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The Pentwater House

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Property grounds
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Pentwater, MI
  • Place, Pentwater Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown Pentwater
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Mears State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Pentwater House

Barbecue charcoal grill, outdoor picnic area w/table and 6 chairs, fire pit w/ 6 chairs, and split wood privided. Free self parking at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features central air/heat, washer/dryer, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, smart TV with streaming platforms and premium channels, assorted board games, all linens, dishes and cookware, drip coffee maker along w/Coffee and filters provided. Indoor dining area accomodates 6 guests.
Two bedrooms each have a queen size bed and the living room couch has a queen size pull out bed.

Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Split wood provided

Internet
Free WiFi
Smart TV - streaming platforms and Premium channels
Free self parking
Central Air / Heat
Washer/Dryer, detergent provided
Two Bedrooms
Linens provided
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Coffee/filters provided
Paper products provided
Cleaning supplies available
Plus much more..

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Pentwater

Pentwater is home to this holiday home. Charlie's Marine and Snug Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Amber Elk Ranch.
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Pentwater, MI

What's nearby

  • Pentwater Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Snug Harbor Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Downtown Pentwater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lemon Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Charles Mears State Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hart pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Hart Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pentwater House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Pentwater House ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pentwater House ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pentwater House ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pentwater House located?

Situated in Pentwater, this holiday home is steps from Pentwater Lake and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Charlie's Marine and Pentwater Harbor Greenway are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the fire pit and it was close to town, nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent area, clean cabin and excellent host. Always answers his phone when called/needed. Look forward to staying here every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaite W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay in Pentwater as usual
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Great Location

Perfect spot to be close to everything in Pentwater! Really quaint decor making everything fun and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaite W.

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

Great place

It’s a perfect place for a family vacation that feels just like home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we first arrived, the cleaning company had forgotten to clean between the last stay and ours. We reached out to Rick and he immediately got them there to clean and bought us dinner that night! The house was wonderful, the firepit was lovely, and the location was perfect to travel to multiple parks and beaches! I cannot recommend this property enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Wonderful stay

Communication with Rick was great! We forgot a few items at the end of our stay, Rick reached out and made sure we got our items back. The house was very clean. We had everything we needed during our stay. Beds were comfortabe. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay for our beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rick provides everything you need for a perfect vacation at the beach….. the place is well supplied with paper products, cleaning products, even coffee.The Pentwater House is perfect for my small family…We enjoy ourselves so much every year… the back patio is perfect for dining out side and there is a huge fire pit with lots of chairs for that evening fire…
Hanging around the firepit
Pentwater sunset
Pentwater sunset
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charlie B.

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

Great visit!

Rick is a very good host and the home was well stocked with everything for cooking, and for entertaining guests. The A/C was nice to have because of the weather. The location was quiet as well! Definitely recommend staying in the Pentwater home. Rick is the best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, our stay at the Pentwater House was wonderful! An issue did arise that needed the homeowners attention and he was quick to respond, get the issue handled and communicated with me through all of it. This was our third stay at the Pentwater House and I’m sure we’ll be back again someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaite W.

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

Yearly family trip

We stayed for a week for our yearly trip and it was the perfect location for us! Felt just like home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annastacia M.

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

Cute Cabin

Cute cabin in a quiet neighborhood. Perfect for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

N C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only able to stay one night due to death of a family member. Ended up being an expensive one night stay since planned 3 nights :( Very Cute house but need air out repaint inside cupboards strong odor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Great Location

This was perfect for our annual run of the Pentwater Tacos for Trek!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

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

Pentwater House

We had a great time! Great little house! Great location! We love Pentwater!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Never disappoints

Perfect little place and not far from everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Excellent Stay

My mother and I came to her hometown for a short visit. We both loved the house and the location! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

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

Perfect property

Clean, well kept, fully stocked…. I appreciate the owners of Pentwater House, they keep everything so welcoming and and I always feel at home every visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence D.

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

Pentwater Visit

We have stayed here three times and found the house located close to the beach, marina, and downtown. The owner contacted me to make sure that we had all of the information that we needed to enjoy our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary A.

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

Our Second Stay at Pentwater House

This was our second time staying at Pentwater House and it was perfect for our needs…close to Pentwater Center and the beach, all the amenities that we needed for our week of vacation and a cute cottage feel to the house. The owners are great, communicate well and were very accommodating when a change came up in our schedule. I can see us staying at the Pentwater House again sometime! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine T., Michigan

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

I love the Pentwater House

This was my second year staying at the Pentwater House and I booked for next year before leaving…. So much is provided, linens, towels, cleaning supplies, paper products, etc…… The place is clean and comfortable, although the mattresses could be a little firmer….. We love the fire pit area and back deck….. Close enough to the beach and shopping, yet it’s quiet when you need to unwind…
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timm A., Ohio

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

Stress free

Myself and 3 other friends wanted to stay somewhere between Silver Lake and Ludington. This location was amazing. So easy to get to both locations. The owner was awesome. He was able to text any info I needed and supplied discount codes for rentals on Pentwater lake. The house was fully supplied with all you can need. The price was the best out of any location in the area. The back patio/deck was great and the fire pit was perfect. Overall I would highly recommend if you want a stress free stay in an affordable vrbo!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K., Las Vegas, NV

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

Quaint Cozy beach home

Perfect place and location for family vacation near a pristine beach and cute town. Plenty of shopping and a few good restaurants and plenty of ice cream. House had lots of amenities to make your stay enjoyable. Fire pit , grill, air conditioning, traditional coffee maker, toaster, hair dryer and plenty of dishes. Paper towel and toilet paper to last your entire stay. Not having to run to the store multiple times gave us more time to vacation. Thanks for providing such a welcoming environment. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larissa L.

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

Corner cottage

The property had everything we needed to make our stay in Pentwater pleasant. Kitchen had all necessities for dining in. Bathroom is small but sufficient. Bedrooms had plenty of pillows and closet space. We stayed for a week and the owner was quite responsive to our needs. It was strange to find no screen on the bedroom window so we couldn't leave it open to fresh air, which I enjoy so much about this town. The AC worked well. The lighting in the bath is limited so in the shower was dark in the night. We found one of the beds to be a bit soft for two grown adults. Also the house is on the main road into town so on busy days traffic noise elevates. VERY close to water views and the marina.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable little cottage in Pentwater. Close to Marina, Downtown, and Beach. Lovely bonfire area and back deck. We had everything we needed! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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