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Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City

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A house with a covered porch, two blue chairs, and a table.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island, and a dark wood floor.
A cozy room with a wooden bench, a white chair, and a table. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
A cozy room with a white sofa, a white armchair, and a small table with a book.
A lakeside property with a dock, a grassy lawn, and a small cabin.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Douglas Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Levering, MI
  • Place, Douglas Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Michigan Biological Station
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City

This newly remodeled cottage on Douglas Lake has all the amenities of home! Sleeps 7 comfortably with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. A fully-stocked kitchen and open concept living room/dining area Includes internet, YouTube tv, air-conditioning on the first floor and newly added on the second floor, ceiling fans in upstairs bedrooms, living room and dining rooms. There is a sunroom with a daybed and extra eating area. The cottage has 50 feet of private water frontage with a private dock.
Centrally located between Petoskey and Mackinaw City offers day trips to numerous locations in northern Michigan or simply stay and relax at the lake. Within 30 minutes of Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, Cheboygan, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Close to skiing, golf, snowmobile trails and the U.P.!! Douglas Lake has over 40% frontage owned by University of Michigan, ensuring a quiet setting!! This rental also comes with four kayaks.
We are very excited to share this cottage with you. We purchased the cottage in August 2018 and have updated everything. We feel very blessed with the opportunity to own a cottage on Douglas Lake and are happy to share it with you. We hope that you love northern Michigan as much as we do.

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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
IF ANY HOUSE RULES ARE BROKEN, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FULL SECURITY DEPOSIT!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2387371vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Levering

Located in Levering, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Bryan Wildlife Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cheboiganing Preserve and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Levering, MI

What's nearby

  • Douglas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bessey Creek Nature Preserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bryan Wildlife Nature Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Michigan Biological Station - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dam Site Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hoppie's Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Lake Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pellston Market - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Vacation House - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,418, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront MI Cottage on Douglas Lake between Petoskey & Mackinaw City located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Douglas Lake and Bryan Wildlife Nature Preserve. Bessey Creek Nature Preserve and Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome lake house! My family and I enjoyed the stay and the view. We were here for a long weekend(for the Mackinac Island Swim).The house was clean and worked out perfectly. I did have to communicate with the owner but she was quick to respond. Will 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house. It was updated and clean and very well laid out for our family. The kayaks were a big hit with our kids. Really great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean adorable Lake cottage. Our family had such a wonderful time! We will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house, on a beautiful lake, in a beautiful part of Michigan! My wife, another couple, and I loved it. There is absolutely no room for improvement!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Worked out well for us. Beds were a little hard but overall great place. The mosquitos were bad but that is due to rain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 6 adults that we were staying with at this home. Everything was accommodating for our needs. There was air conditioning downstairs and upstairs which was nice. The beds we slept on were comfortable. I think we turned the tv on 1 time to see if the Packer game was on! We spent our time either in the sunporch or outside. The outside view of the lake is very nice. The kayaks, paddle board, cornhole game were all used during our stay. We had a fire one of the nights but the mosquitoes were bad we didn't last long out there. It would've been awesome being able to take the pontoon out and check the lake out! All in all it was a great time had by all! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a pleasant stay at the cabin. I was glad to have watched the sunrise over the lake the first morning there. Unfortunately due to wildfire smoke and heat we did not get to utilize the outdoors as much as we wanted. My husband did use the kayak which was a great asset to the house. Thankfully there were puzzles and games to keep us entertained indoors. Coffee, tea, cocoa and spices were provided which was great. Although we did not use many, the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes. Checkin and checkout were easy. Host had great communication if there was something needed. Location was great- about a half hour to cheboygan, mackinaw city, and petoskey. Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

The house was everything we hoped it would be. Very conveniently located to all the places we visited. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed spending time at the lake and a great location for a day trip to Mackinac Island or the UP. The house is as advertised - with space to relax inside, on the porch, or on the dock chairs with your morning coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time at this lake front home for the week. It had all of the accommodations we needed and a relaxing view. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
Thank you for your review, Kim! I look forward to your return visit! Glad to hear your family had a wonderful stay! Take care, Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is well furnished and clean…The water front property offers a peaceful setting with the added bonus of brilliant sunrises and tranquil sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin on Lake Douglas

Cute property beautiful lake close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

We loved our stay at Douglas Lake. The attention to detail with paper products and toiletries was excellent. We loved the use of the kayaks and paddle board. Quiet and clean! Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

The property was great, very clean and updated. The view of the lake from the sunroom was amazing! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay - A place where you close your eyes and thank God!

We loved our stay here! Perfect place that has a lot of family time fun! Our teen boys enjoyed playing games and kayaks that were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2022
Jami, Thank You for the review! I would have your family back anytime!!! It is a hidden gem and we are glad we found it so that we can share with others! Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great girls getaway

We went on a girls trip and had a blast. The house was updated and super cute. Everything was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot on Lake Douglas

Very clean, nice and well-appointed cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2022
Thank you for the kind words, Robert! You are welcome back anytime! Take Care!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends Get away

We were there with dear friends, 3 couples The house is beautiful and has a beautiful lake view. The owner was very helpful. We would definitely return and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wish we could have stayed longer

This property was fantastic. We only wish we could have stayed an extra day or two to just enjoy the property itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly, home away from home! Clean and comfortable. Easy drive to one of the Ferry boats for Mackinac Island. Exactly has pictured. We loved being able to kayak.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

The house was clean, well provisioned and exactly as advertised, and has tons of amenities for families who want to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot to unplug and relax

Close to lots of day trip locations. Then come back and relax by the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
Alicia, thank you for your review! I'm glad you were able to relax and unwind by the lake while still traveling for day trips! Take care, Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

It was a wonderful stay. The view was beautiful and had lots to keep us occupied. The kitchen made it so easy to cook. The beds were comfortable. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable!!

This was one of the nicest houses we have stayed in thru VRBO. It was very clean, super cute and many amenities/things for us to use during our stay. I would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2022
Thank you for the kind words Kim! I'm glad you enjoyed the outdoor activities and appreciated the cleanliness of the lake house! Thank you also for taking such good care of the property! You are welcome back anytime! Take Care! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lake getaway

The lake house was clean, tidy and just as advertised. The lake is beautiful, and the recently updated home is exceptional. This house is ideal for lazy lake days, and also very convenient to Mackinac Island, Petoskey and even Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes if you are willing to take a bit of a drive. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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