Beautiful Private Lake Michigan Beach House

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10399 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Beach view

Enjoy the area

Manistee, MI

Manistee County Beaches4 min drive
Orchard Beach State Park5 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)9 min drive
Little River Casino11 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This is a unique 4,250 sq ft 1940's cottage on a low bluff that has been completely updated, expanded and renovated to maintain the feel of the original
property. It is 'on the beach' with 160 feet of lakefront - three times the size of most of the properties in this beautiful enclave of Manistee. Located 4 miles from downtown Manistee, this cottage is it's own slice of heaven.....very private and lovely.

There is a gourmet kitchen, beautiful original stone fireplace that is used year round, and the grounds are spectacular. Large front (Lakeside) patio is perfect for a late evening bbque and sunset. The back (street side) patio is perfect for coffee while the sun comes up. There are hiking trails within walking distance. Great biking routes and you can even bike into town. Currently, because of the high water levels, we have sandy cove instead of endless walkable beachand we have a massive seawall which has a very large sandy area with a firepit and seating. This is a private seawall for our property. There is easy accessibility to our private beach cove. And there are large beaches at both of the public beaches in town with playgrounds. This is the perfect getaway for a family.

This is a private home - It is smoke free and pets free. We do
not accept large groups who just want to have a party house - we
are respectful of our neighbors and we request our renters to
maintain a peaceful decorum. Please no fireworks and ensure that the beach fire is completly out before leaving the beach.
Keywords: Lake Michigan, Beachfront, Cottage, Beach House, Private, Beach,

Property manager

Jill Sperling

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Beach view

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We love children - they will have a blast!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All trash must be bagged tightly and placed in the bins on the driveway, with the lid secured.

We request that furniture moved to lawn be moved off the lawn at night due to sprinklers/landscaper and that it be in orignal place when deparing

If you are approved for a pet, please pick up after your pet on a daily basis.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this vacation home is on the beach. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orchard Beach State Park and Portage Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manistee, MI

What's nearby

Manistee County Beaches - 4 min drive
Orchard Beach State Park - 5 min drive
Manistee Lake - 7 min drive
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 11 min drive
Little River Casino - 11 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
Jailhouse Bar - 12 min drive
China Buffet - 9 min drive
Bungalow Inn - 11 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Private Lake Michigan Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

15 August 2023

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

Manistee cottage

As advertised. Easy beach access. Lots of space. Owners were very helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason C.

14 August 2023

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

Perfect week!

My family and I had the most amazing time at this property. I have been traveling and staying at rental units for 15 years and this was by far the most enjoyable stay. The property had everything we needed and then some, communication with the host was excellent and we felt at home from the moment we arrived. Highly recommended!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

8 August 2023

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

Absolutely perfect family vacation

Adorable home with plenty of space for our large family of 12. There are 2 large family rooms, and huge dining room table for everyone to eat together. The photos are a little tough to determine the layout but it was perfect for extended families. Everyone had their own space. The home is older, with lots of charm. Beds were incredibly comfortable. The absolute GEM is the property!! Huge well taken care of yard, sandy beaches just about 9 steps down. We rented a kayak, spent lots of time outside. Very very sad our trip was over because this place is MAGIC. One side note that would absolutely not deter our stay, the water in showers and sink, laundry is brownish in color and odor. Well water perhaps? Just make sure to stock up on bottled water and dont bring lightly colored nice clothing or towels. Thank you Jill fir sharing your home with us!!! Memories made!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

7 August 2023

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

Amazing experience!

The house was so well suited to our family. The beach, right outside the back door, was amazing! We enjoyed swimming in Lake Michigan, watching beautiful sunsets, and bonfires on the beach. It was a wonderful family vacation, and we’ve booked it again for next year! Jill Sperling was very friendly, and attentive to our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

2 August 2023

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

Fantastic Stay!!

Our stay was phenomenal! The house was large enough to accommodate 6 adults and 3 kids with plenty of room to spare. There were plenty of bathrooms and the kitchen was fully stocked with whatever you’d need to prepare a meal. The outside was perfect for yard games and the large, private beach was just steps away. You can’t get any closer to the beach! We spent our vacation climbing dunes, another rafting and a couple afternoons downtown Manistee for shopping and dinner. The rest of the time was swimming and enjoying the beach. Jill was so great to work with and so, so very kind. I would highly recommend this place! As a matter of fact, we requested to come back again next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jill Sperling

We all love Michigan, especially Manistee, however, we have lived in Los Angeles since 1989. Buying this home in 2001 has allowed us to give our children unique summers experiences as they have been able to spend all their summers on the shore of Lake Michigan. We hope you will be able to enjoy our cottage for years to come and give your children the same summer memories that we have been able to give ours.

Why they chose this property

Jill grew up in Manistee and loved being on Lake Michigan and enjoyed the beaches all summer long. We wanted a place to get our family out of the city and be close to family and friends during the summer. This is a unique property with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh air, beautiful sunsets and family.

What makes this property unique

Relaxation, beautiful sunsets, great friends and family near by. The city of Manistee is charming with lovely Victorian storefronts, good food and a beautiful river walk. We love to venture into town, however, we hardly leave the property because we have all we need to keep us relaxed and occupied. There is a swingset, tetherball, and basketball court on the property. Plus lots of wildlife, including deer, eagles, raccoons, lots of birds and sometimes fox. We always have a pet toad and frog show up to catch the knats.

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