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Romantic Hideaway – 2 kayaks included, Stroll to Lake Michigan

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Nestled between the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan and Portage Lake.
Built in 1903 and full of nostalgic charm!
Aerial view of the resort.
Night at the Resort.
Kayaking on Portage Lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 319 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Onekama, MI
  • Portage Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed and 2 Single Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Romantic Hideaway – 2 kayaks included, Stroll to Lake Michigan

Beech Loft – Cozy Lake Escape at Historic Portage Point Resort

Welcome to Beech Loft, your charming and budget-friendly retreat located at the iconic Portage Point Resort, nestled between the peaceful shores of Portage Lake and the breathtaking expanse of Lake Michigan. This cozy loft offers guests a unique opportunity to enjoy resort amenities and natural beauty—at a fantastic value.

Steeped in tradition since 1903, Portage Point Resort continues to be a beloved destination for couples, families, and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're here for lake days, hiking, skiing, or simply relaxing, Beech Loft provides comfort, charm, and unbeatable access to it all.

THE SPACE
Beech Loft is thoughtfully designed to make the most of its compact footprint:

Queen-size Murphy bed for comfortable sleeping by night, space-saving by day

Two twin-size fold-out chair beds, perfect for kids or extra guests

Compact kitchen with all the essentials

Private deck with a gas grill for outdoor dining or evening wine

2 kayaks included for Portage Lake adventures

Please Note: Stair use is required to access this unit.

RESORT AMENITIES (On-Site)
Sandy beach on Portage Lake

Eddie’s Beach Club – seasonal saltwater pool & hot tub*

Portage Point Pizzeria & Ice Cream Shop*

Lahey’s Pub* – casual bar with lake vibes

Fishing station, shuffleboard, swing set, campfire areas & green space

Boat/Snowmobile/Trailer parking available

Access to shared lakeside decks

Amenities open seasonally – see operating hours below

WALK TO LAKE MICHIGAN!
Just a 2–3 minute walk (150 yards) brings you to the stunning shoreline of Lake Michigan—perfect for swimming, beachcombing, and catching world-class sunsets.

2025 SEASONAL HOURS
Lahey’s Pub
Fridays & Saturdays: Open at 4:00 PM through Labor Day

Pizzeria & Ice Cream Shop (Starting June 18)
Tues–Thurs: 5:00–10:00 PM
Fri & Sat: 12:00–10:00 PM

Hours subject to change based on staffing

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Lake Michigan public beaches – multiple access points close by

Little River Casino

Arcadia Bluffs & Crystal Mountain Golf Courses

Crystal Mountain & Caberfae Peaks Ski Resorts

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Explore Manistee, Traverse City, and the M-22 Coastal Drive for shopping, dining, wineries, festivals, and scenic tours

YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES
Kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, fishing

Hiking, U-pick farms, fall color tours

Snowmobiling, ice fishing, snowshoeing

Hunting and golfing options nearby

Beech Loft is perfect for guests who want to enjoy the best of Northern Michigan without breaking the bank. With its cozy setup, historic resort charm, and unmatched location, it’s a place where you can relax, recharge, and reconnect with what matters most.

Property manager

Kathy & Steve King
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Studio unit will be tight with more than 2 people.
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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

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this apartment is on the beach. Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Manistee County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Onekama, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Manistee County Beaches - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Pierport Beach - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Slipper Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Dog Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Ice Cream & Eatery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 kayaks included, on Portage Lake & walk to Lake Michigan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 2 kayaks included, on Portage Lake & walk to Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 kayaks included, on Portage Lake & walk to Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 kayaks included, on Portage Lake & walk to Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 kayaks included, on Portage Lake & walk to Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Onekama apartment building is just steps away from Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved the room and the location. Very quiet and private within the resort. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Cozy and cute

Loved staying here. Hosts were amazing at communicating, best ever. Place had amazing finishes and was so efficient with storage etc. highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Excellent Location!!

Great place and neighbors. Owner even mailed back my wife’s purse that she accidentally left behind at the condo. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Wonderful Onekama Visit

We had another wonderful visit to the area and the condo had everything! Neat clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Cozy Getaway in Onekama!

This small, renovated room in Onekama was the perfect base for our recent trip. The space was clean and comfortable, ideal for two travelers or a solo adventurer. We loved the easy access to the lake and the friendly communication with the owners. The room was exactly as described, providing a cozy and affordable option for our stay. If you're looking for a simple yet comfortable place to stay in Onekama, we highly recommend this option.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bex B.

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

Cozy and Lakes on Lakes!

Beautiful area and a fantastic studio space for a romantic getaway! Great and easy communication with an accommodating host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria I.

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

Small but mighty!

This is a studio space but packs a lot into it, including a great deck with a grill. Also is a wonderfully equipped entry hall with beach stuff, a wheeled cooler and beach towels. The kitchen has everything you need, with a cute retro look little fridge with freezer and microwave. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

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

Family getaway to Beech Loft

The Beech Loft had everything we needed, plus more. It was a cozy place and close to all the amenities Portage Point Inn has to offer. We utilized the full kitchen, loved the balcony and all the extra beach accessories to use - including kayaks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

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

Cute Condo

Owners were super helpful and active when it came to information that we needed. This is the perfect little gateway I will say it would be super hard to sleep more than 2 people in the condo - but seriously loved the view and area. Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Great Lake lover’s location

Cozy indoor space, great for tiny living practice, located inside a house. The balcony of the house has a great view of Lake Portage. Lake Michigan is only a 3-5 min. walk. The space was a tight fit with our traveling crib set up, but totally doable even with midnight feedings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Girls trip

A friend and I took a week long girls trip and stayed here. This was a perfect place for the 2 of us. It had all the activity tools we needed as out of town era so we could go beach to beach with the chairs, umbrella and cooler. It was absolutely peaceful and comfortable in the condo! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Lake

Lake Michigan around the corner, had fun.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

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

Perfect for 2

This amazing studio was the perfect size for me and my girlfriend. We stayed here to go to crystal mountain to snowboard. It’s in a quaint location and a 2-3 minute walk away from public Lake Michigan beach access.We were able to drive into Manistee and Traverse City for dinner. The studio itself was so clean and nicely decorated. We loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Cozy condo in a great location!

This condo was perfect for a weekend getaway to Portage Point with my husband! Clean, comfortable and well appointed with all of the essentials. Makes great use of the space. It was nice to have a kitchen for cooking breakfast and the pool/hot tub to use. A beautiful Lake Michigan beach (our favorite in Michigan) that is a short walk away makes this an excellent destination! We have been coming to Portage Point for many years and happy to have this condo as an option when just the two of us visit without the kids. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Perfect

The hosts immediately responded to all questions. The loft was meticulously decorated as well as clean. My daughter and I enjoyed a Mother's Day weekend here. Although it was on the chilly side, we were able to sun on the balcony and took advantage of the complimentary kayaks. Best of all, we had the whole resort to ourselves. I can only imagine the sun and fun in peak season, but if you want a quiet get away, come here off season!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fenogliooo

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

Perfect cozy winter nook

My wife and I stayed here 3 days for the start of our honeymoon and we really loved it. At first we were a little shocked to see how small it was but once we got the Murphy bed down and the room warmed up by the cool electric fireplace we fell in love. We kept saying how it would be an excellent bachelor pad. The scenic views were amazing even in the winter. The lake was frozen over and we had fun walking around the resort. Unfortunately the pool was closed in winter as it’s outside but the hot tub was open and a condo owner at the resort showed us how to open the lid and we went for a exhilarating hot tubbing alongside the frozen lake and it was magical. Great for pictures as well. I do recommend if you do that to bring a hat while hot tubbing so your ears aren’t cold which we forgot but we managed and enjoyed it very well. We’re interested in coming back for the summer as we think it would be even more exciting. They had an excellent market just down the road about a mile and we even got DoorDash to our room which was very convenient. We would definitely recommend this place for a party no bigger than two at our specific rental but if you were to get a larger size rental, this resort would be very fun for a group of friends American pie style. The host was very nice to us and checking out we actually forgot our wallet and had to drive an hour back to get it. The host was very nice and we retrieved it back with no issues and were on our way to our next spot. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K., Olivet , MI

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

A Nice Get-away

This condo is in an old building reminiscent of an earlier era . Opening the front door you see a huge fireplace with chairs nearby to sit and visit . The condo is small but we don’t require much room . It’s light , bright and has everything you need . The Murphy bed was “VERY COMFORTABLE , we left it down during our stay but it easily pushes up out of the way . The attached deck is great but we didn’t have the weather to enjoy it . The lake & surrounding area is beautiful , people were friendly , we couldn’t ask for anything more . Enjoyed our stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy G.

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

Amazing Location

We picked Beech Lodge because of its proximity to Lake Michigan and Portage Lake. It sits perfectly between the two, a quick walk in either direction. The condo is very small, which we knew going in. The listing is very accurate. It would only reasonably sleep two people, but we did so easily for a week. The Murphy bed was easy to use. The kitchen was small but very usable. Everything was very clean and nearly new. The communication with the hosts was great. They were super quick to reply to any questions and also offered a lot of insight into the area. Very, very friendly and helpful. Overall it was a really great stay and we would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

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

Perfect!

As advertised, it's a small studio, but the space is maximized with plenty of storage and beautifully decorated. And, the bed is comfortable! This studio is the perfect location to explore towns north and south of Onekama driving on M-22. I went as far north as Frankfort and as far south to Manistee, all within a 45 minute drive. I would have explored more, but I wanted time for the beach. Speaking of the beach, the public access beach area on Lake Michigan can't be beat. It's stunning and less crowded than local favorites. I'm looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

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

Anniversary getaway

Great property. Very relaxing and quiet. Perfect place to getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

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

Portage Pointe Resort Condo

We were very happy with this property. It has everything needed for a comfortable stay for 1-2 people. It is actually bigger than what might be initially perceived when you consider the foyer as a place to store things (eg luggage), the balcony with a grill and the community propery sitting areas. And despite it being a small place it is nicely decorated. If you don't require gathering space within the unit it is perfect for sleeping, preparing simple meals and as a home base for the area attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P., Waynesville, Ohio

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

Love the Loft!

Very efficient use of space and attention to detail! Everything you need for your stay at the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sophie M.

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

Cute but…,

This place was cute but moving furniture and pulling the bed down to go to sleep was a bit much for me (64 years old). Loved the deck and privacy. The host, Kathy was great. Great location, loved the pool and being so close to Lake MI. Overall really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

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

Perfect Hideaway

I really enjoyed my stay at Beech Loft. The Murphy bed was very easy to use and I appreciated all the space I had in the room during the day when the bed was stored up. The microwave, refrigerator, and kitchenette were so cute and perfect to store all the snacks and drinks I needed. Beach chairs and an umbrella were included with the rental (among other extras!) and I was able to use them when I went down to Lake Michigan in the afternoons. The Beech Loft was truly a "hidden gem" at Portage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Nice space with great views.

This is a great spot for one or two people, right on Portage Lake. Enjoyed the kayaks, and the loft came with some other useful things as well, like beach chairs and a cooler. Just an hour drive from Traverse City and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Glen Arbor and Glen Haven are also a must!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy & Steve King

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We have been together for over 30 years, both, growing up in Michigan. Spending time, and relaxing, with family and friends is what we love the most! Time away doing this is good for the soul!

We have owned several rental properties, both here in Michigan and in Florida, achieving the highest host level on any platform we have utilized. Our guests are ALWAYS our priority and when you stay at our condo, you get caring, vested owners who will always put you first! Your comfort and enjoyment is our priority!

Why they chose this property

Portage Point Resort, in Onekama, is not only unique in its nostalgic feel but its location is beautiful and incredibly unique as well. Located on a very narrow strip of land, situated between two amazing and clear lakes. Directly on Portage Lake, which has so much to offer (swimming, fishing, water sports...) along with Lake Michigans spectacular sandy beaches and clear waters just steps away!

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English

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