Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge

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A lakeside seating area with metal chairs and a fire pit.
A bathroom with a nautical-themed shower curtain, a white sink, and a window with a towel rack.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a blue sofa with a decorative pillow.
A living room with a fireplace, two wicker chairs, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a white headboard, and three sailboats on the headboard.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Free Soil, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamlin Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Free Soil

Located in Free Soil, this cottage is on the waterfront. Manistee National Golf Course and Hemlock Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Douglas Park and Amber Elk Ranch. West Michigan Fairgrounds and Sandcastles Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Free Soil, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hamlin Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 40 min drive - 50.4 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 43 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Perch At Hobby Crest - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Barnhart's Marina Resort - ‬43 min drive
  • Barnhardts
  • ‪Ma and Pa's Gluten Free Cafe & Mini Golf - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Pub - Hamlin Lake - ‬43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Lake Michigan. Hamlin Lake and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful setting. Nice/clean cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our 2-night stay in this charming, secluded cottage right on Lake Hamlin. The cottage was very clean and nicely decorated, and Deb was very responsive to questions. One thing to know: the cottage can be a bit difficult to find once you turn off the main dirt road, but Deb provided detailed directions which were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property exactly as it looked like online. Great communication and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our anniversary getaway. The space was clean and kitchen well equipped for staying in some nights to cook. We both needed to spend time listening to the gentle waves and watching the sunsets. We enjoyed spending time in Ludington when not at the boat house, Ludington Meat Co., farmer's market, Kilwin's, and fishing. Thank you sharing your space with us, we left feeling refreshed and plan to return sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Thats what we like to hear!!! Come up tight, leave relaxed and refreshed. The lake always does that for people. Looking forwatdto your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Very clean and nicely decorated inside and outside. Beautiful view of the lake. If you don’t like peace and quiet this is not for you. Perfect location if you like to explore north Michigan. Deb was an awesome host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to our cottage and seeing what upper michigan has to offer. Lighthouses, sleeping bear dunes, manistee forest festival, nordhouse dune trails to lake michigan, ludington state park, and our favorite, hamlin lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean cabin with its amazing lake view! We enjoyed the fire pit in the evening, and sitting on the boat dock during the day. Very pleasant wooded grounds and very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly stunning location on Hamlin lake and just a few minutes from Nordhouse Dunes. Cabin was comfortable, clean, and host was very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, cozy little lakeside cottage! So relaxing with some exciting fishing. Hosts were wonderful…very helpful and always available.
Majestic eagle and eaglet below on branch.
Beautiful mornings!
Beautiful day’s ending!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
So glad you got some fish! Just find a great spot and you have to go home...but theres always next year. Glad you got that motir running and could get out there. Sorry the battery we had didnt work. Glad to be of assistance when needed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We had a wonderful stay! Perfect location for all sorts of exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is like a piece of heaven on earth. So peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place and host

This place had a great location on the water and was very clean and well kept. Deb was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay and made the check in/our process very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little Oasis

Amazing stay, loved watching the sunset over the lake/dunes. Perfect, relaxing vacation - got to enjoy campfire and catching small fish off the dock. Thanks for great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very clean cottages, friendly and helpful hosts. Quiet and secluded- perfect for us. Thank you!ver

Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
We take pride in the cleanliness and maintenance of our cottages and property. Thank you for appreciating our efforts. We look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful!

My husband and I stayed a week and loved it! This is a beautiful cottage with everything you will need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed your time in our cottage. Looking fordward to next time, more cooperative weather though! But you made it a memorable stay regardless of mother nature!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little slice of Heaven

The property was breathtaking, the cabin was amazing, and the hosts were so thoughtful and helpful. We cant wait to come back next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cottage

The cottage, location and experience were perfect. The cottage is just right for two. Clean (spotless) comfortable and so well appointed. Enjoyed fishing off the dock, building a fire and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
You had some nice weather to enjoy the lake! Always an adventure at hamlin lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

It was wonderful would go back again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible place, every detail taken care of, couldn’t ask for anything better!

Owners were AMAZING, every detail thought of and taken care of. Cottage was adorable, well stocked and so clean!! We already booked for next year!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage! It was cute, clean, and felt very welcoming from the moment we arrived. The view of the lake was absolutely beautiful and made for a peaceful, relaxing getaway. We especially appreciated the quiet and the natural beauty that surrounded us — it was the perfect place to unwind. The location was ideal for outdoor activities, with great opportunities for biking, hiking the nearby Nordhouse Dunes, and kayaking from a convenient public boat launch. We would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible sunset

What an adorable little cabin! It was perfect for what we were after. It was so quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best place to stay.

Peaceful! So quiet.Beautiful little cabin.The surroundings beyond gorgeous with the lake and the colorful trees. We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hamlin kake

Loved this cottage , updated ,great location perfect size definitely intend to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Happy Place

Personal hosts, quiet/peaceful, open water view, clean cabin, HVAC works, boat dock, want to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great adventure getting to cabin, but it was worth it. This was one of the nicest properties we've stayed at. Everything was perfect. The cabin was well stocked and very peaceful. We went into Ludington and Manistee during the days and sat at the waters edge at sunset. The birds kept us company and we were visited by an eagle.Deb and Mark were incredibly friendly and welcoming.Looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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