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Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home

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A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a wooden deck leading to the beach.
A coastal property with multiple houses, a sandy beach, and a forested hill.
A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, large windows, and a view of the beach.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.
A staircase with white railings and a handrail, leading to a landing with a light fixture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Bar Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this holiday home is on the beach. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Ramsdell Theater and Douglas Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Map
Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • Bar Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Little River Casino - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 39 min drive - 54.3 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 45 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Custom Lake Michigan Beachfront Vacation Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Manistee holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan, Bar Lake and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Manistee County Beaches and Orchard Beach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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

Beautiful property at an excellent location

Great location, very well-maintained and furnished home. Perfect for medium and large families. Loved staying at this place and will surely recommend to friends!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Wonderful! So happy to hear you enjoyed the stay. I hope you'll come stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Michigan Getaway

A wonderful beach!! Superb view from the property!! The house met all our needs!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2021
Fantastic! So great to hear. Hope you'll stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

We were absolutely delighted with the property .. just gorgeous .. so relaxing , has everything:) we’ll be back for sure !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Great to hear! Thanks for the wonderful feedback. Hope to see you again soon! - C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rental Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and cozy

We enjoyed our quiet and private beach, fire pit space and expansive deck. We also loved the homes proximity to up north Michigan towns and experiences. Check in was a breeze, communication with host was top notch and timely. Listing beat expectations and allowed us to have a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review and for choosing BVR! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Your Guest Experience Specialist~ BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2nd year in a row!

We loved this rental in year 1 and it didn't dissappoint for year 2. Amazing location, perfect for large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hello Maija! Thank you for your review and for choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome View of Lake Michigan

This place is totally awesome! The view is unbelievable. The interior of the house is super nice. Attention to detail for sure when built. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2025
Hello Ron! Thank you for your review and for choosing BVR! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Your Guest Experience Specialist~ BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We had a lovely family reunion in Manistee. The house sits high over the lake and has great views. Plenty of room for four families, including small children. Great beach, plenty of room for the children while the adults tossed a football.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Hello! Thank you for your review and for choosing BVR! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Your Guest Experience Specialist~ BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pure relaxation

There was something for everyone at this property. Perfect location for long days on the beach, a beautiful fire pit and great interior for hanging out. We never left and had such a fun and relaxing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2021
That's great to hear! So happy the house worked well for your time Up North. - Tim Riley, C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to go back !

The lake house and beach were both even more spectacular than the pictures showed. It was chilly, even for June, but perfect for flying kites and making sand castles with my grandsons. Loved it !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Hi Linda, Thank you for your review and choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing views of Lake Michigan

The location and views from this property were fabulously breathtaking! The size and layout of the home were perfect for our stay. The private beach is an oasis! We did have issues with the cleanliness of the property, but the management team was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
So glad you enjoyed the stay, and thank you for taking the time to provide the feedback. Hope you'll come stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Didn’t want to leave!

We had an incredible week at this property! The listing was dead on in its photos and descriptions. Perfect for large groups. From the beach to the house…it was all perfect. Our group loved the easy access to the lake and appreciated the extra large bunk beds in the lower level.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thanks so much for taking the time to provide the review! I'm happy to hear you enjoyed the stay! I hope you'll come say with us again in the future. - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property that lives up to expectations

We had a fantastic time at this property! The listing was exactly what we expected based on the listed pictures and details. It was a perfect for location for our 3 small families to meet and enjoy time together. The private beach is incredible and it's simple to get to many other area activities. We'd definitely have no reservations about returning to this property next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review and for choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

It was a beautiful home and perfect for 3 separate families. Each couple had a generous sized bedroom and their own bathroom. There were 2 laundry rooms which was nice. The home was recently updated and the views were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thanks for the feedback Elizabeth! Happy to hear the house was perfect for your group. There have been lots of great updates put in. Hope you come back again soon! - - C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very beautiful house in a great location!

This house did not disappoint! It was such a pleasure to stay there - the beautiful views, the decor, the clever accents, and the incredibly comfortable beds made our visit perfect. There was some beach erosion so we couldn't enjoy the beach, but we didn't miss it since we had the patio and fire pit! It was a quick and easy drive to town and to the grocery store. We hope to make this an annual trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thanks Kate! We hope you make it annual trip too. So glad to hear you enjoyed the house! - C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rental Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect view of Lake Michigan sunsets.

House was well stocked. Owner was very responsive to email and great to work with. He brought us a new grill within 24 hours of our request. Very comfortable for 2-3 couples and their children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Fantastic! Glad we were able to help with the grill and you enjoyed the time on the Lake. I hope you'll come stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach House Extrodinaire

A beautiful beach house with all the conveniences of home. Best of all, it sits on a dune overlooking the spectacular Lake Michigan. The view is as good as it gets. The beach walking is terrific to the north with great rock hunting on the shoreline and a largely unpopulated beach. We had a terrific time with our daughters, their husbands and our granddaughter .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed the time at the beach house! The sandy shoreline is in great shape this year! - Tim Riley, Owner CENTURY 21 Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

With cooperative weather we were able to play in the sand and waves everyday. The view is superb. The beach is 30 or 40 steps down and is very private, long and plenty wide for running, but we also enjoyed running at the Orchard Beach Park nature trail just down the road. After shopping at the nearby Meijer we were able to cook and grill all our meals in the well stocked kitchen. The property manager was extremely prompt and helpful in getting a couple minor issues resolved asap. The driveway is quite steep, but we got good at “keeping our momentum “ to get our minivan up! Would definitely return if we get the chance!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Wonderful!! Thanks so much for the feedback. Happy to hear the beach house worked well for your families stay. I hope you'll come stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Spectacular Views

Spectacular views! If that's what you're looking for, you've found it! We came in late May so we weren't swimming but the weather was nice enough for us to enjoy sitting on the decks, by the firepit and down on the beach. Amazing sunsets. The pictures of the driveway are a little deceiving though. This driveway is STEEP and there are a number of stairs to climb to get to the front door if you park below. We were a little disappointed that the firplace in the master bedroom was not operational. But other than that, nothing negative to report. Property managers were great to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
Hi Kaye, Thank you for your review and choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of our top Lake Michigan stays!

We are a family of 5 and we’ve found over the years the way to please everyone is to be right on the beach of Lake Michigan yearly for our vacations! We’ve been to almost every town and at many homes. This is at the top of our list as far as the beach and home go!! I’ll share some highlights as well as some things to know to help those that rely on reviews for insights like I do! :) The home is so lovely! It was clean and spacious. Amazing views of the lake- especially from the master suite! One caution is for those of you that don’t handle lots of stairs- this isn’t your spot. The stairs were a work out but manageable for our ages. The driveway was STEEP. When it rained we couldn’t make it up by truck, so be advised there too. The property managers were so quick to respond to any of our questions. The beach was very secluded and we had it to ourselves most of the week! You can walk for a very long way as long as you respect staying on the wet sand. We found a lot of sea glass! The water was a great depth for our kids to swim in and play and very clear most days. We brought paddle boards and a Maui mat to use, there are no boards or kayaks provided. They had some beach chairs and accessories. Plenty of beach towels provided! Bring your spices and ground coffee. They had everything we could ask for as far as utensils and cooking went! The town of Manistee is charming and has plenty of shopping, a movie theater, and great restaurants! We highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Chelsea! Thank you for your review and choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family! Looking forward to welcoming you again! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house

Thank you! Made for a great golf trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
Fantastic! Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you'll come stay with us again soon! - Tim Riley, Owner BVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick trip to Manistee

This was a great home base to explore the area for a long weekend - some hiking, a winery, a distillery, the beach, a brewery and some shopping. Very nice place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2023
Hi Timothy, Thank you for choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family :) Best regards and we hope to see you in the near future! Best wishes, Jessica Decker Your guest experience specialist Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay on the water

Our family (grandparents, parents, and 4 children aged 9-17) had a lovely stay! We loved the ability to balance our time indoors and out. We were close enough to Manistee to visit local shops downtown for any needs as well as close enough to Sleeping Bear Dunes to make the day trip out. For planning, we found parking at the bottom of the hill and walking up to be best for our group. It's a pretty steep incline going up and down, so that was the best option for us and our vehicle. That does mean a lot of stairs (as you can see in the photos), so plan in advance if your party has any issues with stairs. Our family was quite comfortable and would absolutely love to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2021
Wonderful! Thanks for the amazing feedback, so happy the house worked well for your family. Hope you'll come stay with us again soon - Tim Riley, Owner C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside Chilling

We had 9 people in our party ranging from 77 to 12 and this property had plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2023
Hi Guy, Thank you for choosing Boardwalk Vacation Rentals! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would greatly appreciate if you could share your vacation experience with all your friends and family :) We hope to see you in the near future! Best wishes, Jessica Decker~ Your Guest Experience Specialist~ Boardwalk Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake Michigan view!

Highly recommend for family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2020
Wonderful! - C21 Boardwalk Vacation Rental Management
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