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6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach

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Large Deck with Spacious views of Lake Michigan.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Michigan from the huge deck.
New stairs to beach June 2021.
Bedroom #1 Main Floor King
Streaming Roku TV in master bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

7th sleeping area: 2 separate twin over full bunks

2 Double Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1: Basement King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2: Main floor master king

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3: Upstairs King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4: Upstairs King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5: Upstairs twin bed

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6: Upstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1: main floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2: Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3: In walk out basement

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach

6 bedroom home with spectacular Lake Michigan views. Sleeps 15. Capture every sunset from this massive deck. Enjoy watching the Big Lake from the deck. With plenty of windows, the natural light in this home is as bountiful as the interior space. You will enjoy a spacious kitchen, two decks, two dining rooms, and sleeping arrangements on three floors. High speed Wi-Fi access. Steps to our private beach completed this summer. AC is a split unit on the main floor only.

Property manager

Mike and Tammy

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lake Michigan has a high bluff in this location.
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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

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this holiday home is on the waterfront. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forest.
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Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • beach - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Manistee Lake - 18 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 23 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Little River Casino - 27 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jailhouse Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 6 bedroom Cottage in Manistee on Lake Michigan. Stairs to private beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Michigan. Magoon Creek Nature Area is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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. 41 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

As advertised

Property had amazing views and was very nice. The newer stairs to the beach were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Fishin trip

Plenty of space for everyone. Only issue we had was cell reception which you can't really blame on the property. Great location and had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barb B.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

I DO NOT RECOMMEND

I arrived at this facility with 3 of my 6 guests. Condition of the home was absolutely horrible. We could not stay in this home as patio door frames and window cranks were broken. Unbelievable flies (alive and deceased) The list is long with supporting pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael L.

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

Beautiful Lake Front-but property needs TLC!

The location and view of the lake were fantastic. However, the interior and exterior need updating. The exterior grounds have been neglected and need some attention. The fire pit area has several stumps that pose a trip hazard. The interior needs some serious updating. Additional, the cleanliness of the home could have been significantly better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Doug N.

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

Family Gathering, late August 2024

We had daughters, son in laws and grandchildren with us for one week. Everyone enjoyed their stay. Fire pit was a big hit. Nice deck. The cliff edge (common to most properties in this area) was a constant worry for the 3-year old but short non-lawn area acts as a deterrent. The 88 steps to lake was a good workout for grandpa but grandma couldn't manage it. No A/C in sleeping rooms as noted in the description was not a major problem as we had 65-70^ breeze every evening. Lower level rooms are more rustic than upper levels and need refresh. House has strange layout with 3 front doors and two stairs; was it a duplex at one time??? Carpet on main stair was ready for the dumpster a while ago. Overall, a positive experience. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Constance M.

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

Beautiful views, but needs a deep clean and maintenance

Pros: great setting, beautiful views of the lake, lots of bedrooms for our large family, nice fire pit, wonderful little beach area (down approximately 88 steep stairs), large kitchen. Cons: this house needs a decent cleaning and maintenance. The carpeting on the entryway stairs is dirty and stained, the bathroom floors were dingy around the edges, the window sills had bugs, there were dust mice under the beds, and we battled fruit flies the entire week. Every bathroom had loose fixtures, the kitchen chairs had legs falling off, the freezer had a hard time freezing, 2 out of 3 refrigerator door racks were broken, the dishwasher top rack was broken. This was such a disappointment, especially considering how much we paid for a week here. We understand that a lake house might be a bit rustic, but this was not up to VRBO standards.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James S.

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

Manistee is lively...but the house is tired

The sunsets from the deck of the house are stunning and the location of the house, close to Manistee and among other beautiful homes is perfect. However, the house is 'tired'. The carpeted stairway leading to the main level is stained and years passed replacement (It's the first thing you notice when you enter the home). The laminate flooring throughout the house is of low quality and coming apart. The doors and windows all need to be replaced. The layout of the house worked well for our families (8 adults and 5 small children). The kitchen functioned well and their was plenty of room for dining. The 89 steps to the beach, while in good shape, are all the exercise I needed for the week. The beach is small and rocky and the wood in the water (former breakwall??) is somewhat unsafe for the kids. We chose to use the public beaches, downtown Manistee, which are a short drive away, and absolutely awesome...very clean and great facilities. There are several well-maintained and challenging (but very playable) golf courses in close proximity to the house. The evening concerts in the area are fabulous. Overall, I fell in love with Manistee and the surrounding area and will definitely return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

Big and comfortable

Beautiful views from deck. Kids loved looking for rocks on our beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Perfect Stay!

We rented the house for a bachelorette weekend for my daughter and her bridal party. And it was absolutely perfect. The house was tidy and offered everything we needed and more. We had plenty of space for our group and enjoyed playing on the beach every day. We especially loved spot for the campfire, it was incredibly scenic and a nice spot to chill even when we weren't having a fire. We had a fantastic weekend and everything went great. Many thanks to the owner of this property, we couldn't have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

weekend get away

everything was great would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith J.

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

Family Vacay!

Extended family getaway in over a year, celebrated a mom/gma’s special birthday and time spent with a special dad/papa. The time spent relaxing, laughing, eating, watching football, playing games, rock finding and town shopping was just what we needed. We all admired the lake view and enjoyed the cozy fireplace. Super clean, fully stocked, plenty of room for all of us, great communication, and looking forward to our next visit! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb D., Holland, MI

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

Exactly what we wanted and we plan to visit again!

This was perfect for 8 middle-aged women who don’t want to share a bed and love the lake and outdoors and cooking and keeping cozy in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock M.

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

A must stay location!

No words can describe this property. My family and I, a part of 8 stayed here for the weekend. We had plenty of room for all of us. The view was awesome. It was raining so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck. My wife and I will definitely be renting again. The communication with Josh was like it should be always there to answer your text or call. As an owner of a property management company this is how a rental should be like. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Perfect location for a large group!

The views of Lake Michigan are amazing, and the host was quick to respond to our last-minute request. Our group had a fabulous time! Blue House was everything we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

thomas f.

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

Great Lakes view

Beautiful view and enough space for a large group of people
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

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

Family Fun

The house was as advertised. Big, clean, great views and located near dowtown Manistee. The only concern I had was the significant drop off going down to the shoreline. We had small children ages 4-8 which we had to be super vigilant watching. Swimming at the beach at the bottom of the stairs wasnt an option but we had plenty of other great locations to swim nearby. It was a great time and I highly recommend this home for family get togethers. Ken
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

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

Secluded and lovely; could use some updating

The place is overall very nice, with plenty of space and bedrooms. The deck is great for meals and hanging out, with a fantastic view and great breeze. Might be because it was late in the season but the whole place felt a little dirty and run down. Not a problem with the housekeeping - just feels like the whole property could use a deep clean and some updating in a few places. Overall, though, we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn L.

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

Beautiful overlook

Great deck for family gatherings overlooking Lake Michigan. Perfect for enjoying the view and plenty of room for kids to play.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran F.

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

Family Getaway

Property had an abundance of space for our extended family getaway. Access to the beach was a huge bonus. Kitchen was well stocked and had just about any cookware, utensil, appliance you could think of!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Fantastic Lake Michigan house

This property is perfect for a large group. Plenty of space to spread out, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen. The deck with Lake Michigan view can’t be beat. This was our group’s second summer at this property and we will return in 2024. We really appreciated the new grille this year. Property manager responded promptly to any questions. This location and home are awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bill b.

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

great trip

Josh Orton, the owner, was very helpful. His beautiful home was well maintained, had great views, was large enough to provide a lot space and privacy for a good-sized group (we had grandparents, parents and grandkids for a total of 14 people). The location was also excellent since it was located close to a lot of activities and yet was on a quiet road. A quality rental with a helpful owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Meg K.

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

Comfortable stay

Our multi family group enjoyed our stay a lot! A few favorites: -location -porch -beach -bonfire pit -space and bedrooms -easy parking -nice big kitchen and plenty of room to eat as a group As a decorator, I would Love to get my hands on this property and enhance it with some updates but it met our needs. We did need to buy ant killer to put in the upstairs bathroom. But that’s life up north!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary Y.

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

Awesome views of Lake Michigan

Comfortable, spacious and amazing views
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pati B., Lowell, MI

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

Girls weekend

Nice stay at this property. The ownner txted us early that mirning to let us know it was ready to go so we didnt even have to wait for check in. Plenty if space for everyone, kitchen eas well sticked and had everything we needed. Plenty if towels. Lot of stairs down to the beach but of course thats not the owners fault, its just tye luck if lake michigan shoreline. Overall, a great stay. Highly recommend for groups.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

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

Beach House

Nice large home, very clean and keep up well. Would return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Tammy

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English, Spanish
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