Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat | Cottage in Bitely

9.2 (34 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Bitely Cottage | Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat

2 Bedroom Cottage in Bitely

Your family vacation awaits. The Red Star cottage offers swimmable lakefrontage on Mawby Lake. Everything you would want from a Northern Michigan vacation is right here! Mawby Lake is spring-fed w/a sandy clean beachfront. The updated cottage offers 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Rich w/amenities & centrally located to Michigan's favorite tourist towns. The Bitely area is the gateway to all Northern Michigan has to offer.
Metal row boat, kayaks, & paddleboat. Dog fee $50.
The Space:
The Red Star Cabin on Mowby Lake is the perfect space for you & your loved one(s) to enjoy a weekend away in Northern Michigan or for families to enjoy all the property has to offer.
Outdoors you will find a dock perfect for fishing, a paddle boat, a metal row boat, 3 kayaks, a sandy clean swimmable beachfront, a swimming platform in the middle of the lake w/slide, a deck w/a gas grill & eating area, a fire pit overlooking the lake, & horseshoe pit.
A wooded lot is located to the right of the property, & neighbors to your left. Several walking & ORV trails are nearby in Manistee National Forest & state lands (maps at the property). See below for attractions and things to do.
Please take a minute to read the policies and rules to ensure this is the right place for you and your group. I want to ensure your stay is a carefree one!
The property offers everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Kitchen: Fully stocked with everything you would need to cook a meal: pots/pans, cookware, spices, basic condiments, & water cooler. Coffee & supplies included.
Living space: The property offers internet, a TV in the living room, & both bedrooms w/Roku's, as well as AC window units. The cell phone service is very good at the property.
Bedrooms: The cottage can sleep 8-9 people comfortably: 3 double beds, a twin bunk bed, & a couch that folds into a double bed (Good for kids). Fresh sheets and pillows provided.
Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms. Towels, body wash, shampoo, and hand soap are provided. 1 bath has a stand-up shower. The larger bath offers a full bathtub/shower. The washer/dryer is in the larger bathroom. Laundry soap & bleach provided.
Things To Do:
Swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, off-roading, water parks, skiing, shooting, hunting, sledding, snowmobiling & more.
Hiking:
Loda Lake Wildflower Sanctuary (17 min)
76th St Trailhead (23 min)
Pere Marquette State Trail (25 min)
Marshall Memorial Park-good for winter (32 min)
Hardy Dam Rustic Nature Trail (43 min)
Silver Creek Pathway (50min)
North Country National Scenic Trail (1hr)
Big M Cross Country Ski & Mountain bike trail-good for winter (1hr)
Big Mud Lake Trails (1hr 16min)
Grand Traverse Regional Land conservancy-good for winter (1hr 30min)
Off-Roading Trails:
Little O ORV Trailhead-41 mile trail (20 min)
M-20 Motorsports Trailhead (33 min)
Tin cup springs (39 min)
Silver Lake State Park (50 min)
Twisted Trails ( 1 hr 12min)
Rocks and valleys (1hr 24min)
Beach:
Woodland Park Beach (5 mins)
Ludington State Beach ( 1hr)
Canadian lakes beach (1hr)
Pere Marquette beach (1hr 14 min)
Fifth Avenue Beach (1hr 17min)
Fishing:
Mowby Lake (On property)
Bitely Lake (9min)
Nichols Lake (9min)
Pere Marquette River Lodge (21min)
Summertime/kid-friendly attractions nearby:
Baldwin Canoe - Down the Pur Marquette (20 mins)
Henry’s Landing- Canoe and Kayaking (47min)
Silver Lake sand dunes (51min)
Amber Elk Ranch (55mins)
Michigan Adventures- amusement and water park (1hr drive)
Adventures Island- amusement park w/ go-karts, bumper boats, waterslides, and more (1hr drive)
Crystal Mountain water playground (1-hour drive)
Caberfae Peaks- Golfing and more (1-hour drive)
Craig’s Cruisers-bumper boats, mini-golf, and more. (1hr 11 min)
Wintertime/kid-friendly attractions near:
Newaygo County Sports Park- sledding (27mins)
Crystal Mountain-ski lift and hiking (1-hour drive)
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex (1 hr 11 min)
Missaukee Ski Mountain (1hr 13min)
Caberfae Peaks (1hr 15min)
Guest access
Guests will have full private access to the whole property.
Other Things To Note:
We are looking forward to having you! To ensure your stay is carefree & the integrity of the lake community is upheld please read below before booking!
Pets are an additional one-time fee of $30/each
Exterior cameras are present on the property.
VRBO has a no-parties policy, No parties, please. My neighbors sometimes make me aware of these things as they are occurring. If it occurs you will be asked to leave.
No event-type parties are allowed. Examples: bachelor parties or weddings
A max of 9 guests are allowed at the property at all times. Strictly enforced.
A max of 4 cars are allowed at the property. Strictly enforced.
No outdoor loud noise after dark. My neighbors usually make me aware.
Early or late checkout can be accommodated as long as the cottage is vacant the night before or after your stay. If this is not the case and early check-in is still needed we will try our best to make it work for you!
Pets are an additional one-time fee of $50/Each.
Quiet hours 9pm-8 am.... please be respectful of our neighbors. Neighbors have made me aware of loud groups past quiet hours in the past. You will be asked to leave if any noise complaints occur.
Please do not smoke inside.
Please do not leave the fire pit unattended when in use and always put it out when done.
Like most Northern MI properties the property has well water. Northern MI water has a higher iron content, completely safe and normal to drink. I have a reverse osmosis water purification system at the kitchen sink for great-tasting water if you are not used to well water.
Have fun! We are here to help make your stay the best!

Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat is located in Bitely. Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 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 Bitely has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Bitely, 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
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 929 sq ft (86 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: na
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets note from host: na pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, 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

Rick J.
Aug 2, 2025 03:20:04 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Awesome spot in Bitely if you’re looking for peace and quiet. No neighbors to speak of and a great little beach for the dogs. Very clean and well stocked with all the necessities. We enjoyed our stay and will be back again sometime!
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