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Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods

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Cottage as seen from the path to the beach.
Beach in front of the cottage May 2022.
Beach
Patio
View from the patio.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Shelby, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Stony Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods

Welcome to your home on Lake Michigan! This darling family cottage right on the big lake is located in the desirable Little Point Sable Association about 2 miles south of the Little Point Sable Lighthouse.

On the main level there are 2 bedrooms (one with a queen bed, one can be made up as a king or two twins), 2 full bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, and a wonderful screened porch that runs the length of the cottage overlooking Lake Michigan. A mini-split AC unit in the kitchen cools the living area. Downstairs, accessible via a circular stairway inside, or an outdoor stairway, are 2 more bedrooms, a powder room, and laundry.

There is a Roku TV on which you may stream your own subscriptions. No cable or satellite TV service. Excellent fiber optic internet.

Enjoy quality time with your family on the large patio with a gorgeous view of the lake. You can live out there on the large sectional and dining table and chairs. The association offers, pickleball courts, crolf course (a crude form of golf fun for the whole family), and walking the miles of trails in the nature preserve.

As you may be aware, Lake Michigan's water level was at a record high in 2020, causing much erosion. We are thrilled that the lake level has dropped dramatically and we have a gorgeous beach! There is a path down a very small dune to the beach and water.

The family that owns this property lives next door, and they have several family members with cottages in the area, as well. Occasionally some of the family may be on the beach in front of your cottage, or using the shared firepit. They are a friendly bunch and there is room for all!

The cottage is located between Silver Lake and Stony Lake, just west of Shelby. The famous Silver Lake Sand Dunes are 10 minutes away. This area is known as a wonderful summer playground ... golf, boating, tubing, waterskiing, and more are just minutes away. This is a rural area; fine dining and high-end shopping are 40 minutes away.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The Fox Barn Winery and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, water tubing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Shelby, MI

What's nearby

  • The Fox Barn Winery - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Stony Lake - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 10 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stony Lake Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods?

As of 6 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods on 16 May, 2026 start from S$772, 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.

How much is parking at Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on Lake Michigan, nestled in the woods located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shelby cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Silver Lake State Park and The Fox Barn Winery. Stony Lake and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin L.

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

Late July visit

We really enjoyed this property. The area and the beach are beautiful. The house had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thank you, Karin. I'm happy to hear that your family enjoyed our little slice of heaven. You are welcome back anytime! ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Complete Relaxation

The family and I had a great time at this property. We really enjoyed how close to the beach it was. We did get a little confused on the parking situation but once we figured that out we were good to go! I have never been so relaxed listening to the waves crash at night. The deck was a huge plus for us as we were able to invite family that still lives in the area to celebrate birthdays. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
I'm happy to hear that you had a family-filled, relaxing vacation. Thank you for taking such good care of the cottage. I hope you'll come back! ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Incredible sunsets and memories

We rented 2 cabins near each other from Laura for a family reunion. The lake view from this one was fantastic. The association offer tennis courts, pickleball courts and a unique crolf course that all ages loved playing. The cabin was very well furnished and equipped and comfortable. Laura was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad you all had a wonderful time and that the cottage fit your needs. It was a pleasure working with you and I hope you'll be back. ~ Laura
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda J.

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

Amazing Sunsets

Great views of the lake from the beach and the cottage. Perfect for sunsets. Able to hear the Lake Michigan waves crash to the shore from our bedroom window. Patio deck large and accommodating for everyone. Close to town and the Hart-Montague Bike Trail head. Property Manager Laura a pleasure to work with. Wonderful vaca!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2020
I'm glad you and your family enjoyed your week on Lake Michigan. Thank you for staying with us. ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

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

Great location with wonderful views and sunsets

We merged a few families together and enjoyed our vacation. The sound of waves and coffee on the porch was a favorite. The kids had a great time learning to rock skip on a calm day. The property was well laid out. My only recommendation would be to add a shower to the lower level. The layout may work best for one family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2022
Thanks, Tracey! We appreciate your comments and are happy to hear that your group enjoyed themselves. We hope you'll be back! ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

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

Great cottage with lake access

This is a great cottage for a family to stay at to spend time on the beach at Lake Michigan! The bedroom and bathroom setup worked well for our group and the kitchen had everything needed to cook meals. Note that you do need to bring toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, sponges, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, washer detergent, and trash bags with you. The enclosed porch is a nice relaxation area and there are books, puzzles, and games to enjoy. There is also a firepit on the beach to use, and there are roasting sticks provided, which made making s'mores easy. The property manager, Laura, is very communicative and helpful, and even left a cherry strudel for us in the fridge as a welcome gift. :) We had a couple of maintenance issues while we were there (the cottage had recently opened for the summer), which were fixed as soon as possible, with good communication. We enjoyed a very relaxing stay and would definitely stay there again.
View from the cabin porch
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Caroline and family, for your patience and understanding with a couple of hiccups. I appreciate your positive attitude and am so grateful that you enjoyed your stay. We'd love to have you back. ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey V.

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

A really fantastic experience! Exactly as described!

We had an amazing week at "Back Cover". It was my husband, me, our daughter 22, another daughter 19, and our son 14. The views and beach are absolutely fantastic. We could sit in the screen porch all day every day and listen to the waves! It was cool while we were there and having the windows open was so amazing, listening to the waves was the best! The cottage had everything we needed, we grilled every evening and played games after dinner. The local area was great as well, we really LOVED the Cherry Point Farm & Market, the BEST cherry pie and strudel we'd ever eaten! The winery right down the road had great wine and live entertainment on Friday night. We rented a boat on Silver Lake, took the Mac Woods Dune Ride, and horse back riding at Stony Lake Stables. We hiked all over the area as well! It was FAB, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2022
Sounds like you did "all the things!" So glad you made the most of your time in this fabulous vacation land. Thanks for staying with us. Looking forward to having you back. ~ Laura
Verified

8/10 Good

Abbie H.

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

Family Vacation Spent Lakeside

Overall, my family and I thoroughly enjoyed our first vacation altogether in a long time. The Pros: The area was quiet, and the house is situated on the lake, giving you a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan (and the sunsets!). With two of the bedrooms located on the lower level, the layout of the house worked well for my family so that the adults could stay up playing games on the main level after my niece went to bed downstairs. The sunroom is fantastic! We spent many hours relaxing in the sunroom, listening to the waves with the windows open. The beach access was great. It's not a long beach you'll find yourself strolling down, but we enjoyed sitting in chairs on the sand, wading in the water, and looking for/skipping rocks. And there are nearby public beaches to curb any urges to stroll long distances along Lake Michigan. Laura is fantastic; she was very responsive to any/all questions we had during our stay. The Cons: The house is very much in the woods, so be prepared to encounter some insects in and around the cottage. Because it's an older and/or more rustic cottage, a couple little things popped up: the grill was fairly dirty so we gave it a good wipe down before we used it, and then it took a bit longer than usual to cook our food; and the dishwasher didn't seem to clean dishes very well, so we ended up hand washing everything after the first day. Not deal breakers, but just little quirks I'm sharing for the sake of a detailed review. Lastly, a Con/Pro is that we unfortunately encountered a plumbing issue during our stay, which disrupted our use of the showers and toilets for part of a day. However, the Pro part of this statement is that Laura is amazing and jumped to action right away getting some professionals to the cottage to resolve the issue with the aging septic system. She really is a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2021
I can't tell you how much I truly appreciate your kind words. I felt absolutely terrible that you had a day of dealing with plumbers (and me!) in your hair. Unfortunately, things like this can happen at any time ... we just hope they won't happen when it's rented. You and your family were so gracious and understanding. Thank you so much for the wonderful communication, positive attitude, and rolling with the flow ... or lack thereof. :) ~ Laura
Verified

8/10 Good

Russ J.

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

Sentimental Stay

Laura was a great communicator and everything was outlined and as expected. Our family enjoyed the stay very much and the cottage had sentimental meaning!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2021
It was a pleasure meeting some of your family members, especially Florence. She was glowing with love and appreciation for this place that is so dear to her. I'm so glad she was able to enjoy it with all of you. Thanks so much for choosing "Back Cover" for your family vacation. I hope you'll be back! ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

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

Great place with a wonderful view.

First, let me tell you that Laura (property manager) is a phenomenal host! She went above and beyond to accommodate our needs on this trip. She is very friendly and responds very quickly. The lake house is clean, spacious and has everything you need to have a great week on Lake Michigan. There is an open floor plan on the top floor with plenty of seating in the living room and dining room. There is a sun room that is the width of the house that is accessible through the living room area. It offers additional seating to enjoy a beautiful Lake Michigan sunset and to listen to the crashing waves. 2 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms complete the upper level. The lower level has 2 additional bedrooms, a small half bath along with a laundry room with a full size washer and dryer. Outside there is a nice seating area with lots of seats to enjoy a meal, stargaze and enjoy the beautiful view. There are a few flights of stairs that lead down to Lake Michigan. There is a beach area if you climb down a small hill. There are two minor drawbacks of the property 1) no camp fires due to limited beach 2) limited beach due to high lake level that has eaten away some of the hill and beach area. I would have liked a fire but I understand why they are not allowed. If you are not familiar with the area, there is Silver Lake sand dunes /State Park (15 min drive), a cherry farm with great food, several wineries and bakeries 15-20 mins away, Dune buggy rides (silver Lake), lighthouses (Silver Lake state Park) plus (2) in Ludington (30 -40 mins North). This wonderful lake house is in a very quiet neighborhood that is far enough away from the big tourist attractions to not be affected by the traffic but close enough to drive to them if you are looking for family fun or groceries. I highly recommend this wonderful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write such an informative review; we appreciate it. You were wonderful guests and we certainly hope you will be back!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa T.

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

Beach Cottage

Laura was a pleasure to work with, she was very helpful with all our requests. The view was beautiful, and it was a place to stay. Very kid friendly provided a lot of games, toys, etc. for the kids if the weather was bad. The cleanliness of the property was very disappointing especially during this time. Pretzels were found in the couch, windows had prints, bugs were everywhere in the house(dead centipede stuck to a hand towel), some of the hand towels that were hung up appeared to be used, just not happy at all with the cleanliness. The only tub did not work along with that shower. The grill was very touchy on whether it decided to heat or not. My bad on not seeing this in the listing, but no air conditioning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2020
Thank you for your kind words about me and the beautiful property. I'm surprised by your comments regarding cleanliness; I wish you had brought this to my attention during your stay as I could have had the cleaning team there immediately. We pride ourselves on providing a clean environment, especially now, and this comment shocked me as no one has ever complained before about any of my 8 properties not being clean. I can guarantee that all of the sheets and towels were clean. Yes, it's unfortunate that one of the showers suddenly stopped working and needed to have a part ordered. And as for the grill, I thought everything was fixed after I came down there with a new propane tank as soon as you called. ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

Sweet Michigan Memories

We LOVED our time at the cottage! Beautiful location. Perfect place to relax, unplug & reconnect. Laura is an absolute professional! We look forward to planning our return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2020
Thank you, Sarah! You and your family were wonderful to work with. I'm going to miss seeing those kids go by on their bikes on the Point roads. Looking forward to seeing you next summer. ~ Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Relaxing and tranquil 🥰

Wonderful stay and the place was lovely - neat and clean😊 hope to return next year ❤️ The house manager Laura was the best 👍👍 highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Laura! I enjoyed working with you and I'm glad you and your group enjoyed yourselves. ~ Laura

About the host

Hosted by Laura McMurry

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Hello! I'm the rental manager for this property. I've spent summers in this area all of my life and have been handling several cottage rentals since 2015. My cottage is nearby so I'm available should you have any questions during your stay. Please feel free to contact me; my goal is to provide you with the perfect place for your vacation on Lake Michigan. I hope to hear from you.
Laura McMurry

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