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“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace - “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach (Manistee)
You can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 132094 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach

Fantastic cottage on Lake Michigan. The high bluff allows for a priceless view of Lake Michigan through an unforgettable picture window. Our cottage has 150 feet of frontage along Lake Michigan, and NEW stairs down to Lake Michigan. A new 4 person HOT TUB sitting on the back patio to soak in the views

Sun-room offers great views and has comfy seating

Main floor also offers living room with commanding Lake Michigan view. Big screen TV in cozy living room along with gas fireplace. Large, well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space.. Full bath on main floor. Main floor master bedroom with king bed. Upper level with two additional bedrooms and full bath. One upper bedroom has a king bed and the other upper bedroom has a queen bed. Basement level has fourth bedroom with full size bed and additional 1/2 bath in the basement. Basement also has a bunk room with two twin beds.

Cottage sleeps up to 13 in 4 separate bedrooms and the additional basement bunk room. Township limit is 10 guests. Cottage with is laid out as follows:
Main floor king
Upper queen
Upper king
Basement queen size bed
Basement bunk room: two twin bunk beds w a trundle.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 2,094 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Magoon Creek Nature Area - 10 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Manistee National Golf Course - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Little River Casino - 23 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bungalow - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Heifer - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach located?

This family-friendly Manistee vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Michigan. Magoon Creek Nature Area is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Reviews

“Red Cottage” Manistee Lake Michigan Beach house w/new stairs to private beach Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay enjoying the beautiful view at the red cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

greg i.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront Manistee house

Our family made some amazing memories and couldn't get enough of the Lake Michigan view!!! Great layout, deck, sun room, and fire pit that we used. Location to downtown and several different beautiful sandy beaches was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great lab retreat!

We had a great two-day retreat here with my research lab. The views of Lake Michigan were stunning, the beach was fun, and we were able to put the kitchen to good use. We had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

steve s.

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

Little red house

This was an older property but the view was great..we had some mold in the upstairs bath and was taken of same day…need air conditioning in the basement. Manistee was close so this was a convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

roxanne k.

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

golfing geezers

We rented this property for two nights as a base for golfing at Manistee and Arcadia and it was wonderful The view was awesome and the house was great ! The house is clean and everything worked great! Thank you so much for being a part of making our annual northern golf trek fun and non-stressful Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

weekend with friends

Beautiful property and home! Our only issue was green water in the hot tub. The owner was quick to respond, and suggested available chemicals, but nothing worked. I felt that when a cleaning fee of 200 is being charged, the tub should have been maintained. That was a major selling point when seeking a rental for this weekend with our friends. This was the ONLY issue we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

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

Loved the Red Cottage

This is a lovely location. The cottage was spotless, well-appointed and vacationer friendly. Plenty of hooks, plugs and towels. Yes, the climb down to the beach is a challenge, but we all managed. There are also beautiful public beaches nearby. Sitting on the patio, in the sunroom or the living room, the views are spectacular. The fire pit area is a bonus, with wood and kindling ready to go. My whole family (ages 9 through 77) had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie t.

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

Book Nerds Girls Weekend!

This place was fabulous for our group of 6! The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The hot tub was a hit with several of us. We did have a snafu with the dishwasher, it decided to not want to be unlocked. I messaged Tammy , she and Mike happened to be down the street checking on another rental. This was Friday night at 9:30, mind you & they came right away! They were so kind and helpful! The dishwasher ended up needing to be replaced, but it was no big deal for us. Thank you again Tammy & Mike for being there & being so kind & helpful. We recommend this place for groups & families! Hope we can return! place for
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark P.

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

Great views

Property was amazing. Great views. Very relaxing. We did ask if a grill was available. It was, but the tank was empty. We had to go into town to exchange it and pay for it ourselves when dinner was ready to go Friday night, not the start we wanted but no other issues. Some screen/slider doors were not easy to open. Small inconveniences though but wouldn't hesitate to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert F.

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

Extremely responsive

The views were gorgeous and the hosts were super responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous location. The home had some amazing views and the sunsets are remarkable. We enjoyed the comfort of the home and it had everything we needed. We did experience some issues but the owners had been very responsive and communicated with us about all their efforts to fix the situation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

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

Beautiful stay in Manistee

Had a great stay here, the house was comfortable and the views were amazing! Super comfortable for a short getaway for my whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at the "Red Cottage". We thought the property was even better in person then the photos listed. My husband and I spent time with our daughter and two of her adult children and her teenager. There was plenty of room for us. The beds were very comfortable and the linens and towels were nice quality. We enjoyed playing games at the large dining table. We also used the hot tub to relax. The lake view from the house is beautiful and the sunsets each evening were spectacular. It was extra nice having the steps to the beach. The kitchen seemed to be well stocked for cooking meals. We however skipped cooking and enjoyed eating at many of the local restaurants. There are many outdoor activities, hiking, beaches, nature abounds all close to the cottage. We defiantly recommend this property and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Great spot!

We enjoyed our time here. We stayed for a golf trip for three nights. Plenty of beds to spread out and a nice living area. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie A.

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

Great stay!

Stayed for a Wedding!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Serene Getaway

Gorgeous location with the kindest hosts. Property is close to town but feels private and was equipped with everything you might need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadya W.

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

Ladies’ Spring Trip!

We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Weekend Getaway!

This was the perfect spot for a lowkey weekend. Located on a quiet road, but not too far from town. The house is spacious and comfortable and the views from the hot tub were breathtaking. The hosts were wonderful and great communicators. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Louise J.

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

Beautiful views for cozy company

I do a yearly girl's trip and this location was perfect. It kept us warm and comfortable. The kitchen has most things you could need, pots, pans, spices, utensils, which is always a plus. The beds were all comfortable enough and have a good amount of privacy. The hot tub was perfect and the views were great. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emily F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

So Disappointing!!!

Have been interested in staying here for over a year due to the location and hot tub!! Told the host this upon booking, specifically mentioning the hot tub. Get there, take cover off hot tub, and it's half full! Door from sunroom to hot tub frozen shut. We tried it, water was hot but water level too low to stay in it comfortably in such cold weather. Called the host, then texted two hours later. Host finally texted back but did not receive it until the next morning. Host said to fill it with the hose (it was frozen) and asked for pictures and for me to treat the hot tub. Ok...but please fix it before we get back from skiing this afternoon. Host advised he would reach out to his "guy" and it "should be ready by this evening." I asked for updates, none were provided. Texted on our way home and asked if all was well. No response. Got back, nobody had been on site and situation was the same. Called host, no answer. Texted host, no response for over an hour. Finally got a response saying he couldn't get ahold of anyone to come out. This is when you're telling me? I shared my disappointment (pleasantly, can prove this). He offered a late check out and to get the bill for our meal on the way out of town. We did neither. Realized later we left our suits and towel in the dryer. I reached out to him to have him ship them to us. He said he would. Followed up several times...no tracking, no follow up, no suits two weeks later. So frustrating!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi R.

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

Red House Manistee

We enjoyed our stay. We had a nice weekend with all our kids and grandkids together under one roof. Making food, playing games, sitting in the hot tub and staying warm by the fire. Making memories.We would love to comeback. a again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

redwngz02

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful vacation. Great location and view. Would book again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Beautiful place overlooking Lake Michigan

The property was exactly as described and the view was breathtaking. It was a great weekend with friends. Plenty of space in the house for everyone and a beautiful place to watch the sunset and enjoy a fire. Would love to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

So beautiful

It was an amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamara T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful Bluff View

The view of Lake Michigan from the property was absolutely beautiful. It does sit high on a bluff with many steps down to the beach but well worth the trek down. Beautiful stones and driftwood. Not much of a swimming beach. The firepit area was a fantastic place to watch the sunsets and we had the opportunity to watch the Northern Lights overMiMichigan.MichiganMichigan. .tand ha
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024