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Beautiful Private Lake Michigan Beach House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10399.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Manistee, MI
- Orchard Beach State Park5 min drive
- Manistee County Beaches5 min drive
- Little River Casino13 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Outdoor hot/cold Shower
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Private Lake Michigan Beach House
This is a unique 4,250 sq ft 1940's cottage on a low bluff that has been completely updated, expanded and renovated to maintain the feel of the original
property. It is 'on the beach' with 160 feet of lakefront - three times the size of most of the properties in this beautiful enclave of Manistee. Located 4 miles from downtown Manistee, this cottage is it's own slice of heaven.....very private and lovely.
There is a gourmet kitchen, beautiful original stone fireplace that is used year round, and the grounds are spectacular. Large front (Lakeside) patio is perfect for a late evening bbque and sunset. The back (street side) patio is perfect for coffee while the sun comes up. There are hiking trails within walking distance. Great biking routes and you can even bike into town. Currently, because of the high water levels, we have sandy cove instead of endless walkable beachand we have a massive seawall which has a very large sandy area with a firepit and seating. This is a private seawall for our property. There is easy accessibility to our private beach cove. And there are large beaches at both of the public beaches in town with playgrounds. This is the perfect getaway for a family.
This is a private home - It is smoke free and pets free. We do
not accept large groups who just want to have a party house - we
are respectful of our neighbors and we request our renters to
maintain a peaceful decorum. Please no fireworks and ensure that the beach fire is completly out before leaving the beach.
Keywords: Lake Michigan, Beachfront, Cottage, Beach House, Private, Beach,
property. It is 'on the beach' with 160 feet of lakefront - three times the size of most of the properties in this beautiful enclave of Manistee. Located 4 miles from downtown Manistee, this cottage is it's own slice of heaven.....very private and lovely.
There is a gourmet kitchen, beautiful original stone fireplace that is used year round, and the grounds are spectacular. Large front (Lakeside) patio is perfect for a late evening bbque and sunset. The back (street side) patio is perfect for coffee while the sun comes up. There are hiking trails within walking distance. Great biking routes and you can even bike into town. Currently, because of the high water levels, we have sandy cove instead of endless walkable beachand we have a massive seawall which has a very large sandy area with a firepit and seating. This is a private seawall for our property. There is easy accessibility to our private beach cove. And there are large beaches at both of the public beaches in town with playgrounds. This is the perfect getaway for a family.
This is a private home - It is smoke free and pets free. We do
not accept large groups who just want to have a party house - we
are respectful of our neighbors and we request our renters to
maintain a peaceful decorum. Please no fireworks and ensure that the beach fire is completly out before leaving the beach.
Keywords: Lake Michigan, Beachfront, Cottage, Beach House, Private, Beach,
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love children - they will have a blast!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please return all patio and beach chairs to their proper place. Please do not leave any furniture on the grass - or on the beach below the seawall.
Check the premises for any personal belongings and if you had a pet on the property, please clean up any pet waste before departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Manistee
Located in Manistee, this holiday home is on the beach. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orchard Beach State Park and Portage Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Manistee, MI
What's nearby
- Orchard Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Manistee County Beaches - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
- Little River Casino - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Little River Casino Resort - 12 min drive
- Culver's - 7 min drive
- Painted Lady Saloon - 10 min drive
- China Buffet - 9 min drive
- Burger King - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jill Sperling
We all love Michigan - Jill grew up in Manistee and then moved to NY in 1985 and then with her husband Skip, to Los Angeles in 1989. Buying this home in 2001 has allowed us to give our children unique summer experiences as Jill had growing up in this beautiful Victorian town. We have been able to spend summers on the shore of Lake Michigan since purchasing this home
The Cottage was built in 1947 and the original space remains the same with a few renovations. As our family grew, and friends started to visit, we enlarged the space to include additional bedrooms and bathrooms. This not only created extra space but special private areas for reading, resting and playing games.
We hope you will enjoy The Cottage and give your families the same summer experiences and form memories as we have.
The Cottage was built in 1947 and the original space remains the same with a few renovations. As our family grew, and friends started to visit, we enlarged the space to include additional bedrooms and bathrooms. This not only created extra space but special private areas for reading, resting and playing games.
We hope you will enjoy The Cottage and give your families the same summer experiences and form memories as we have.
Why they chose this property
Jill grew up in Manistee and loved being on Lake Michigan and enjoyed the beaches all summer long. We wanted a place to get our family out of the city and be close to family and friends during the summer. This is a unique property with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh air, beautiful sunsets and family.
What makes this property unique
Relaxation, beautiful sunsets, great friends and family near by. The city of Manistee is charming with lovely Victorian storefronts, good food and a beautiful river walk. We love to venture into town, however, we hardly leave the property because we have all we need to keep us relaxed and occupied. There is a swingset, tetherball, and basketball court on the property. Plus lots of wildlife, including deer, eagles, raccoons, lots of birds and sometimes fox. We always have a pet toad and frog show up to catch the knats.
Languages:
English, French
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