Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan!

Photo gallery for Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan!

A wooden deck with a birch tree, two chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach with sand dunes and a clear view of the ocean.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery and a sandy area.
A cozy living room with a large window overlooking a snowy landscape and the ocean at sunset.
A dining area with a wooden table and benches, a chandelier, a star decoration on the wall, and a stone wall in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

View map
Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Fisherman's Island State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Weislik Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Farms
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room w Double

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Half Bath

Toilet

Third floor bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Open concept - living room, kitchen, dining area
Nature's Nook - Hot Tub! - walk to Lake Michigan!
Charlevoix
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
Nature's Nook - Hot Tub! - walk to Lake Michigan!

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake, while North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
View more Holiday homes in CharlevoixOpens in a new window
Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Island State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Weislik Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mushroom House - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Castle Farms - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Torch Lake - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bier's Inwood Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pigs Eatin' Ribs - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! on 30 October 2026 start from NZ$1,419, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Charlevoix holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fisherman's Island State Park and Lake Michigan. Weislik Nature Preserve is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We went for rest and relaxation and got exactly what we needed. Will definitely do this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 25 October 2026
We are thrilled the weekend was everything you needed it to be. We loved hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our trip to Dune cottage. The first night was stormy, but that allowed for a beautiful fiery sunset… Amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location perfect for those looking for quiet escape
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautifully set back and nestled right on Lake Michigan. The back deck offered stunning views of the lake and one of the most beautiful sunsets I have ever seen.The interior of the home was clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Our host Anne was quick to respond to any questions we may have had and made checking in and out quite easy. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 25 October 2026
We are thrilled you enjoyed Dune! Thank you for being great guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and grounds. House is well maintained ,has an incredible amount of DVDs which my young adults LOVED. Yet it could use a deep clean, like door tracks, kitchen cupboard doors, countertops.. all that was a bit greasy , dirty, sticky. I think for that nightly price it’s not too much to ask. Amazing sunsets, saw a bald eagle perched on tree outside. Just quiet, calm and very relaxing . Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on the beach. Facilities were clean and met our expectations
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good for our girls weekend trip. The sandy beach in front of the home is not the beach that belongs to this property. Their beach is rocky or you can walk 100 yards to a sandy beach. There were a lot of great shells we found on our walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 25 October 2026
We are happy you enjoyed Dune Cottage! We are also happy you found the sandy part of the beach and lots of shells!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at the Dune Cottage. The lake views are even better than the photos— we woke up to the water every morning and ended every night watching the sunset over Lake Michigan, which never got old.The house itself was just as great. Spacious, clean, and thoughtfully set up with everything we needed. It struck the right balance of comfortable and well-appointed, and it was clear that Anne and her family take good care of it. Plenty of room to spread out and relax after a day on the course / by the water.Zero complaints. Check-in was smooth and the whole place lived up to expectations. We’d happily book again and recommend it to anyone looking for a lakefront getaway. Thanks for a perfect week!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
We are so happy that you enjoyed Dune Cottage and made some family memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dune Cottage

Great location…really enjoyed the private beach and great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you! You were great renters.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dune cottage

Property was great for our family including kids & grandparents. Beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The Dune Cottage sits up on hill overlooking a 180 degree view of Lake Michigan. The place is wonderful for a large family gathering with adequate space for dining and comfortable sleeping. It does have a number of steps to navigate, and if you are a senior, it can be challenging. The only downfall I see is there is no actual sandy beach directly available to the property. What appears to be your beach is the neighbors, and she patrols and guards her precious beach. Once she finds out you are a renter, she will make sure you do not mingle there on a daily basis. The beach you can use is 200 yards south and it’s quite nice, sandy, and pretty. Enjoyed the sunsets and rock hunting. Would rate this place a 5 star if it wasn’t for the angry elf neighbor.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from Management on 26 October 2026
Thank you for your comments! We appreciate your comments and apologize for the neighbor. We are also happy you found the beautiful beach down the shore!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love Being on the Water

The property was just as the listing describes, but the views were beyond description. Our family really enjoyed staying at Dune Cottage. We would definitely stay there again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Views

Incredible spot. Cute coastal cottage right on the beach! The views couldn’t be better! We were there for a girls weekend and would absolutely go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nichole vanderwall

What a wonderful place .my husband and I just wanted a little getaway . the view of lake michigan was amazing. The sunsets too😳.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend this home for larger groups looking for a comfortable place to gather and enjoy the lake area.The home has a wonderful open-concept layout that made it easy for everyone to spend time together while still having plenty of room to spread out. We especially appreciated having bathrooms on every floor, which was very convenient for a larger group. The beds were comfortable, there were numerous sleeping options, and the large dining table provided enough space for everyone to enjoy meals together. Even without central air conditioning, opening the windows allowed for a fantastic Lake breeze that kept the home comfortable during our stay.There were just a few areas that could be improved. The kitchen could benefit from additional bowls and plates, particularly for groups utilizing the home's maximum occupancy. We were also surprised that no coffee was provided, and it would be helpful if the listing specified the type of coffee maker available so guests can plan accordingly.The biggest challenge for us was understanding the beach access. The property is listed as beachfront, but access details were somewhat confusing. We received information after check-in advising us not to use the beach directly in front of the home due to neighboring properties and were directed elsewhere. The boundaries of the usable beach area were not clearly marked, which created some uncertainty throughout our stay.For future guests, it would be help
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special place

Dune Cottage is a special place. Comfortable, cozy. Great Location! Stayed 2 years in a row. Would come again. My granddaughters loved the beach for play, walks and the sunset. Great family time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get-a-way at Dune Cottage!

Dune cottage is comfortable, clean and inviting. It’s attractively decorated without being too fancy, making for a home-like experience. It’s centrally located for 69-90 minute drives to some of upper Michigan’s premier attractions. The two separate living spaces are great for family activities when a age range is present.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We loved hosting your family and happy you found the layout good for multiple age groups. Be well friends!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful peaceful getaway!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Dune Cottage. We loved walking the beach and taking in stunning sunsets every evening. The home is well equipped and comfortable. Lake Michigan and the surrounding dunes are in full view from inside the house and on the lovely deck. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Michigan

Best view. Could use some extra little touches, ie towel hangers in upstairs bathroom, newer towels & wash cloths.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Kiss from Lake Michigan

Wonderful property, surroundings, hosts, ambience and environment. Everything was as depicted in the literature and we had a marvelous vacation escape from the noise, clatter and rush of our normal lives. The experience of becoming close to the pristine connection of land a lake were such a refreshing change of pace for us. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2023
Thank you so much. We are so happy to share this property and hope you feel rejuvenated! Be well friends!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

I'd give it 10 stars if I could. Sunsets were phenomenal. Charlevoix was only a short drive away when you wanted to go there but the best part was being on the Lake Michigan shore and having our part of the lake all to ourselves. Great for the little grandkids as well as for all of the adults. Everyone wants to go back. Owner's response time for our questions was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quiet home on the lake

We really enjoyed our stay at Dune Cottage. The neighborhood is a quiet and serene little spot, secluded in the middle of Fisherman Island State Park. We hardly saw another person while we were here. The beaches are really nice and there are miles of secluded shoreline due to the state park backing up to this property. The 3-story cottage was large enough for 9 people. The house was fairly well stocked and was updated enough to make our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2023
Thank you and glad you had a wonderful stay! Be well friends!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Views

We stayed here in early June of 2022. The house was great. The owners have updated the house and it was very comfortable. We spent alot of time on the deck admiring the views and walking the beach and dunes. Fields called us on the way and gave use some tips about the house and the area. He was quick to respond to our questions. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Up North Vacay

We had a wonderful time in Charlevoix and specially at Dune cottage! Was a great location with great views!! Loved looking over Lake Michigan and seeing all the different boats! The kids and I had lovely walks each evening - they said they had never been anywhere where it smelled like Pine so much! Found some Petoskey stones… and while we felt like we were by ourselves had a short drive to get to Charlevoix! The property manager was very responsive and kind! We would stay again!! would stay low
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend!!

We found this cottage for our 9th annual girls weekend for our group of 7. We were not disappointed! The pictures online don't do it justice, the views were amazing and the house was beautiful. We had plenty of room and the house was very clean. We loved exploring Charlevoix, we checked out the mushroom houses, the castle and the cute downtown area. As much as we loved the town it was great to return to the privacy of our house each day, it felt like we were the only ones out there. Thank you for a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback