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Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi

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Fire pit with seating facing the lake.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi

Our cottage is located in the middle of the beautiful sandy beach of Trails End Bay, on Lake Michigan.

Trails End Bay is really one of the most beautiful beaches on this part of Lake Michigan. Trails End Bay is located just West of Mackinaw City at the Straits of Mackinac. The sandy beach and clear water is perfect for swimming and water sports.

We have WiFi internet with 100 Mbps download/upload speeds! To go with that we have a Roku digital media player that offers access to streaming media content from various online services

Our two-bedroom, 1 bath cottage, includes an open floor plan with a large living room and kitchen with an eating area. One bedroom has a queen size bed and the other bedroom has two twin beds to accommodate four comfortably. The kitchen features a refrigerator, electric range, built-in microwave, garbage disposal, and dishwasher. The cottage faces West which opens it up to the gorgeous views and spectacular sunsets of this part of Lake Michigan.


The Mackinac Straits Area is the home of several National Historic sites including Mackinac Island. Mackinaw City attractions include, the Mackinaw Crossings outdoor mall, the Odawa Casino, numerous shops and gift stores. Not far is a live evening lumberjack show. Mackinaw City is also the gateway to Michigan's Upper Peninsula via the 'Mighty Mac' Mackinac Bridge and ferries to Mackinac Island. While in Mackinaw city you can tour the Ice Breaker Mackinac, Colonial Fort Michlimackinac, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and other attractions.

The Headlands International Dark Sky park is located less than a mile and a half from our cottage. From our beach we share the same view of the night sky offered at that park.

Keywords: trail's end bay, sandy beach, lake Michigan, Cecil Bay, dark sky park

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mackinaw City

Located in Mackinaw City, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Travelling with kids? Consider Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau - 46 min drive - 18.7 km
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 55 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Audie's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$429, 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 Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach Cottage -WiFi located?

Located in Mackinaw City, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Lake Huron and Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Mackinaw Heritage Village and McGulpin Point Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, quiet, beautiful sunsets
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described. Everything was perfect for our family getaway. The location and the beach were incredible!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

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

Moose cabin

We had a lovely family trip. Great location of cabin and nicely decorated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

First time in Northern Michigan

Great place, great area, great people
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Moose cabin was spectacular!

The beach was amazing, this location is just wonderful. The owners were so responsive and helpful. The welcome gift was so cute. 10/10 around the board on this one!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

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

Excellent stay

Moose lodge - absolutely! Great stay, informative book, super communication and relaxing. Close to Mackinaw city and bridge. Be sure to bring bug spray or bug tent as it is near the woods. Lake Water is cold - as expected. House has hot water. Clean, provided towels, sheets and garbage bags. Games and a few movies too. Even provided a welcome gift - unexpected and appreciated. Will definitely keep this place on my list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Peaceful, relaxing, beautiful

We enjoyed this comfortable, well-appointed cottage with a lovely view across the yard to Lake Michigan. The sun sets right in the middle of that view in August. The beach is nice for walking and the water was nice for plunging. We appreciated how very quiet it was. The queen bed was comfortable and cozy. Bring beach towels and maybe an extra blanket for chilly nights, though there is a good heater. We did not need to use the air conditioner. The kitchen is well-equipped, but there aren't any spices, coffee, condiments, etc., so bring what you need. The charcoal grill worked well. Communication with Dick & Sue was easy & prompt. They are very good hosts. This is one of the nicer VRBOs among the many we have rented.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Dream cottage

We rented this cottage to stay with the grandchildren ages 6, 3 and 5 months while their parents moved to Cheboygan. It is immaculate and well stocked with quality appliances, bedding, towels and many extras like cleaning supplies, paper towel, trash bags.... It is clear the owners take very good care of this property. There was even a welcome bag with some delicious Michigan treats waiting for us. The décor is a whimsical Moose theme to include children's books and DVDs. We cooked almost every meal and we had everything we needed. The beach side has a sliding door and 2 large windows which provide a perfect view of the water and beautiful sunsets. Windows and window treatments are also clean and high quality. We came to just enjoy the beach and it felt like home. The outside was just as well kept. Paul, the grounds keeper, had everything perfect for our arrival down to raking the beach, setting up and wiping down the chairs and picnic tables. He was very friendly, helpful and checked in with us periodically to see if we needed anything. It is clear he also takes care of this property as if it were his own. Hose next to the beach side entrance for spraying off sand was very handy and up on a holder so it could be easily accessed. The beach was perfect for our grandchildren - shallow, smooth, no rocks or weeds. I would highly recommend this property to anyone and will likely return since our kids now live in Cheboygan. It is close to everything Mac City has to offer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Awesome place!

This is a great getaway spot. Super clean, easy to find, and exactly as described. Awesome sand beach, clean water to swim in, and I probably have 10 different sunset pictures on my phone! Great communication with the owners. 5 stars across the board.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Great Little Cottage

We absolutely loved the Bull Moose Cottage. It fit our family of four perfectly. The cottage had a great sandy beach and the swimming was perfect. We spent a lot of time at the beach and can't wait to come back. Great location to base day trips to the U.P. and surrounding areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Sunsets at the Moose

What a gem this was! We were so impressed and happy as soon as we walked in the door to Moose Cottage! It was very clean and the the open floor plan is perfect for families. The furnishings are comfortable yet easy to care for which is very important with young children coming in and out all day. My boys, ages 5 and 10, had such a fun time playing on the beach and swimming- they were very sad to leave! The cottage was also very well equipped with puzzles, games, movies and books to entertain the kids at night and on rainy days. For the adults the sunsets were the most beautiful you could ask for and the peaceful sounds of the waves on the beach made it a truly relaxing place to stay. We would not hesitate to stay here again and look forward to doing so one day :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Amazing view

Exceeded our expectations. Clean, comfortable space. Lakefront, fire pit, & outdoor space amazing. Owners helpful and responsive. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Wonderful cottage!

We very much loved our stay at Moose Cottage. The photos in the listing don’t do it justice. It is lovely and peaceful and comfortable. Plenty of space for our party of three to spread out. Great communication, perfectly clean and gorgeous sunsets. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

Cute, clean & cozy with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Great location. Great hosts. Beautiful view. Didn’t want to leave!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Great cabin

Great little cabin. Not far from town, easy to find. Clean, has everything you would need besides food and clothing. Excellent location! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Lovely and relaxing

Wonderful property right on the beach. Beautiful sunsets and walks along the lakeshore. The kitchen has everything you need for meals on site if you like - the fire pit is wonderful under the stars. Comfy all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie D.

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

Perfect Lakeside Cottage

My husband and I stayed here during August for our Babymoon! The cottage was just what we were looking for- right on the lake, small private beach, secluded, and near Mackinac City! The cottage was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. I have already recommended this stay to some friends. We will be back! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

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

A lovely home with Lake Michigan in your backyard

It's a very clean home with well stocked kitchen. We loved having the lake in our backyard! We enjoyed having dinner outside, making smores at the fire pit, looking for stars, and the kids swam in the lake. It was also a very short easy drive to Mackinac Bridge. We were able to head to the UP on a few different days and visit Soo Locks, we did a Pictured Rocks cruise and checked out St. Ignace. We also spent a day at Mackinac Island, went to Petoskey beach and stayed in town one day. It was always relaxing to come home and make dinner and sit near the lake in the evening. My kids also loved the collection of board games and movies. A very relaxing place to stay, a home away from home. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Hidden Gem

We had a wonderful week swimming and relaxing. The sunsets were amazing and the home was so comfortable. It was immaculate when we arrived and the kitchen had most everything you could think of. You are very close to the ferries for Mackinac Island and of course close to the bridge to get to the UP, making day trips very easy. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Nice & Comfy

Very clean, very comfy, all the amenities of home with a beautiful sandy beach to walk on plus lovely sunsets. We would highly recommend this rental and would consider renting it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayla H.

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

TEB

Cute decor and very clean. Great rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Fantastic place!

The cottage is immaculate and the beach was perfect! Our family had a wonderful time at the cottage and exploring around the area. I highly recommend this rental property and hope to stay there again on a future vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

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

Beautiful clean cottage.

Great swimming nice clean cottage nice beach front.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Great place to stay

A very clean and comfortable cottage. Great sunset views, quiet and a great place to relax. The owners were great in their communication & willingness to help. Short drive into Mackinaw City & it's entertainments & places of interest. Then at night you can see a great display of the night sky. A real gem in the tip of the mitt!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Hypnotic Lake Michigan

We love Lake Michigan and this cottage let's us enjoy it close up every day.

About the host

Hosted by Richard & Sue

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Why they chose this property

The cottage has been in the family since 1966. It has been enjoyed by several generations of family members.

What makes this property unique

Just a few steps away to our sandy Lake Michigan beach. Downtown Mackinaw City with its many attractions is less than 10-minutes away.

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