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Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth

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A lakeside property with a dock, boats, and a house with a deck and outdoor seating.
A spacious room with a large table, a white cabinet, and a view of a body of water through a sliding glass door.
A spacious living area with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a colorful rug. There is a large window providing a view of trees outside.
A wooden deck with a yellow table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a view of trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Millington, MI
  • Place, Murphy Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, River Place Shops
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

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

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About the area

Millington

Located in Millington, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Willow Springs Golf & Country Club and The Timbers Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Murphy Lake and North Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Millington, MI

What's nearby

  • Murphy Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Julians Winery - 39 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 39 min drive - 36.9 km
  • River Place Shops - 40 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Frankenmuth Historical Museum - 40 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buck Wild - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Millington Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Country Pizza & Sports Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Benny's Bierhalle - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Otter Lake Bar - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting, Romantic Lakefront Cottage, Close to Frankenmuth located?

This family-friendly Millington cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Murphy Lake and Willow Springs Golf & Country Club. North Lake and Harvey Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!! Would stay again !!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great 2 night stay here. The view and location right on the lake is amazing. We loved just looking out over the beauty of the lake, kayaking in the lake, and fishing out in the boat. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts communicated everything about the property. Nothing was left out. The cottage was clean with the best view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage has everything you can ask for including great hosts and views. Was nice to get away from the hustle and bustle and detach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage beautiful view of the lake Mark & Sherry are super nice and cover every detail or question we had Very close to quick trip to Frankenmuth My husband and I had a wonderful time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is beautiful and the lake views are stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
So glad you enjoyed it Cindy! Definitely little North Shore has THE best view on the lake! 🌴🛶🐠☀️😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property and its owners are first-rate! I stayed there with my dog for two nights and loved watching the boats and enjoyed the cool breeze in the evenings. Everything you could want is provided in the cottage, including dog bowls for my pup! The location provides an easy drive to Frankenmuth but feels like a paradise when returning for the evening. Everything was very clean and the hosts were readily available to answer any questions or concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
Thank you Christine for the nice review. That means a lot to us! And we are happy you enjoyed Frankenmuth, and had our cozy little cottage to come back to at the end of a long day shopping:). There is just something about being on the water! Enjoy the rest of your year, and we hope you & Chip can come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay on Murphy Lake. The house was spotless! Check-in was made easy with great instructions from Sherry and Mark. We will definitely keep this house on our list for a return trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for the super nice review! We really appreciate that! You are welcome back anytime. :) Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aug 9-13, 2026We were so pleased with our getaway to North Shore. The house was clean and beautifully appointed. The perfect spot for us and our dog, who had her first experience of Lake Life, and she loved it! Sherry and Mark are such attentive and responsive hosts.We would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
Thank you Ann! And for the pictures/video of Poppy enjoying her first swim! That just made us happy! Have a great rest of 2026, it sure is going fast! Your friends, Mark & Sherry
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable Bed. Two recliners in living room were nice along with the seating area overlooking the lake. Host was very responsive. We enjoyed our time on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you Brandon & Cassie! So glad you had a good time, and caught some fish! We also appreciated the service call! :) Thanks for helping us out :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is right on the water and the view is gorgeous! The kitchen is well appointed and the washing machine and dryer were very convenient. The hosts thought of everything and anything you may need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you Christine for the nice review! Little North Shore definitely has THE best view on the lake! Love the early morning sunrises. Glad you had everything you needed, that is important to us! Come back anytime ;)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and well stocked. The view of Lake Murphy is amazing and the host is awesome. She was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Thank you Kim! I wished I could review our guests more than just with stars.....you definitely went over and above to clean before you left. Thank-you, & I am sure our immaculate cleaning lady will appreciate that! So glad you 4 (the pup too :) ) had fun! Have a great summer, S-) Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed in the middle of the week, the lake was beautiful and peaceful. The cottage was very clean with all the accommodations we needed for our stay. Sherry and Mark were available if needed. We didn't need anything, everything was provided. I had reconstructive back surgery in February and was up for a long drive getaway. This was close to home and worked perfectly. Millington for a small town had three great places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
Thank you Joel for the nice review! It definitely is "north" without going north! We hope you heal quickly and well from your back surgery. We have been through that experience.....not fun! Come back anytime, we will leave the lights on for you! Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit to this adorable and romantic cottage on beautiful Walker lake. We enjoyed using the kayaks, small boat and inflatables for the water.. The views are beautiful we barely turned on the TV. Just enjoyed the views of the lake. Sherry and Mark are wonderful hosts and easily accessible if needed.Became engaged at this romantic cottage, I’ll never forget it. Sherry Mark thank you for the memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lakefront cottage is perfect and has the best view of the lake! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! The walkway from the driveway to the cottage had a retaining wall that was really leaning towards to steps. Other than that, we had a great time considering the weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2026
Hi Kim, thank you for your feedback. We are in the process of correcting that retaining wall, it posed no danger, but definitely was leaning, and did not have a good "look". The weather....what can we say about that this year, except....enough already! Glad you had a great time! Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was extremely clean, great view, had everything we needed. I love traveling south to the ocean but sometimes you can only travel close by. The personal touches, tasty arrival, and a fun surprise made this beautiful home stand out. It wasn’t just a typical rental for Memorial Day weekend it was a luxurious get away. Sherry and Mark are the best. Quiet time, beautiful fireworks over the lake, and Frankenmuth close by finished out the weekend. Most importantly being Pet Friendly! Bama B LOVED it here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Sherry L! Thank you thank you for the kindest review ever (Luxurious.....that just makes me happy)! Seriously, kind reviews and knowing people love our little cottage like we do, means the world to Mark & I! And we loved the pictures, I think Bama was smiling, love it! Hope you can visit again, you 3 are welcome anytime! Your friends, Mark & Sherry L
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had such a great experience! We can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was right on the water & it was beautiful. The cottage was clean & the hosts were helpful & very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2025
Thank you, Mary for your kind words, we have THE best cleaning person, and that is a priority! Little North Shore has THE best view on the lake, and is so very peaceful, especially this time of year, no boats, and most summer people are gone, only the wildlife, which is always peaceful to watch! Thank you again for choosing our little cottage. Maybe you can come back again when Greg can fish.🐠☀️😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful great place!!

They had everything you needed, very quiet !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better in person. We loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Mark, You guys loved fishing more than anyone who has ever stayed (almost as much as Mark :))) )! We loved that! And so happy you were able to bring your grandson! In fact, we bought a little light for the boat next time....just for you :) Your friends, Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay in a beautiful setting

We enjoyed our stay at this cute little cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
Thanks Joe & family! And we were happy to hear you were successful in your fishing! Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time!

We had a great time wonderful place to stay will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
So glad you had a nice time! You are welcome back anytime! Mark & Sherry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This adorable cottage has the most amazing views and the host was super nice and available for anything needed. The rooms were spacious and the kitchen was perfect. Must stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Hi Cindy, We are so happy you enjoyed our little cottage on ML! Little North Shore definitely has THE best views on the lake! You are welcome anytime! Your friends, Mark & Sherry
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