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Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake.

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Manitou Beach-Devils Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationRound Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationDevils Lake14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMichigan International Speedway18 min drive
  • AirportJackson, MI (JXN-Reynolds Field)40 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

My stay was absolutely perfect!!! Kimmy and Joe, property caretakers, were incredible and made me feel perfectly at home...
Andres O.
Dec 31, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake.

Direct lakefront 2 bedroom cottage located just feet from the beautiful 550 acre all sports Round Lake. Perfect for a single family or one couple for family vacation at the lake. Great place to make lifelong memories. Cottage is fully equipped. Cottage is set up for family fun, inside of cottage is fairly basic, yet has everything you need. 2nd bedroom is not 100% private, so cottage is not great for two couples. The 2nd bedroom is separate and remote from the commons area. It sits off the hallway between the kitchen and bathroom, however no door between hall and bedroom, bedroom is also small, yet has 2 twin beds and is great for kids.

Living room has an IKEA futon for additional sleeping. Cottage easily accommodates 4 people, and is fine for 5 people with one person using the futon.

Cottage has a shaded lakeside patio exclusively for the guests that stay here.

This cottage is the downstairs portion of a 2 story duplex. Cottage is 100% private, with private entrances. The lakefront, dock, firepit, and raised paver brick patio are shared by the upstairs of the duplex as well as another 3rd cottage on the same property.

Property has just gone through a major landscaping upgrade, plenty of space to spread out.

Assigned parking for 3 cars plus additional space for guests.

Pontoon boat available for rental. $700/week or $150/day.

Please note that guest needs to supply own bedding (sheets) and towels. The beds do have pillows.

Cottage is down about 15 steps from the parking area. NOT SUITABLE for anyone that has trouble navigating stairs!

Need more space? Check out my 3 bedroom/2 bath ranch. Search for property #2447472. Want more space, but want each party to have their "own place"? check out the upstairs unit, property # 2448224

Property manager

Michael McGuire

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 50 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 50 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
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

Property is also known as

Cottage

About the neighborhood

Manitou Beach

Located in Manitou Beach-Devils Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Hudson State Recreation Area and Cambridge Junction Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hidden Lake Garden and Slayton Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Michigan International Speedway. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Round Lake - 1 min walk
  • Devils Lake - 14 min walk
  • Michigan International Speedway - 18 min drive
  • Wamplers Lake - 27 min drive
  • Hidden Lake Garden - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boot Jack Tavern - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Onsted Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Highland Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Club 223 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waters Edge! Value priced Lakefront 2 bedroom cottage just 6 ft from the lake. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Round Lake and Devils Lake. Michigan International Speedway and Lake Hudson State Recreation Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake location!!
We were fortunate that Michigan weather blessed us! Great location but the stairs to lower level are a challenge for elderly (we are 70 and 74). Next time we would go for upper level! Even so, they are pet friendly and we had a small dog so the space was great and gave her freedom contained by steps!! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing lakeside getaway
My stay was absolutely perfect!!! Kimmy and Joe, property caretakers, were incredible and made me feel perfectly at home. The view of the lake was phenomenal and the property had all the amenities you could possibly ask for, 10 out of 10 would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet getaway
Stayed here a couple times now and it’s just as peaceful as it looks. Great weather and all.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice for relaxing week!
We wanted a relaxing week away, and we achieved that goal. It was nice to have the mat out in the lake, kayaks, and the pontoon boat to anchor at the sandbar and swim. The owner was very responsive to any questions or anything that we needed. The only thing I will say and this is no fault of anyone’s but we are all over 6‘,2“ tall and the height of ceilings in few spots was low. Nothing impossible to work around but item to consider.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We liked that our cottage was close to the water. We had a relaxing time swimming, using the kayaks, fishing and going out on the pontoon boat. The host (Mike) was very nice and helpful. We knew someone would be available if we needed them. We hope to visit this cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette S., Willis

Liked: Cleanliness
Best kept Secret in Michigan
Beautiful location, nicely furnished, excellent communication between owner and renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Amazing Experience
The property is clean and beautiful - very private. But as great as the place is - Mike (the property owner) is the best vrbo landlord/vrbo property renter I personally have ever dealt with. He is flexible & great at communicating. If anything is missing - he finds a way to address the request. Mike seems to rent his places as a service to people who want a great experience or to people transitioning for a move (perfect for this VRBO). It’s been a treat working with him when compared to my other rental experiences. The lakefront place is also beautiful. This place is right on the lake - kayaks and water utilities available. It is quiet, spacious, perfect for a single person, small family, a small group of friends or occasional visitors. Short or long term work & I feel lucky that this place was available - posted on VRBO I have booked a lot through other people in the past - I don’t imagine you’ll have a better experience than you would here. The property is as explained if not better. Thanks Mike if you’re seeing this! I give my highest recommendation given the experience I’ve had
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S., Copperopolis CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Good time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Krystal R., Hamilton

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was dirty with a sewage smell
Mike answered all of our questions quickly, and we were feet from a lake. Those were the only 2 positive things about it. I'm not sure why it says Manitou beach because it's technically Round Lake. There was a horrible sewage smell coming from the bathroom, there was tons of hair in the shower drain, there was also soap scum all over the shower, what look like to be spots of blood on theon the bottom of the bathroom cabinet, and spider webs with dead flies caught in it in the window seals of the living room. The picture of the boat shown in the description must have been when he first bought it because there is massive tears and holes all throughout the boat, and there is a huge blood stain on the corner of the boat. It stopped working on us a few times out in the water. We slept in the living room because there wasn't a TV in the bedroom, and when we lifted up the futon there was a dead frog very dried up to where it has been there for a while with a bunch of plastic knives by it. With all of that being said it makes me think that they are not following covid-19 standards, or it would be a little bit cleaner. One other thing that does bother me is on the paperwork on the refrigerator it says September through May you get discounted prices, and I paid full price for it. On our way home I just so happened to look at the rental again for the month of September and it went down $57. It would have really been nice for him to been a honest man and let me know that I would get a discount since it was September. Lesson learned though! I have pictures of everything that I am talking about from the dead frog, to the blood on the walls, to the hair in the drain! Thank God I brought flip flops with me because that is what I wore inside the shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Great time. Cottage was exactly as listed. Mike is a wonderful host, quick to answer any questions we had. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dilyara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Great location! Perfect for a family with kids or a friend get together. Mike, the host, is wonderful. Will definitely come back here next summer ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible lake view!
The cottage fit the three of us perfectly. We enjoyed the lake with boating, jet skiing, fishing and kayaking. The families in the other units were friendly and we gathered at the camp site nightly. The surrounding restaurants were also all very good. It was a great end to our summer before school starts. Thanks for a fun vacation in your cottage. Cathy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
The property was exactly as described and the owner commented very well with us throughout the weekend. It was a very peaceful and nice get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

veronica K.

Was everything and more than what I was expecting.
I just wanted to get away from the daily stress of life and let loose a little with a few friends and this place was absolutely amazing. I enjoyed my stay very much. Thanks again Michael.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
best vacation in 30 years. peaceful relaxing awesome .thanks
clean, owner was great handled any problem that came up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Great property, close to the water. It cannot get more relaxing than this! Already planning our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely a very relaxing place! , all around FUN!!!
Very easy to get the information about renting, The exact time we needed was not a problem. We sure would recommend this place to our friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
We highly recommend this rental! The house was as described and felt very comfortable and welcoming. We also enjoyed the area a lot between the lake and local restaurants. The property owner was very polite and helpful and answered quickly when we ran into a minor issue at check-in. We really enjoyed our stay and plan on going back next year :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an awesome location. Right on the water and beautifully landscaped property.
I stayed in the lower level of this 2-story, 2-unit home. It is perfect for a couple. The kitchen is small, yet very functional. A very comfortable queen size bed. The view and access to the water can’t be beat. As this is a first floor unit, the ceilings are low. The owner Mike is awesome and responds in a matter of minutes. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We had a wonderful time renting from this location. The view and neighbourhood can't be beat! We had great communication with the owner and would recommend this rental to anyone looking for a relaxing stay with a gorgeous view
Stayed 59 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S., Kansas city Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
Let me start off by saying you can't get closer to the water than this 2 bedroom apartment! The view of Round lake was beautiful and tranquil especially for my husband, and I visiting Michigan our home state. Our first night we had problems with the mattress caving in the center and the next day I sent a message to Mike the owner, and he had his caretakers come over and replace it immediately and Mike offered to let us use the pontoon boat to make up for our first night and that was greatly appreciated, but not necessary. We also meant the caretakers and they were both very nice and asked us if we needed anything, and that made it even more special! Mike has put a lot of money in his beautiful steps and sitting areas which was gorgeous! My only negative would be if your older you might want to stay in the ranch or the upstairs apartment, because carrying suitcases up and down was definitely a hike, but we loved it and we look forward to staying again next year! Thank you all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
If your looking for a vacation of outdoor relaxation. This place has all the entertainment you need. Kids enjoyed kayaking, fishing for Meno's in the knee high waters and bigger fish fishing in the deeper water. The fire pit was easy to roast marshmallows. Kids occupied themselves while we just sat back and enjoyed the view. There is 3 places to rent and we are thinking about booking them all with our family and friends. Great place to congratulate. Mike was very pleasant and informative as what to expect. Sterling Market has great pizza and convenient store with decent prices. There was a Mexican restaurant Luceros grill about 20 minutes away that has great food and service. The lake is clean. There was buckets and net there which was great ( I never thought of that) but I would suggest bring some for the kiddo just in case those are gone. They were a big hit. Sometimes you need a vacation after a vacation but not after staying here. We all feel refreshed and ready to get back to the daily grind. Thanks Mike!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake and super nice owners.
Right on the lake. Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place!
This was a great place for a group of guys on a fishing trip. The dock was just a few feet from the back door. The inside is nothing fancy but very functional. Really nice outdoor area. The steps down would be a little challenging for elders or young children. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021