G*R*E*A*T* no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach!

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Back of home showing perennial garden and cabin

View from kitchen with Lake Michigan in the background

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Location
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5 bedroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Manistee, MI

Manistee County Beaches2 min walk
Portage Lake5 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)12 min drive
Little River Casino14 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

CABIN Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Pullout in sunroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeping Space

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

GRE*AT no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach!

Relax on Lake Michigan in our 2016 updated lakefront home on Lake Michigan which offers a private, shallow beach along with the following:
- 2500 sf 2-story home with 1.5 kitchens, 2 family rooms, 4 bedrooms and 2 baths INCLUDES a detached rustic camping cabin with a king bed and 3rd bathroom (unavailable in winter months due to no heat in cabin).
- The property is surrounded by trees yet so close to the beach you will be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves.
SECOND LEVEL- 2 beds
- Enjoy gathering in the spacious, new great room with leather seating facing a 55" flat screen tv, dining area and a kitchen, all with views of the lake. The kitchen within the great room has 2 granite islands with stools and new stainless steel appliances. The dining table for 8 is adjacent to sliders to the deck.
- 1 King bedroom is adjacent to the updated bathroom with marble shower.
- The sun room with a panoramic view of the lake is right off of the great room and has a queen pullout.
FIRST LEVEL - 5 beds
- This floor has 3 bedrooms, a full bath with laundry facilities, a mini-kitchen with sink, refrigerator and microwave, and a family room facing the lake with a 2nd 55" tv. There is also an alcove with a 2-twin bed trundle.
NOTE: Inside access between the 2 floors is a CIRCULAR STAIRCASE. Traditional staircase is located outside.
VERY RUSTIC CABIN: 5th BEDROOM/3RD BATH: Original 1940's pine cottage located next to the main home is a step up from sleeping outside. It consists of a sleeping room with a king bed, a separate bath (shower stall) and is perfect for family members who want added privacy WITHOUT FRILLS. (can be musty smelling and is not available in the winter months due to no heat or water).

Basic cable TV for two Smart 55" flat screen tv's, one on each level. Charcoal Grill.

The property is approx. 6 miles North of the city of Manistee and 7 miles South of Onekama.

Golf at Arcadia Bluffs and Arcadia Highlands, which in only about 10 miles north of us. Also close to Manistee National, Manistee Country Club and Crystal Mountain courses. Crystal Mountain is approximately 25 miles or 35 min. drive from the house and also offers skiing and other winter fun for your winter stay. Caberfae ski slopes are also nearby, as are many snowmobiling and hiking trails.

No smoking, please. Dogs welcome for an additional fee. Please inquire.

Property manager

Lisa Heinrich

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Signed contract must be received within 48 hours or booking will be cancelled. Follow up phone call will be made to confirm and answer any questions.

PETS: A signed Pet Contract will be required and flea and tick protection is a must.

Parties are not permitted. Maximum of 4 cars.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manistee, MI

What's nearby

Manistee County Beaches - 2 min walk
Portage Lake - 5 min drive
Orchard Beach State Park - 8 min drive
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 13 min drive
Little River Casino - 14 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

China Buffet - 12 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 12 min drive
North Channel Brewing - 11 min drive
Big Al'S Pizza - 9 min drive
Blue Slipper Tavern - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is G*R*E*A*T* no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at G*R*E*A*T* no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at G*R*E*A*T* no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is G*R*E*A*T* no bluff beach! Yes, we have a beach! located?

This family-friendly Manistee holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Manistee County Beaches and Lake Michigan. Portage Lake is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

13 July 2023

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

Amazing Lake House - Amazing SunSets

We are so fortunate to have found and enjoyed this lake front property. It has everything and more than we needed to elevate our experience. In fact we knew the moment we walked in we wanted to extend our stay so we did. The structure obviously has some age but what a gem and the owners have ensured all the creature comforts are high end and plenty. We loved the great room with high ceilings, the two islands in the kitchen / bar and all the great gathering spaces outdoors for catching those amazing sunsets. Great space for large group.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 July 2023

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

1st time in Michigan

We had never been to a great lake and we stumbled upon this listing , the house was nice , the location is a quaint little town and the owner is awesome . If we come back to michigan we will stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Vijay J.

16 June 2023

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Charged unfairly

This property has many restrictions and an odd set up. Although pets are allowed there is a fee and deposit which is fair and understandable. However, what was unfair was to charge a cleaning fee and state our dogs have fleas. Our 4 dogs have never had fleas, not now, and not at this rental. They are on flea and tick year round and just had their monthly preventative medication. This house is also hard to get into, (need to carry supplies up to upper level) old (with a mildew smell) and and has a dampness to it with frigid cold lower floor. We were disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S., San Francisco, California

31 January 2023

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

Winter Getaway

This was our second time staying here over the Christmas holiday. The house very easily fit four adults, two seniors, and two teens. The spacious kitchen was great for cooking large meals, and the dining area fit us all comfortably. There is plenty of space in the house for everyone. We look forward to going back. The host was attentive, a great communicator and very helpful. We especially appreciated the extra attention she gave us during the huge snow storm that blew through. We are looking forward to going back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

james o.

26 September 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bugs

The fruit flies were excessive. The location is great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Heinrich

Why they chose this property

We love Lake Michigan! We love the sounds, the smells, the views and most especially the calm, peaceful feeling of being up North! Everyone is so friendly and there is so much to do. A nice location for golf...Arcadia Bluffs, Manistee National and Manistee Country Club (not private) are just minutes away...and the Arcadia Scenic Overlook is a must see! We are also just minutes to many kayaking and fishing areas, as well as skiing (Caberfae and Crystal Mountain) and snowmobiling trails.

What makes this property unique

This home is very cozy and welcoming and just steps away, the separate knotty pine cabin with recently renovated flooring and bathroom, lends a feeling of shades of vacations from long ago. It truly is the best place to relax on Lake Michigan, and you will soon discover why "Sunset Shores" was chosen for our name.

The lawn area between the house and the beach is also enjoyed for games, fires and an afternoon nap, and the small frog pond is a great attraction for the little ones. Also in the backyard and within view of the picture windows overlooking the lake is a bird feeder, so if you are a birder, bring some seed and binoculars!

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