Entire home

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

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

A lakeside cabin with a wooden dock leading to a small docked boat.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the hearth.
A cozy cabin interior with a sectional sofa, a dining table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A wooden dining room with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A small white house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

View map
McMillan, MI
  • Place, Manistique Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seney National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Oswald's Bear Ranch
    ‪40 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!

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Dining
Waterfront Retreat on South Manistique Lake
Curtis
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
Waterfront Retreat on South Manistique Lake

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only. Please dispose appropriatel

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2049603vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McMillan

Located in McMillan, this cottage is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Seney National Wildlife Refuge and Manistique Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Newberry Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and ecotours.
View more Cottages in McMillanOpens in a new window
Map
McMillan, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistique Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Manistique Lake - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 20 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Tahquamenon Logging Museum - 29 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Oswald's Bear Ranch - 40 min drive - 56.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tally Ho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shipwreck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chamberlain Ole Forest Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Helmer House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪B-Grand Coffee Bar & Cafe - ‬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.

How much does it cost to stay at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

As of 6 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake on 4 April 2027 start from NZ$1,450, 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 Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake?

On-site parking is available at the 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 steps from Manistique Lake and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from South Manistique Lake. North Manistique Lake and Mitten Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

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. 141 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, we liked that we were close enough to go do things during the day. We had a wonderful stay. Will come again. Recommend to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 4th stay at the Cozy Cottage and it truly is a gem!! This cabin has everything a family could think of and the sunsets are just breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy that your family enjoys your time here every year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the cottage! Extremely clean and as described. Our son had a great time splashing in the lake and enjoyed the beach toys the host has onsite. Lake is quite shallow so great for the kids. Kitchen was well stocked and grill was a bonus. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Now I understand what 10 stars is. Amazing place. Close to many UP Michigan attractions. Well maintained. Has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re so happy your family enjoyed your time at Cozy Cottage! We hope you get a chance to come back and stay with us again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this cottage was phenomenal! If i could give a 10 star i would!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED this cottage! So cute, well equipped and clean!! It was even better than the pictures. We especially enjoyed the kayaks, board games, and the phenomenal views from the living room and deck! Thank you for sharing your sweet cottage, we highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2026
Thank you so much for your great review! We’re so happy that you all enjoyed your time at Cozy Cottage! It was our pleasure to host you and we hope you’ll come back again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael was great to work with. He responded promptly. We would not hesitate to work with him again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was very good. Would definitely return.Only one thing, the lake was lowered and my boat motor scraped the lake bottom.But we managed to fish a lot.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the cabin. It was clean, comfortable and well stocked. The only downside was that they lowered the water level at the dam prior to our arrival, and we couldn't use the dock. Of course, this was a fishing trip, so we were bummed, but found other things to do. The view is beautiful. The host was very responsive to any questions we had. Would we do it again, for sure, but would find out the water levels if you're planning on docking boat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first visit to the u.P and this place didn't disappoint. The view was breathtaking, perfect location for our daily excursions. Thank you for the many fans.As it was a warmer summer than normal, we were able to stay cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re really happy that Cozy Cottage worked so well for your first excursion to the U.P! We’d be happy to have you back again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful, hidden gem!! Our family was lucky enough to have found this property for a last minute, end of summer trip! The hosts were accommodating, responded quickly and gave great recommendations! The cottage was very clean, had great brands of toiletries, and a fully stocked kitchen with paper products provided! The neighbors were very friendly and helpful, but you wouldn’t even know they were there unless you were looking, it’s that peaceful and quiet!!If you’re looking to fish, be aware that the lake is very shallow (knee deep to end of dock), and bites were scarce. Even locals say it’s a hard lake to fish!All in all, our family had a wonderful, peaceful and relaxing time that was much needed! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re happy to hear that your family enjoyed the cottage and that your first trip to the UP was a good one! If you come back for another stay and want to try fishing again, remind me to tell you about our favorite spot!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property beat our expectation!! We have rented cottages/cabins many times and this was excellent. Pristine clean ,and cozy. Bonus for us was the “steps to the water”, and getting to the boat with ease . Well equipped kitchen and bathroom. The ambiance helped the feel of being up north! The host was so prompt with returning messages!.town is a short drive and has all the things you need for a restful stay. The only problem was having to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It really means a lot to us that our guests trust us with their precious time to get away! Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just beautiful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd time staying at the cottage, and like always, we're already looking at our schedule for next summer to book again! This cottage feels like home away from home. The hosts are excellent and super responsive if you need anything, but trust me - you won't. The cottage is fantastic and everything you need is so thought out. They have games, and cozy blankets, fans, heaters....literally everything you need for a fantastic stay. Our favorite part is the sunset views and the lake of course. It's sandy and shallow enough for a long way out so it's perfect for families. I could spend all week just sitting in our beach chairs in the water, taking in the sun and the breeze. So happy to have found this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Wow! Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so happy that you enjoy the Cozy Cottage enough to come back year after year! We know how precious time away with the family is! We try to make it as easy as possible for our guests to just come and have fun! Thank you for your continued patronage! We really appreciate you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this location!

Nice little place on a big lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2024
Thank you for your review! We look forward to hosting you again next year! We appreciate your repeat business!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cozy Cottage is all it says and more!!! Beautiful peaceful retreat if you need quiet, fishing destination, summer lake fun for the family.....its the place!! And the sunsets are magical!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much for your great review! We're so happy your family has enjoyed your stays at Cozy Cottage. We appreciate your continued patronage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cottage on a large lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Thank you for your review! We're very happy your family enjoyed your stay! We see you just booked again for next year, your 5th stay! We really appreciate your continued support of our Cozy Cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay at the Cozy Cabin. Mike & Diane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay could not have been more perfect and charming. We were so comfortable and taken by the serenity of both the surroundings and the care put into the property.One of my best rental stays ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2025
Thank you for the great review! We are so happy that you both enjoyed your stay! 'Charming', I love that!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UP adventures

Great location, lake is beautiful and cottage is perfect for small families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy that your family enjoyed staying at the cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our UP trip. Easy access to some many UP highlights or a great place to just sit back and relax. The kayaks were a great addition too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Thank you for the great review! We know you came a long way so we’re extra happy you had a good time! We hope you can make it back sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to have you stay at the Cozy Cottage next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage lived up to its name, truly a cozy cottage! Everything was very clean inside and out. The lake had good fishing, easy access just 3 lots down. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay at Cozy Cottage! We're glad you'll have good memories of such a special time! I think you were our first honeymooners!

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Diane Pedrotte

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback