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Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area

Find serenity by Manistee Lake's tranquil shores where days are spent paddling calm waters and nights under starry skies making memories around a warm bonfire.

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, wheelchair access
On the beach, sun loungers
Smart TV, stereo
Experience lakefront tranquility at this 4-bedroom haven. With a renovated interior, new furniture, and appliances, unwind on the comfortable sectional and take in the views of Manistee Lake from the covered deck or master bedroom. Enjoy s'mores by the bonfire pit or paddle out onto calm waters with our provided canoe and paddle boat.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area

Come enjoy what Winter has to offer we have been getting plenty of snow. There are several ski resorts with in 30 -45 minutes, the snowmobile trails and ice fishing.

Welcome to paradise! Our home has recently been completely renovated and updated. It now boasts 4 bedrooms with sleeping accommodation's for up to 11 people. The 2 main level bedrooms have queen beds and a tv, the master bedroom upstairs has amazing views of the lake, with a king size bed, tv, walk in shower and deep bathtub for washing all the sand away, the other bedroom on the upper level has 4 beds-3 twin and 1 full, this room is perfect for all the kids! or adults ;) and a full on suite. The deck is now partially covered to provide some shade if desired.
Everything is this house is brand new...all new furniture, brand new comfortable sectional to relax on and look out to the lake, all new kitchen appliances and washer and dryer, and new patio furniture. Enjoy a night under the stars making smores in the bonfire pit, or relaxing on the covered deck in the morning with a cup of coffee. You will enjoy your time on Manistee Lake, it is a very calm, quiet, all sports lake, our beach front depth stays shallow (2-4ft) for about 10 ft out which is perfect for young kids! We have a paddle boat and canoe for renters to use.

We are located about 40 min from downtown Traverse City, which is full of shopping, eating and beautiful wineries, it is a must see! Petosky is about 1 hour away which is also an adorable little town with shops and beautiful water views! Want to stay a little closer? check out the cute little towns of Gaylord or Mancelona.

Our lake house isn't just perfect for a summer get a way, you must come see it in the fall after the leaves have changed or if snow is your thing, come up and enjoy all the snowmobile trails located in the area!

We are no longer asking you to bring your own bedding. Some towels and beach towels will also will be available. Too many people complaining about too many different sizes of beds. That being said you may be asked to start a load of laundry , before you leave, depending on when the cleaning lady will arrive. I also had to raise the cleaning charge to account fro doing laundry.

Property manager

John Hope

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. Smoking outside ONLY

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Manistee Lake Retreat with your own private beach area Kalkaska
Visit Our Manistee Lake Retreat With Your own Private Beach Area

About the neighborhood

Map
Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • Grandview Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 38 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 44 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 45 min drive
  • Boyne Mountain - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Hide-A-Way Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kiootees Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kalkaska vacation home is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. The Legend and Au Sable River are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Newley renovated waterfront home with private beach area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shantelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation!
We loved our stay! The house was beautiful and was equipped with everything we needed. We enjoyed the covered patio, fire pit and private beach. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and comfortable
My family stayed at this property for a week and it exceeded our expectations. Since I had my little ones traveling with us, we really appreciated the shallow water, private location, and kind neighbors. The covered patio was a luxury. The home was clean upon arrival and there were no surprises - we packed our own sheets and towels for ease. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cookware. We had a fabulous time in this updated home and would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Rachel W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but not clean
Listing says you can use their sheets for an extra cleaning fee, but that is not accurate. You have to bring your own sheets and they have 4 different mattress sizes. They told us to bring our own beach towels which is fine, but they did not provide any bath or hand towels and that was not mentioned. We spent over a hour between two people cleaning when we arrived. Every hand soap container in the house was nearly empty upon arrival. Bathrooms were not in sanitary condition, fridge empty but not clean, dog hair everywhere including inside the fridge. The location is great and neighbors are friendly. Just be prepared for the above if you rent this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lee M.

Peaceful
The picture showed more of a 'sandy' area then there was but the kids did ok with it. Cleanliness was not great but after I did a cleaning throughout it was a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very nice beach area, house is updated and as pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Newly renovated top to bottom, quiet location with fantastic views. Can't say enough positive things about the hosts. Very engaged and pride of ownership shines through. All kinds of lake "toys" to enjoy, gas bbq and fire pit were used a lot. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer & dryer. AC but not necessary with fans in all rooms. Outside deck has not been fully enclosed as yet. Very comfortable lounges and sofas as well as patio table and chairs. A couple minor issues with the newly added upstairs- towel racks in bathrooms or hanging poll for clothes not yet installed. The view from the master bedroom, on the second floor, is spectacular. The master bedroom is very large and includes a comfortable chair and ottoman. Kids dorm had four beds with attached bathroom (nice design touch by owners). Definitely, would recommend for family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
House accommodated 5 adults very comfortably. Location to the lake was amazing. Spent one day at Traverse City which was a short drive from the house. Neighborhood is very quiet, kind of too close to the neighbors but still a pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem on the Lake
Beautiful newly renovated house on the lake! Perfect for families to gather and enjoy the water. Very quiet and peaceful. Water was shallow enough for kids under age 7 to swim in the lake with their lifejackets on and play in the sand.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shannon C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property manager was total Jerk
Arrived August 9th lost power from storm on August 10th at 11:15pm stayed a night with no AC no fans no water still had another night to stay called property manager at 8am and said we would check back in the afternoon for power restoration otherwise we have to leave he agreed to refund one nights stay then when I told him we were leaving because of no power he said he would refund one night....... now still no refund and his tone and story changed! Definitely a selfish Jerk to say the least it's people like him that ruin it for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Nice Stay
Had a pleasant time on the lake. We were able to bring our boat with parking available for the trailer. Neighbors were friendly and helpful. Had a short drive for a day trip to traverse city. Also took the family kayaking close by. Caught plenty of bass on the lake and had a relaxing bonfire every night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Steven W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great place with the exception of dog hair
Very nice place on nice property on a Great Lake. Neighbors were very nice. Only issue was the dog hair, the smell of dog and the fire pit was littered with garbage when we arrived. Did not expect to have to do a deep clean when we arrived, but once everything was clean, we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Rachel S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Short stay
The stay was ok. It wasn’t at all what we expected. The cottage wasn’t the cleanest. Dog hair everywhere, fridge and cabinets were dirty. It worked but my expectations were much higher. The lake was nice and peaceful, we enjoyed the time outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

rebecca M.

A nice older cottage
We enjoyed the location and the shallow private beach was so nice for our kids. It is an older cottage but there are some nice updates. We had plenty of cool air even without any air conditioning. We were blown away by how quiet the area was. Overall a nice stay off the beaten path.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot!
Wonderful home right on the water. Great sand/beach area. We were very happy with everything, couldn't have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful weekend
My wife and l really enjoyed our stay. We had plans to go into Travas City but, we were so comfortable and relax we stayed in and enjoy th scenery. The neighbors were very friendly and some came by to talk we us. I check to see if the property was available for Memorial Day weekend to return but, it was booked! I would recommend this property to anyone that was to get away from eeryday life.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

patti c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and setting on the lake
Quick trip to the area with excellent communication with the owners of the property. Beautiful view of the lake with all the kitchen supplies we needed for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean G., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Everything was great about my stay here. The lake and the Fall colors were amazing and we spent two days fly fishing the Manistee River. Would recommend this place highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Dotty F., Oscoda Mi USA

2020 grandma palooza
5 retired grandmas from all over the state came together at this property. Cute cottage on Manistee Lake. On arrival we found the kitchen floor had debris, spiders and webs in the bath tub, fire pit had garbage in it. We figured no one had been there to cleanup after the last people vacated. All of which we cleaned up and enjoyed our time there together.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time!
We had a wonderful time at this property. It was quiet and peaceful. The beach was excellent for our kids (3 and 6) to play at, sandy and shallow. We didn't catch any fish, but enjoyed paddling around the lake in the paddle boat. We would definitely recommend this place and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful!
We loved our weekend! Beautiful cabin and great lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Gloria M.

Comfortable house
The house was spacious, comfortable and good location. Minor details such as little certain areas were dirty, like people mention before the TV its local channels. Other than that neighbors were friendly and the house with the lake in the front was a great way to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & Relaxing
This is a great place to relax and unwind. My family of four really enjoyed swimming, paddle boating, and lounging around on the deck and by the fire pit. The lake and house are clean and the area is quiet..it all made for a fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kathy K., Bay City Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Really enjoyed our stay here. Very cozy and cute home with beautiful views. My only complaint was that once inside the house there are a couple of steps to get into the kitchen that I feel should've had some signage to let you know. My Sister in Law was carrying in some of her luggage and didn't realize that the steps had two different heights. She went down and scraped both ankles and knees.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Tinley Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place and lake
Nice house, more than enough room for my family of four. Beautiful lake. We had a blast enjoying the house, paddle boat and fire pit. Quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Montrice E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times in Kalkaska
Our family really enjoyed our stay in Kalkaska. Clean house with a great view. 40 mins from Traverse City, 1 hour from Sleeping Bear Dunes, and 30 mins from Torch Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020