turned us off the moment we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Liz, we're so glad the Manitou Cottage was an ideal fit for your family vacation. We are deeply sorry for the poor first impression you encountered and are glad the property manager was able to come over right away to help. Please know that your feedback has been addressed with the homeowners who have been working with a new cleaning company to ensure this cottage is meticulously clean and up to their high cleaning standards for the next guests. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and giving us the means to create five-star experiences moving forward! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The absolute BEST quality of this cottage is LOCATION! It is an easy walk to downtown Suttons Bay!

The location is great but the cottage itself is run down and was not clean. The refrigerator was not cooling most of the week and it leaked. There is an ATTACHED apartment with only a single interior door separating the house to the apartment. The deck is small and in need of attention. The yard, beach, dock, and fire pit is all shared with tenants in the attached apartment and 3 additional properties. It wasn't a problem for us but definitely not private. There is a lot to do in the area and awesome restaurants right downtown which is walking distance to the cottage. We rented kayaks and a paddle board and kept them right at the cottage. We loved our vacation time with family, the location, food and fun in the area but the cottage itself was just average and overpriced.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Donna, thank you for your review. We love hearing that you appreciated this cottage's ideal location to downtown Suttons Bay, but apologize about the issues you encountered. The homeowners informed us that they have brand new cleaners and are working with them to get their cleaning up to their high standards as it is of utmost importance. They had the parts to the refrigerator on order at the time of your stay and did their best to get it fixed as quickly as possible. We do note in the listing description that this property shares a beach and fire pit with other properties and that there might be other people around, but we apologize if that caught you off guard. We are confident this cottage will continue to host pleasant vacations for those who come to visit! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

good location

Pictures on site are a little deceiving, in the listing the square footage is not listed (which was my fault for not asking.) and when we arrived we realized that the property was kind of close "living quarters" for the group we had. Bedrooms were fine but only one area for people to gather inside and a table on the smallish deck. The house was clean except for a mold problem in the master bath. We enjoyed the convenience of being able to walk into Suttons Bay. The park right next door was a help since the "water front" at the cottage was not swimming friendly. Over all it was a good vacation spot but just a little smaller thank we hoped. The EVOLVE company was VERY VERY VERY hard to communicate with during the rental process. The "on site" were better but did not address the mold problem during our stay at all, just asked for pictures. We took care of it ourselves but it returned immediately, it was only from moisture but the ceiling in the master bath needs to be addressed ASAP. It should be mentioned also the stairs going to the second floor are really steep and a little treacherous. Again this was not a bad rental just a little more in the details needs to be revealed. Also the apartment that is in the same home and rented out, we had absolutely NO PROBLEM with the renters but would have liked to know that it was there and possibly available for an additional rental while you are there and also that you have another family living in the same home (separate entrances) We did enjoy our stay in Suttons Bay but probably will not rent this property again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family fun!

Perfect place and location for our large group of 4 families - 8 adults, 8 kids
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Spacious, convenient location, great for large groups

Our family loved the big cottage for our parents anniversary celebration! 14 of us slept comfortably. The house is so close to downtown Suttons Bay, and is conveniently located by the park. Greg and Carole stopped by on our second day to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. Great house for our large family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Dear Guest: We thank you very much for staying with us at The Lodge On Suttons Bay. We are happy to share our property and glad you had a good time. Thanks for the review!! Please come back soon. Dave H, Owner.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great Location, huge cottage

I rented this cottage for a group of 10 adults. The location was fantastic. It has beach access, is right next to a public park and beach and is walking distance from downtown Sutton's Bay. There are rooms good for kids and the cottage is fully stocked. We had a fantastic weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

2nd time stay

This is the 2nd year in a row we've stayed at this house. We had two families of 5 staying and it was the perfect size. The location is the best! Short walk to downtown Suttons Bay and across from Hop Lot and the grocery store. The bonfire area is great and the public beach is right next door so we used that instead of the private beach area to give us more space, the park there is great for the kids! The only complaint would be that the dryer wasn't working for the first half of our stay and that was a huge inconvenience. Carol was very accommodating with this. Also wish there was a TV in the bedroom upstairs with the queen bed, we used this as a second "master". We would definitely stay here again! Love it, would highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Up North Getaway

We stayed in the large cottage with a group of friends and had a blast! With a gorgeous view of Suttons Bay, modern amenities in the kitchen, and plenty of space, you can have the Up North experience you've been waiting for! Access to downtown Suttons Bay is simple -- just a short walk to downtown and the cute shops and restaurants (that is, if you actually want to leave the cottage!). It has great access to championship golf and the plentiful wineries that dot the Leelanau peninsula. It is an extremely comfortable cottage with a multitude of bedrooms and bathrooms so the family or group of friends can stay together. My wife and I can't wait to visit again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Location with Tons of Space!

My husband and I stayed in the main house with 8 other friends for a weekend in May. Only a block from Suttons Bay downtown, we were able to walk to breakfast and the shops (at which we made several purchases), which was extremely convenient I would 100% recommend these cottages for a family, friends or even romantic vacation. There is space enough to sleep a lot of people and more importantly- enough bathrooms! You are also steps away from Traverse, the wineries, and right on the water. You can't beat that! Great "Up North" getaway!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best house, best location in Suttons Bay.

My husband and I stayed in the big house with 4 other couples for a long weekend. We had an absolute blast. The linens and towels were top of the line. We cooked two nights and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. We were able to walk to breakfast and into town each morning which was lovely, and enjoyed a perfect bonfire on the beach for our final night. Additionally, we enjoyed golf and a chartered wine tour within miles from the cottage. Highly recommend this house, it has everything you need for a fabulous experience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

You will love this place!

My wife and I rented the Bayview Cottage. It had a nautical theme we loved. Very nice appliances. New paint throughout (white, blue, and a cheerful yellow). Really nice. Really clean. Very nice neighbors in cottages nearby who would wave but let you have your privacy. You just won't believe the views of Suttons Bay morning and night until you see them for yourself! Sailboats, I mean picturesque; really pretty. Beach is 30 yards out the door. Firewood provided. Near Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City, and we even drove up and across the Macinac Bridge one day. Do yourself a favor and book the reservation. You will love it. It's really, really nice.
Archival

8/10 Good

Wonderful

Great house, and a perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding in every way!

Beautiful waterfront property. Perfectly outfitted, ideal for a crowd like ours of five old friends. Room to spread out, a dock for swimming, laundry facilities, fabulous towels, a fireplace for late nights, and TVs, too. The owner provided sparkling wine, coffee and loads of helpful information. It's across the street from a terrific grocery store, and adjacent to two bike paths. A five minute walk into town for movies and dinner, plus loads of shopping. So much to see within a half an hour of the cottage, from wineries to dunes. Absolutely perfect!
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