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Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake

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Waterfront with dock.  Sandy bottom
Exterior detail
Entry
Outdoor dining
Grill and plentiful seating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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McMillan, MI
  • South Manistique Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • East Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bunk bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake

Our 'Cozy Cottage' is the quintessential UP knotty pine cottage. Quaint and cozy and right on the east shore of Big Manistique Lake, It's the perfect place to enjoy all that Michigan's 4 seasons have to offer. Cozy Cottage is centrally located in the eastern UP so many of the favorite attractions are within an hours drive.

If you're just looking for a place to relax and enjoy the lake, Cozy Cottage has a lakefront deck with ample seating, an outdoor table for dining, and a gas BBQ. There is a fire pit just feet from the shoreline for spectacular sunset views, and there is a stone fireplace inside.

Cozy Cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The cottage has a well equipped kitchen that includes a coffee pot, toaster, crock pot, air fryer, griddle and Ninja blender. We have a Reverse Osmosis drinking water system so you don't need to buy bottled water. Full dinnerware is supplied. The spacious dining room seats 6. All bed linens and bath towels are provided as well as all paper products. You will need to bring your own beach towels.
We have the Highline Fiber Optics so you’ll have excellent TV viewing in the living room and both bedrooms, and great WIFI for your phones and computers.

We have a dock if you're bringing a boat and we are only 500 feet away from a public launch. Our lot is private to the road and there is space to park your trailers behind the garage. We have 3 kayaks available for guest use and we provide the lifejackets. There are 2 tubs of kiddie beach toys too!

If you're visiting in the winter, there is a lean to off the garage for your snow machines. Groomed trails are just a few miles away. Ice fishing is right outside your door and dog sledding is available near Newberry!

We love our Cozy Cottage and have vacationed here ourselves before we bought it. We hope you will love it too!

Property manager

Mike & Diane Pedrotte
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

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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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

McMillan

Located in McMillan, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seney National Wildlife Refuge and South Manistique Lake, while Luce County Historical Museum and Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McMillan, MI

What's nearby

  • South Manistique Lake - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • East Lake - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 23 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Millecoquins Point - 31 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Oswald's Bear Ranch - 41 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tally Ho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moose du Nord - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Shipwreck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chet & Pat's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from South Manistique Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mitten Lake and East Lake. Stuart Lake and Kennedy Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Great place to stay with the family!

The cabin was great, perfect place to stay for a long weekend of snowmobiling with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Cozy just like the description

Very clean and cozy. One of the most stocked cabins we’ve stayed at. We stayed in February and the lake view was magnificent. Lots to do in the area if you're adventurous. This one will be on our summer vacation lists.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen K.

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

STAY HERE - It'S INCREDIBLE!

Just amazing! You will want for nothing! Between the views, the charm, the cleanliness, and ALL the supplies and gadgets that you could ever dream of!These VRBO hosts have outdone themselves themselves!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Love this location!

Nice little place on a big lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

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

Beautiful Quiet Cottage

This is our 4th time staying at the cozy cottage and we just love it here. The property is beautifully maintained and located lakefront. It’s our favorite place to just come and relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

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

Great Stay!

What a peaceful, scenic setting! The lake is beautiful- very shallow and no weeds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Very nice cabin - clean, comfortable and well maintained. Our family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

christa b.

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

Fabulous little cabin

Great UP spot to unwind. Cabin is convenient for many site seeing opportunities. The hosts have taken great care to make sure every detail is taken care of. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Cozy cottage

We had a great time at the cozy cottage! The kids loved swimming in the lake and roasting marshmallows in the evenings. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pearl S.

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

Cute as a Button Cozy Cabin

Title says it all. Lake is beautiful and so are the sunsets. Just very relaxing. Cabin is equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER B.

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

Quick Fall Trip

We fell in love with the Cozy Cottage last year so we decided to do a repeat trip this fall and it was another great visit. The Cozy Cottage is clean, comfortable, and very well equipped. The lake and the sunsets were beautiful not to mention the ducks and loons that we saw on rhe lake. Thanky you for a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Awesome peaceful cabin

Loved the location and comfort of the cabin! It truly was cozy and a a great location for UP day adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle J.

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

Perfect Cozy Retreat!

This was our family's second stay at the Cozy Cottage and it was another great experience. I love the location as it is central to many UP attractions. The lake is so beautiful and peaceful, and the kids love swimming in it. The cabin itself is very clean and welcoming, and incredibly well-stocked...had everything we needed! Hope to be back again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

UP Cabin

This was our third year back at this property and we'll be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

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

Lovely cottage!

We had an absolutely lovely stay at the cottage and cannot wait to go back in the future. The cottage was clean and beautifully kept - and larger than we expected too. The hosts have thought of everything, and they are super responsive if you have any questions. I would recommend this cottage to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Beautiful Little Cottage

This cottage is very charming and beautiful. It is very clean and well-organized with everything perfectly organized and decorated to perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline B.

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

Lovely cabin, great location & very clean!

My husband, myself, and our two boys (ages 2 & 4) absolutely loved our stay at Cute As A Bug Cottage. The cabin was very clean, very comfortable, and had everything you could need! The view of Lake Manistique out the back sliding door was beautiful-especially the sunsets! We enjoyed seeing the snowmobilers ride across the frozen lake and the ice-fishers. The cabin is located is a wonderful location, in the little town of Curtis. There are plenty of small convenience stores located nearby to grab whatever you might need for your stay. We just loved our stay and how relaxing the UP is. We enjoyed dog sledding and visiting the snowmobile museum too! I highly recommend staying at this lovely cabin! We hope to come back soon! P.S. Make sure you bring slippers if you are staying here in the winter as the floors are very cold!! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne B.

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

Bucket list trip

We felt right at home with many ammenities that we weren't expecting. Property owners have nicely appointed the cottage, and we lacked for nothing. Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha K.

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

Outstanding little cottage!

We absolutely loved it. So cozy, everything is so well thought off, perfectly stocked with all kinds of utensils and necessities. Lovely view of the lake and great location central to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Peaceful

Quiet and peaceful. Within 45min of easy access of plenty of thing to do and see. Boat rental just a few miles down the road if you’d like to take one out for fishing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan B.

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

Relaxing

We realxed on the back deck and cooked on the grill the view was awesome! Did som fishing caught some perch and had a frwat time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Fun Stay

Great overall experience. Easy to talk to and get ahold of and cozy cabin worth the drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D., Lansing MI

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

Very Cozy Cottage!

Love the area! Good location. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Excellent!

The cabin was great, peaceful, quiet and a great place to relax. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Cozy, quiet, comfortable & lovely.

Perfect locstion and property for a peaceful wonderful time enjoying the lake, the wildlife and the wonderful UP of MI.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Mike & Diane Pedrotte

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