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Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15

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Outdoor dining
Classic up-north cottage surrounded by woods on backside, Lake Michigan in front
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 15213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Onekama, MI
  • Portage Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15

Located in beautiful Portage Point nestled between Lake Michigan and Portage Lake, this six bedroom, two and a half bath home offers the best of all worlds with private Lake Michigan beach frontage and access to beautiful Portage Lake. Recently updated with all new bedding, updates in all bathrooms, new carpet and blinds! Enjoy the glorious sunsets each night from the sun room, the large deck or from a bonfire on your own private beach. Experience the charm and history of this special cottage where families and friends have vacationed for generations. The home provides various spaces for gathering, board games, puzzles, and reading. The fully equipped kitchen has all you need to host large groups, including a dishwasher and two refrigerators. The second-floor master has a king size bed and a stunning view of the big lake. There are three more bedrooms on the second floor, one with a king bed, one with a queen, and one with trundle bed and a full-size bed. Third floor bedrooms include one with a queen bed and one with four twins. Full baths are on floors one and two. Enjoy grilling on the patio and take advantage of the full size outdoor shower for post-lake swims.
CANCELLATION POLICY: from Memorial weekend to Labor Day weekend receive a full refund of your deposit if cancelled 120 or more in advance of arrival. This overrides VRBO's indication of no refund.
The surrounding area boasts watersport rentals, fishing, golf, wineries, berry picking, biking, shopping, hiking, local casino and exploring. For boat owners, there are public boat ramps and weekly slip rentals available. See the Welcome Guest Book for more details. Several championship golf courses within 20 miles including Arcadia Bluffs, Heathlands, Crystal Mountain, Bear Lake County Highlands, Manistee National, Manistee Golf and Country Club, and Pinecroft. Try charter fishing for salmon on Lake Michigan, or fly fishing on miles of pristine trout streams. Fish in Portage Lake for bass, pike, walleye and perch. Walk to the historical Portage Point Inn and Resort for ice cream, summer food truck, local music and nightlife at Lahey’s Pub. Try your hand at the Little River Casino only ten miles away. Visit Iron Fish Distillery! Drive along scenic M 22 to explore Frankfort, Glen Arbor and Manistee. Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes are one hour away.
Though bedding and bath towels are provided, you bring your own beach towels, beach chairs, and beach toys.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Fee is $25 per dog per day. Keep off furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Memorial Day thru Labor Day cancellation policy is actually 120 days or more before arrival date for a full refund of your deposit less 5%.
Bring your own bath towels and toiletries. Bring you own beach towels and beach toys.

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

About the area

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Manistee County Historical Museum 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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Onekama, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manistee County Beaches - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Pierport Beach - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Little River Casino - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 18 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Laheys Public House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Buffet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15 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 Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Cottage, Private Beach & Sunsets, Large Deck, Sleeps 15 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Onekama cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Sternberger

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