Title: Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. Cottage with kitchen, 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69330000/69320400/69320387/28162620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69330000/69320400/69320387/697fea9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69330000/69320400/69320387/b46cef1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69330000/69320400/69320387/60a1abe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69330000/69320400/69320387/d175d51e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Lake Michigan, The Crane's Nest is a beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom cottage that embodies cozy, comfortable, relaxing and nautical vibes. This family-friendly retreat offers campfires for snuggling up on chilly evenings and grilling supplies to cook delicious meals. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. UPDATE FOR 2024! Win a free 2 day stay! #1- Book our cottage for your summer vacation. #2- you will automatically be entered into the drawing. #3- drawing is May 31, 2024 #4- The winner will be credited for 2 nights (post and prior stay) The Crane's Nest is a beautiful 3 bedroom, one bath cottage near Lake Michigan and located in the Lake Michigan Beach area. Newly remodeled. We want our guests to feel a range of emotions when entering The Crane's Nest. Cozy, comfortable, relaxing, nautical and romantic. This cottage is fully stocked with supplies for campfires, grilling, cooking and games for the whole family. We are one mile south of Roadside Park (public beach) and one mile north of Hagar Park (public beach). We are perfectly located between St. Joseph (9 miles south) and South haven (12 miles north). With so much to see and do in both directions. The Crane's Nest is a Family friendly cottage. We are not large enough inside or outside for parties. We rank very high on decor, cleanliness and activities. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*If you only need a Two bedroom, one bath, we also have Chip's Place next door. In the listings, you will see a flagstone colored house with a bear on the deck. The listing number is 2039216\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83758400/83758363/84437054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 minutes to Lake Michigan on Lake Michigan Wine Trail Coloma - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=83758363&PinnedHotelID=83758363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93177900/93177834/f6498f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Hidden Retreat Close to Lake Michigan Coloma - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=93177834&PinnedHotelID=93177834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75820000/75818800/75818752/4c765a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy and Clean. 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Coloma - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=92911651&PinnedHotelID=92911651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock 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 This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Beautiful Near Michigan Coloma Beautiful Cottage Near Lake Michigan Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. Coloma Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. Cottage Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. Cottage Coloma ## 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%7C42.22456%2C-86.37205&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m_f1A1DxkMPegu9YsKo4otRKnwU=) Coloma, MI #### What's nearby - 12 Corners Vineyards - 9 min drive - 14.3 km - Sarett Nature Center - 10 min drive - 9.8 km - Contessa Wine Cellars - 11 min drive - 21.0 km - Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 13 min drive - 25.6 km - Silver Beach - 15 min drive - 24.6 km #### Getting around - St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬13 min drive - ‪Wesco World - ‬16 min drive - ‪Riverside Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. located? > Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Michigan and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sarett Nature Center and Covert Park. 12 Corners Vineyards and Contessa Wine Cellars are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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