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Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Wilderness State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Place, Wilderness State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1 Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 Main Floor

2 Single Beds

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach

• Loft Master Bedroom has queen bed, full bath and reading nook.
• Two Main Floor Bedrooms. One queen bed, two twin beds.
• Full bath on main floor.
• Fiber Optic high speed internet installed in 2020
This 1,700 square foot log cottage is on Sturgeon Bay Drive, 3 miles north of Cross Village. It is on a quiet cove of Lake Michigan beach front and offers tall cedar trees surrounding the cottage and access to miles of Lake Michigan beaches.
Sit on the deck and gaze over Lake Michigan, or take a few steps down and enjoy the view from the beach.
Sommerset has a beautiful log interior, tastefully decorated with a wood burning stove for those chilly northern Michigan evenings. A wonderful place to relax, unwind and enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$25 a day per dog. 2 dogs max. 75 lbs limit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking
Late departure charge of $50 per half hour on departures after 11AM
Pet fee is $25 per dog, per day, maximum 2 dogs

Important information

You need to know

Property # 426668vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cabin is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Wilderness State Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Totem Village are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Wilderness State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 34 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 37 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 38 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 47 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crow's Nest - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Legs Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old World Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pumpkin Barn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs cabin is just steps away from Wilderness State Park and Lake Michigan. Tunnel of Trees is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great beach retreat

Loved the beach and the house was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great beach

The cabin was accurately portrayed in the pictures . We have been to beaches all over the US and this beach holds up to any of them .
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2021
Thanks Dan!!! Best, Mark & Kathlyne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Great beachfront property

Great location right on Lake Michigan. So unusual to find something this private right on the lake, the beach was beautiful. Sommerset Lake House was super clean and well equipped and Mark was great to work with--a really great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks Alex! Glad you enjoyed your time at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Beautiful beach

What an amazing cottage and beach. Truly the best I’ve experienced in Northern Michigan! My son couldn’t stop thanking me for bringing him here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2022
Thanks Vanessa! Glad you enjoyed your time at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Perfect peace!

Incredibly peaceful. Cabin is very well maintained with a number of updates since our prior stay in 2014.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2022
Thanks Leslie! Glad you were able to be our guest again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

An Exceptional Rental

Our family enjoyed one of our best vacations ever while staying at this property. The home is absolutely beautiful and the location provides serenity and the beauty of Northern Michigan. Our family loved the beach area, access to the state park next door, and the many golf courses in the area.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks Dave!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall F.

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

Great Getaway

Charming cabin in the trees on the dunes. This is exactly what we hope for when we rent a vacation property. We felt like we were at home, only on the Lake Michigan shoreline. We couldn't ask for much more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Beautiful lake home

Beautiful cottage steps away from Lake Michigan was just what we were looking for. Quiet, sandy beach. Enjoyed the home’s amenities like the hammock, the grill out on the deck, and the camp fire on the beach. Enjoyed making s’mores and looking at the stars. Great place to enjoy Northern Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2022
Thanks Julie! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

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

Slice of Lake Michigan Heaven!

The Sommerset Lake house and setting was splendid all around! Mark was so kind and generous with his time and communications…what an incredible week of Lake Michigan fun and sunsets! Thank you so for such a remarkably clean, well-stocked, and comfortable home and string!! We hope to return and share with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2022
Thanks Penny! Glad you enjoyed your stay at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

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

Holiday Gathering

Sommerset was a perfect place for our family to gather for walks along the beach, beautiful sunsets and hiking through Wilderness S. P. Lots of time for games and meals together. Mark was very thorough with both communication and the condition of the property. We would certainly consider another trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks Dale! Glad you enjoyed your time at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Sommerset cabin

Fantastic place! First time staying in Cross Village. The owner Mark was easy to talk with, answered any and all questions, made check-in extremely easy! The cabin is awesome, has the “up north” feel. Well stocked with everything you could need. You’re at the southern end of Wilderness State Park so it’s very peaceful and very quiet! Great time walking on the beach with the dog! Overall an awesome time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Thanks Bill! So glad you enjoyed your time at Sommerset!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Cozy home in a wonderful location for peace, quiet and nature

The house was clean, cozy and very comfortable for our family of 4 (and would easily and comfortably accommodate up to 6 people). The exposed wood beams and the decor gives the place a wonderful rustic lodge feeling. Even better is the location: steps away from pristine, quiet beach on Lake Michigan, which in turn is steps from the border of the Wilderness State Park, with miles of practically-empty beach and woods to wander and enjoy. The hosts are also incredibly responsive, generous and helpful. A perfect location for a quiet, peaceful and beautiful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2023
Thanks Eric, So glad everything worked out! Hope you can visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm C.

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

Great stay at Somerset

This is a very nice property, well appointed. A perfect "up north" get away. Clean, well maintained and equipped. Nice deck. Right on a spectacular wide, sandy, miles long beach. Adjacent to Wilderness State Park. Very close to Legs Inn and other attractions at Cross Village and Good Hart. Convenient to Harbor Springs, The Straits, and even Petosky. Plenty of hiking nearby, especially in Nature Concervancy sites.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2023
Thank you Norman! We always enjoy having you up at Sommerset! Hope to have you up next year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Y.

Great Vacation

This was our first visit to this part of Michigan. The somerset is a very nice log home on a "deserted" beach. There are homes right next to Somerset, but we only saw one person the entire time. The night sky was incredible. The water was clear, blue and calm during our stay. Somerset had plenty of room and was very comfortable. We hope to return again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thank you for staying with us - please consider Sommerset for next year. Best, Mark and Kathlyne
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

A.....maz......ing!!

We had such a great time at this cottage. It is adorable, clean and right on the beach with an incredible sand bar just off the shore. The lake was crystal clear and we even had some fun waves at the end of the week due to some wind!We were 30 minutes from Harbor springs for some shopping and 30 minutes from Mackinac city for shopping and a day on the island. Only did a couple of days away though since the cottage was definitely the place to be!!Thanks so much Sommerset!! We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Tom: Redford Township, MI

We had an outstanding time at Sommerset. It is a very wonderful and comfortable log home surrounded by pine trees and the back deck is fantastic. Even though there are house on both sides of Sommerst it seems very secluded. The log home is well maintained and the view of Lake Michigan is awesome. There is a large sandy beach with a fire pit and another wonderful view of Lake Michigan. Mackinaw City is about 25 minutes away. We will be going back in the future. We had no problems making reservation. It is a great place.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks Tom! We will look forward to your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan C.

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

Clean house!!

The property was very clean . Beds were comfortable.(Needed a step stool to get in).However, the washer dryer situation is not good. Washer drains in a sink which over flows. Water and electricity are not a good mix. A dishwasher would be nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Sorry you had the experience with the washer. There is a lint filter on the drain which most people simply clean out. The bed on the upper level is elevated so people have a great view of Lake Michigan. There is a step stool available in the laundry area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful stay. Went down to the beach, enjoyed the view and walked along to the bend. It was so relaxing. Went in the hot tub. Read my book on the patio chairs. Beds and furnitures are very comfortable. Very clean house. My only advise: Make sure to buy your groceries ahead of time, including oil for cooking and jug of drinking water, if you don't like the taste of well water. Theirs wasn't bad at all but if you have kids or even adults that aren't used to it. Major grocery stores, Walmart/Meijer were about 45 mins away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ina L.

Beautiful place

Very clean, comfortable place. The pictures and description of cabin are very accurate. Inside is actually nicer than the pictures. Just a few steps down to the beach. The beach is very pretty, yes there are rocks, just wear shoes. Nice walking beach, ( it was too cold to be in the water while we were there, except for our dog, who had an amazing time in the lake) Great sunsets. Nice outside deck with deck furniture. The street to the cabin has very little traffic and nice for bike riding or walking with some nice views. We seemed to be the only ones on this stretch of beach, we never saw another person. Enjoyed the fireplace. The upstairs bedroom is very cozy, romantic. The decor is tasteful. Appliances are well maintained. There is only one close restaurant (Leggs?) The grocery store that is attached to the gas station is very well stocked and the owners were very helpful with local info. A nice drive down route 119. Runs along the coast and the changing leaves were gorgeous. Stopped at a little store Good Hart? maybe, that was on that route also. Nice owner, good pastries. We enjoyed our stay even though it was cold and very windy the cabin remained cozy. Thank you for allowing our dog to stay with us, she loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2020
Thanks Ina! Please come back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julio B.

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

Beautiful Lake Michigan Cottage

As described, responsive owners. Would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks Julio!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman C.

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

asommersetvWeekend

Rental process was very smooth. Communications with the property owner was just excellent. Many suggestions for area points, restaurants, etc. of interest. The property was spotless! Beautiful place in beautiful location.. 10 of 10!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne R.

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

Beautiful beach

Peaceful property, fantastic view, basically private beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Awesome & peaceful

Definitely would seek out this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne B.

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

Great Up North Getaway

My family of three really enjoyed our week-long stay at this spacious and clean log home. Close to Cross Village, Mackinaw City, Harbor Springs, and Petoskey, while merely steps away from Wilderness State Park. Guests do need to be able to navigate stairs to enjoy the property and Lake Michigan beach. Quiet residential community with very light foot traffic at the serene shoreline. Many days we were the only people out there! Home is equipped with pretty much every thing you need to enjoy your stay. WiFi and Direct TV were nice for rainy days. We appreciated the thorough guest binder with info and tips provided by the hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Lovely Log Cabin

My friends, my husband, and I really enjoyed our stay here. The private beach has many rocks for inspecting, lovely views, and the house has all the amenities you'd need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mark or Kathlyne Sommers

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We are native Michiganders who love our state!
Originally from the northwest suburbs of Detroit, we have vacationed in northern Michigan for over 20 years. We love this area and think you will too!

Why they chose this property

All levels of golf are within a 15 minute drive.
The famous 'Tunnel of Trees' which is great for cyclists or a nice afternoon drive is only 3 miles south. Explore Wilderness State Park just up the road or enjoy all sorts of water sports; kayaking, swimming, wind sailing, etc.
Sommerset is a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan and the grandeur of Northern Michigan.

What makes this property unique

Wonderful / wide sandy beach with gentle slope going far out into the lake. Sunsets are absolutely stunning & see the beacons from 5 light houses on a clear night. Protected by tall cedar trees and very quiet...peacefull

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