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Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Nestled in the woods on Lake Michigan's shore near Oostburg, Wisconsin, this charming 3 bedroom cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind by the wood burning fireplace or soak up sun on the deck overlooking the lake. With wireless internet and an HD flat screen TV for streaming local channels, there's ample space for relaxation and entertainment.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan

This rustic and charming 3 bedroom cottage has been in our family for over 100 years. It can sleep 7 adults plus we have 2 cots that can be pulled out for kids. The cottage is nestled in the woods on the shore of Lake Michigan, 3 miles from Oostburg, Wisconsin. Our wonderful Sweetbriar creek is out our back door with beautiful Lake Michigan out the front door.
This cottage is a joy to be at during the warmer months of spring and summer, But is also a cozy peaceful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of our increasingly hectic modern world in the early and late fall months.

(IMPORTANT information... Please bare with us as the beach is constantly changing in size and in the last 3 years the Lake levels have been relatively high.
Luckily the sand and beach has come back and is filling in.

* Update April 2024 there is beach for walking and swimming, playing. The beach is coming back. Inside our cottage there is ample room for cooking, baking, and dining together. There are games, tables, nooks for reading, a wood burning fireplace in the living room and a sunny sitting room facing the lake. Also we offer wireless internet and an HD flat screen TV. for local channels and for your streaming plus a cottage phone line.
The deck looks out over the lake and In the morning our sunbathed deck provides a wonderful place to sit, read, visit and sip morning coffee. (We provide a table umbrella and sand Beach umbrellas). (also available beach towels and some hats.) This deck becomes shaded in the mid afternoon as the sun drops behind the White Pines providing relief from the late afternoon heat.

As evening comes on, building an outdoor fire, enjoying dinner around the fire ring or on the deck provide a fitting finale to the day.

Particular activities for this natural area include taking a beach walk or a bike ride in the wooded one lane shaded road that parallels the meandering creek. You can admire the natural boreal forest with its Canadian Hemlock, Sugar Maples, Beech trees, and native ferns.

Well behaved dogs are always welcome.

Close by are an abundance of activities including- the Kohler art museum, state parks, bike paths and quaint little towns.

For more places to visit, walk, and swim at a Beach you can take a quick drive north to Kohler Andrea State Park (North)Beach. It is a 5 minute drive ! Approximately 4 miles away. Very fun to walk, collect beach stones and drift wood, picnic and swim, dogs are allowed in certain places on a leash. There is also a visitor center for kids and Adults to enjoy. Entry is 3.00 / day pass. ( It is a State Park so fees apply but if you already have a yearly sticker you are all set. (and if you choose, there is plenty of room at the park to social distance and to enjoy the beach safely.) You might also look into Amsterdam State Park or Sheboygan City Beach for more Lakefront fun.
Sheboygan also has a wonderful Library and Children's museum to visit. )

We hope that you enjoy your time at our cottage as much as we do.

Thank you and We hope that you will stay with us. Thank you for looking.
The Byrns Family

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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 - 28

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $75. Pet Addendum must be signed.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Oostburg, Wi, Front Oostburg
Oostburg, WI, Lake Front Cottage Oostburg
Oostburg, WI, Lake Front Cottage Private vacation home
Oostburg, WI, Lake Front Cottage Private vacation home Oostburg

About the area

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OOSTBURG, WI

What's nearby

  • Oostburg Public Library - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Veteran's Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cedar Grove Hawk Research Station State Natural Area - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Cedar Grove Public Library - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Kohler-Andrae State Park - 10 min drive - 12.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Judi's Place - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan located?

This Oostburg cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Veteran's Park and Oostburg Public Library. Kohler-Andrae State Park and Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Oostburg,WI Beach front cottage on Lake Michigan Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Signe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on a Great Lake. A thoroughly enjoyable time - fun and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Although it was cooler than expected while we were there, the property was clean and inviting with a beautiful beach and lots of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

So relaxing!

Another great visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody M.

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

Quiet and peaceful

The cottage was perfect for much needed solitude and long walks with my dog. Kitchen has everything you’ll need and the sunroom is the best part of the cottage-the beach is great, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamyala G.

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

Great

Very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Family stay with family dog

The location was beautiful! The property was very roomy for the six of us and our dog. It has a large dining area, living room, porch area and deck with a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan. Very well stocked with kitchen items, games, puzzles and beach items.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Yelena K.

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

Good lake house

Nice property. Some minor problems with Internet, but we were able to solve those with help from owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

A Hidden Gem

We had a wonderful time spending the end of summer at this hidden gem. Our boys thoroughly enjoyed the extra toys in the back room and children's books. We loved sleeping to the sounds of the lake waves. Thank you for sharing your family's cottage with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan v.

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

Fantastic getaway

My husband and I, my husband’s mother, our daughter, our son and daughter in law and their dog had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend at your beautiful cottage. We will definitely return. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Can't wait to come back!

Location, location, location! What a wonderful spot right on the lake. Nothing more idyllic than hearing the waves all day, while enjoying a breeze off of Lake MI. The place was darling, had all the amenities you would need. Communication was awesome, as well. The shower is pretty small but definitely doable! We loved our stay and will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family time at this beautiful cottage! So comfy, clean, amazing beach right outside the door. We would come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great place during the heat

Had a lovely time at your beachfront property. Even though it was 90 degrees plus inland, we were enjoying a cool breeze on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right on Lake Michigan! Comfortable cozy clean home and has everything you need for fun family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location - wonderful view and right on the beach. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody M.

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

Relaxing

I didn’t leave for 4 days except to take long walks with my dog. It was very relaxing and so quiet. This is the fourth year that my dog and I have been here and we will be back again next year! So nice to have a lot of beach to walk on.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Fun time

We loved being on Lake Michigan and listening to the waves. The place was wonderful and we hope to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Very cozy, lovely beach, we had a great week!

This cabin is a true gem. It has clearly been loved for generations and it was so nice to spend a week here with my family. The beach is perfection, tons of nice sand and the water is shallow and clear. We heard waves every night throughout the cabin. The kitchen is better stocked than most VRBOs and using the Revere Ware and well-seasoned cast iron pans was a fun cooking treat! The queen bed was comfortable and I usually struggle with rental beds. The twin beds seemed a bit too bouncy for my taste, but I never tried sleeping on them myself. Our 8 and 10 year olds had no complaints. The game room is stocked with so many fun items for young and old and the beachside fire pit is great for the evenings. There were a small amount of beach toys (we brought many of our own to supplement) and during our stay there were 2 umbrellas and 3 or 4 plastic adirondack chairs that are easily carried down to the beach and water. There is a charcoal grill that is on its last legs - might need to be replaced for the 2025 season. We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea J.

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

Best way to end the summer

Coming to the oostburg area on Lake Michigan with my kids has been how we kick off the end of the summer/beginning of school and getting in some grandparent time. This year we stayed at the Byrns‘ Cottage and it did not disappoint. The cottage is full of decades of memories and history that make it feel like home, not a sterile rental property. Plenty of windows for the lake breeze to blow through and keep the house cool. We enjoyed playing games and putting puzzles together. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for you to whip up anything your heart desires. Comfy beds and plenty of space. Giant ferns in the front are absolutely gorgeous. We got to see baby birds fledge from a nest built in one of the white cedar trees. I loved perusing the various vendor tents at the farmer‘s market in nearby Sheboygan as well as hopping over to the children’s museum and exploring Kohler-Andrae state park. Of course a favorite part was playing in the sand and hopping the waves. We spent countless hours on the beach and in the water, and taking walks along the shoreline. We feel so blessed to have been welcomed into the Byrns‘ cottage and are already planning for next year‘s trip. Best two weeks of the year!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cedar M.

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

Relaxing beach house cottage

Welcoming, beautiful, and serene ❤️ We could not have asked for a more lovely beach cottage to enjoy our family relax time. Thank you so much for everything !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

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

Fantastic spot for a relaxing getaway

Can't say enough how relaxing out stay was at the cottage. So easy to get some rest, hearing Lake Michigan just outside your window. Wonderful cottage and great area to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Family getaway

The cabin is great, the location wonderful, quiet, remote, and peaceful. There are a ton of games, books, and even some sand toys to enjoy. We had a great time relaxing on the beach and playing games and reading on the porch. We didn't note the lack of A/C or that it's a charcoal grill but we had a great time and would come back. You can tell the house has been loved by generations and it feels cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

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

Charming old cabin right on the lake

We love the Oostburg-Cedar Grove lakefront area and come here often. Overall, we had a lovely weekend on the lake. The house is right on the water with a nice sandy beach (not rocky), and even when inside the house it feels like the water is right there. There is a room where you can hang out inside and still enjoy the beach because it’s so close to the water. There’s also a great selection of board games and a nice fire pit area where we had lovely lakeside bonfires every night. The house is a charming old cabin with lots of character. However, the character comes with a few things that are less than luxurious. The mattresses are uncomfortable. The shower’s weak water pressure made showers take 2-3x as long as normal. There was a dangerous hole in the deck area that one of us fell into but luckily wasn’t injured. (We then covered the hole with rocks.) Overall, however, we enjoyed our stay and would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

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

Very relaxing!

Cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie Y.

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

Lovely location, charming cottage

We enjoyed are weekend stay at the cottage, especially sitting on the deck watching the waves, boats and sky. We could see the Milky Way one night and we watched a lightning storm cell make it’s way across Lake Michigan another night which was amazing! The beds were very firm which my spouse enjoyed more than I did. The cottage is charming, quiet (except for sound of the waves!) and very close to the water. It feels like you are visiting a place that one family has loved for decades, rather than a cookie cutter VRBO listing. The drive to Sheboygan is quick which was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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Excellent stay

Beautiful beach on Lake Michigan. Spacious cottage with great views. Everything you needed was included. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023