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Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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At Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this cottage. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61111 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location

This historic and charming farmhouse is surrounded by nearly an acre of gardens. Located in the picturesque village of Lakeside, Michigan in the heart of Harbor Country. Less than a 90 minute drive from Chicago. A five minute walk to Lake Michigan's beautiful Pier Street Beach and renowned antique stores and markets.

Fully and charmingly furnished. Photographed for Better Homes and Gardens. Three bedrooms, each with ample closets. Large bathroom with view of the gardens. Large eat-in kitchen with dishwasher. Dining Room. Living Room. Delightful Screened-in Front Porch. Central air and heat. Wireless broadband Internet and Cable TV. Wood floors throughout. Full basement with Whirlpool washer and dryer.

Gorgeous separate summerhouse overlooking naturalistic prairie garden. This large screened-in cottage is fantastic for lazy summer days. Perfect for entertaining and serves as a fourth bedroom in the summer.


'We have returned to Lakeside Grove Cottage many times. It is like a homecoming to a more peaceful, charming time. The cottage is one of our favorite retreats.' -- William and Jill Rhodes

'The Cottage is immaculate. The Landscaping is charming. It's a quiet, shady, cool setting. We loved it.' -Carter Eckert

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,111 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 - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lakeside Grove Cottage Perfect Lakeside Village/beach Location

About the area

Map
Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Burnison Galleries - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Chikaming Township Park and Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Flynn Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Robinson Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 10 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Roma Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Lake Michigan. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and Burnison Galleries are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Lakeside Grove Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Village/Beach Location Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Great family vacation!

We had a great trip and the cottage was a wonderful location for our family to rest and eat between adventures. The host, Bill, was very helpful and had great communication. Checking in and out was a breeze and we felt right at home with plenty of sleeping space for our family of 6 (with younger kids ages 3-11.)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A real gem! Spacious inside and out, uniquely landscaped garden/yard including an outdoor screened in building that was huge and a treat to hang out in and take in nature from the indoors. Plenty of restaurants, breweries, nature, lake activities all nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

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

Relaxing in Lakeside

We had a great stay in this wonderful cottage that feels larger than the pictures show. The beds are very comfortable, the decor soothing, incredibly clean and well outfitted with beach chairs and bikes! Bill was great to communicate with and raised the bar compared to the others we have rented from. The back summer cottage reminded us from a scene from Dirty Dancing - it was a great stay and we will return. It was incredibly clean as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

A great summer getaway!

This was the perfect retreat. The cottage itself is in a nice wooded area, yet access to the sunny beach is right down the street. Right when we walked in the door we knew this was going to be a great stay- the decor was inviting, the house was well maintained and the grounds were fun to explore. A great place to relax for a week. I would recommend to anyone looking for a nice retreat. We have two small children, and the house was welcoming for them. They especially loved the summer cottage, which was like their very own secret play room.

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

New favorite in the area!

We were thrilled to find a dog friendly property with close beach access. The house was great-totally as advertised. It was really cute, and nicely appointed. It was very clean. It had a nice homey feel. It had a lot of space-so much so, we could have been a larger group. It was warm enough to enjoy the screened in porch, which an added bonus. We only wish we had more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house! It’s a charming cottage. Everything as described. Spent the week (3 girlfriends) and the house worked perfectly for us. Wonderful screen porch. Beds and linens were very comfortable. We are familiar with the area and the location is convenient to everything in the area. (There is an adjacent train track so you need to be ready for the train noise a couple of times a day). Cooked at home a lot and loved having the eat in Kitchen as well as dining room.
Screen porch
Kitchen table loaded from nearby farmers market
Grilling in the garden
Sunset at Warren Dunes
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten K.

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

Long Weekend Getaway

Really enjoyed the cottage. Very comfortable beds and a wonderful front porch for morning coffee and evening cocktails. The owner has a lot of amenities including bikes in the shed that my daughter and her friend loved being able to use and a fun inter tube we took down to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an unusual property. The kitchen is the first room you enter, followed by the dining room, then the living room. It's all straight back. The three bedrooms are all on one side. The whole house is one floor. The sq. footage would make it seem small, but the house is quite functional. TV works without any trouble, there is plenty of bedding and the garden area is stunning. Lots of tiny villages around for driving, shopping, and dining. Property manager was very easy to work with. It worked out very well for the four of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

tony r.

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

Nice Property, Great Proximity

We stayed four nights with our small dog and used this place as a home base. Everything was as described. This place is rustic, so there are cobwebs, the outside areas are weathered, etc… The house is located near an active train track, which can sometimes be noisy. Neighbors were nice and quiet. The outdoor area was perfect for our dog. The host was very nice and responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Perfect

Annual girls trip to Michigan was made even more special by this adorable property. So cozy and comfortable. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Wonderful weekend

This property is really beautiful! Great location and immaculate. Bill provided everything we needed to make our stay relaxing and uneventful! We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

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

Relaxing and Lovely

My partner and I enjoyed a lovely, restorative stay at the Lakeview cottage! The kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms are well appointed and the porch and garden/yard are perfect for relaxing with a cup of coffee in the morning or s'mores at night by the fire pit. The summer cottage was a great touch and so cozy. Ample books to borrow and read during the stay too! The property is a short walk to Pier Beach through a charming neighborhood and is easy to get to all the shops and restaurants off the main road. We felt fully recharged and at peace during our stay and would absolutely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

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

Relaxing and Quiet

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The screened porch was a great place to relax. The back cottage was nice to spend some quiet time at dusk. We went to the public beach a few times. Some days there was ample room to sit on the sandy beach but other days the waves were too high, however we still enjoyed it there. We love the old charm of the cottage and hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtland B.

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

Fantastic property and location

Pictures don't do this place justice! Tons of space, a lovely three season room, and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GIna C.

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

Awesome!

Property was better than I could have imagined. It was a perfect, cozy little gem in the region!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith M.

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

Spectacular garden. Cute house.

Charming and comfortable home. Beautiful garden. Plenty of space indoors and out. Nice kitchen and dining areas. Love the screen porch. The garden is a horticultural treasure. Love walking the neighborhood and visiting nearby antique stores. All around wonderful visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Great experience in Lakeside!

We had such a great time at the Lakeside Grove Cottage! It was clean, spacious, and close to antiques stores, the beach, breweries and coffee shops! We were able to explore the whole area on our short trip. The host was informative and helpful and it was an easy check-in process. Would recommend this vrbo!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Demerise G.

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

Exactly what we needed

Our family has a home right around the corner and this was a perfect space to have as extra living space. The home is well stocked and clean. We would definitely stay again and maybe in the summer to enjoy the backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Adorable cottage in Lakeside

We loved our stay at this adorable cottage in Lakeside. The cottage and grounds are so charming, the kitchen was well equipped and we made good use of the bikes. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey A.

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

Wonderful week at the Lakeside Cottage

The Lakeside Cottage is cozy, clean and so very comfortable. It was very chilly the week we were here so we weren't able to go to the beach, but there were plenty of activities nearby to keep the whole family engaged and happy. We brought our lab and had a great time taking long walks with her. Bill, the owner, was excellent to communicate with and when the power went out the first night was very responsive and helpful. A great place to stay! Thanks, Bill!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Patty N.

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

Cute cottage

Very cute cottage. Just wish it was 10 minute walk to true beaches. Closest beach was very, very small and we had to pass a home with a high pitched alarm system always going off. Not loud but audible and not very welcoming. Not much owner, Bill, can do about that! Highly recommend Black Currant Bakehouse in Union Pier! Lakeshore drive is a great road for biking and walking. Lots of big trees and beautiful homes too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Great Holiday Weekend at the Dunes

This cottage was so spacious and peaceful. There is only 1 bathroom, but it is very spacious. The grounds and "hangout"bonus cottage in the back was a great plus. We love this area and its super close to the State Park! Beautiful weather!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lindsey d.

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

Lovely cottage near beautiful nature

This was such a perfect place to stay with our extended family. We had five adults staying (two couples plus a parent), plus two dogs. It was such a comfortable home base for exploring all of the beautiful nature nearby. It had everything we needed to cook and stay in, but also nice dining options nearby. We had so much fun getting to spend time as a family over the holidays, and this was a great place to do it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melita H.

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

Great little getaway!

Everything was fantastic! Would absolutely come stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022