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Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Lake side of house
Beach
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Muskegon State Park
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
  • Place, Lake Express Ferry Terminal
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views

Escape to refined lakeside living at our Luxury Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat, where every detail is designed for your perfect vacation. Enjoy sweeping lake views, private beach access, and a home stocked with thoughtful amenities to elevate your stay.

Step into a chef-ready kitchen complete with a full suite of cookware, utensils, and everything you need to create unforgettable meals—indoors or out. Fire up the propane grill on the spacious deck and dine alfresco while the sun sets over the water.

For your beach days, we’ve got you covered with premium beach chairs and towels—all ready for you, so you can pack light and relax more. After a day in the sun, unwind with cable TV or curl up with a book in the cozy living room. And no need to worry about weather interruptions—a whole-home generator ensures your stay remains uninterrupted and comfortable.

This is more than a cottage—it’s your private slice of the Lake Michigan shoreline, fully prepared for effortless relaxation and lasting memories.

THE SETTING
The pristine shores of Lake Michigan. Sunshine, soft sand, warm air, the light droning sound of boats on the water. You enjoyed swimming, boating, bicycling, reading, walking the dog, the amusement park or just relaxing earlier that day. You're sitting on your provided beach chair watching the magnificent sunset with your beverage of choice. You start to smell a smoky aroma, but you cannot tell if it is the grill or a bonfire on top of the bluff; to your delight it is both! After you enjoy some time by the fire, playing board games, or watching a movie you fall into your comfortable bed. You smile as you sleep knowing tomorrow is another lake day.

OUR PROPERTY
Everything you need for the perfect vacation on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Private & newly renovated two bedroom cottage on Lake Michigan in between North Muskegon and Whitehall. The main bedroom has a queen size bed, and the smaller bedroom has bunk beds. The sofa in the living room converts to a full size bed.
Cottage is fully furnished, with all the ammenities you will ever need to cook a meal, make your morning coffee, grill out, sleep well (linens), and enjoy the beach (towels and beach chairs)! Board games, Cable TV, and books are provided as well.
For those hot summer days we have central Air Conditioning! Make sure your vacation goes off without a hitch, we have a generator incase a thunder storm knocks out the power!

THE AREA
We are just minutes away from Whitehall, which offers quaint shopping, an extensive bicycle trail, and many dining choices. We are walking distance to the Red Rooster Tavern, and also just a short distance from Michigan's Adventure amusement park, and Whitehall Lighthouse and Museum, Muskegon State Park and Winter Sports Complex. And of course right on the Lake!

**We offer off-season monthly rates to those interested**

Keywords: cottage, lake michigan, private, beach, quaint, cute, family, dogs, pets, home

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
All pets must be approved by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Muskegon

Located in Muskegon, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Hackley and Hume Historic Site and USS LST 393 are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Muskegon State Park. Michigan's Adventure and Muskegon Winter Sports Complex are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Muskegon, MI

What's nearby

  • Muskegon State Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Duck Lake State Park Beach - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Lake Express Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Coasters Drive-in - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Thrasher's Bear Lake Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Confection Connection - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wagon Wheel Pizza - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Cottage Retreat – Private Beach & Unforgettable Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Muskegon cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Michigan and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Muskegon State Park. Duck Lake Outlet and Duck Lake State Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful property/location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet-friendly! Awesome place. We had a perfect experience. Definitely a 10/10
View from bluff. Sunsets were beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a magical place! We greatly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful beach and sunsets. Host is very responsive and everything we needed was provided. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Switch H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The setting is secluded and peaceful. The sight and sound of the waves crashing was so soothing. The night time sky was amazing. Everything was so clean and orderly and organized. First vacation with our dog and it was a very positive experience. Highly recommend brunch at the early owl, if venturing into town. We brought a large crate for when we left the house. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place- the beach is perfect, house is comfortable and adorable. We have been back two years now!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

very nice winter stay

me and my family had a good time here, clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect as well as the house! We enjoyed the cute little ice cream shop down the road. Lots of games for the kids and a bonfire overlooking Lake Michigan! Only “needs improvement” is the master bed wasn’t the most comfortable but it was fine!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were wonderful; the beach is literally your backyard. The house is quaint and was perfect for our family of four (and dog). There are a fair amount of stairs down to the beach, but are very well built. Free workout on the way up as well! Very clean beach, the lake is just beautiful. Make sure you go down to watch the sunsets! We only saw a couple of others on the beach so it was truly a pretty private experience. Highly recommended and would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty Q.

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

Cozy Beach Stay

The cottage was clean and very well organized, with everything we needed for our stay. The location was perfect! The beautiful sandy beach was right down the stairs! We enjoyed long walks on the beach and watching the sunset from the beach on warm days, or from the living room on cooler days!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Cozy Place

Even though it was small, it was cozy and the view was beautiful. I highly recommend it and I would love to come back during the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Fall Break getaway

This cottage was perfect for our stay. Beautiful place with great backyard, fire pit, beach access, loved spending time there as well as visiting nearby lighthouses, beaches and various towns in the area. We definitely are planning on returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Magical Place

We had a fantastic stay! The beach is pristine, and the sunsets are amazing! Host provided everything we needed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

First stay on Lake Michigan

Perfect Little Cottage, with everything we needed a great outdoor spaces!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad S.

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

Amazing spot!!!

I highly recommend. Just beautiful scenery, quiet, and my furry friend loved it too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Would highly recommend!

Great stay! Clean house. Great location. Beautiful private beach! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to get away and disconnect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

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

Beach cabin on the lake

Loved it. Very secluded, not a lot of people or noise. Perfect family getaway. The beach is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

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

Beautiful Beach

This location was just as described and better. The beach was easily accessible and private and just what we were hoping to find. We enjoyed the week with lots of sunshine and even when it was a little chilly, it was still enjoyable. The host is very good to work with, we loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Perfect little getaway

This setting is lovely. Quiet, scenic. A bit of a drive to the neighboring towns, but only about 15 minutes or so. Cottage is small but clean and well appointed. Would stay here again if we return to this area. Owner is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGHAN C.

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

A perfect place

We always take a couple days at a new beach house every year, and this one was easily one of the best. Very clean & comfortable, the listing doesn't do it justice. Beautiful view, and easy to get to beach. Plus there's plenty to do in the area! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Long weekend getaway

Nice cottage, very clean. Perfect location on the beach. I couldn’t have asked for a better beach. If anything, the stairs to the beach are very steep, but were ok for us. Any needs were quickly responded to. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

A quiet getaway for the weekend

This was quite honestly the most lovely get away spot for a quiet weekend on Lake Michigan I've visited. Private beach, private drive, and all the amenities needed. While the neighbors are very close, everyone was polite and quiet and it wasn't a disturbance to our weekend whatsoever. We can't wait to to return with our kids, for a beach weekend in the summer. Thank you for the great weekend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Best rental ever

This is by far my favorite place I’ve ever rented via VRBO. The house itself is a perfect little cottage, and it was immaculately clean. I was here with my husband and our two dogs and we had the best time going to the beach every day. There is a yard as well and a little deck out back. We cooked each day and grilled almost every night. The lake/beach is unbelievable and so beautiful. Check in /out was super easy. This is my dream house!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Weekend getaway to visit family

The property was very clean and cozy and nicer than the photos show. It was a little small for our family of five and two small dogs but we were only in town for the weekend for a wedding and graduation so it was definitely manageable. The snacks waiting for us was a huge hit with the kiddos! The outside area has plenty of seating. The beach was so peaceful and beautiful. Wish we could have enjoyed it more. Everything went very smooth and communication with the host was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Relaxing

Wanted to enjoy the beach and nearby live music and this didn't disappoint! The pictures do not show the updated stairs to the beach, they were perfect. The deck on the stairs was perfect for those that want the view without the sand. House is located between Muskegon and Monteque which made traveling to see 3 different music performances easy. Host answered questions quickly and provided area recommendations, which we always enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Awesome!

We had a great stay. The location is perfect if you are looking for primo beach access. It's further from other stuff -- like restaurants and other amenities. But that was fine for us..we bought food on the way in and our kids had so much fun playing in the water and sand. The cottage is small but clean and has a beautiful deck and outdoor space-- we spent very little time indoors. Love having access to a washer with young kiddos, though miraculously we only needed it once.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Carrie A Crummett

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