Lake Michigan Beachfront and Spectacular Sunset Views! | Cottage in Manistee

9.6 (20 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Manistee Cottage | Lake Michigan Beachfront and Spectacular Sunset Views!

2 Bedroom Cottage in Manistee

This rustic cottage is two miles North of Manistee, Michigan on a low bluff overlooking the beautiful Lake Michigan. Sit on the lakeside deck and watch the spectacular sunsets or build a campfire in the pit as you watch the spectacular display of the stars overhead. Grill your favorite meals and eat outside on the spacious side deck at the picnic table, or use the fully equipped kitchen and eat inside with a great view of Lake Michigan. The cottage has TV/VCR/DVD, two bedrooms, one full bath, and sleeps six to eight.
Enjoy Manistee, the Victorian Port City 2 miles away, with historical buildings (some with tours) and Victorian homes, Little River Casino, Lighthouse and pier, SS Milwaukee historical steamship, two city beaches, marinas, Charter fishing or fishing off the pier, public boat launches, even airplane rides. Walk the 1.75 mile Riverwalk along the Manistee River, and view a 700 foot freighter carefully navigating the Manistee River channel.
There are restaurants, shopping, numerous concerts, movies at the newly renovated Vogue Theater, and live theater at the historic Ramsdell Theater. Many fine golf courses including the renowned Manistee National, Arcadia Bluffs, and Manistee Country Club. Canoe and kayak the Manistee River. Swimming, boating and fishing on Lake Michigan. Hike the Manistee National Forest, Orchard Beach State Park, Lake Bluff Audubon Society, and the dunes at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Bike on picturesque country roads. Visit the world renowned Interlochen Arts Academy and National Music Camp as well as the Leelenau Peninsula Wineries.
Try your luck at the Little River Casino nearby or enjoy a great show there. Close to great shopping, antique shops, fine restaurants, many area festivals including the National Forest Festival July 4th week, the Port City Festival in early September. Visit the Hitching Post, the best year-round Christmas Store in Western Michigan. Take a sightseeing airplane ride at Manistee Blacker Airport nearby. Catch the world-famous Scottville Clown Band or a free jazz or music concert. About 45 minutes to the renowned Interlochen Arts Academy and National Music Camp, with performances daily (many are free).
Visit the fascinating Manistee County Historical Museum on River Street, and the Water Works Building museum on First Street. See an 1880's dentist's office and drug store. Find out what a logging wheel is. (It was invented in Manistee). There are free Jazz Concerts at the Rotary Gazebo on First Street beach each week, and free concerts Wednesday nights at the Victorian Gazebo on the riverfront. The Little River Casino has concerts from famous groups and artists (previous schedules included Chubby Checker, Wynonna Judd, Eddie Money and others), and it has a variety of restaurants. The Ramsdell Theater has excellent live plays and concerts, and the adjoining Manistee Art Institute has excellent exhibitions. Most Manistee restaurants have an all-you-can-eat fish fry dinner on Fridays.
Cottage has a spacious large bedroom which has both a double bed and bunk beds, as well as a game table area with a large selection of adult and family board games, a CD/tape/radio player, and a Casio piano keyboard. Great room living area has a double bed sleeper sofa. Private smaller bedroom has a queen-size bed.
In the bathroom behind wooden folding doors on the left are a full-size washer and dryer, as well as linen and towel cabinets. With the doors closed, you do not see them. Fiberglass tub/shower on the right, hidden in photo.
New seawall has been installed. Beach frontage varies depending on the water level of Lake Michigan.

Lake Michigan Beachfront and Spectacular Sunset Views! is located in Manistee. Lake Michigan Beachfront and Spectacular Sunset Views! provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lake Michigan Beachfront and Spectacular Sunset Views! has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Manistee has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Manistee, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Todd B.
Aug 11, 2025 05:49:54 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Perfect getaway in beautiful Manistee. The beach was superb and just a somewhat steep stairway down from the house. It was a much needed vacation before everyone goes back to school.
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