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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
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mackinaw City, MI
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • 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.

Property manager

Todd and Jacki VanHuis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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 and mountain biking.
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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

Anne E.

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

A Lovely Little Cottage

We really enjoyed staying in this lovely little cottage. The decor is lovely and the cottage feels very homey and cozy. We particularly liked the screened-in front porch. The location is great - we were able to bike to the ferry, which was convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Perfect biking base...

Macatawa was as wonderful as we remembered it and the sweet new coffeemaker made my vacation! This is the perfect location for us to bike Mackinac Island and both sides of Lower Michigan including the Huron Sunrise Trail and Little Traverse Wheelway. We will always plan for future returns to this special rental...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristin C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Unfortunately, this rental was not all I had hoped based on the reviews of others who stayed. The best thing about it was the accessibility to Mackinaw City and downtown restaurants, ferry and interstate. The cleanliness was ok, but
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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

Excellent Bride Groom Weekend Stay

My niece and now hubby stayed at this location when they got married at Dark Sky Park. They’ve enjoyed their stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Great location!

This property is perfect if you want to walk the bridge on Labor Day. It is close to all the shops and restaurants in Mackinaw City. The porch is wonderful too!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Mackinaw City

Great location, perfect for two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., MI, USA

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

Great place!

Wonderful place to stay! Property was very clean and exactly as described. Comfy bed. Walked to town several times. Good communication with hosts. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

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

Quaint little cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this little cottage. Terrific screened front porch which is where we spent most of our time when at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

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

Great location and property

You will not go wrong renting this VRBO. The screened porch is the best! The property is located close to downtown so you can walk safely to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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.

Languages:

English

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