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Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town!

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Cedar (before it’s front porch) and Macatawa cottages- Macatawa is on the right.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mackinaw City, MI
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town!

A one bedroom bright and cheery cottage which is one of 3 on this property. It is walking distance to town. The focal point is the large screened front porch with a table and chairs for dining, and a wicker loveseat and chair for relaxing. Its the perfect place to unwind after a busy day of sight seeing or to sip a cup of coffee in the morning. The kitchen has everything you need to cook any meal. And the full bathroom has a shower/tub combo. The bedroom has a queen bed while the living area has a full size sofa bed. TV/cable and internet are included, with games and books for your enjoyment also. It is a short walk to town and to the Straights. (The cottage is not waterfront). And a quick drive gets you to the Headlands Dark Sky Park, sandy beaches, and the UP. We feel this is ideal for 2 people, but can sleep 3 or 4 if really needed.
If this is booked or if you are interested in waterfront a few miles out of town, please check out the site for “Pointe West”. The address is Carp Lake, but it’s located on Lake Michigan between Mackinaw City and Wilderness State Park.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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

About the area

Mackinaw City

Mackinaw City is home to this cottage. 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 Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Mackinaw City, MI

What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Macatawa- Mackinaw City Cottage, walking distance to town! located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kaylea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and organized! Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been our 3rd time staying here for the Bridge walk. It is the perfect place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location clean and comfy place to stay. We rented all 3 properties on this lot and had a couples retreat. We couldn't have asked for a better place or location. Was absolutely great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at this property. Hosts are super nice and good communicators. Nice quiet neighborhood. Good places to eat within walking distance. Highly recommend Darrow's Family Restaurant. Never had a bad meal and the pies are outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint and comfy cabin. We absolutely loved our stay at the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little house! A perfect spot to enjoy Mackinaw City and surrounding areas. Well kept house and yard. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drake D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage! Was cute and super comfy! Within walking distance to so many things! Highly recommend and we hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Cottage

Great accessibility to local shops and attractions. Loved the porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 3 nights in this sweet cottage. We loved the screened in porch. The furniture and beds are comfortable. I liked that it was a little away from the main part of Mackinaw City, but close enough we could walk to most places.We would love to stay there again if we’re ever in the area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly as pictured and perfect for my husband and I. Kitchen was well stocked. Queen bed was comfortable. Shower pressure very good. Location is close enough to walk to Sheeplers ferry and the Crossings shopping area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KYLE L.

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

Best Mac Stay!

Great location and perfect for small family. Super clean, well equipped and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy self check-in. The house is cute and well maintained. The pullout couch did have mouse poop on it though. I'm guessing it doesn't get used much. It was still gross and luckily we had a blow up mattress for our child.Otherwise the place was nice & clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much! The cottage was comfortable and clean, and the porch was the highlight. The owner gave a lot of attention to detail in decor and in stocking the kitchen with good tools for preparing meals. The location was excellent--quiet but walking distance to stores and restaurants. One teeny complaint: the grates on the grill are badly rusted. We would love to come back sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed this little gem. It was centrally located to so many activities. The weather was terrific and loved the porch for evening games. Thanks to Todd for coming out to rescue two sisters who aren’t very savvy with the door lock system.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Macatawa cottage

Cozy cottage with plenty of amenities! Close to downtown Mackinaw City as well as within walking distance to some restaurants and activities. Cottage was perfect for couples or family with young children. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Comfy Cozy Cottage for One

I stayed in the Macatawa City Cottage for 3 nights and felt like I was home. The decor is understated and tasteful; the bed is comfortable; the shower had plenty of hot water, and I enjoyed most of my meals IN because the kitchen has everything one needs. It was also a walkable distance to the ferry that goes to the island, which I enjoyed exploring for the first time. I would recommend this cottage for a couple or single guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Charming Cottage Stay in Mackinaw City!

We had a wonderful time staying in this cute and quaint cottage. It was just perfect for two adults and a child. The cottage had everything we needed and felt cozy and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The location is fantastic, within easy walking distance to downtown Mackinaw City, which made exploring shops, restaurants, and the waterfront super convenient. It also served as the perfect base camp for day trips in every direction, whether we were heading to the island ferry, hitting local attractions, or just out for a scenic drive. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Great place

Great location.close to town. Quite Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Perfect location

This cottage was perfectly located, close to the downtown area yet still quiet and private. We enjoyed our stay and have already recommended it to some friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean W.

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

Very nice but with a few disappointments

We were enticed by the look and location of this cottage, and those did not disappoint. We were able to make it through the week and have a good time, but did have to deal with some quirks. We were excited to be able to sit and eat meals in the screened porch, but were unable to due to a black fly infestation (see image). Eventually, even moving through the porch to come and go became daunting. Additionally, the hot water only lasted about 10 minutes, making it difficult to shower and do the dishes at the same time of day. The strong scents on the furniture were also not ideal. But if at least the fly problem was taken care of, we would definitely consider renting this one again!
A sample of the fly infestation on the front porch. It got worse as the week went on.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Cute place in a great location

Nice little place. All we needed. Very convenient location in a great town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda G.

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

Weekend Getaway

Cute little renovated cottage close to everything. Hosts were great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Quaint, cozy and perfect!

An excellent stay! Relaxing and a great location for getting around Mackinaw City and beyond. Perfect for the couples getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Peaceful!

Brother and his wife stayed here with their 11 year old. Comfortable and clean. Pullout couch was nice for the young child. Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

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

Dreaming of Mackinac Island

Ive been dreaming of seeing Mackinac Island for years!! Thank you for welcoming us into your home!! It is a beautiful home and we enjoyed our stay so very much!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Jacki VanHuis

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We bought this property as a "fixer upper" opportunity. We enjoy renovating projects together and love Mackinaw (vacationed here every summer with our kids) so this was the perfect place for us. The 3 cottages give us a vacation home that will fit all of us as our children get married and have their own families.

Why they chose this property

We also love this place for its history as part of the Lazy T resort decades ago. So to restore these cottages and rent them again for families to enjoy is an added benefit. Plus Mack City is a great starting point for other travels to the U.P. and other northern Michigan tourist towns.

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