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Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake

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Street view of the cottage. My husband & I made the pine cut-out shutters.
Outdoor dining
Beautiful View of the Sturgeon River going upstream, away from Burt Lake
Property grounds
View of Burt Lake from street side of cottage.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 666.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Indian River, MI
  • Place, Burt Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Burt Lake State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Adventures
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake

Perfect get-away cottage for 4 adults & 2 kids, 12yrs or younger! This Cottage on the Sturgeon Rvr provides a private, waterfront setting, located on a navigable section of the Sturgeon River across from a wooded area of Burt Lake State Park. This location allows easy access to Burt Lake, the Indian River, and the Inland Waterway! You can tie your boat/jet ski right up to the bulkhead and not have to hassle with trailering to the launch site each day (note a bridge limits boat height to 55 inches, and an outboard or I/O is recommended). Two kayaks are available for your use on the Sturgeon during your stay.

The property is nestled within Indian River’s village limits making easy access to I-75, US27, and M68. It is a short distance to Mackinaw City/Mackinaw Island, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix and Cheboygan and all they have to offer.

This newly renovated cottage is walking distance to the Devoe Beach, Burt Lake, Veterans' Pier, Indian River Cruises, walking/bike trails, ice cream, restaurants, coffee shop and shopping. You are only 5 minutes by bike to the North Michigan State Trail, a 79-mile hiking, biking and snowmobile trail. The tree lined trail runs along the shoreline of picturesque Mullet Lake. Bring your bikes and walking shoes to enjoy bike rides and hiking on the trails or. just sit back and relax on the deck or around the firepit with a cold beverage and enjoy the river. Something to do for the entire family!

The Cottage is decorated in a vintage, Up North theme with antique fishing gear, vintage maps and copper accents. The new casemate windows are easy to operate and provide a soothing cross breeze for those opting to enjoy Northern Michigan’s fresh air and cool nights. A new heating and air conditioning system has been installed for those hotter days/nights in August. There are ceiling fans in the bedrooms and living areas.

The Master Bedroom, Moose Room, has a beautiful view of the Sturgeon River, comfy queen bed and a new half bath. The second bedroom, Sturgeon Room, has large windows along two walls to provide plenty of light and a great view of the river and wooded riverbank. All windows have blinds to block out the sun and provide privacy.

The living room has a large picture window facing the Sturgeon River and has been arranged with a comfy L-Shaped Sofa bed with queen mattress, a new Flexsteel motorized recliner with USB, and a wall mounted Smart TV. The dining area boasts a beautiful view of Burt Lake, a table to seat 4 to 6, and a coffee station.

The newly remodeled kitchen has full-size Stainless-Steel Appliances, a hammered copper farm sink with industrial style faucet, and a cook's Pot Filler above the stove. The eye level microwave above the stove makes it easy to warm up left-overs and pizza slices. The dishes and glassware have a colorful trout theme. The silverware has hammered copper handles, reminiscent of the areas' copper mines.

The cottage lawn provides plenty of space for backyard BBQ's, Bonfire, Croquet, Corn Hole and fishing!

*The cottage owners reside next door and are able to provide any assistance or information that you may need.





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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids 13 and up are considered adults for booking.
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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
No more than 2 vehicles and 1 Boat Trailer.
No Camping on the property.
No overnight guests. $100 fee per person over 4 ad

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this cottage is on the waterfront. Indian River Golf Club and Seasons of the North Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Burt Lake State Park and Agnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve. Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania! are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Indian River, MI

What's nearby

  • Burt Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Burt Lake State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Devoe Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Bear Adventures - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Vivio's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yaz’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seasons of the North Winery - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$545, 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 Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cottage w/ Boat Docking and easy access to Burt Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Burt Lake State Park and Burt Lake. Devoe Beach and Big Bear Adventures are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

T.J. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. Cabin was decorated with love and upkeep is pristine. Lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Very nice stay and helpful owners who answered all questions in a friendly manner.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was amazing. So quaint and very well stocked, they thought of everything. The property is beautiful and well taken care of. The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was amazing. Close to stores, boat launching and docking. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage on Sturgeon River. Place to dock your boat was a plus. Access to Burt Lake and Inland Waterway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deb and Joe were helpful, friendly and just nice people. The cottage is absolutely adorable and well equipped. Thanks for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deb and Joe are very nice people. We enjoyed talking with them. We didn’t need anything while we were there they had it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

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

Awesome for Fishing!

Family loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

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

great stay up north

Neat, clean and centrally located to all sorts of northern Michigan sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Great place and location

We loved the location and the house was well stocked and clean. We plan to return in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

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

Great Location and Hosts

Great location. Clean and fully stocked. Owners, Deb and Joe, were friendly and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn A.

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

Great Location

Great little house on the river in a quiet part of the neighborhood close to the marina!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great Time

Enjoyed the cottage and had a great time. Very cozy and was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jef F.

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

Great location for fishing

Had a great time. Primo spot for fishing and getting out on inland waterway. River location is nice for docking since you are far enough down river to be out of wind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice cozy cottage on the Sturgeon River. Landlords are very nice and close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rich experiences

We love the decor and location. Many things to explore from dive bars to natural beauty. We shall return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Quaint cottage.

Cottage is lovely, very well equipped with quality products. Hosts are very helpful, suggested local activities and restaurants. I plan to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Cozy Cabin

Me and my boyfriend had a wonderful time at this cabin. We spent most of our time in the cabin just relaxing and enjoying each others company. The decor in this cabin was so unique and definitely made the place feel very cozy and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Peaceful time on the river

We had a great time at the "Riverfront cottage"! Everything as advertised. This was our second time staying here, and we had a couple of requests for this second stay, and Joe and Deb were grateful enough to oblige. Thank you. Mattresses are sooo comfy that we all slept like rocks. Very easy to get everything in and out of the cabin. Super clean and neat. We loved being right on the river and so close to everything you need and places to visit. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

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

Very relaxing and beautiful

Had a really good time had very beautiful sunsets every night right next to the lake.. everyone was very friendly around. We definitely will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Amazing!

Quaint, clean, and the perfect location! Can not say enough about our experience at the cottage. Deb and Joe were great hosts and made sure we had everything we needed and were very accommodating. Will be staying again :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

Cozy Cottage

Such an adorable cozy cottage! Located on the peaceful Sturgeon River. We Enjoyed our week as it is close to everything you could need. The owners are wonderful people offering so many extra’s. You could not be disappointed in choosing this vacation rental.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Perfect River Cabin!

The river cabin was perfect for our vacation! The cabin was decorated with an up north fishing theme and had everything we needed. The flowers and landscaping were beautiful. We enjoyed sitting outside with a view of the Sturgeon River. We took a nice walk and bike ride around the neighborhood and would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat. Great location.

Biked to dinner several nights, to ice cream and shopping. Kayak in river right off the back yard. Close to many wineries. Quiet, peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Friends getaway

This property is so incredibly nice! Clean, Wonderful decor, awesome location and amenities! So much to do in the area. Owners were extremely nice and communicative. They even let us change our guest situation at the last minute. We would definitely stay here again and hope they would welcome us back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Debra Kosloski

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Welcome to our multigenerational cottage! The cottage was originally purchased by my maternal grandparents in the late 1940's as an Up North fishing cabin. Grandpa Davis worked nights as an Engineer on Ford's railway and Grandma was a Detroit school teacher. They would travel north on Old 27, before interstate highways, for a week of fishing and relaxation. When Mom, my grandparents' only child, married my dad, Jack Fay, she was a student at MSU and he was in the Army Air Core's pilot's training school, preparing to join the forces during World War II. They made the Air Force a career and our family traveled all over the US. Whenever we were stationed within driving distance to Indian River, we would continue to vacation at the cottage.
In 1967 Grandma and Gramps retired, left Detroit, and moved to Indian River. They decided to sell the cottage to purchase a larger, year-round home. My parents bought the cottage to allow Grandpa continued access to the Sturgeon River's amenities and for us to continue to vacation while spending time with my grandparents. We loved to walk or ride our bikes to Grandma's house, the beach, or into town. The river was our playground. We swam, tubed and canoed each day! It was a kid's paradise!
When my parents retired in 1975, they too, made Indian River their permanent residence. My sister attended MSU and I finished my last two years of high school at Inland Lakes. My older siblings and I would take turns staying at the cottage during the summers and bring our children to enjoy the river.
My husband and I purchased the cottage from my parents' estate in 2018 and had it remodeled and modernized. The cottage has always been the one constant in my life since we had traveled so much as a military family. It is my hope that we can offer others the same experiences that my family has enjoyed by making our little cottage on the Sturgeon available as a vacation rental. We have also retired to Indian River and reside in the log home next door!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location!

What makes this property unique

The Cottage on the Sturgeon offers a serene, waterfront setting within a quaint little town. Easy access to fishing, pleasure boating, and multiple water sports. We are close to the interstate and surrounding towns and places to explore. The access to the Inland waterway allows us to explore many rivers and lakes in northern Michigan.

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