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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Onekama, MI

Portage Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Little River Casino
‪19 min drive‬
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
‪19 min drive‬
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Portage Lake, close to DNR boat launch, North Point Park, walking distance to Lake Michigan. 7 minute drive to downtown Onekama, 12 minute drive to Arcadia Bluffs golf courses. Great place for families and memories.

Property manager

Walter and Carol Tamulis

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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

Property Registration Number 23-002

About the area

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this cottage is on a lake. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Onekama, MI

What's nearby

Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Pierport Beach - 17 min drive - 11.3 km
Little River Casino - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 19 min drive - 13.1 km
Manistee County Beaches - 21 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Glenwood - ‬9 min drive
‪Rosie's Place - ‬16 min drive
‪Blue Slipper Tavern - ‬11 min drive
‪Yellow Dog Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Papa J's Ice Cream & Eatery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Be our Guests at our Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Be our Guests at our Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be our Guests at our Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Be our Guests at our Guest House located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Portage Lake and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James D.

18 July 2023

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

Highly recommend!

We stayed here for several nights this July. The owners were very friendly and helpful, the location is great (very close to beaches and boat launches), and we all got a good night’s sleep. The accommodations were great. Highly recommend this location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CR J., Charleston, Il

29 August 2022

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

Good host

The place is a little dated but is a nice place to stay for a base camp for exploring the area. The host are super nice and very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

27 July 2024

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

Lisa

Wonderful week and hosts are amazing! Nice property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

15 August 2023

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

Wonderful place

My son and his wife and dog stayed at the cottage. It was wonderful and the owners were very welcoming and nice! Definitely a five star 🌟

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

18 August 2024

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

Nice and Cozy!

The cottage was homey and well-appointed. Mattresses could be softer for our tastes, futon and couch were very comfortable though. Owners very nice and accommodating, neighborhood very cool with nearby DNR boat and kayak launch and park with nature trails.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

11 September 2023

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

Best Home away from Home

Location is absolutely perfect. So easy to visit other areas (restaurants and attractions) that are north and south, but simply ideal for visiting Lake Michigan. The host are truly amazing. Always willing to help make my stay as comfortable as possible. Will definitely be back to visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

15 August 2023

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

Fabulous

We had an amazing stay with Walter and Carol. What great people and the attention to detail they show is impeccable!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S., Sarasota

18 August 2023

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

peaceful

We enjoyed our stay in Onekama. The cottage is small but clean and comfy. Communication responses were quick and efficient.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

22 August 2022

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

Cute little cottage

I felt the location was great. In between Manistee and Frankfort. A short drive in either direction was fine for us. The hosts are the sweetest people! My only complaint was the bed was terribly uncomfortable. But, the couch is a futon and the mattress was great, so we slept in the living room. Really enjoyed my trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dan T., Michigan

21 July 2022

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

Good Value

The guest house is small but serves the purpose of a place to sleep, shower, and cook meals. Its a short drive (5 minutes) to a nice sandy beach on Lake Michigan. The guest house isnt on Portage Lake but the main house (where the hosts live) is on the water and they invited us to use their patio and access the lake if we wanted to. The hosts are very kind and welcoming.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma

28 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We felt very welcomed by our hosts. They welcomed us to come by 2:15 instead of waiting till 4:00 since they did not have guests earlier that that day. Our beds were ready, Every thing was clean. There was fresh spring water in the refrigerator for us. They welcomed our dog too which was a blessing. The price was right.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

17 June 2024

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

Great weekend in an adorable cottage.

The property was exactly as described. My husband and I had a wonderful time with are two dogs. Carol and Walt felt like family from the moment we met them. The Cottage is adorable with all the necessary amenities to make our stay perfect. We were a two minute drive to Lake Michigan and spent our days soaking up the sun with our doggies. We arrive before the summer season so the town was not 'open' however it was a blast. My hubbie and I already plan on returning for a longer stay. Thank you Carol for being so fantastic. We are so grateful to have met you! Steph and Greg (plus Claire and Roger)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tarah H.

16 August 2022

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

Very quiet spot for a peaceful getaway.

We stayed here as a family with our 13, 8, and 7 year olds. There was room enough to spread out with a regular bedroom and a converted garage bunk room. The house is as described with vintage appliances, but all the amenities you could need. The main bed was hard for us adults to sleep on, so we took turns with the couch and futon. Nice TV with Netflix for evening relax time. The nearby beach on Lake Michigan was beautiful and a very short drive away. The property itself was on a quiet road with minimal cars. Very quiet and relaxing!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

13 September 2022

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

Cozy Guest House

Property owners went above and beyond with making sure we were satisfied. They even baked homemade blueberry muffins and served them warm to us. We would stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

30 August 2022

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

Jan’s Review

Very nice place, bigger than it looked in photos. Very helpful host .

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chip H.

11 August 2022

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

Great time!

Great hosts! Dog friendly.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

18 June 2022

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

Home Away from Home

What a perfect location, whereby one could experience "lake life" and close enough to enjoy the surrounding communities and everything they offer. This "home away from home was truly such a delight and very comfortable property for a get-away vacation. Such wonderful host that actually made you feel as if you were long time friends. I would recommend to anyone looking for a special time in the Lake Michigan area.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liza E., Kalamazoo Michigan

14 June 2022

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

Fabulous Location! Amazing Hosts!

The house was very nice and well maintained. The hosts went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. They were very gracious of our German Shepherd and welcomed him every time they saw him. We were looking for a place to recover from hip surgery, that was close to everywhere we wanted to go. We truly love this quaint cottage and the hosts that became friends.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Walter and Carol Tamulis

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

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