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Escape to Montague/Whitehall Cottage, nestled within the serene 34-acre Big Flower Creek Association wildlife sanctuary. Unwind on the private sandy beach or expansive deck and porch spaces with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Explore nearby canoeing, fishing, kayaking opportunities in Big Flower Creek or discover miles of snowmobile trails just a short distance away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

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About this property

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES

  • MONTAGUE/WHITEHALL COTTAGE, BEAUTIFUL VIEW AVAILABLE ON SCENIC LAKE MICHIGAN

    CAREFREE RENTAL GUARANTEE INSURANCE THROUGH VRBO

    Vacation in Montague - Whitehall, MI overlooking scenic Lake Michigan! This cottage is furnished and has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. It is located within Big Flower Creek Association (34 acre wildlife sanctuary) on 76' of private sandy beach. It has lots of deck and porch space to sit out and enjoy the sun and view. Available weekly or longer year-round. It also has access to Big Flower Creek for canoeing, fishing kayaking, trout fishing, and/or hunting. Miles away from West Shore Snowmobile trail. For more information, specific directions, pictures, or a video of the entire property setting, please send an inquiry.

    *Guests provides their own sheets, pillow cases, towels and toiletries. Full kitchen equipment is provide but you will need to bring bathroom and kitchen sundries. (example additional trash bags, bath tissue, paper towel, or dish soap ETC. ETC.)
    NO BEACH OR BONFIRES WITHOUT OWNERS PERMISSION AND DIRECTION AND APPROVAL AT THIS PROPERTY!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL WHEEL OR 4 WHEEL DRIVE FOR WINTER MONTHS ALONG THE LAKE MICHIGAN SHORELINE! IT IS GOOD ALSO FOR THE SUMMER MONTHS FOR SILVER LAKE SAND DUNES.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed inside. Outside Only.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Always adult supervision

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed inside. Outside Only.

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

About the area

Located in Montague, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Montague Museum and The Playhouse at White Lake are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thoroughbred Golf Club and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Gold Rush Water Park and Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Montague travel guide
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Map
Montague, MI

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Artists Lounge
    19 min drive
  • Rothbury Tavern
    20 min drive
  • Shooters @ Back Forty Ranch (Double JJ Resort)
    18 min drive
  • Rico's Tamales
    17 min drive
  • Behind The Barn Concessions
    20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES located?

This Montague cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Stony Lake. Thoroughbred Golf Club and Gold Rush Water Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

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

Lake Cottage

The beach was beautiful as always. Easy check in and out process. Quiet and serene
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Relaxing week away

The cabin is clean, warm, and pleasant, and the views of Lake Michigan out of just about every window are medicine for the spirit. My trip was in the winter and it offered just the solitude and quiet I was needing. I will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Great Cottage Getaway

This cottage was great for our mid-winter weekend getaway. It is remotely located on Lake Michigan. We were glad it was not snowy as the road would have been a challenge, but we loved the location. The cottage was clean and cozy and Mike was great with communication. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Big Lake Stay

Cool but comfortable, water was chilly because of two days of rain but enough sunshine for beach activities. We also rented ski boat on Silver Lake and canoed on white River. Gorgeous beach and view despite cramped quarters. We all had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nanette c.

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

Pure Michigan

A wonderful, beautiful spot on Lake Michigan. The cottage is clean , and Mike makes check in very easy . The beds are comfortable, and there are plenty of pots and pans . Lots of fresh produce to be found in the area. Lake Michigan never disappoints and the sunsets were beautiful ! We were the only people on the beach . A perfect getaway, and a perfect place to stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Peaceful & Beautiful

If one seeks physical beauty, sweeping views, and a very friendly, cooperative host, it will be difficult not to really enjoy this spot. Now, are there more upscale properties? Of course. But this has all one actually needs for essential comfort: decks, endless beach, small but fully functional kitchen, cable/sat. tv, tons of greenery. And then there’s the expansive view of what for all intents and purposes is an inland ocean. This isn’t luxurious. But it does boast ample qualities that add up to wonderful, satisfying vacations. Ours was precisely that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva M.

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

Slice of Paradise

Sitting in the cabin or on the deck you experience the stunning view of Lake Michigan with all of it's continually changing glory! Peaceful, serene, quiet, and remote on this lovely association property with lots and lots of nature surrounding you - yet you are 15-20 minutes from the store. And oh my, the sunsets... If you like to cook, it's all here. If you like walking the beach, it's lovely! If you like to relax, you've come to the right place! If you like solitude (my trip was on the shoulder season) this cabin won't dissapoint! If you are looking for fancy and brand new, you won't find it. This is a lovely comfy place. If stairs are an issue, there are stairs to get to the cabin and to the beach. If dirt roads are an issue, you are going to drive on one. Like a previous review, wise to arrive before sundown as a first timer! The owner, Mike is responsive, communicative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina B.

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

Amazing view! Beware lots of stairs though

We had an amazing time at this property! The view is breathtaking & there was LOTS of beach this year.  Kids loved swimming & the sunsets.  The house has new siding & a new deck on the other side w/ new stairs, which was not shown in the pictures. The new deck is fantastic! Just be aware that there are about 48 steps from the deck to the beach. It was tiring to carry our infant child, but the kids managed just fine. There are also about 20 steps leading from the car to the house, which, to be honest, was tough while carrying all our things, especially all that small children require. It might be difficult for those with young families that pack more or for people with physical limitations. The listing mentioned A/C, but there wasn't anything upon arrival. We did find a portable A/C in the closet, & when I asked the owner about it, he said it worked and we could install it. The install was easy, but it would have been nice if it was already taken care of. We were mostly concerned for our infant daughter not to overheat while sleeping. There was an ant problem in the kitchen.  There were ant traps, but they didn't do anything.  We cleaned up everything immediately & kept our food in an airtight container that we brought.  It was a little hard with little kids, but we will definitely return in a couple years! 
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is as described and the views are amazing!! Loved watching the sunset from the deck every night. You can be in Montague for lunch or dinner in 10 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was exactly as stated. Great vacation spot to get away for a weekend. It is secluded and very peaceful. The house was clean. The host was great and communication was great. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and peaceful.Witnessed several deer and baby deer. Mike gave very clear instructions to get into cabin. Enjoyed the stay very much!
Deer playing in water on beach down from cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tia H.

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

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe N.

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

Serenity and Relaxation

Another summer, another relaxing stay on the best lake in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

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

Amazing property and property manager, beds not great

Amazing stay overall. Mike was a great host and helped us with sheets and towels since we came from out of state. The deck was amazingly close to the water.The cabin was charmingly rustic, as were the mattresses :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Perfect!

Absolutely gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. The house was warm and welcoming as we watched the huge waves and recovered from a walk on the icy beach. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2016
Verified

8/10 Good

James K.

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

Incredible View

The view from the patio and the sunsets were spectacular. The stairs ( 30 )to enjoy the view were not for the "faint of heart", especially for people in their seventies or anyone with handicaps.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

smoky lake michigan

Best beach and view, challenging inconvenient location and access. Average accommodations. Weather conditions the last week of June less than favorable and quite a bit of smoke in the air from forest fires in Canada. Despite the environmental conditions we had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

nanette c.

Fantastic

Perfect getaway ! Everything was great . We were able to have our family come up and visit - perfect for our grandson . If you do not like stairs , or can't be without a cell phone then this is not for you . But if you want to get away from it all and hear the waves , see the sunset and enjoy the beauty then this is the place. Mike was there to greet us and answer any questions .
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Views as Advertised!

My wife and I visited this site in March and although the weather was as you would expect in Michigan in March (cold), the views were still great! We spent a lot of the time in the front room of the cottage just relaxing and enjoying the view from the couch. Everything inside was just as advertised and we had a great stay. I can only imagine what this place would be like in the summer. Mike was also very good to work with and was prompt with communication. We will try to make it back sometime when the weather warms up, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Arif K.

Great place with beautiful views

I had a very positive experience during my stay here. Starting with Mike's pleasant attitude and warm hospitality from the moment we booked. He always stayed in contact with us and helped us with any concerns. The location is beautiful. The views of Lake Michigan from the cottage are spectacular. The cottage is well kept and has cable TV and board games as well when you feel like staying in. It has the feeling of being on a private beach. Even though we ended up with cloudy days during our recent stay, we managed to get out and walk on the beach very often. I would love to rent this place again over the summer as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view though not kid friendly for the outdoors

This place is beautiful very well kept And very cozy the beds were amazing the only thing I would say is the owner should update the pots and pans 😊The tephlon was peeling off into our eggs 🥺. I feel the description should say that there’s not a beachfront to the water but other than that Mike was very accommodating through text I was very happy they’re just concerned for the kids which we just shortened our stay and left early Saturday morning😦
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jim J.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
There were mice and flies in the cottage. The bathroom and toilet smelled of urine even after a deep clean by the tenant. The toilet obviously has a leak that needs to be repaired.The cottage was listed as having central air conditioning. It does not. I does have a mobile AC unit that is unvented and pours the hot air right back in to room.The shower is the smallest shower I have ever seen. For every shower you will hit the three walls. Coffinesque would describe it best.I will never stay here again---luxury prices, ghetto accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Perched on top of a sand cliff, with great view of Lake M.

This is a truly outstanding location, with 180 degree view on the lake, its waves and its sunsets. Cozy for 3-4 people, but sleeps more. Mike was highly accommodating and responsive. For instance, there was a fence blocking the view, put to prevent erosion. I asked if it was ok to remove it (a 10 min job) and he said yes right away. I was just disappointed that the deck was blocked off, as it has partially collapsed, turning a gorgeous view point into a partial block of the view from the house. I hope Mike can remove it, or fix it, asap, as it is rather unsightly in its current half collapsed state, marring the view. And maybe post pictures of it, so it does not come as a disappointment on arrival ? Overall, a great place, I hope to come back (after deck is taken care of!) and I recommend it fully.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Cozy home with beautiful view

My family and I were driving up the Wednesday before Thanksgiving from 6 hours south. Mike was very patient and accommodating, waiting for us even when we were about 2 hours behind schedule. We followed his car back to the property, which was very helpful because it was a bit hidden among twisty roads and beautiful trees. Mike showed us around and explained everything that we would need to know. About 30 minutes after Mike left, we discovered we didn't have any water. I called him and he immediately turned around to come back, and it was a very easy fix as they had shut the water off earlier to do something and just forgot to turn it back on. I was grateful he came back so quickly. The view from the cottage is beautiful - we enjoyed seeing the bright full moon every morning above the lake. We also had a really nice walk on the beach on Black Friday. The beds were very comfortable, we were really warm and cozy every night with the electric heaters (along the walls close to the floors). One thing to note if you are staying here with crawling infants in the winter, you may want to leave the heaters off in the main living area so they cannot hurt themselves. We didn't have any problems because our 6 month old isn't mobile yet and our 2.5 year old understood not to touch. Overall, this was a great place to stay for the long holiday weekend. We loved waking up to the beautiful view of Lake Michigan every morning. We were very comfortable and cozy and grateful to Mike for sharing his home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2015
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea & Mike W.

Isolation at its Best

Coming here in the winter was the best last-minute decision we made. The Anderson cottage fit the bill for us and our two dogs. The views onto Lake Michigan were incredible, and walking along the beach, not a soul to be seen. I always wish VRBO would allow photo attachments. One of the sunsets was just phenomenal, and the frozen shore of Lake Michigan was a sight to be seen. The main town of Whitehall/Montague is a bit far so having your own meals to eat in is definitely recommended. This cottage technically sleeps eight, but in our opinion, it'd be a tight fit for that many people as it is 900 sq.feet. Although in spring/summer there'd be lots of outdoor space to utilize! As mentioned in another review, the shower is tiny. If you're of any size, forget it. My husband is 6'5 and it was OK for him but still tight. The pictures are quite accurate. The place was very clean. Even though you need to bring your own linens, the comforter and pillows seemed very fresh. I can be rather OCD about some things, and didn't notice dust or other often overlooked cleaning. It appears the place has been updated as far as windows/doorwall. Not even a breath of the strong Lake winds passed through. And the internal blinds (not that we needed them!) are super. The Wi-Fi worked fine. Not sure about the TV as we were uninterested in that. Bring a book, kick back and relax!! I would highly recommend coming here in the winter. Most all of the other homes in this little stretch were boarded up for the season, and the solitude was truly welcome. Mike did advise to have an SUV and you'd certainly need one to traverse any snow covered roads out here and into the community where the home is located. The OCD in me would probably rearrange all the kitchen gear, which seemed unorganized to me, but that's just me. The coffee pot was on its last legs, but after talking to Mike, I'm sure that'll be taken care of. If you want an out of the way place to put up your feet and relax, this is it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018