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Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting

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A cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and grassy area.
A wooden staircase leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.
A rustic kitchen with wooden floors, a central dining table, and a large window.
A wooden interior with a kitchen area, dining table, chairs, and a refrigerator.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, and various kitchen utensils.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Tunnel of Trees
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Cross Village, MI
  • Place, Tunnel of Trees
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinac Bridge
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting

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Lakefront hand crafted cabin on the shores of Lake Michigan, a peaceful retreat built by artist/teachers in a natural setting, 3/4 mile south of Cross Village, 17 miles north of Harbor Springs on the 'Tunnel of Trees' Lakeshore Drive. Morris Lane is a short winding drive off the main road.
Enjoy a relaxing, carefree, back-to-nature vacation on the big lake, lakeside dining, bright starlit nights. Ideal for naturalists, cyclists, families, couples, or you and a few friends.
Complete kitchen for cooking, or local dine in/carry-out in Cross Village at famous Legs Inn, Cross Village branch of Petoskey Brewing, The Crows Nest, or nearby, Small Town Grill in Pellston, the Tearoom and Crepe Shack in Good Hart, and Moose Jaw Junction in Larks Lake. Cross Village also is home to the Cross Village General Store newly reopened and a friendly little post office, Black Barn Farm fresh produce, Highland Roots Farm tours & wagon rides, Peninsulas Gift Shop, Three Pines Studio art gallery & workshops. Summertime Concerts on the Bluff, Bliss Polo, are some local attractions.

Explore Wilderness State Park, Dark Sky Park, ferry to Mackinac Island or a lighthouse tour by boat. Golf, tennis, performing arts, shopping, dining, in Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Cheboygan, and Mackinaw City. Small boat launch at Port of Cross Village & Sturgeon Bay.























Keywords: Lakefront Cottage, Tunnel of Trees, Lake Michigan, Harbor Springs Area, Pet Friendly, Cross Village,

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
One or two pre-approved pets, pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets and guests pre-approved, even if for one day

Important information

You need to know

Property # 94983vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cabin is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and The Highlands are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Cross Village, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 28 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 32 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 34 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 36 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crow's Nest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Legs Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old World Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pumpkin Barn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Agamiing Minwendam - Lake Michigan Cottage in Natural Setting located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Wilderness State Park is 4.9 mi (7.8 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. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Always perfect!

This was our third time staying at this beautiful property, and it has been great every time! The cottage is very clean, comfortable and homey, and right on the water. Communication with the owner has been great! We love it!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2021
Thanks, Lynn, it is always a pleasure to host you. Come back soon! Diane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gina d.

Fantastic Getaway

This place is just perfect. Its far enough away that you feel remote but close enough to go to town. This would be my perfect place to live. Its a great cozy cabin right on the steps of Lake Michigan. My pups loved it here, they could run the beach and it was remote enough to have them off leash.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you, Gina. Glad you enjoyed our lake house. Come back soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

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

Perfection!!

We absolutely love staying here and have several times! Not only is the clean and charming cottage located right on the shore of Lake Michigan on the gorgeous Tunnel of Trees, but it has such a relaxing and creative ambiance that nourishes the soul. We have enjoyed the many memories we’ve made there and look forward to making many more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2021
Thank you, Judi. We always enjoy hosting you and look forward to your next visit
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Peaceful and Private

This was our second time staying at this wonderful cottage! The home is rustic yet very comfortable with artistic touches that make for a cozy and restorative atmosphere. The view of Lake Michigan was perfect and the beach was clean and inviting. We will return!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you, Lynn. Our focus is on a welcoming atmosphere where guests can unwind and relax and enjoy the lake at their doorstep and each other's company, which is why people return again and again. We are happy that you feel at home and appreciate how well you care for our lake house when you are there. We are glad you agree that this is a special place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nate V.

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

Cozy and quiet

The perfect place to get away from it all. The deck is almost close enough to jump into Lake Michigan with beautiful views in either direction. We made sure we were around for sunsets every night. We loved all the raw wood inside and you could tell there was a lot of history behind the cottage. Exactly what we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2021
We are happy you enjoyed your visit so much, Nate, welcome back any time.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Another wonderful week in CrossVillage

This is our second year in a row at Diane's home. It is a wonderful rustic home in the perfect location. Our kids really enjoyed the beach, and water. We had a few days of storms that made Lake Michigan a huge wave pool. It was a lot of fun. We took trips to Harbor Springs, and Petoskey, and also the near by sand dunes at Wilderness State Park. Overall another great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Sounds like a good time all around. Glad your family enjoyed their time at our lake house
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Location, location, location!

Relatively private beach and crystal clear water steps from the deck made for a wonderfully relaxing getaway. My dog loved splashing through the waves although the water was rather chilly for those of us with only 2 legs. Great little local farm right around the corner. House was very comfortable. Would love to come back later in the summer when we can actually get in the water. Thanks for sharing your charming family lake house!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed our lake house and your visits to Black Barn Farm, Ann
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Welcome Home..

Sitting here at work... missing Agamiing Minwendam ..... I can not begin to describe how relaxing and peaceful this place is. This is not your typical modern rental, with the sterile feel. This is Grandma and Gramdpa's cottage... Cable / internet / cell phone coverage.. you can have them.. Gorgeous sunsets, Frogs, Campfires, Foxes, Snakes, Bats, Deer, wild turkey, Wine on the deck while watching the kids on the beach.... Boss I'm taking another vacation... hope the current renters don't mind a drop in guest....
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
He's only kidding, but such a pleasure to know this family loves it as much as we do! Very kind words from a family that comes every year and takes such great care of the place! It is a pleasure to share it with them.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Cozy cottage on Lake Michigan

This was our 4th trip to the cottage, so visiting has become an end of summer tradition for our family. We hope to return next year as well. The cottage feels more like a home than a rental, and is full of the family's art and collectibles. We appreciate the well stocked kitchen since we tend to eat most of our meals there. There are also tons of DVDs with movies our kids haven't seen for cloudy days. The cottage is close to the water so it is easy to keep an eye on the kids and the dog playing on the beach. The cottage is close to Cross Village and the landmark restaurant Leggs Inn. Mackinaw City or the ferry to Mackinac Island are an easy drive (about 30 min). This year we sometimes had cell service (with Verizon) but the wifi was a great addition! We had a great time and highly recommend Agamiing Minwendam.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed your lake house vacation again, Karen. We'd love to have you back
Verified review

8/10 Good

jan t.

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

Location, location, location

We have rented here a few times and the location keeps us coming back. The cottage is getting a bit run down & definitely needs some updates. If rustic beauty is your thing than this is for you. When we had issues, Diane was right on it which is a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

We had a great time!

The property is right on the beach and very private. The cabin is very comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great beach

Outstanding north Michigan beach property
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

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

Family Summer Vacation 2022

Lovely property with gorgeous, private, sandy beach. Our family of five had the best time and loved the beautiful views, cool breezes and calming Lake Michigan waves. This was our first vacation bringing our golden retriever and she loved being with us, playing and relaxing on the beach. This was our second trip to Cross Village and we love it. Thanks for a memorable week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike w.

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

A wonderful getaway

Enjoyed the sunrise and sunsets, nice beach-walks, sounds of waves at night. So happy the store in town is open now. Looking forward to see how the Petosky Brewery works out! Thanks Diane for letting us stay here. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great Location!

Beautiful spot on the lake, super easy access to water. Thanks for sharing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kella M.

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

Lovely cottage on a lovely section of beach!

My husband & I, along with our 18 year old daughter, had a wonderful weeklong visit to this lovely beachfront cottage! The lake views are incredible & the cottage has many special touches! Our week was relaxing from start to finish! Diane checked in via text with some little details at the very start of our trip & we always felt we could reach out to her at any time. We are planning a return visit next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2021
Thank you, Kella. Happy to have you back again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Great Cabin on Lake Michigan

We had a great stay, ideal location for quiet get away and easy access to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Visit

Enjoyed a relaxing week in this comfortable cabin on Lake Michigan. I loved hearing the waves all night long.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2020
It was a pleasure hosting you, Linda. Loved the little shoreline video you sent. Looking forward to your return. Have a great winter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SK H.

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

Beautiful Lake Michigan Views

The cottage is located in a prime location with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. My family and I made lasting memories and my dog was in heaven. Despite the rainy week and brisk temps we experienced, we enjoyed the fireplace, hikes at Wilderness State Park, and cooking meals. It was difficult to leave. Thank you Diane for your excellent communication, prompt action and for sharing your special gem with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

2020 Escape from Reality

We spent a week at this adorable cottage late Summer of 2020. Everything was as expected. The space was clean, welcoming, fuss free and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious. We spent the week reading, playing games and swimming. The lake levels rose in the week that we were three, so lake access was a bit tricky. We would definitely recommend this property and would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Our Happy Place

Loved this peaceful cottage. We look forward to coming back ever year. Thank you for keeping it so amazing Diane.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

Heaven on Earth

We had six women for our 27th annual getaway. We cooked, ate, laughed, crafted, beached, swam, and slept in comfort listening to the waves. So many wonderful little things about Agamiing Minwendam made this our new favorite place, and we hope to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

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

Just what we were looking for!

Great, well-cared-for cottage right on the Lake Michigan shore. Character & charm and fully equipped. What more could we ask for? Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J.

Position A on the beach...could see four lighthouses night and day

This is obviously a cottage with a lot of family history. We really enjoyed the peace and quiet once we got used to being cut off from the internet for extended periods. Cross Village is a real jewel.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2020
Glad you enjoyed your time at the lake. Fall is a great time to be there. Thanks for leaving the place in great shape upon departure. We arrived later and appreciated both you and the housekeeper
Verified review

8/10 Good

SKYE R.

Couldn’t be a better location. Very private and beautiful.

Great living space with everything you need. Don’t count on having internet. For us it was okay to go without.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Glad another guest enjoyed the pristine beauty of our spot down on the shore. We have many returning guests and delight in hosting new guests as well. The greatest attractions are the gorgeous sunsets and proximity to the lake where you are kept company by the sound of waves lapping on the shore. And on cool autumn evenings, the crackle of a fire in the fireplace. This is our second season of WIFI and we find with privacy and beauty comes the drawback of intermittent reception, because it is airborne and bounces from five miles down the shore. Looking forward to the new fiber optic cable being strung throughout the county and quickly approaching our corner of the county. It promises to be much more reliable and inviting for longer stays.

About the host

Hosted by D R McPharlin

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We are "the kids". We summered here all our growing years. We get here as often as we can, taking turns loving, caring for, and enjoying our special place. We have played on the beach and in the woods for decades. Family gatherings here are a treasured tradition. Welcome to your own gatherings and memories, we hope they are as treasured as our own.

Why they chose this property

This beautiful, private land has been in our family for multiple generations. The lake house is built on a corner of the original family land. Thirty acres above the waterfront property were donated to the Little Traverse Conservancy. Over three acres are retained as part of the waterfront home. The cabin is open for paid guests, during weeks when the family is not using it. We are pleased to be able to share our piece of heaven with others. In the "off" season, we lower the rental fee, which makes it possible to host couples and artists for a lower cost getaway.

What makes this property unique

Just being down here on the big lake is a peaceful and refreshing experience. After a few days, you can feel yourself unwind and feel at home. Being close to the lake, the weather and wildlife is good for the soul. The sun doesn't always shine. Sometimes there are storms. They are wild and beautiful. Being close to the variety of weather is all part of the experience.
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