Title: Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=76907899&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat (Bitely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76910000/76907900/76907899/7ee7bfa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap - Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat (Bitely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76910000/76907900/76907899/17e06581.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat (Bitely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76910000/76907900/76907899/c80ec630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat (Bitely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76910000/76907900/76907899/9ab918d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat (Bitely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76910000/76907900/76907899/7840b5f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Red Star cottage on Mawby Lake, a serene retreat in Northern Michigan. Unwind by the lake's sandy beachfront, explore with kayaks or paddleboat, and enjoy a swim from the dock or swimming platform. With amenities like high-speed internet and Roku-equipped bedrooms. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9929 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat Your family vacation awaits. The Red Star cottage offers swimmable lakefrontage on Mawby Lake. Everything you would want from a Northern Michigan vacation is right here! Mawby Lake is spring-fed w/a sandy clean beachfront. The updated cottage offers 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Rich w/amenities & centrally located to Michigan's favorite tourist towns. The Bitely area is the gateway to all Northern Michigan has to offer. Metal row boat, kayaks, & paddleboat. Dog fee $50. The Space: The Red Star Cabin on Mowby Lake is the perfect space for you & your loved one(s) to enjoy a weekend away in Northern Michigan or for families to enjoy all the property has to offer. Outdoors you will find a dock perfect for fishing, a paddle boat, a metal row boat, 3 kayaks, a sandy clean swimmable beachfront, a swimming platform in the middle of the lake w/slide, a deck w/a gas grill & eating area, a fire pit overlooking the lake, & horseshoe pit. A wooded lot is located to the right of the property, & neighbors to your left. Several walking & ORV trails are nearby in Manistee National Forest & state lands (maps at the property). See below for attractions and things to do. Please take a minute to read the policies and rules to ensure this is the right place for you and your group. I want to ensure your stay is a carefree one! The property offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. Kitchen: Fully stocked with everything you would need to cook a meal: pots/pans, cookware, spices, basic condiments, & water cooler. Coffee & supplies included. Living space: The property offers internet, a TV in the living room, & both bedrooms w/Roku's, as well as AC window units. The cell phone service is very good at the property. Bedrooms: The cottage can sleep 8-9 people comfortably: 3 double beds, a twin bunk bed, & a couch that folds into a double bed (Good for kids). Fresh sheets and pillows provided. Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms. Towels, body wash, shampoo, and hand soap are provided. 1 bath has a stand-up shower. The larger bath offers a full bathtub/shower. The washer/dryer is in the larger bathroom. Laundry soap & bleach provided. Things To Do: Swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, off-roading, water parks, skiing, shooting, hunting, sledding, snowmobiling & more. Hiking: Loda Lake Wildflower Sanctuary (17 min) 76th St Trailhead (23 min) Pere Marquette State Trail (25 min) Marshall Memorial Park-good for winter (32 min) Hardy Dam Rustic Nature Trail (43 min) Silver Creek Pathway (50min) North Country National Scenic Trail (1hr) Big M Cross Country Ski & Mountain bike trail-good for winter (1hr) Big Mud Lake Trails (1hr 16min) Grand Traverse Regional Land conservancy-good for winter (1hr 30min) Off-Roading Trails: Little O ORV Trailhead-41 mile trail (20 min) M-20 Motorsports Trailhead (33 min) Tin cup springs (39 min) Silver Lake State Park (50 min) Twisted Trails ( 1 hr 12min) Rocks and valleys (1hr 24min) Beach: Woodland Park Beach (5 mins) Ludington State Beach ( 1hr) Canadian lakes beach (1hr) Pere Marquette beach (1hr 14 min) Fifth Avenue Beach (1hr 17min) Fishing: Mowby Lake (On property) Bitely Lake (9min) Nichols Lake (9min) Pere Marquette River Lodge (21min) Summertime/kid-friendly attractions nearby: Baldwin Canoe - Down the Pur Marquette (20 mins) Henry’s Landing- Canoe and Kayaking (47min) Silver Lake sand dunes (51min) Amber Elk Ranch (55mins) Michigan Adventures- amusement and water park (1hr drive) Adventures Island- amusement park w/ go-karts, bumper boats, waterslides, and more (1hr drive) Crystal Mountain water playground (1-hour drive) Caberfae Peaks- Golfing and more (1-hour drive) Craig’s Cruisers-bumper boats, mini-golf, and more. (1hr 11 min) Wintertime/kid-friendly attractions near: Newaygo County Sports Park- sledding (27mins) Crystal Mountain-ski lift and hiking (1-hour drive) Muskegon Winter Sports Complex (1 hr 11 min) Missaukee Ski Mountain (1hr 13min) Caberfae Peaks (1hr 15min) Guest access Guests will have full private access to the whole property. Other Things To Note: We are looking forward to having you! To ensure your stay is carefree & the integrity of the lake community is upheld please read below before booking! Pets are an additional one-time fee of $30/each Exterior cameras are present on the property. VRBO has a no-parties policy, No parties, please. My neighbors sometimes make me aware of these things as they are occurring. If it occurs you will be asked to leave. No event-type parties are allowed. Examples: bachelor parties or weddings A max of 9 guests are allowed at the property at all times. Strictly enforced. A max of 4 cars are allowed at the property. Strictly enforced. No outdoor loud noise after dark. My neighbors usually make me aware. Early or late checkout can be accommodated as long as the cottage is vacant the night before or after your stay. If this is not the case and early check-in is still needed we will try our best to make it work for you! Pets are an additional one-time fee of $50/Each. Quiet hours 9pm-8 am.... please be respectful of our neighbors. Neighbors have made me aware of loud groups past quiet hours in the past. You will be asked to leave if any noise complaints occur. Please do not smoke inside. Please do not leave the fire pit unattended when in use and always put it out when done. Like most Northern MI properties the property has well water. Northern MI water has a higher iron content, completely safe and normal to drink. I have a reverse osmosis water purification system at the kitchen sink for great-tasting water if you are not used to well water. Have fun! We are here to help make your stay the best! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### 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 accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 929 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76410000/76404200/76404137/a74a76b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bitely Cabin near Snowmobile Trails, Free Wi-Fi Bitely - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 20 reviews CA $123 CA $336 total includes taxes & fees Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=76404137&PinnedHotelID=76404137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122160000/122150300/122150207/95fdac6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Cozy Cabin just outside of town Gladwin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $87 CA $170 total includes taxes & fees Dec 12 - Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=122150207&PinnedHotelID=122150207&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59632200/59632151/bcdcd3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Riverfront Cottage Hersey - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews CA $160 CA $375 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=59632151&PinnedHotelID=59632151&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120050000/120049600/120049556/9ea7d573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private pond where memories are made! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.74994%2C-85.86240&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pY3O4TnpDB1eXs6gxAbkOy8twsU=) Bitely, MI #### What's nearby - Huron-Manistee National Forest \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Bitely Lake \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Big Star Lake \- 17 min drive \- 23.2 km - Ferris State University \- 33 min drive \- 46.3 km - Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce \- 56 min drive \- 61.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Big Foot Pizza - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Cottage On 37 - ‬9 min drive - ‪Bitely Tavern - ‬6 min walk - ‪Woodys - ‬7 min drive - ‪Abner’s Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat? ### What time is check-out at Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat? ### Where is Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat located? ## Have a question? 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