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Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2 with access to upper deck

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 barn wood room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 kid/young adult

1 Single Bed

Bedroom main floor

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom main floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom master bedroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom upper stairs

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI

Any questions about this lakehouse or our sister lakehouse next door please contact Rhonda Bessette at Realty Executives in Port Huron Michigan

This beautiful house(s)in Fort Gratiot are year round private home(s) with an awesome sandy private beach, the perfect spot to watch freighter traffic on the Great Lakes.
These houses are in the middle of a beautiful small community of beach homes.
At the Yellow lakehouse (see pics) there are 5 bedrooms (three rooms with queen beds), one room with a full size bed and one room with a built-in twin.
Main level has great room with gas fireplace, big screen TV, kitchen plus open concept living/dinning area, a main floor master bedroom (queen bed) and a main floor full bath. Main level deck, outdoor seating and gas grill.
The upper level has the other 4 additional bedrooms (2 queen bedrooms). Big screen tv in the main master bedroom, Full bath and half bath. The upper deck located off of the 2 queen bedrooms has a beautiful view of Lake Huron, outdoor seating with privacy screen.
The home has central air/heat, with ceiling fans throughout the house. It has a full service kitchen with all the extras including microwave, disposal, dishwasher, coffee maker, a full complement of utensils, dishes, cookware, silverware and fire pit on the beach. All bed linens are provided. You should bring your own beach towels. Gas grill and patio furniture on both decks and around the beach fire pit.
The home is beautifully decorated. All Leather furniture - sectional, couch, love seat, recliners. 50' flat screen main floor and 42' in master bedroom upstairs, cable TV (comcast) with blueray and wireless internet included. Other extras include , a full size washer/dryer, Wine and beverage cooler, extra chairs, service tent and folding tables for outdoor entertaining.
no cold showers.....The house has endless hot water provided by a new tankless energy saving water heater.... so no worries to run out of hot water with many morning showers.
Living room has a ventless natural gas fireplace with remote.
NO POWER interuptions on your vacation as the house has a new natural gas Generac generator which will automatically restore power to the house in the event of power loss in the area.
*This house is a non-smokering home

Again - Any questions about this Yellow lakehouse or our sister lakehouse (white lakehouse) next door please contact Rhonda Bessette at Realty Executives in Port Huron Michigan

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

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Property # 7048893
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Fort Gratiot

Located in Fort Gratiot, this holiday home is on the beach. Thomas Edison Depot Museum and McMorran Place are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Stones 'N Bones Museum and Glacier Pointe Ice Complex. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Fort Gratiot Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Birchwood Mall - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lakeside Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Fort Gratiot Canine Commons - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Fort Gratiot Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Blue Water Bridge - 7 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Port Huron Station - 17 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI on 13 May 2026 start from AU$584, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach House(s) - Desmond beach, Fort Gratiot MI located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Gratiot holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Huron and Birchwood Mall. Lakeside Park and Fort Gratiot Canine Commons are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful home in a great location. Our family enjoyed the home and Mark, the host, was very kind and helpful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you Stacy for your kind words, we love the lakehouse and we are so blessed to be able to share it with such nice families like yours - thank you for taking such good care of the house and leaving it so clean Blessings!! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika L.

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

Beach Week

Mark is an amazing host and really went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you Erika for your kind words! Blessings
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze. The deck overlooking the lake is wonderful. The house is right on the lake and it is so easy to get up and down to the water. The house has lots of outdoor chairs and toys to accommodate even a big family. A wonderful place to stay, we will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Great trip!

We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the property. There were a lot of steps that we hadn’t accounted for but otherwise it was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kind words Definitely would be more convenient to have zero steps to the beach The 15 steps to the beach are relatively small in comparison to other lakehouses who have 40-50 steps to the beach and the elevation is a true blessing when winter storms come in to keep the house from being flooded
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Plenty of room for all the kids and grandkids!

We spent a week with family from both Michigan and Louisiana and what a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Mary Thank you for the nice review Hope to see you in the future Have a safe rest of the summer! Blessings! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Beautiful lakefront home.

We had an amazing time at this beautiful property. Great location. The beach was amazing. The views from the upstairs was beautiful. We will definitely be back in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2021
Thank you Michelle for your kind words! looking forward to seeing you again Blessings Mark and Rhonda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

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

Heaven on earth!

We love this property! Beautiful location on beautiful water with amazing hosts! We've stayed lots of places but come back to this one year after year!! It's now our family tradition!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Great vacation house

Our stay was relaxing, owner was available quickly for any concerns. Neighborhood was friendly and clean. Water front was beautiful, just right for kids playing, rock collectors, watching sunrise with a cup of coffee in the mornings or watching freighters go by. Something for just about any age.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Thank you Sue for your kind words - hope you and family come back in the future❤️ Blessings!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Wonderful!

My family loved our stay here. We've been renting lakefront properties on Lake Huron for 15 years. This may be our favorite. Loved the views from the decks and the beach. Lots of seating indoor and outside. Thank you, such a great vacation! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2022
Thank you Brenda for your very kind words - looking forward to seeing you again! Blessings Mark and Rhonda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Amazing and beautiful spot for R&R

Do yourself a favor and book this gorgeous property. The views of Lake Huron are startlingly beautiful, the house is large and can accommodate many people without issue (we had 6 adults and 2 kiddos with us and never felt like we were on top of each other), and most importantly the host, Mark, is a genuinely kind and helpful gentleman. He was communicative from the time we booked until we checked out. The house backs up to Lake Huron so you only have to walk down a handful of steps to reach the beach, literally in the backyard. The house was spic and span when we arrived and had pretty much everything we needed in terms of kitchen drink ware/cookware and utensils, bath towels, lounge chairs, etc. We would love to stay again. Thank you, Mark & Rhonda!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2021
Lauren Thank you for your kind words, we so love our lakehouse and so glad you and your family enjoyed it as much as we do Hope to see your family again!! Blessings!! Mark n Rhonda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

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

Lake House Getaway

Beautiful home with a great view of Lake Huron. Sandy beach, lake freighters passing by in the distance. Wonderful views of the rising sun and nice sounds of the surf on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

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

Our awesome Beach week!

I have rented this beautiful spot on Lake Huron for many years! It has everything we need to enjoy family and friends . It is always nice & clean and ready for fun! I highly recommend this lake home for your fabulous vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Thank you Kathy for your kind words, we are blessed to have awesome repeat families like yours! Hope to see you next year! Blessings!!! Mark and Rhonda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Perfect week on the water

My husband and I recently traveled here with our two kids (3 and almost 1) for the week. It was really a home away from home. The house Is set up very nicely - the kitchen has everything you may need and washer and dryer definitely make the trip easier. The views out over the lake are amazing, and our 3 year old loved watching all of the large boats go by from the back sliding glass door. The area is nice and quiet and the house is in a perfect location - really great for small kids, as you don’t need to pack up and go anywhere, but can just walk down the stairs to the great little strip of beach. The house has a large deck looking out over the water and a fire pit down on the beach. There was also a great little park with walking trails nearby for the couple of days that it was a little too windy to head down to the water. Mark was incredibly accommodating and helpful- great to work with. We definitely look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Very nice!

Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

GERALD C.

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

On the beach

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at this property. Great location! Disappointed that previous renters lost the paddleboards, but we would definitely rent this again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2020
Thank you Gerry Looking forward to you returning Hopefully I’ll have replacement paddle boards by then Blessings! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

In love with Ft Gratiot!

Never knew such Beauty existed only 2 hrs away from is. The house was nice, the view was spectacular! Nice and relaxing week, owners are super nice and laid back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2020
Thank you Jessica! So glad you enjoyed our beach house, Hope you return Soon Blessings!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

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

One week was not enough time!

Loved this lake house! One of the best vacations we’ve had. The house was perfect and the lake did not disappoint! The owner was very responsive and helpful. Can’t imagine a better vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Lake Huron 2019

This was an amazing property!! The Lake was awesome and the location was perfect for our grandkids!! I don’t think they have ever been happier on vacation!! We all loved it! The neighbor, Andy, was a delight. Our 9 year old grandson had great conversations with him. We all loved seeing Andy on his back deck and chatting with him. We had the best times on the beach during the day and great campfires at night. Would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thanks Mark!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so very much for your kind words - Yes my Dad is awesome So glad you enjoyed the house and hope you return God’s blessings! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dmitriy K.

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

Amazing time on the lake

The property was exactly as described and right on the lake in a quiet neighborhood. There are plenty of parks in the area also, if you have kids. We stayed at Mark's place for a week in June. Being right on the beach made it super easy with small kids. We didn't have to pack anything or drive, just headed down stairs. The property also has a lot of toys and beach supplies! Communication was super fast and easy! Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words! Hope you come back! Blessings! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Perfect family vacation!

Lovely home 😎❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Barbara Thank you so much for your kind words Hope to see you and your family again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

My old home growing up as a kid.

This was my home as a kid, my parents bought it in 1959 when I was 2 yrs old and kept it in the family until Mark bought it about 8 years ago. We rented as a family for boat weekend a few years ago and had all the family there. I live 4 miles away and stop by from time to time what new things have been added. Mark takes pride in this home and has added to the second floor bedrooms, built a new great master bath and second floor deck. This home has everything you need for a great family week vacation. Top of the line everything. You will not find a nicer home on the lake for your get away. Just less than a mile to a great mall and lots of food places. If you are lucky enough to rent this home you will never forget the fun times.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Experience

Wonderful house right on the beach. The house had all amenities you could think of. Enough dishes and cooking items so meals out aren't needed. Found everything we needed. Had 20 for dinner one night. Plenty of room. Owner is easy to work with. Very responsive and very interested in pleasing the renters. Beautiful location.

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