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Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Dining
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Mackinaw City, MI
  • Popular LocationHeadlands International Dark Sky Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Dock7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Ferry Terminal9 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)33 min drive

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16/10 Good

Overall well! A bit dirtier and quite a few webs but Ross is awesome and helped us throughout the planning of the trip. ...
Yered M.
Oct 19, 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.

Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
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 DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Mackinaw City cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a water park.

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

Property manager

Ross DeMeritt

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
Note from host: Pet fees are per dog per day.

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
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, a first aid kit 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

Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area Cottage

About the area

Mackinaw City

Located in Mackinaw City, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Spy Quest Laser Maze and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. 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

  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 3 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min drive
  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 7 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Keyhole Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon - 8 min drive
  • Wienerlicious - 7 min drive
  • Darrow's Family Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Historic Cottage on the Best Beach in the Mackinaw Area located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mackinaw City cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan, Headlands International Dark Sky Park and Mackinaw Heritage Village. Lake Huron and McGulpin Point Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 70 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yered M.

Quick trip with friends!
Overall well! A bit dirtier and quite a few webs but Ross is awesome and helped us throughout the planning of the trip. The young lady that showed us around was super friendly as well and came by prettt fast when we arrived to the house
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We enjoyed our stay. Quiet and love the beach right out the back door! Water is clear and shallow. Perfect for our 3 year old. Home is close to Mackinaw City. The home is an older home, which we liked. It had everything we needed for our stay. Ross was very kind and answered any questions we had. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming beach front home
Loved the views of the lake and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

candace C., Shelby township Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
A step back in time
This cottage had everything we needed-a screened in porch with a swing and a great breeeze - its own little dune walk to a private beach (with a nice grill and picnic table in the shade) 4 nice chairs on the beach for sunning, napping and star gazing.!!! We had the feeling of being in our Grandmothers family cottage NO T.V was a plus!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view, beautiful cottage & QUIET 🥰
If you're looking for a place to rest and rejuvenate, this is it. Every inch of this gorgeous cottage has a story to tell. The doors, windows, fireplace, floors, walls, etc. have all seen more than a century of life being lived. Leave all your negative energy behind and come sit on the porch or beach and breath in the positivity and beauty the great lake has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Keep searching
The location of this cottage is worth the trip, but there are nicer homes on the same beach that cost less. Yes, the cottage is old and a bit rustic, but what was so disappointing and insulting was that there was no effort made to make the stay more comfortable. The oven didn’t work, there was no propane tank for the grill, the 1950s fridge froze all of our food, the provided crockpot and the microwave were at least 30 years old and tired and small, there was no plunger for the one toilet, the heater didn’t work, and the shower stall is in the middle of a bedroom. The couches and beds looked like they were bought at garage sale and the beach chairs were torn and cracked. For the money each week’s rental brings in, there’s no excuse to not update the few creature comforts that could make a family’s stay more pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic but quaint
As with the other reviews have said it is rustic but the view from the screened in porch of the bay, the closeness of the beach, how clean the beach is, and how shallow the water is makes up for the rustic nature. The cabin is old. Like older cabins the kitchen and bathroom was small, few things are updated. We dubbed the bedroom with the shower as the "shower bedroom" and there was only two couples so it was not a big deal. It was warm when we stayed but the breeze from the bay made it more than comfortable. We enjoyed being close to Mackinaw City and to ferry that goes to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Daniel G.

View is Spectacular
This is a really old cottage. The furniture is really old, and should have been trashed decades ago. I get the “keeping it authentic” vibe, but their is a line to enjoying the space and having some modern comforts. No air conditioning so you rely on Mother Nature for a breeze off the beach. It was bearable 3 of the 4 nights, but the last night was dead calm and humid. The homes along the shore look all to be updated with modern amenities, and this is an old cottage that has served her purpose. Let her Rest In Peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic and charming
Overall the property was great can't beat being right on the lake. Creature conforts could be updated, could stand a few upgrades but it is explained in the description of the property exactly what you are getting. However I feel the beds could be updated, everything else is perfect for the experience, overall I would recommend this property to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Pauline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful on the Bay
Cottage is in the perfect location for beach walks, swimming, hiking, biking, sunsets & stars! It seems to take you back to the early 1900s with decor and appliances (original?) from that Era. We enjoyed the authentic vibe and you will too if you don't mind the rustic comforts of yesteryear. Only minor toiletry and kitchen utensil inconveniences.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022