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The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest

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Stairwell entrance from River Street.
Historic River Street - Theater, Shopping, Dining
Private parking leads to covered deck and 2 entrances to The Place.
Full Kitchen w/snackbar
Dining Room and living room view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Manistee Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

12 x 12 Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom w/private bath

1 Double Bed

Sleeping Area

1 Double Futon

Small BDR w/twin

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest

"The Place" is located in one of the old brick buildings in downtown Manistee between the theater and the pub. It's across the street from the scenic Riverwalk, less than 1 mile from beautiful Lake Michigan and footsteps away from restaurants and shops. Built in 1882, "The Place" has retained the hardwood floors and 11' ceilings. The 1400 sq. ft. of comfy living space is a great place to relax after a day at the lake, hiking in the Manistee Nat'l Forest, or skiing at Crystal Mountain, or golfing at Manistee or Arcadia Bluffs

Property manager

Cathy Miller

Languages

English

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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
Sleeper couch is not a trampoline. No jumping.
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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
Check-in time is 4 pm EDT, and check-out time is 11 am EDT

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this apartment is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Orchard Beach State Park, while Manistee County Historical Museum and Ramsdell Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • Ramsdell Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manistee Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • First Street Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Little River Casino - 8 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jailhouse Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Place to be is Manistee- Riverwalk, beautiful Lake Michigan, National Forest located?

Located in the heart of Manistee, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manistee County Historical Museum and Lake Michigan. Ramsdell Theater and Manistee Lake are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

erica g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location! Location! Location!
Beds/ mattresses Pillows could be updated King bed could be in one room, Queen in the other room and a double could definitely fit in the smallest room and would be much more comfortable for an adult to sleep in. Great location and prompt coutious response when ever I reached out! We enjoyed our family stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
annual trip
This is I believe the 4th or 5th time we have stayed at this property and hope to continue to make it our annual family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We returned for a second stay at The Place - we really enjoyed it. Love being right in the middle of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great oasis in downtown Manistee
Very nice unit with a patio deck and seating on one side and the Main Street in the other—the best of both worlds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina S., Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean
Great location and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

RHONDA L., DELTON, MICHIGAN USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Property is very charming if you’re into high ceilings, wood floors which we all are. Amazing covered porch. If we are in Manistee area would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located home away from home in Manistee
We enjoyed a clean, comfortable, thoughtfully appointed home during our first visit to Manistee. We had immediate access to the river walk, restaurants and ability to walk to the beaches and playgrounds. Besides the spacious indoor area the house provided a large covered deck with plenty of seating. We had use of beach chairs, umbrellas, indoor games and toys for the grandbabies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine a C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great amenities and location.
All the amenities for the weather, for a beach you could want. Umbrellas, beach chairs. Great location. We only had a minor issue but host was very responsive. I would bring a sleep mask though- which I always do when I travel. The back 2 bedrooms are very bright in the AM. Lovely apartment and Manistee is such a great destination!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small town charm in the midst of Nature's bounty
Very comfortable place to relax in between outings to the beach, hiking, canoeing, winery, rivers, lakes, Lake Michigan. Lots to do in this area, but we mostly just took it easy. The Place has high ceilings, hard wood floors, nice rugs, a nice kitchen, dining area, nice outside covered deck, private parking. Very near TJ's Pub and other restaurants. Ice cream and chocolates across the street. The river walk is a block away and the beach on Lake Michigan is a mile away. 30 minute walk. There's a nice park there also. And if you fish, Manistee is the place to be. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G., South Lyon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Very clean, cool spacious place with a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
We had a great stay at The Place. The back porch is charming and we loved that we could step right out the front door to the street front. Great restaurants were just a few feet from the doorstep. We recommend TJ’s Pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place have stayed at same place the past three years
Love it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
This is our 3rd summer staying at The Place in Manistee. Such a great time. Close to everything and we lucked out on weather and got 3 beach days that week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Manistee Lake Michigan fishing
A bucket list fishing trip. This VRBO is perfect for staying close in Manistee, the stores, the riverfront, all of it. We had a great experience and recommend this place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setting
Perfect for what we needed. Owner was very helpful and communicative. The Place was clean and had everything we needed. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manistee Golf Getaway
Great location in downtown Manistee and 30 minutes from Arcadia Bluffs golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother’s Day Weekend
My mom, sisters and I always take a weekend trip for Mother’s Day weekend. The Place was perfect. The accommodations were awesome and being right in town was fun. We were able to walk everywhere and really enjoyed our stay. We like to cook and we’re super impressed with how stocked the kitchen was with essentials for cooking. We’ve been many places that have only one pot or pan. We had everything we needed to cook dinner each night and breakfast each morning. Everything was super clean and beds were comfy! Communication with the host was very prompt and easy! We would all recommend this location to anyone who was looking to stay in Manistee for the weekend (or longer!). Thank you again for a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leung W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend just for the guys
The condo was perfect for 4 guys doing a golf weekend. Location was perfect for all the local golf courses. Being in downtown Manistee was also a plus. Great pubs and restaurants. The condo was clean and spacious. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbara k., presque isle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place , great location. Fun!!!
My friends and I had a great time. It was beautiful, comfortable, and well stocked. The location was awesome!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Anne B., Trenton MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant and charming
This spacious apartment was the perfect location, close to shopping and the beaches. It had just about everything we needed. The toilet paper supply was very limited and there were only 2 bathroom hand towels. The host was very accommodating and responded to our communications quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Great downtown loft big enough for a busy family of 5. Close to beaches and outdoor activities and front door opens to downtowns many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a great place, easy access to Manistee and traveling outside of the area
Second time renting, just really well done, we accidently set off the alarm
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip with Grandson before college
Location was great for all the things we wanted to do - The Place was very clean and perfect for the 3 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darrin H., Wichita

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Really enjoyed our time at The Place”. Close to lots of shopping and beach. House was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gloria O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment right downtown
We loved the location near shops, restaurants, and the riverwalk. The apartment was super clean and the back patio was a great place to hang out. We had private parking in the back that was really convenient. The beach was just a short drive away and it was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Miller

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Why they chose this property

In my many travels for work and pleasure I make every effort to enjoy the beauty of my surroundings, as well as the history and culture of the local residents. Aside from the beautiful photos and memorable moments I share with others, I always remember where I stay. The place needs to be clean, comfortable, and convenient to areas of interest. "The Place" in Manistee does all this and more. It was built in 1882 and has retained its' charm with the original wood flooring, high ceilings and pocket doors, yet it has been refurbished to include the modern amenities that make travelers feel at home. When I travel to Manistee for a long weekend get-away, I look forward to relaxing on the deck, dining out or eating in, walking the Riverwalk to the clean and spacious beaches, taking in a beautiful sunset at Lake Michigan, and then ending the day with a good movie/book and peaceful sleep. I hope you will too!

What makes this property unique

The living space is spacious and comfortable, with amenities to make one feel at home. Private parking in the back of the building provides 2 private entrances, allowing for easy entry with luggage and groceries. Guests can watch parades from the new Pella windows or enjoy festivities at the street level, then use the private entrance on River Street to enter The Place. A new covered deck with ample seating for relaxing or dining can be enjoyed during the rain, and even on hot summer days the surrounding shade trees and offshore breeze keep the deck area comfortable.

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English
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