Lake Front Cottage Retreat

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Beach view

Explore the area

Shelby, MI

Stony Lake4 min drive
Silver Lake State Park14 min drive
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center19 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Game Room

1 Double Futon

Master (Bedroom 1)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Charming lake front cottage with expansive deck and unbelievable views of Lake Michigan, just steps away to the beach. Recently remodeled, this cottage is bright and clean with a lake-front master bedroom and bath, and lake-front living room and kitchen. All bedrooms (two with King beds, a double, two twins, and a sleeper sofa) as well as the main living spaces are on the main floor. There is also a game room with TV, DVDs and a DVD player on the main floor. High speed WiFi included.

The lower level offers the convenience of an extra full bath, a washer and dryer, an extra refrigerator/freezer , and a sitting/game area.

There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating to take in the amazing surroundings.

This cottage is indeed right on the water and we have a great beach for 2023 ! 120 foot frontage with a wide sandy beach for swimming, splashing, snoozing. Sunsets included!

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Beach view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets are allowed with a $200 per pet weekly fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, windsurfing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Shelby, MI

What's nearby

Stony Lake - 4 min drive
Silver Lake State Park - 14 min drive
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 19 min drive
Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive
Electric Forest - 24 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

Whippy Dip - 15 min drive
Stony Lake Inn - 4 min drive
Lighthouse Grill - 17 min drive
Cellar 36 - 4 min drive
Stony Lake Cafe Store Shelby - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Cottage Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shelby cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Stony Lake. Silver Lake State Park and The Fox Barn Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

17 September 2023

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

Lake Michigan View

The cottage was bright and the view of Lake Michigan was beautiful. The access to the beach was really nice and there were not many people on the beach. The basement which I did not use except to come and go had an odd odor and seemed to have a dehumidifying system that worked continuously. Small problem with fruit flies in the cottage and they seemed drawn to the garbage disposal. The approach to the cottage makes it look a bit abandoned and since it was okay for dogs it might have been nice to have a little patch of grass for them. Those are all little things, my stay was very nice and fairly comfortable. Thanks for the Michigan beach vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

12 September 2023

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

Beautiful views, excellent beach!

We had a great time on our trip! James was very easy to communicate with and was able to let my parents in to the cabin when they arrived before us and the code wouldn’t work. The views cannot be beat and you couldn’t ask for a better beach. We loved watching the sunsets each night. Comfy beds too! Some additional feedback: if you have toddlers or mobile babies, the deck doesn’t have a rail which means constant vigilance while you’re out there. Kinda makes it hard to relax haha. The cabin doesn’t have AC and on warmer days the afternoon sun makes the cabin VERY stuffy so bring fans. There are ceiling fans but some don’t reach top speeds. Suggestion to the owners would be window treatments for the kitchen/living room windows to help cool off during the hottest parts of the day. Overall, we really enjoyed our vacation, and we thank the owners for our lovely stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

2 September 2023

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful cabin. Very cozy and light with great airflow and fabulous views. Wonderful deck looking out at the beach. Private beach is the true highlight! Steps away! We would love to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony W.

20 August 2023

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

Fantastic Vacation

Our family of five stayed here with our two dogs and we had the best week to close out summer vacation. The location was great. Quiet, quaint community with markets and restaurants nearby. The house was well equipped, comfortable, and clean. The beds were super cozy and falling asleep to the sound of the waves was the best. It was a pleasant surprise to find a great supply of dishwasher tabs, dishwasher soap, trash bags, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash at the house. I’m not sure if that was the owners or past guests, but based on the oversized containers, I’m guessing the owners. Such a nice touch! We cooked a lot and the gas Weber grill was fantastic. The kitchen had everything we needed for quick, easy summer vacation meals. I even noticed a crock pot tucked in one of the cabinets. We enjoyed many campfires and stargazing, which resulted in catching many shooting stars. The beach this year is spectacular. Lots of room to run and play and just have fun. Plenty of room to walk in either direction too, which our dogs loved as much as we did. We had fun exploring where the river meets the lake about 3/4 of a mile south down the beach. Jim, the owner, is super responsive and was great at answering questions in advance of our stay. Thank you for sharing this great home with us! We hope to be back next year!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britt S.

15 August 2023

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

Great vacation rental

Overall the location and house were great and accurately matched the description. The house was very clean and well kept. Would recommended to anyone as a vacation house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Your host

What makes this property unique

A common question: What type of coffee maker? We have supplied a drip coffee pot, 10 cups. It takes #4 filters! Perfect for preparing for mornings on the deck with a cup of coffee, watching the lake wake up!