[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34912100/34912041/6f371269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34912100/34912041/e448f859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34912100/34912041/30c23a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34912100/34912041/1abf3557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34912100/34912041/56db09c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a beautiful piece of property overlooking Portage Lake, this 3,600 square foot ranch home offers comfort and entertainment for two families with kids or four couples. Enjoy games at the puzzle table or pool table, unwind with Apple TV and WiFi in the large living areas. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - 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. ### 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway We purchased this home in the spring of 2013. It is large but comfortable and located on a beautiful piece of property overlooking Portage Lake. This 3,600 square foot ranch home features five bedrooms, four bathrooms and two large living areas. It can comfortably accommodate two families with kids, three or four couples or five singles privately. For entertainment the home has a puzzle table, tons of games, books & DVD's, a pool table, a shuffleboard table, a large screen TV with Apple TV and WiFi. Portage Lake is an all-sport lake that is connected to Lake Michigan through a channel. Portage lake is great for sailing, fishing, motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming and watching the sunset. We have two stand up paddles boards, one two person kayak and 3 single kayaks that renters are welcome to use. Home is located 5 miles North of the Little River Casino. In the winter it is about 45 minutes from Caberfae Peaks and 30 minutes from Crystal Mountain for skiing, close to snowmobile & cross country ski trails, on a great lake for ice fishing and close to many charming towns filled with wonderful restaurants and shops. In the summer is is close to many great Lake Michigan Beaches and within 30 minutes of many quaint waterfront towns & villages, wineries, antique shops, art galleries, hiking trails and museums. Less than 30 minutes from amazing golf courses, including Arcadia Bluffs (9 miles), Manistee National (15 miles) and Wolf River Golf Park (5 miles). About an hour drive to the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore or Traverse City. There is so much to do in this area! Towels, linens and basic paper products are provided. All bathrooms have basic toiletries for your convenience. Due to the old septic system guests are to use toilet paper, dish soap and laundry detergent provided. Guests are welcome to use spices and condiments but please replace anything that you use all of. All mattresses and pillows are encased in a hypoallergenic covers. Pets, parties, large gatherings, fireworks, smoking or vaping in the house are not permitted. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking in or near the house. ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Kayak - Golfing 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 3,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72820000/72819200/72819173/fdeea62d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Lake House - Portage Lake - 4 Beds, 3 Baths, Private Dock, Kayaks Onekama - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=72819173&PinnedHotelID=72819173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103555000/103554924/99e74aea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### M-22 Lakefront Property in Onekama with amazing Sunsets!! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Fireworks are not allowed on the property. Please put all items back to where they were, upon your arrival, especially furniture. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Absolutely no parties or events on the property. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking in or near the house. ## 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 Note from host: Absolutely no parties or events on the property. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as Portage Getaway On Calm Bay Portage Lake Getaway on Calm Bay Cottage Portage Lake Getaway on Calm Bay Onekama Portage Lake Getaway on Calm Bay Cottage Onekama ## About the area Located in Onekama, this vacation home is on a lake. Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. [Visit our Onekama travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Onekama.dx183379) [View more Vacation homes in Onekama](https://www.expedia.ca/Onekama-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183379-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C44.35236%2C-86.20798&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9erIZznOkixMen1y7CKvaQ4lP40=) Onekama, MI ### What's nearby - Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Little River Casino - 8 min drive - 10.8 km - Manistee County Beaches - 11 min drive - 9.4 km - Pierport Beach - 16 min drive - 18.3 km - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 19 min drive - 20.8 km ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 9 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Little River Casino Resort - ‬9 min drive - ‪Rosie's Place - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Buffet - ‬8 min drive - ‪Laheys Public House - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 5 Bedroom Portage Lake Family Getaway located? > This family-friendly Onekama vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course. 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