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Lake Michigan Beach Home

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Property grounds
Beach
Beach
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Montague, MI
  • Stony Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Electric Forest
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Gold Rush Water Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Beach Home

This cozy cottage, nestled among mature hardwood trees, is a lake front gem. Walk out your door just 60' to a beautiful, private, sandy beach. Enjoy the crystal clear water of Lake Michigan for all your summer fun! The association property is bounded on the south by Big Flower Creek. Take a kayak down the creek to enjoy a spectacular nature view provided by Mother Nature. The cottage is located 1hr 10 minutes northwest of Grand Rapids, just 30 minutes north of Muskegon. It is 15 minutes from the downtown areas of Montague/Whitehall featuring a farmers market, grocery store, restaurants, breweries and shops that will meet all of your vacation shopping, dining needs. Beautiful golf courses await you just 15 minutes away; the Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail is 15 minutes from your front door. Michigan Amusement and Water Park is 16 miles away and the picturesque town of Pentwater is 25 miles to the north for more shopping and eating opportunities!

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 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

Montague

Located in Montague, this holiday home is on the beach. The Playhouse at White Lake and USS Silversides are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thoroughbred Golf Club and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Gold Rush Water Park and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are also worth visiting.
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Montague, MI

What's nearby

  • Stony Lake - 20 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Electric Forest - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Gold Rush Water Park - 25 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 36 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rothbury Tavern Enterprises - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Old Channel Inn - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Oceana Winery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ricos Tamales - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mayberry BBQ - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Beach Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Beach Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Beach Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Beach Home located?

This Montague holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Stony Lake. Thoroughbred Golf Club and Gold Rush Water Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Relaxing getaway

An absolutely lovely home with stunning views of the lake made for an excellent family vacation. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed to ensure a great stay. The owner let us know in advance that the beach was small this year and that dune erosion meant that the stairs would not be available. We found the rope ladder that was there instead to be very easy to get up and down--not too steep a climb at all. A lovely porch with great sunset views, and amazing windows in the living area so that you could enjoy the outside even while you were inside. Absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

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

Feels like you are right on the water!

We really enjoyed our stay. Owners were very helpful before and during our stay with information. The view of the water from the house is amazing and so helpful for our family with mobility challenges. We knew ahead of time that they would not be able to get to the beach due to lack of stable finished stairs down to the beach so it was okay with us. We got used to the driveway but it is not for the faint of heart. Internet was good. phone service spotty. We even saw a 4 foot sturgeon in the surf from the house!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara T.

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

The pics don't do it justice!

What a pleasant surprise! As soon as you are at the top of the driveway you get your first glimpse of absolute beauty. The lake view is amazing! It's private, quiet and safe. 10/10 we would stay again. The only issue with this property is the walk down to the beach. We are young and spry so it wasn't a big deal but an elderly person would have difficulty. Still overall, so awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

pamela k.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Change misleading pics

My husband and I arrived at the Montague rental. We walked around the property and saw a huge cliff at the front of the house. The drop off was roped off with yellow caution tape because the stairs all washed away. The VRBO owner has totally misleading pics on VRBO. Plus the house is now green. My husband and I went into town and received a call my mother in law was in ICU. So we returned home rather than staying. Also there is 0 internet access. Need misleading pics and internet information corrected.

8/10 Good

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Montague Cottage

Other than access to the beach, the cottage worked out very well for our family. Hopefully the steep bank will slowly erode back to a workable level or new steps are installed. :) :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil C., Grand Rapids MI

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

Beautiful place for a walk on the beach

Highly recommended. This home is in the Big Flower Creek association on an eroding 15-foot-high bluff just a few yards from Lake Michigan. The home is older but well-equipped, including kitchen, den, dining area, three bedrooms sleeping six, and a loft area excellent for playing games. Large windows and a small but comfortable patio offer a panoramic view of the big lake. Beach access is by rope ladder on a sandy slope and requires some agility. The water is shallow and often quite clear; it's possible to walk about a mile north in front of private homes; just a quarter mile to the south is the mouth of Big Flower Creek, which borders a dune nature preserve with beautiful boardwalk trails, and then Meinert Park at the mouth of Little Flower Creek is just under a mile to the south.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Sue V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

2020 Summer Stay

Home comfortable and clean, including beds. Very nice porch with awesome sunset views. Quiet neighborhood. We had some nice kayaking adventures on the Lake and in nearby creek. Also good hiking in preserve. Nice fireplace we used since we were here during coldest week of summer. Downsides: The listed half bath is a toilet in the basement. Due to high water levels there is very little beach and it’s a challenge to access. Due to rope ladder and giant sandbags one has to climb over. Our 85 year old mother was unable to get to beach. Updating the picture online would help show the site realistically.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing getaway

The home was clean and comfortable. Plenty of towels, linens and pillows were provided. And there were even soaps, shampoos, conditioners and body wash. Kitchen had all the necessities. We could have used an extra baking pan but we made due. The house itself has an incredible porch that overlooks Lake Michigan. And if it rains or the mosquitos are biting too bad, there are nice big windows on the lake side of the house for great views while inside. As many have said in other reviews, the beach is eroded and it’s a rope ladder climb to the beach and back (stairs are a short distance away). But there is enough space for beach chairs and walks on the beach heading south. The erosion really didn’t hamper our enjoyment of the beach at all. I would definitely recommend this property for a quiet, relaxing, beach getaways.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather J., WEST UNITY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Unbeatable Views

I did not want to leave when our time was up. The views from the porch and property were simply beautiful! The breeze coming from the lake was wonderful and the sunsets were amazing. The house has gone through updates from what is pictured. The inside of the house was well stocked, clean, and very comfortable. The driveway is terrifying if you are not used to steep inclines. We ended up parking at the bottom and walked up the paved driveway. The beach has eroded tremendously from what is pictured, so you do not get a clear picture of what the beach looks like. It is still perfectly adequate for beach chairs and for kids playing in the sand on calm and moderate days. On days where the waves are large, the beach isn't ideal for sitting on. However, there is plenty of space and seating up near the house with spectacular views for those rough days. We had a fantastic experience with the owner. We had the unfortunate luck of being in the house when the well pump went out. She was quick to respond and do everything she could to offer help during the situation. The pump was fixed as quickly as possible and we still had a wonderful vacation. I highly recommend this property for your family vacation. We would definitely return if we are ever back in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Ann Arbor

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

Great beach walking and views

Our family stayed at the cottage just after Covid-19 restrictions lifted. It was a great place to enjoy getting outside and relaxing after months of working from home. The views are great and we were able to get to the beach easily using the rope ladder. While water levels are high, most days we were able to walk the beach in both directions for a significant distance (but you need to be okay crossing a couple of creeks if you walk South. A few nearby high water abatement projects, but easy to walk past unless surf is high.) The interior updates (not pictured yet in photos when we went) make for a relaxed beach cottage vibe. We enjoyed lunches on the porch, conveniently accessed through a new door. You can drive up and park right next to the cottage, but the driveway is steep and not for the faint of heart! We had a lovely time in this quiet spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Corrine H.

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

June 2020 Stay

The house was everything we were looking for and although the beach front has changed considerably from the pictures, we didn't find it difficult to get down to the water. There was a lovely spot a short walk down the beach where the creek runs into Lake Michigan that we enjoyed. Except for chairs there are no beach "toys" so you'll need to bring your own. The house was clean, the kitchen was well appointed, and there were plenty of linens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Just what the doctor ordered.

I had gall bladder surgery the day before we were to stay for the week. Doctor ordered rest and taking it easy for a week and this house provided that. The view was amazing and being able to sit on the deck and watch the sunsets was perfect. Would have liked a little more beach but it was still enough to walk every evening and to sit on and enjoy some sun and enough for my granddaughter to be able to play on and get into the water. Definitely would come back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Melanie W.

Nice, secluded location

The house was comfortable. The beds a little uncomfortable, but overall, very happy with the home. It is in a very quiet, off the beaten path location. There is a little beach area, just enough to put the beach chairs on and enjoy the lake. Very appreciative of the beach chairs provided. Neighbors were all very pleasant. House was well stocked. I would for sure pick this house again for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Cozy Lake House offers perfect retreat for a quiet family getaway!

Lets get the only 2 negatives out of the way. 1st, plan on having little to no cellular service. This is obviously not the houses fault, but the wifi was sufficient enough to get basic communications through. 2nd, me and my husband slept on one of the queen sized beds and the mattress was VERY firm. I remedied that by purchasing a mattress pad and problem solved. Everyone else enjoyed the mattresses they slept on. There are several positives. I was really surprised on how well equipped and functioning the kitchen was, I actually packed way too many kitchen gadgets only to find they were already there. This well stocked theme flows thru the house as I found there was always plenty of items such as towels, soap, cleaning items, blankets, beach accessories, and beautiful views of Lake Michigan! The short walk to the beach offers all Day enjoyment without tiring everyone out. I highly recommend this for those families looking for something unique and special. I'm already missing it and can't wait to book for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

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Why they chose this property

Located in the dunes on Lake Michigan. Views of the lake throughout the home. Covered porch, open deck and your own private beach within 60 feet.

What makes this property unique

We supply bedding, bath towels, toiletries, kitchen items, beach chairs.

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English
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