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Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake

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A wooden deck leading to a house with a porch and outdoor seating.
A living room with a fireplace, a dining table, and a sofa.
A single-story house with a red car parked in front.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a decorative metal headboard, a colorful floral bedspread, red and gray pillows, a small black nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Idlewild Lake
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Idlewild, MI
  • Place, Idlewild Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tank Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Paradise Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake

Historical Idlewild is situated in lake county with numerous streams rivers and lakes for fishing year-round. Our cottage has its own dock and beach with plenty of room on the deck for enjoying the scenery and just relaxing.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
You are responsible for The safety ofyour children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
$50 Pet fee charged or taken from the deposit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3079302vb
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
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

Idlewild

Idlewild is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Shrine of the Pines and Luther Area Museum are cultural highlights.
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Map
Idlewild, MI

What's nearby

  • Idlewild Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Idlewild Public Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tank Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Paradise Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Big Star Lake - 18 min drive - 18.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪To Jo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪876 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Very quaint, small Cottage on historic Idlewild lake located?

Situated in Idlewild, this cottage is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Idlewild Lake. Idlewild Public Library and Paradise Lake are also within 15 minutes.

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. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice to be right on the lake! This cabin is very peaceful. Easy to get to places like Big Rapids and Cadillac as well as other nearby locations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute clean cottage great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host were very kind and considerate addressed any concerns in a timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kai G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and peaceful what a nice view having coffee on the deck in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot for a quick weekend getaway. It was quaint, and cozy with good appliances & well-stocked accessories - kitchen tools, towels, blankets, patio furniture & cushions, 2 kayaks w/ paddles, gas-fire heatbox, and beautiful water access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place great view. Perfect place for a couple to relax..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was cute, well kept and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Great stay!

Comfortable, clean and lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER J.

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

Great Location! Cute clean cabin!

We loved the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway cottage. The house was clean & well stocked with anything we might have forgotten to pack. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was as described, cozy yet comfortable. The location on the lake front is ideal.The cottage was well stocked with creature comforts, utensils for cooking and BBQ and firepit.I would return again should I visit the area in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in was simple and easy. The home was beautifully decorated and comfortable. We had everything we needed to enjoy the home and the beautiful Idlewild Lake. Great host, I would definitely stay hear again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

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

This was an Anniversary getaway

This is a very nice cottage,very clean, well thought out with very nice amenities, in a quiet location.. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Place to sleep

Overall, the cottage met our need for a place to sleep while attending a wedding that was nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very special time, in a very special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house. Felt right at home. Very clean. Location is perfect right in the heart of Idlewild down the road from Paradise Park. I would definitely book again! 10/10!
Serenity
Morning view!
Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon B.

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

Nice relaxing weekend

We had a nice weekend with our dogs and had a last minute scheduling that the hosts were accommodating of. Their communication was timely and I formative.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was again wonderful like last year. There was an issue with cottage and owners were contacted and the problem was resolved very quickly. This is a great scenic, quiet, and centrally located place to stay on Lake Idlewild. I look forward to it again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber M.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

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

Peaceful

Great getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Nice and quiet

A clean and quit place.we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

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

Jazzy weekend

Wonderful historical location. House had everything we needed. We plan on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Our stay was wonderful! Very relaxing

The house is beautiful and so is the property. If you want tv or internet, then bring your own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Relaxing lake stay

Very quiet and peaceful. The cottage had everything we needed after driving from Memphis, Tennessee. Enjoyed kayaking, we rented from Baldwin Canoe Rentals. They dropped and picked up kayaks and life jackets, it was awesome! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

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

Beautiful view

Very nice cabin. Driveway needs a little work, really sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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