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Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets.

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Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. provides laundry facilities and more. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets.

  • Welcome to our family cottage, Sunset Retreat! Updated! Beautiful master bath, new quartz worktops, new appliances, flooring interior and exterior paint, and more! Cottage is seasonally decorated! Bring your snow skis, snowboard, boat, snowmobiles, ORVS, and fishing poles! Or, visit the many wineries, golf courses, and ski resorts that surround the area. Turtle Creek Casino just a short drive away! This private, all season 2 bedroom w/loft (master on main floor and guest room and loft on 2nd floor) and 2 full bath cottage is ready to entertain. 100’ of frontage with sunset views of Manistee Lake. Pontoon rentals available on the lake and ORV rentals nearby as well. Just added this year, pontoon hoist. Excellent swimming, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, ORV riding and more. Surrounded by state land and 100’s of miles of trails that seem to head everywhere! Short drives to Grayling, Traverse City, Torch Lake and more. Wineries all around! A little over an hour to Mackinaw! Centrally located, Sunset Retreat is the perfect cottage for your holiday. 2 bedrooms and a loft. King beds in the bedrooms and a Queen and 2 single beds in the loft. All new beds, mattresses, reclining couches, dining table, washing machine and dryer, linens, flooring, and paint. 100’ dock will be in Memorial Day through Labour Day. 2 Kayaks, water floats, and life jackets will be available during the same time. No smoking, No parties, No Pets, Max 8 guests, and No fireworks on the property or dock. Photos may not always be exact as we continue to make improvements to the cottage. Message us with any questions or message us if you don't see your date available. Book today!

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About the area

Located in Kalkaska, this cottage is on the waterfront. Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grandview Golf Club and Hanson Hills Recreation Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Kalkaska travel guide
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Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    31 min drive - 45.8 km
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    42 min drive - 59.7 km
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    45 min drive - 68.0 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    47 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Manistee Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dingman's
    19 min drive
  • The Hideaway Bar
    27 min drive
  • Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery
    16 min walk
  • Farmer's Kitchen
    15 min drive
  • lost forest lodge
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Starvation Lake. Au Sable River and Smith Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Private Cottage on Manistee Lake with beautiful lake views and sunsets. Reviews

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10

Cleanliness

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just what we were looking for, beautiful lake views, next to orv trails and kayaking. John was an excellent host and the house was very clean and well stocked! It had everything we needed and then some. Would love to stay here again in the future! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house and sunsets

House seemed like it was brand new. Very spacious and comfortable. Greatly enjoyed our week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect stay

This cottage was a perfect fit for our family of 6. It has all the at home touches and is in a prime location. The kitchen has everything you need for a home cooked meal. The back yard is stunning and we enjoyed many meals on the gazebo. The kayaks were a big hit too! Don't miss out! Thank you John & Kris!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay on Manistee Lake

We had an amazing time on Manistee Lake. The house was the perfect set up for my wife and I, and our twin twelve year old girls. The girls had the loft area to themselves and my wife and I enjoyed the quiet time downstairs or on the patio looking out at the serene lake. The house had all of the amenities to make it a great vacation home and Manistee Lake is the perfect size to explore by kayak, or pull the kids behind a boat. The homeowners were extremely communicative and checked in on us by text throughout our stay to ensure everything was going great. I highly recommend this property for an outstanding lake getaway in Northern Michigan!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right on the lake. Good clean house with every amenity like air conditioning, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Great hosts and very easy check in/check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this property! The house was exactly as described, clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed. The welcome snacks were a thoughtful touch and a great way to start our trip. We brought our boat, and having access to John's dock was a huge bonus and made our time on the water so convenient. John was an excellent host who was responsive, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. Also the sunsets were beautiful to watch! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived to find everything as pictured in the VRBO article. Cabin was extremely clean and well maintained and organized. Kitchen was clean and well stocked with everything that we needed for our six night stay. Beds and bathrooms were clean bright and comfortable. You are steps from the water’s edge with kayaks and fishing to enjoy. We would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property Great home best equipped VRBO ever
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake House!

We had a great stay! The house is lovely and the hosts are very responsive to any questions that we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunset Lodge is all that and more!!!

We had a great stay at this property and I would recommend it to any and everyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calm and relaxinf

This was easily one of the best places I’ve stayed at. Highly recommend picking this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

The kids had an absolute blast at the cabin! We honestly wouldn't have changed a thing! It was beyond all expectations and we hope to visit again very soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cottage with gorgeous views

The cottage and property were set up nicely. It was super clean. Everything was simple and easy to access. We had a great experience. The owners were very friendly and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage on a quiet lake

Our family of six, including four teenagers, was looking for a lake cottage for a quick four day getaway, and we are so glad we picked this one! Everything was thoughtfully planned out by the owners for our stay, including generous supplies, great beach towels, and the best cookware we have ever had at a rental. The kitchen was extremely organized and easy to find anything you need. Additionally, the hosts left a little welcome basket of snacks for the kids, which were quickly devoured. Our hosts were responsive and messaged to see if we had any questions. The bedding and mattresses were perfect and everyone slept well. As for the lake, it is a beautiful and quite lake. The kids were out on the kayaks every day, and the sunsets were stunning. In addition to a fire pit lakeside, there is also a fire pit in the front yard, in case there is too much of a breeze. We enjoyed using both and also the ample space in the front yard for cornhole and throwing a football around. While we didn’t use it much, there were plenty of charging stations and the WiFi was strong. Don’t let the lack of reviews stop you from booking this cottage. With it being a new rental, I’m sure it will be getting five star reviews and be difficult to get a reservation here in the future. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was above and beyond our expectations. The communication with the owners was quick and helpful. The home was fully equipped with everything you need and then some. They thought of everything you would need for a night or a week. The kayaks and outside environment was an extra touch to give us the vacation feel. BTW… we rented a pontoon and the company the owners recommended was perfect for what we needed. Definitely would recommend to all our friends and family.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025