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Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI

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Cottage and driveway from Portage Point Drive
Front of cottage
Cottage on left and dollhouse on right
Cottage with sister cottage
Master with electric fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sitting room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI

This 2 bedroom knotty pine cottage offers beds for 5 plus a sleeper sofa. The large sitting room offers a picture window with views of Portage Lake. The eat-in kitchen is fully equipped. The master bedroom has a king sized bed and the second bedroom sleeps three with a twin and a bunk bed set. This room offers built in closet and drawer space. The sitting room offers a sleeper sofa. The kitchen is fully equipped and linens are provided. We offer daily, weekly, and monthly rentals. This cottage is located on a lot with its sister dollhouse, which makes a perfect grandparent or in-law pairing. A discount is offered for those interested in renting both. This area of Portage Lake is the most desirable location for most vacationers, due to its unparalleled access to both lakes. Ideally located on a narrow peninsula between Portage Lake and Lake Michigan, each offering unique beaches. It is across the street from Portage Lake and an easy 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan and the historic Portage Point Inn. Public access to both lakes is close by. Onekama is the gateway to the scenic M22- voted one of the top 10 scenic drives in America by USA Today. There is truly something for everyone. Spend your time strolling both beaches, swimming, boating, fishing, or just relaxing around a beach bonfire while watching the sunset. We are also within a half hour of world class golf at the renown Arcadia Bluffs. Night time fun can be had at the Little River Casino only a few miles away. We are within an hour of the Traverse City wine region, the Platte River, and Crystal Mountain resort. Charter fishing can be easily arranged in Onekama.

Property manager

Fishigan Properties, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 (limit 2 total)
Pet fee will apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Onekama

Located in Onekama, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Manistee County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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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 - ‬9 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

Is Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Knotty Pine Cottage Across From Portage Lake And Steps From Lake Michigan & PPI located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

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

Beautiful View from a comfy cabin

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joellen M. H.

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

Lovely week, restful and restoring.

Great access to lake Michigan (5 minute walk) beautiful beach which was important to me. Good for a family too. Lovely front deck and nearby public access to Portage lake. Near many north country towns and attractions for shopping and restaurants. Cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Great Location and Charming Cottage

Very nice place for our family. Very convenient and close to Portage Point Inn for the wedding we attended . Cottage offers a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana A., Wauconda

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

Cozy Cottage by the water

We had a great time the cottage was perfect it was very clean and cozy it had everything we needed for our stay it was close and walking distance to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edwin T.

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

Wonderful Location!!

Enjoyed our stay in this sweet, quirky little cabin! The check in/out process was super easy. The cabin is simple but well appointed and very clean! The BEST part is its location!! STEPS to Lake Michigan and Portage Lake means lots of walks and fires on the beach and paddle boarding on cooler days! Beautiful views. We loved our special week here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Location, location, location

Great view of Portage Lake. Easy walkable access points to Lake Michigan Beach. Such a great place for families and puppies!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

S T.

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

Great experience

The cottage was great, as well as the location. Communication was easy and the owner was very accomodating. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Last taste of summer getaway

Our family enjoyed a relaxing and wonderful vacation in Onekema. We were minutes from walking to Lake Michigan and spent most of our time on the beach. It was heaven! Our cottage was perfect for our family including three adult children. Jane was very accommodating and quick to accommodate our needs and answer any questions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Animl G.

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

Just what you want

This was our first visit but we were thrilled with the entire experience. The cabin was spacious and clean. The owners were incredibly prompt and attentive when power went out due to a accident effecting a number of homes in the area. In short if you're looking for a great place to enjoy Onekama at a great price this is your place...unless it's the week we want it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K., Petersburg, United States

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

Amazing

As always our stay was amazing and everything we needed was at our fingertips. Jane is so accommodating. Jabe and her husband Steve even greeted us with a bottle of champagne for our wedding that we had while we were there. Can not wait to come back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

The property owner was so kind and the location was perfect - dog friendly, too.

Very clean. The knotty pine was rustic and pretty. The first evening we had not figured out how to use the thermostat or the electric fireplace in the master bedroom so it was a little chilly, but the next morning the owners were there and winterized the cabin and showed us where the thermostat and remote control for the fireplace were, so problem solved! Bring some scented candles since it has that old cabin on the lake smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

A Wonderful Getaway!

The family and I had a wonderful trip at this property in Onekama, MI. This is truly the perfect location and the owners are very responsive to any needs or questions you may have. The property was very clean and plenty spacious for my family of 5 and two dogs. There are two grills (gas/charcoal) at your disposal and a picnic table. We had fun grilling out everyday and going to the beach, which is literally 1 minute away. Super relaxing and a much needed trip. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice up north vacation next to Lake Michigan and beautiful Portage Lake! I would stay here again without any reservations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Monika M.

Great vacation rental for family

Great cottage for a vacation with the family. Clean, spacious with fully equipped kitchen. 5 minutes walk from empty lake Michigan natural beaches, best for walking, bonfires, nice view on lake Portage from the front porch. About 1.5 hour ride can get you to Sleeping Bear Dunes scenic route and dune climb. If looking for a large, kid friendly beach with restrooms/showers etc. Manistee 5th Ave is about 25 min by car. Owners provided a lot of information abut the area. It's a lake house, with a little bit of a musty smell, but it didn't bother any of us, despite our allergies.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Cottonwood Heights, UT

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

Great location, nice view!

Nice open spacious cabin. Good view of the lake. Loved the tall counters! Good water pressure. Musty smell was a downside. All of our clothes needed to be washed a couple times to get the smell out when we returned home. A dehumidifier in the basement might help with the musty dampness. If it were my place I would rip out the stained carpet in the master bedroom and just have area rugs instead of carpet, especially being a dog friendly place. The vertical blinds in the living room had a couple panels broken (one kept falling off). We had a great time despite my complaints. I just wanted to give constructive criticism which is hopefully helpful to the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor V.

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

Dog friendly paradise

Very comfortable 8 night stay with our two pocket beagles in this rustic cabin with many thoughtful touches and amenities. High quality, solid wood furniture and plenty of dishes for cooking, as well as a gas grill out back. A full container of coffee, 4 rolls of toilet paper, and six sets of towels were also provided (the guest info book said there were additional towels stored somewhere, but we didn't need them for just two people). The internet was fast and reliable. Don't forget to bring your own beach towels, chairs, and umbrella, as these are not provided. Yes, there is a musty smell in the cabin -- but all cottages of a certain age that get closed up in the winter have this exact same smell. It didn't bother me a bit, and you only smell it when you first enter the cabin. The hard water may also bother some, but again, all the cabins in this area have hard water. The only negative was that the bathroom felt too cramped and small for me and my husband, but that's par for the course for a summer cabin! A keyless entry door handle would also be a nice improvement. Overall, a fantastic rental -- I grew up on Portage Point, and this is the best location possible and the best value if you are traveling with dogs. I'm so grateful that the owner allows dogs, because there are few places in this area that are reasonably priced AND accept dogs.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jon o.

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

Wedding weekend

Very smooth process. Great weekend wedding location. House was everything as promised. Owner was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Diana L.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Knotty Pine Getaway

View was the best. Location was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Great little place

Great communication. Owner was accommodating. Comfortable and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

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

Stay for nephews wedding

It had a beautiful view and close proximity to the resort ad home where the wedding was. It was a perfect spot for us fo our short trip! We would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Wedding weekend.

Great place shared with another couple. Clean and comfortable. Was not in the cabin much. Great location. Would go back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marci B.

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

This place never disappoints!!!

Heaven on earth. Love Portage Lake along with the entire surrounding areas of Lake Michigan, Onekama, Manistee, etc. Fishing in Manistee on the pier was great! The property itself is perfect. Everything we could ever need. Hope we can come back for years to come. The property owner is like no other. Very accommodating and easily accessible. Just can't say enough good about her and the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Lovely Cottage

Lovely Cottage, lovely View. Loved our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Memorial weekend

Easy check in place was very nice spacious lots of seating. Bedrooms were good the master bedroom has a gas fireplace for extra added touch. We appreciate the place and would stay again. Lake Michigan was a short walk away and Public access to Portage lake was 3 doors down. We had fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Location!

The location was perfect! Walking distance to Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Nice view from living room. Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

William S., Lansing

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

Hidden Gem

I would like to give this property some negative feedback so nobody else would rent it but you know what it is the Greatest VRBO we have had in 6 years. Pictures do not do it justice and a Fantastic location. Great experience!!!!!!

About the host

Hosted by Fishigan Properties, LLC

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Our family has been vacationing in Onekama for four generations. We have never seen a more perfect setting. Both lakes provide such unique offerings and to have them both within minutes is what really makes this area unique. Where else can you watch the sun rise on one lake and set on another within a half mile? What we love the most about the area is the fact that once you have experienced Onekama, you always seem to come back. Year after year and generation after generation, this is the place to make family memories.

What makes this property unique

The knotty pine interior of this cottage, along with its picture windows and large sitting room, make this a cozy family retreat. The master bedroom and bathroom have recently been repainted and all of the dishes are brand new. There is a patio space between this cottage and the dollhouse that is perfect for a small grill. The front porch offers views of Portage Lake and the historic Portage Point Inn.

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