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Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan

Delightful beach cottage with Access to hot tub

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Beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shelby, MI
  • Popular LocationLittle Sable Point Lighthouse12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSilver Lake State Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers Family Fun Center10 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)69 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Secluded cottage nestled in beautiful Lake Michigan dunes with incredible, clean, private beach. Cottage was perfect for...
Steve K.
Sep 5, 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.

Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan

Delightful beach cottage with Access to hot tub
At this cottage, catch some rays on the beach or spend the day at a water park. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a water park and Access to hot tub.

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

Property manager

Laura Mitchell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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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 - 30

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Adult suppervision required on deck and balcony.

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 first aid kit
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan
Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan Shelby
Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan Cottage
Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan Cottage Shelby

About the area

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Gold Rush Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 12 min walk
  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 10 min drive
  • Upper Silver Lake - 13 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stony Lake Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sand Castle Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Waterfront Setting on Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shelby cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. The Fox Barn Winery is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan Beach cottage
Secluded cottage nestled in beautiful Lake Michigan dunes with incredible, clean, private beach. Cottage was perfect for the whole family. We like to cook from scratch and the kitchen was smartly equipped with good quality pans, cutlery, etc. The walk down to the beach is a lovely stroll and the 30 or stairs are well worth it! The beach is huge and the view of the lighthouse can't be best.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C., Westland, Michigan USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lake Michigan gem…
We were a group of four 55+ childhood girlfriends who vacation every August on the shores of Lake Michigan together. Our visit to Laura’s beautiful home was a wonderful experience. The view from the front deck was spectacular, along with the cozy 70’s vibe of the home. The pictures do not do it justice. The trek down to the beach was a little bit of a job for us older gals, but holy cow, once you get there you have the entire beach to yourself. It was AMAZING! We loved how secluded and private the home was. The road up to the house was a little more than we anticipated, but we got used to the drive after a day or two. The newer deck in the front of the home was beautiful, along with a new guard rail on the front deck. We had a wonderful week at The Windy Dune and hope to come back next year! Thank you Laura for sharing your beautiful family home with us. We just adore it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S., Grand Rapids, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Leisure at the Lovely Lake
My husband and I had a wonderful week of long beach walks, leisurely meals, and wonderful afternoons of swimming and reading on the HUGE beach! We have visited before, and we were happy to return again. The kitchen and entranceway deck have been updated, and a raised guard rail around the big deck make for some nice improvements since our last visit 4 years ago. If you are looking for a quiet vacation with privacy and beautiful scenery, this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
When we got here it was great to see some of the deck was replaced. We settled in to what we hoped was a great time. But there was a problem with bugs. First, we just saw a lot of dead bugs, in the window tracks, doorwal track, along the heaters in the bedrooms, and a couple on the kitchen/ living room floor. Then we started seeing more and more bugs! The carpenter ant problem is pretty significant, and we started seeing what we identified as roaches. The bugs became a bigger and bigger problem as the week went on. I did not call the manager because by the time the bug problem was overwhelming, it was time to leave. This place needs a Professional bug program ASAP. We went to the hardware store and bought roach traps and threw out all opened food. We had to take all kinds of measures to make sure we didn't bring them back home. We stayed here last year and it was not like this. Unfortunately, as much as we will miss this place, we will not be staying here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing..
The cottage was on a piece of paradise in Michigan. The beach was perfection! The home was all we needed, nothing we wanted for. We chose to leave a day early because the exterminator was coming out and we have asthma. That was our choice and nothing that had to do with the owner in any way. We felt like all was very well cared for! Enjoyed the time we had! We appreciate you sharing your slice of heaven with us!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walt O.

Liked: Cleanliness
new porch
as expected
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nicole B.

Windy Dune
Overall we had a nice stay. The beach was nice. I loved morning jogs to the lighthouse, playing at the beach during the day, and campfires at night. The house was farther away from the beach than my husband would have liked, but it was only like a 3 minute walk. We stayed at the end of August and I was concerned about the house not having air conditioning, but the temperature inside the house was comfortable with the windows open. One bedroom smelled especially musky, but we got used to it. One night a fire alarm went off in the house. It woke us all up. We had to remove the batteries from the alarm and were disappointed to see the date of the alarm as 2009. As this is a place people rent to stay it is important to maintain safety. The expired fire alarm did not make us feel safe. The entire house, except the kitchen which was recently updated, felt a little outdated, but the beach made up for it. I was concerned about the deck off the house as the railing was very short. I was concerned that my 3 year old child could easy fall off the railing as it was about 1/2 to 2/3rd of her height. Lastly, I think it would be nice to know what is the included beach access of this property. One night we saw a random person camping on the beach. They were close to the walk way access. This property was described as being private, but there was nothing private about a random person camping nearby. We enjoyed our stay, but as mentioned in my review there are things that could have made our stay improved.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

chrissy d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely secluded home
Very secluded home with a fantastic beach. The pictures online are old and outdated, the inside is completely different and very fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous private beach!
We had a relaxing, rejuvenating and peaceful time at this lovely cottage way back in the woods! The pictures don’t quite do it justice. We had a party of 4 for most of the time and it was perfect for that number; it can definitely hold and sleep more. Has a definite ‘up- north/cottage’ feel with a big updated kitchen. The road to get back there was narrow in parts and had gotten a little washed out with some rain, but it’s fine if you take it slow. Would 100% go back and have recommended the place to other family and friends. Very private and just the Lake Michigan trip we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M., Willis, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Windy Dunes for Beautiful Family Sunsets
Wonderful family trip! Host, Laura, was wonderful. Nothing better than a pure Michigan vacation with sunsets over the fresh water ocean, Lake Michigan. Making memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022