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Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan

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Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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Onekama, MI

Portage Lake
‪1 min drive‬
Little River Casino
‪17 min drive‬
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
‪17 min drive‬
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sitting room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan

This cozy one bedroom knotty pine cottage offers a separate sitting area with full kitchen. Ideally located on a narrow peninsula between Portage Lake and Lake Michigan, each offering unique beaches. It is across the street from Portage Lake and an easy 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan. Public access to both lakes is close by. Onekama is the gateway to the scenic M22- voted one of the top 10 scenic drives in America by USA Today. There is truly something for everyone. Spend your time strolling both beaches, swimming, boating, fishing, or just relaxing around a beach bonfire while watching the sunset. We are also within a half hour of world class golf at the renown Arcadia Bluffs. Night time fun can be had at the Little River Casino only a few miles away. We are within an hour of the Traverse City wine region, the Platte River, and Crystal Mountain resort. Charter fishing can be easily arranged in Onekama.
The master bedroom has a queen sized bed and the sitting room has a sleeper sofa. The kitchen is fully equipped and linens are provided. We offer daily, weekly, and monthly rentals. This cottage is located on a lot with its sister cottage and a discount is offered for those interested in renting both. This area of Portage Lake is the most desirable location for most vacationers, due to its unparalleled access to both lakes.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pet fee will apply

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Manistee County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

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Onekama, MI

What's nearby

Portage Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Manistee County Beaches - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Pierport Beach - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
Little River Casino - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬19 min drive
‪Rosie's Place - ‬16 min drive
‪The Buffet - ‬18 min drive
‪Laheys Public House - ‬1 min walk
‪The Glenwood - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

3 Aug 2025

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

Relaxing

This property was perfect for me and my partner. I can't remember a more relaxing time I have had on a vacation. The property was close to Langland beach. We were able to enjoy the sunset every night. Everyone we met and spoke with were so friendly. My partner got to meet many dogs as they were being walked by the cottage. There were many things so see and do within a reasonable drive from the cottage. Arcadia Marsh has to be one of my favorites. My sunrise pictures would have only been better without the addition of the smoke from the Canadian fires. Same goes for the sunset ones. But, it is, what it is this year. Also, I have never seen so many deer as in this area. We seen some every day while here! Morning, noon and evening. You have to be a bit vigilant while driving. We can't wait to come back again. We highly recommend this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

18 Sept 2024

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

two lakes for the price of one

The cabin was perfectly close to Portage lake and Lake Michigan and such a peaceful area of Onekama.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

21 Oct 2024

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

Authentic northern getaway

Exactly what we were looking for, a cute little cabin/dollhouse nestled away in northern Michigan. Amenities were perfect, location was excellent, quiet and relaxing. Host was very responsive, place was kept clean, and we had everything we needed. Couldn’t have asked for more.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

1 Aug 2022

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

Love Portage Lake

The rental property was perfect for us! It had everything we needed, and the proximity to both lakes was great!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

16 Aug 2024

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

Great location, and host!

Charming town and so happy I found this great cottage. Nice hosts, clean, comfortable and we were able to bring my two small dogs. Both lakes are amazing! I definitely plan to return.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

26 Sept 2024

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

Onekema

We needed a nice little getaway and it was exactly what it was when you had a great dinner at the restaurant called the Manitou and just enjoyed our weekend took a lot of walks and enjoyed the accommodations. Thank you so so much.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

4 Nov 2019

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

Cozy, great location

Perfect location for us and working with the rental owners was easy and enjoyable. They were very accommodating.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Natalie M.

2 Sept 2025

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

It was a very nice place and a very cozy little cottage. I would like to visit again if my husband was interested. We had to visit without him but I do think it would be a place that he would be interested in due to having access to the inland lake and lake Michigan for his boat. It was a very nice location. The sunsets were beautiful. It is within walking distance to both bodies of water. There were many things available to us in the home that was very helpful. The bed was clean and so were the towels and floors. The couches were very comfortable. My son slept in the recliner for the four nights that we were there. One of the things that I would change is the backyard. We had to put one of our dogs on a lead because he will run into the road and there were many things that the lead would get caught on and the yard is not closed in. Two tree stumps and pavers. One of the other things is that we ran out of trash bags. I don't know if we are supposed to supply the trash bags or if the owners are supposed to but we made it through with little bags. Another thing is that it looked like there is blood smeared across the bedroom blind. I wasn't sure what it was but we were not going to touch it. The last thing is that the dishes were not fully clean. I had to wash them before using them. For example the utensils had food still caked in them and a baking sheet had things burnt to it. All and all it was an amazing little cabin and we would love to go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

15 Sept 2022

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

Clean and comfortable!

The house has everything you could possibly need, it was clean and comfortable. A short walk and you were at the lake,. I liked that I could walk a half mile in one direction to get to Lake Michigan walk down the beach and come up at a different spot and walk another half mile to complete the circle. I would definitely book this property again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna U., Ferndale, MI, USA

11 Oct 2022

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

Portage Lake cottage

Enjoy a view of Portage Lake right from the comfortable living room. Lake Michigan is a short walk from the cottage. Furniture and bed are very comfortable, outdoor picnic table and grills are great. Kitchen is very well stocked with nice dishes and pots and pans. I brought more than I needed due to the thoughtful stocking of kitchen, linens, blankets, and towels. Backyard backs up to sand dunes. Very beautiful setting.

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jon A.

31 Oct 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

28 Oct 2022

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

Lovely area

It was nice to visit an area up north we hadn't been to before, easy check-in, just as described, and good communication with the hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

18 Sept 2022

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

Dollhouse cabin

Cute place and great location. The pier in Onekama is within walking or biking distance and the sunsets there are beautiful!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eugene K.

6 Sept 2022

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

Awesome stay

This is an awesome little cottage, very clean and cozy. Fast Internet (I had to work part-time - no issues with zoom calls). Owners are very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Portage lake in literally 1 minute of walking, Michigan - maybe 10 minutes walk. Amazing sunset views. Make sure to visit Glenwood restaurant. Dog-friendly, which was very important for us, and some beaches in the area are dog-friendly too. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Cottonwood Heights, UT

23 Aug 2022

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

Great little cabin

Very quaint place. Has an up north cabin feel. Great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

16 July 2022

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

Just right

We've rented this property for several years. While we kinda wish to stay right on the lake, this location is the next best thing. I enjoy the glimpse of Portage Lake as I sit on the sofa and look out the window. Walks to either Lake Michigan beach are refreshing. We always enjoy bike rides around the peninsula.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga S.

2 July 2022

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

Really relaxing time

Great location, everything we needed We will definitely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

1 July 2022

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

A True Northern Michigan Cabin Experience ❤️

This cabin is perfect for 2 or 3 people, absolutely love the original knotty pine interior, parking for two vehicles at the front door was a plus, owners were the best in making sure everything was just like at home, loved the location, easy walking access to several public accesses to Portage lake and within minutes to the Beautiful Shores of Lake Michigan. Planning on and can’t wait until next years stay, we’re hoping to schedule a 3 week stay at this Gem of a get away next year. Thank You..

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Inge G., Ann Arbor,MI

12 June 2022

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

Great location!

We enjoyed our stay in the little cabin. Onekama is a very dog friendly community with lots of hiking options a short drive away. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

5 June 2022

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

Great sunset

Small but pleasant property, we enjoyed walking to see both lakes. Had a nice bonfire on Lake Michigan beach at sunset. Jane was a helpful host.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K.

2 June 2022

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

Nice relaxing getaway

We love staying at this nice little cottage. It is quiet and away from the touristy areas but a close enough drive to shop and sightsee.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

11 Oct 2021

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

Perfect

We have stayed here several times for week long summer trips. This time was for a quick fall weekend. As always, we had all that we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N., Lansing

9 Oct 2021

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

Very Relaxing

This was a great place to get away and unwind. The cabin is very cute and the location is great. Very quiet and relaxing. Our dogs enjoyed it too! The owners are great and went out of their way to help with requests, even at last minute.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

12 Sept 2021

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

It was beautiful!

Easy access to the lake and the beautiful beach!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

11 Sept 2021

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

Love Onekama, MI :)

Loved the area & property in great location. Owner very accommodating. Will rent again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Fishigan Properties, LLC

Our family has been vacationing in Onekama for four generations. We have never seen a more perfect setting. Both lakes provide such unique offerings and to have them both within minutes is what really makes this area unique. Where else can you watch the sun rise on one lake and set on another within a half mile? What we love the most about the area is the fact that once you have experienced Onekama, you always seem to come back. Year after year and generation after generation, this is the place to make family memories.

What makes this property unique

Both of this dollhouse and its sister cottage have beautiful knotty pine interiors. They can be rented independently or together. The dollhouse is a cozy get-away, but would also be a perfect grandparent or in-law cottage for families staying in the sister cottage.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

Sitting room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Cozy One Bedroom Cottage Across From Portage Lake & Steps From Lake Michigan

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Onekama

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

9.6/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Relaxing

Jill S.

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

two lakes for the price of one

Susan K.

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Authentic northern getaway

Tyler M.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Love Portage Lake

Andrew M.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

Great location, and host!

Elaine C.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Onekema

Lisa J.

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

Cozy, great location

Helen K.

8/10 Good

Natalie M.

Natalie M.

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Clean and comfortable!

Mary G.

10/10 Excellent

Donna U., Ferndale, MI, USA

Portage Lake cottage