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Lake Michigan Lakeside Retreat

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A single-story house with a large window, a wooden bench, and a small porch area.
A small, single-story cabin with a covered porch, a door with a window, and a small outdoor area with a bench.
A living room with a wooden entertainment center, a television, a fireplace, a lamp, and a chair.
A room with wooden flooring, a beige armchair, a dark blue armchair, a small wooden table, and a lamp.
A room with two bunk beds, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a window with a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Bark River, MI
  • Place, Island Resort & Casino
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Ludington Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

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About the area

Map
Bark River, MI

What's nearby

  • Island Resort & Casino - 23 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Chip-in Casino - 23 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Ludington Park - 27 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 28 min drive - 38.9 km
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 45 min drive - 66.0 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casperson's Cottage On The Rocks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan Lakeside Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Lakeside Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very cute location. Nice and peaceful with a beautiful view of the lake. Definitely recommend staying here if you need a cozy place to stay near Bark River or Escanaba!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is exactly as advertised.Very clean and well fitted out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was the perfect stay.It was absolutely stocked with whatever you need .The whole place was spotless too.The view of the lake was great for sunrises.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage located about 1/2 mile from M-35 and right on the lake. Quiet, clean, and charming. Awesome sunrise views. Excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Had a great stay. The property was really nice with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan!! The host was very helpful when I contacted him. I would definitely recommend to other people!! And would also consider staying again as a repeat vacationer to this destination. Would like to thank the host Steve for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice 3 days at this cabin, Lake Michigan was right out the door! So relaxing and peaceful. It was such a cozy cabin feeling . We loved it. Only thing we would have liked a later checkout because it was so hard to leave. Thanks for sharing it with us. Tina and Ken
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RIGHT on lake Cute SafeOld :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic very clean warm and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the best stay’s we have had in a long time! It is peaceful, beautiful views of the water. It is retro chic! hubby and I were going down memory lane about my grandma in the best way! She was a wonderful woman! She taught all her grandchildren how to play….Alley Cat! The record was there! Loved, loved, loved it here! We will definitely be back! Just a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great peaceful getaway! Great owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view is definitely the most important point of this cottage. Everything was clean and comfortable. The only negatives at all are mosquitoes- bring bug spray. The hot water was a little bit limited. We absolutely loved our stay here and highly recommended it The nostalgia of the stove, table and dishes is also enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin!!

Nice family cabin!! We loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location feet from Lake Michigan. It was the perfect getaway.
Our view from the den!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cozy cabin

Very nice property with a great view of the lake from the living room. Host was very easy to communicate with, and it was clear the host wanted us to enjoy our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely lovely!

This little cabin was perfect for our family of 5! Gorgeous view, fun yard games, and super clean. We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as advertised. A cozy, quiet getaway that offered some much needed R and R after a busy summer. The sky views at night were amazing and we had a great time sitting around the fire. 10/10 would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this quaint cottage. There were so many thoughtful details such as small flashlights on the bedside tables, q-tips in the bathroom, plenty of dishes and cookware, a picnic table to enjoy meals outside and a beautiful view. We felt so comfortable and the property was quiet which we loved. Communication was excellent with the hosts. I would recommend this stay to anyone. We are hoping to come back this fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is adorable! Right on Green Bay, with direct water access. The lake was low, so it was very muddy and rocky at the shore. As much as we loved the house and space, when we first walked in we got a HUGE nose full of mold. I get it, it's an older property right on the lake, but I didn't expect it to be that strong. We aired out the house and bought candles to reduce the smell, but unfortunately we are reactive to mold, and we ended up not being able to breathe well. The hosts were VERY gracious about it all, and refunded our money for the days we couldn't stay. If you aren't reactive to mold, it might not be bad for you! But if you are, I'd suggest looking for something else.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear you found the house adorable, enjoyed its location on Lake Michigan, and appreciated our efforts to work with you when you decided to leave early. We do want to clarify that we have never had another guest mention a moldy smell at the property—either before or since your stay. We take concerns about the condition of the house very seriously, and had there been an indication of a mold issue, we certainly would have investigated it immediately. We’re proud of the many positive reviews from guests who have enjoyed the house, its location, and the experience we provide. Those reviews speak for themselves and reflect the experience the vast majority of our guests have had.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even before our stay, Steve answered every question I had and offered some helpful tips. The cottage was exactly as described and we loved the vintage feel. The location right on the lake is unbeatable! The water level was low this summer so it was a little more challenging to get into the lake, but that happens and is no fault of the host. We found croquet in the shed and enjoyed eating every meal outside on the picnic table. The location is blissfully quiet and peaceful. Exactly what we were looking for as a getaway.
Sunrise over the lake
Plenty of birds to watch, including pelicans
A storm rolling in
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This exceptionally tidy cottage is in a great location, has very comfy bedding, and the hosts made the process so easy.One thing to note is that the water pump is a little noisy, so take care with water use if someone is sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 stayed here for two nights and unanimously wished we were staying longer. You cannot beat the lake views and sunrises. We enjoyed the firepit, grill and playing yard games and riding bikes on the quiet gravel road. Even my young kids commented on how clean everything was. Fabulous stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View is worth a million. Peaceful. Would go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location very peaceful . Beds are really hard and there is no beachfront sand. It would be perfect little getaway .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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