[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289000/107288987/98c8d516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289000/107288987/d80b0d77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289000/107288987/83fd9cbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289000/107288987/1f69a1e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289000/107288987/52abe11b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the perfect lakeside retreat at this beautifully renovated ranch-style Home. Enjoy public access to Lake Michigan just down the road and unwind with an outdoor firepit or indoor gas fireplace. A fully stocked kitchen, central air, full laundry facilities, and comfortable furnishings await your arrival. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI Recently renovated ranch-style Home across from Lake Michigan: Property ID#392084 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathroom, Sleeps 8. Sleeping Arrangements (all main level): Queen, Queen, Two twin over twin bunks From the moment you walk in, you're going to fall in love with this home. It has been completely redone. You'll appreciate the care that went into making it the best short-term rental in the area! All new furnishings, decor and appliances. There is public access at various points along Lakeshore Road. We encourage the use of the public Lake Michigan beach access at Bar Lake is just a 1/2 mile down the road. Extra amenities include outdoor firepit, indoor gas fireplace, central air, full laundry. The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, etc. dishwasher, and a drip coffee maker is available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include microwave, toaster, blender and crock pot. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies, and soaps (not personal soaps), and a starter set of paper products. LOCATION: Home is ideally located just north of Manistee along serene Lakeshore Road. Just a few minutes to downtown Manistee and about an hour south of Traverse City and beautiful Sleeping Bear Dunes. Please note that garage access is not included with the rental of the home. The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing: \- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties \- Attentive responses to inquiries \- Exceptionally detailed cleaning \- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals \- Properly stocked amenities \- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right. Check in time is after 4:00PM and check out time is before 10:00AM. Please note that we are not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and an additional fee may be added to the stay. ARRIVAL: There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests. DEPARTURE: We do have a very short checklist we ask renters follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off, and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help staff immensely. Please know that all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as required in the posted cancellation policy. For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76380000/76370400/76370388/50197c0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central & Peaceful 3-bed home with a fireplace Manistee - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 63 reviews CA $178 CA $465 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=76370388&PinnedHotelID=76370388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22730000/22720300/22720296/5734709d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to life on the lake! 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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 ### Property is also known as 392084 ## About the area Located in Manistee, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orchard Beach State Park and Manistee Municipal Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Manistee travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Manistee.dx2224) [View more Cottages in Manistee](https://www.expedia.ca/Manistee-Cottages.d2224-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.30212%2C-86.30257&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YorXjnE4xvQ9Uh54HWqWREPEtYM=) Manistee, MI ### What's nearby - Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Orchard Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Manistee County Beaches - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.0 km - Little River Casino - 12 min drive - 9.7 km ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 9 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬12 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬9 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Salty Heifer - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI located? > Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary and Lake Michigan. Orchard Beach State Park and Manistee County Beaches are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NEW 2024: Remodeled Home, Near Lake MI Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew C. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay. Very scenic. Close to beaches. It’s a great cozy house surrounded by forest in one side (right out the back door) and beach across the street on the other side. Easy to get to. Very clean. Loved our stay and would absolutely do it again. ##### Matthew C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bill P. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was as advertised. ##### Bill P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Julie B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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