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Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan.

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A covered patio with a wooden deck, a barbecue grill, and a table with chairs. - Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. (Coloma)
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At Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan., you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan.

  • 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

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Lake Michigan Beach, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water tubing and motor boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Coloma travel guide
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Coloma, MI

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse and pier at sunset.
    Silver Beach
    15 min drive - 20.7 km
  • A pier with a lighthouse, a kite surfer, and a clear sky.
    South Beach
    18 min drive - 28.4 km
  • A lighthouse at sunset with people on a pier.
    North Beach
    19 min drive - 33.0 km
  • A beach at sunset with a colorful sky, footprints, and kayaks.
    Warren Dunes State Park
    26 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Andrews University
    19 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Wesco World
    16 min drive
  • Dimaggios Pizza & Burgers
    7 min walk
  • Hot Spot
    12 min drive
  • Easy Street Inn
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 Little Paw Paw Lake and Paw Paw Lake. Sarett Nature Center and Covert Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very cute home. Loved the decor and cleanliness. The TV was veryquick. Would stay here again. Reecca
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and inviting house was perfect for our "sisters vacation"! The couches looked new and were comfy, as were the beds. Kitchen was well stocked and Dawn was kind enough to leave some snacks and breakfast treats (individually wrapped doughnuts, etc) for us to enjoy. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood and we were easily able to travel to several of the shoreline cities from our home base. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach and game weekend!

Great location and great place to stay. All the extra perks (big fluffy towels, snacks and everything we needed for s’mores) made us feel so welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Very clean / comfortable place in a great location! Plenty of room for our family of 5. Close to the water and lots of parks / activities for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick family get away

Cozy cottage perfect for our family get away. Host was very responsive and the personal touches around the cottage (from the kitchen to the bathroom) were so very appreciated!! Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway

Check in process was extremely easy thanks to great communication! It was a perfect house well kept and in a nice quiet area! Would love to come out here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed our stay! Utilized the grill and the fire pit (our son loved the s'mores). Low vehicle traffic outside, was very relaxing. Within easy driving distance to South Haven and St. Joseph. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

A wonderful place to stay. The host thought of everything. Exceptional clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The house was clean, neat and well furnished. Dawn was a great host. Her post was accurate and communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Convenient

The location to go to the beach was perfect as it was so close. The extra amenities were a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute!

Cute little cottage with everything we needed for the weekend. Kids loved the extra amenities in the bathroom and the breakfast treats 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay in Crane's Nest

Very nice, clean, and welcoming. There were 4 adults & 5 year old. We enjoyed the trip immensely. It was a short drive to state park beaches and St. Joseph. Would highly recommend this comfortable little house for your visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

All excellent: Immaculate, very clean, comfortable beds, fun decor, beach closeby, host friendly and very responsive, well stocked kitchen, bucket filled with items to make S'mores to roast in the firepitwas a fun surprise.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend fun before back-to-school

We took our daughter, son-in-law and 12 year-old grandson for a fun weekend before he starts 7th grade. The house was perfect. We played games that they had, enjoyed how close we were to Lake Michigan and had a truly wonderful time. Would highly recommend this property. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and wonderful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home for the weekend

Great stay just a 10 minute ride to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Mrs Dawn was amazing. There was a bad storm that came through the day before checkin knocking out the power. She kept us informed every step of the way and that power came back on 30 minutes or so before we arrived. She was there finalizing cleaning and cooling it down. The care and attention she gives is crazy. From the coffee bar that was prepped and ready to treats like donut bars, coffee cakes and granola bars, to even having stuff for snores ready for the fire pit. For the price, location, time and attention from the host, I definitely recommend your stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cottage for our girls trip! The beds were comfortable and the towels and blankets were so soft and smelled amazing. Will be booking again for our next South Haven trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable cottage

This is a very cute and clean cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Cabin

Loved this place! It was so cute and welcoming. Very clean and welcoming. Loved all the extra touches. Good locations between many different beach towns. Would stay again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodation, very close to public beach accesses.

Lovely cottage, personal touches and available household items were greatly appreciated. Constant four wheeling in front and around the house was a bit much at times, other than that we enjoyed our stay and will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place!

I’ve stayed in a lot of vacation rentals, and this might be the best I’ve ever experienced. Thoughtfully designed and arranged, impeccably clean, and stocked with both practical and generous supplies to make a stay easy and enjoyable. Our only regret is not having longer to stay at the house. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway!

Thank you Dawn for sharing your home with us! It is the cleanest and well stocked rental we’ve ever stayed in. We enjoyed the proximity to St Joseph and other beaches. The fire pit and s’mores were well enjoyed by our boys. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We cannot say enough great things about this property! Extremely quiet location yet close to many beaches. We enjoyed the Roadside Beach for the sunset. Dawn is a terrific hosts and is quick to respond.. we generally stay at hotels in the area, but never again. This home is absolutely perfect and will be a first choice for us on future visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

My 3 sisters and I decided to have a girls weekend and I am so happy I found us this awesome little house to rent, from the moment I confirmed our reservation to the day we checked out Dawn the home owner was amazing! Quick responses to every question which most of them were in the pictures or description on the VRBO site I was just so worried I would forget something but she assured me the house had it all and we just needed to show up and enjoy and that’s exactly what we did! We will definitely be visiting here again!! Very clean home and quiet little neighborhood 🙂Thanks Dawn for a great stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021