Title: Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=183381&destination=Port+Austin%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=83392606&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! ## Photo gallery for Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! ![Terrace/patio - Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! (Port Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83392700/83392606/1d7955b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! (Port Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83392700/83392606/0de623a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! (Port Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83392700/83392606/8412dac2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! (Port Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83392700/83392606/338ba1f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! (Port Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83392700/83392606/82b37cdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Port Austin cottage is your haven for a relaxing getaway. Stroll to the beach, parks, bars and restaurants or unwind in the fully fenced backyard with new deck and comfy outdoor furniture. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - 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. ### Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located Port Austin cottage. Walk to the beach, parks, bars and restaurants, and the famous Port Austin Farmers' Market! Backyard fully fenced in, new deck, comfy outdoor furniture, and yard games to kick off your relaxing vacay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - On a lake ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445400/445375/19751461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ameriway Inn and Suites Bad Axe - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews CA $122 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=445375&PinnedHotelID=445375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112800000/112794100/112794065/3b80c957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun & Sand Resort Port Austin - Pool - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 85 reviews CA $155 CA $233 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=112794065&PinnedHotelID=112794065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899300/899284/f6396c96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bad Axe by IHG Bad Axe - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 616 reviews CA $246 CA $260 total includes taxes & fees Apr 19 - Apr 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=899284&PinnedHotelID=899284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455600/455580/9406ab57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Inn Tawas City - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet friendly 8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=455580&PinnedHotelID=455580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11860000/11853700/11853663/ea558ac6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Motor Lodge Port Austin - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 183 reviews CA $152 CA $166 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=11853663&PinnedHotelID=11853663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cabin, 2 Double Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34870000/34866600/34866565/c65ca943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Spruce Motel Port Austin - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 212 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=34866565&PinnedHotelID=34866565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104228700/104228635/882dd447.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Bad Axe Bad Axe - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Game room 7.4 Good 76 reviews CA $124 CA $131 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=104228635&PinnedHotelID=104228635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121140000/121133600/121133528/6c798712.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Beach Access! 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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 Located in Port Austin, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Crescent State Park and Albert E. Sleeper State Park, while Port Austin Light Station and Allen House Museum are cultural highlights. Bird Creek Park and Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. [Visit our Port Austin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Austin.dx183381) [View more Cottages in Port Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Austin-Cottages.d183381-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%7C44.04138%2C-82.99174&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q7nTlMJsvmhpdzD8a3KqgB85FL8=) Port Austin, MI ### What's nearby - Veteran's Memorial Park 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Port Austin State Harbor 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Bird Creek Park 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Port Crescent State Park 7 min drive \- 9.0 km - Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf 11 min drive \- 14.4 km ### Getting around - Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) 99 min drive ### Restaurants - Bird Creek Farms 6 min walk - Tap Room at Bird Creek Farms 6 min walk - Days On The Lake 9 min drive - Simms Still & Stogies 4 min walk - Port Austin Car Wash 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach!? ### What time is check-out at Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach!? ### Where is Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cheerful Port Austin Cottage, short walk to the Beach! Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooklen B. Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time at this cottage! Very cute, clean, had beach towels when we forgot ours! Communication with the owner was great. Highly recommend coming here for a getaway! ##### Brooklen B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne P. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Neat and clean Nice location right in town. ##### Wayne P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kristen m. Aug 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace at the Port Peaceful and relaxing! Always happy at the Port the house made it 1k better! ##### kristen m. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol O. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute small home close to town Cute smallish place on outskirts of residential neighborhood. Clean and comfy livingroom/kitchen area for our group of 3 adults for 4 days. Nice backyard/deck. Lindsay very responsive to questions. House about 15 min walk to downtown. Bathroom small; could use updated shower, hooks or shelves for people's wet towels, clothes, etc. ##### Carol O. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay Y. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place Nice place, clean, unique. ##### Jay Y. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas K. Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Place was great. Location was perfect. Close to town and putt putt. Recommend again ##### Thomas K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann M. Jul 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unspoiled Port Austin Can’t think of any negative. ##### Ann M. 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