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Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Relax by the serene lake with Adirondack chairs and a picnic table amidst lush trees.
Cozy bedroom with a large window, wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.
Escape to a serene lakeside haven with a tranquil view of the water, surrounded by lush trees and a grassy area perfect for relaxation.
Cozy seating area with a sofa, couch, dining table, and fireplace.
Relax on the porch amidst a serene wooded setting, surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
Guests at this beach cottage will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Hillary Ebbesen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 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

About the area

Map
Rapid River, MI

What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nahma Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 23 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 45 min drive - 58.6 km
  • Fayette Historic State Park - 48 min drive - 60.6 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mac's Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rapid River cottage is just steps away from Hiawatha National Forest and Lake Michigan. Big Bay De Noc and Nahma Township Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Quaint Cottage on the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y.

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

rapid river

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda K.

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

Bullwinkle Beach

Quaint, cozy older cabin---well equipped and pleasant. There are some minor improvements/repairs that could be addressed. Host was very responsive to texts. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie c.

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

Nice rustic cabin

This was a nice rustic cabin with the basics. It was not as secluded or private as I like, but it was quiet and a nice area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Peaceful

It was great and peaceful, love the place and fire pit, nice large yard leading up to lake Michigan, I will definitely stay again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we are fishermen. and this cabin worked out great. thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Missy L.

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

It was ok.

This was
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian C.

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

Cozy

Nice place to stay. I like the short walk down to the beach. The mosquitoes were really bad but made the most of it. The outdoor furniture could of been cleaned off better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah S.

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

Great communication

We had a lovely time with some small technical errors. The property manager was great with communication and accommodating. Overall a great place to get away.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

The beach and Nahma, has it all!

Hillary was fantastic to work with. Cabin was as advertised. Walked down to the beach (which was under snow) and stood by the water drinking coffee. Ran into Nahma for dinner at The Nahma Inn - great food and people. Great people to work with, great location and the lake too. Doesn't get much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Katie E.

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

Needs Some Serious TLC

The beach is nice and perfect for small children or dogs, but not for swimming, as it stays shallow about a mile out. The house was clean inside, but the general neglect of upkeep made for an uncomfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

John R.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Property lines very narrow, the beach was poor, home too close to the raod
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beauty on the bay

Lovely spot on the bay. Saw many eagles! Small cozy home to stay in the UP if you are looking for a pet friendly place. I will say pretty much plan on zero service - internet 1 bar when you were lucky (my son trying to complete online homework!) But if you have nothing urgent, unplug and enjoy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Angela N.

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

Sisters Weekend

Overall it was a great stay. We thought the inside of the cabin was actually cuter in person. It was a little disappointing how close the neighbors were considering the remoteness of the property but it was fine. Our 2 dogs LOVED playing in the shallow bay. There were some broken items (outdoor chair, shower door, missing towel bar, etc.) but nothing we couldn't maneuver around. Sent a list of these items to the property manager so they could be repaired for the next guests. Beds were very comfortable. Smart TV was a plus! Very quiet setting, beautiful tall oak trees, tons of deer tracks down by the water, great hiking nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon C.

Liked: Check-in, location

Could be better

Cute little house with a nice layout. Unfortunately there are problems, most of them easily fixed. There is clearly a water leak in the kitchen ceiling, with mold. My allergies were bad the entire stay. The “doors” to the bedrooms were flimsy accordions that don’t close all the way. Without proper barriers between rooms, it’s hard to be on different sleep cycles. No darts for the dart board. The wood burner in the living room has a plastic log in it and doesn’t appear to be functional. The fire pit out back is great and there is firewood readily available nearby. The views of the bay are beautiful, great sunsets! There are nice hiking trails and cute towns in the area. Smart TV came in handy for a rainy evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean. Relaxing and awesome location for a family gateway. I would stay there again. Thank you to the owner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

brittney s.

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

Weekend getaway

Stayed for 3 nights. Cute, quiet cabin in the woods. Super comfy beds, nice place to stay, sunsets at the beach were beautiful. I highly recommended bring lots of bug spray but you are in the woods so its not suprising. Definitely had the cute cabin upnorth feel. Cabin was everything we needed and wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merribeth C.

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

Had a good time

Other reviews have mentioned mosquitos, bring bug spray and they are not an issue! We only needed it when we were at the beach for sunset. The walk to the beach was comfortable (no long steep stairs). Beach was quiet and private, our kids/grandchild loved it! Kitchen-iti-Kipi and Pictured rock was gorgeous and we enjoyed walking Manistique. We found people in the area to be friendly and nice. Cabin was clean and the beds were comfortable, had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kellie S., Ladysmith

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

Beautiful area and cute cottage!

We had a great stay! With the fires in Canada and there being a red flag fire ban (we found that out after the fact, thanks to the neighbor who came by and kindly let us know) we couldn't spend much time outside around the fire pit or at the lake. The mosquitos were very bad during our stay and the outside furniture and grill were covered in dead mosquitos and spider webs. We utilized the kitchen instead. Which had everything we could need. We spent most of our time inside the cottage and in Rapid River at the farmers market and shopping around. This property is pet friendly and we were able to bring our two kitties along with us! Our teen is becoming a senior this year and this was a nice place to spend together as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carla P., Stevens Point wi

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

Clean and cozy

The cabin was very cozy. We did have one mouse sighting inside but the owner quickly got us traps to set. A few lights burned out but enough lights to function at night no outside light to come back to. Is pretty dark at night. Left light on so we could see walking up porch. For what we needed it for, it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Up fall getaway

We had a nice weekend in the UP. We loved being on the beach and all the trees were so beautiful in October. It was a quiet and cozy getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Pet friendly home base for day excursions

We stayed in mid-September and used the cottage as a home base while we made day excursions to surrounding sights. The cottage was comfortable, cozy and cutely decorated. We especially liked the fire pit and access to the lakeshore and beach. We’d consider staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022