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“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • 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.

“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

Fantastic cottage on Lake Michigan. The high bluff allows for a priceless view of Lake Michigan through an unforgettable picture window. Our cottage has 150 feet of frontage along Lake Michigan, and NEW stairs down to Lake Michigan. A new 4 person HOT TUB sitting on the back patio to soak in the views

Sun-room offers great views and has comfy seating

Main floor also offers living room with commanding Lake Michigan view. Big screen TV in cozy living room along with gas fireplace. Large, well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space.. Full bath on main floor. Main floor master bedroom with king bed. Upper level with two additional bedrooms and full bath. One upper bedroom has a king bed and the other upper bedroom has a queen bed. Basement level has fourth bedroom with full size bed and additional 1/2 bath in the basement. Basement also has a bunk room with two twin beds.

Cottage sleeps up to 13 in 4 separate bedrooms and the additional basement bunk room. Cottage with is laid out as follows:
Main floor king
Upper queen
Upper king
Basement queen size bed
Basement bunk room: two twin bunk beds w a trundle.

Property manager

Josh Orton

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Jet skiing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2094 sq ft (195 sq m)

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  • Washer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • beach - 11 min drive
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Manistee Lake - 17 min drive
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 23 min drive
  • Little River Casino - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jailhouse Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Michigan. Magoon Creek Nature Area is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

greg i.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront Manistee house
Our family made some amazing memories and couldn't get enough of the Lake Michigan view!!! Great layout, deck, sun room, and fire pit that we used. Location to downtown and several different beautiful sandy beaches was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunsets
Very beautiful place. Great accommodations. We had gorgeous weather which provided awesome sunsets over lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot!
We had a wonderful stay at Stacy's home. The house was perfect for our vacation with friends! It was very close to a few beaches and Manistee too. We loved watching the sunset and stars from their yard every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view. Great place to stay
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little red house
This was an older property but the view was great..we had some mold in the upstairs bath and was taken of same day…need air conditioning in the basement. Manistee was close so this was a convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daughter's weekend
We had a great stay for a weekend with my mother and my two adult daughters. The view was magnificent and the owners were very easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE VIEW!
Impressive view, extremely relaxing and plenty of amenities. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Don H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Great View of Lake Michigan
Cottage was very nice. Neighbor's do not like renters.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect weekend!
The views of Lake Michigan are amazing all day, every day. We loved all the space--living, bedrooms, kitchen. We had everything we needed and it was very comfortable. The owners were amazingly fast in their responses in the booking process. We hope to vacation here again. We took in the West Home Walking Tour in Manistee which was enjoyable. Enjoyed nearby Magoon Beach as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

roxanne k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
golfing geezers
We rented this property for two nights as a base for golfing at Manistee and Arcadia and it was wonderful The view was awesome and the house was great ! The house is clean and everything worked great! Thank you so much for being a part of making our annual northern golf trek fun and non-stressful Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caraton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
We worked remote for a week. Peaceful area to get away. WiFi worked great for two people working remotely on laptops. Although our cellphone calls would drop often. Great place to stay but make sure you bring some paper towel and detergent if you’re planning on doing Landry.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassondra O., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red Cottage Relaxation!
What a wonderful place. The wonderful steps down to the shore were amazing. The host was quick to respond. Lake Michigan showed us many of it's personalities. Love it. Would love to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Tamara T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful Bluff View
The view of Lake Michigan from the property was absolutely beautiful. It does sit high on a bluff with many steps down to the beach but well worth the trek down. Beautiful stones and driftwood. Not much of a swimming beach. The firepit area was a fantastic place to watch the sunsets and we had the opportunity to watch the Northern Lights overMiMichigan.MichiganMichigan. .tand ha
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Red Cottage
This is a lovely location. The cottage was spotless, well-appointed and vacationer friendly. Plenty of hooks, plugs and towels. Yes, the climb down to the beach is a challenge, but we all managed. There are also beautiful public beaches nearby. Sitting on the patio, in the sunroom or the living room, the views are spectacular. The fire pit area is a bonus, with wood and kindling ready to go. My whole family (ages 9 through 77) had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful view
The view from this cottage is breathtaking with awesome sunsets every night. The stairs to beach are steep, but sturdy and everyone in our group went up and down. We especially enjoyed the sunroom and fire-pit. One complaint is that I reached out with questions once before my stay and once during and I never heard back form the host. An additional suggestion would be to add more decent sized coffee mugs and some larger pots, pans and serving bowls to accommodate group meals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful
This is a lovely house with a fantastic view. The beds were comfortable, everything was clean, and the house had everything we needed. Some things to note: none of the bedrooms have bathrooms in them, and this probably probably wouldn’t be good for those with small children. The cliff overlooking the lake is very steep and very high. We had a great time and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
The property was as expected. The new steps are great and the thin slice of beach is wonderful. Of course, the sunsets were the best part of the stay. The home was well cleaned and the hosts were great- very quick to respond to questions. Manistee is a cute town. The only negative of the whole place was that the basement is a bit musty- and could use a dehumidifier. It didn't bother my son- he was happy to have his own room with a bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views!
Our two families rented this house to have a nice place to stay after the North Country Trail Run. The beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms are updated with great linens. Plenty of space to accommodate all of us. The views were absolutely incredible. We did not use the new staircase. A little nerve wracking with children. The public beach is just down the street! Such a great time was had by all. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
That view
The view is a million dollar view. The beds were very comfortable. The stairs to the beach were steep, but sufficient. It was nice to be able to access the beach. Kitchen was very well equipped except couple cookie sheets would have been beneficial. Some of the dishes were dirty out the cupboard which to me is the fault of the last renter. The basement where 3 teen boys slept was very musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Property was amazing. Great views. Very relaxing. We did ask if a grill was available. It was, but the tank was empty. We had to go into town to exchange it and pay for it ourselves when dinner was ready to go Friday night, not the start we wanted but no other issues. Some screen/slider doors were not easy to open. Small inconveniences though but wouldn't hesitate to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous quiet spot for family time
This spot was absolutely gorgeous and everything was exactly as listed, no suprises whatsoever other than it was even prettier in person. The views are incredible, the spot is cozy and quiet, the house is well-stocked for all of your needs while there. We prefer to keep contact with the property manager minimum, we're pretty private, and that was not an issue at all here - we actually didn't get any response to our detailed checkout text to them, which we would have liked, but there were no issues. We were there during peak leaf season and the neighborhood was just gorgeous and we enjoyed the nearby hiking trails just a couple minutes down the street. If you're looking for a quiet, cozy, getaway, this is the spot - we recommend it! Oh, and it was very clean and smelled great, no mustiness, etc, which are two things that matter a great deal to me.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

redwngz02

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
We had a wonderful vacation. Great location and view. Would book again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place overlooking Lake Michigan
The property was exactly as described and the view was breathtaking. It was a great weekend with friends. Plenty of space in the house for everyone and a beautiful place to watch the sunset and enjoy a fire. Would love to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful
It was an amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024