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Lake Michigan Retreat

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TV
Beach nearby
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Michigan Retreat

Open air freedom right on the shores of Lake Michigan. This beautiful property is in Cedar River, MI. The interior is all exposed wood beams with sliding glass doors along the whole lake side of the house. Mid century charm with classic beauty. Great fishing boating and swimming. Perfect for the whole family.

Property manager

Meghan Schultz

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Menominee, MI

What's nearby

  • J.W. Wells State Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 28 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Island Resort & Casino - 44 min drive - 54.8 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirsch's Cedar River Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Pub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from J.W. Wells State Park. DeYoung Family Zoo and Menominee County Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Lake Michigan Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
This rental.has sprawling windows with oanaromic views of Lake Michigan, and an expansive patio to enjoy it outdoors. Inside is charming an intimate, evwything you need for a cozy quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jessi D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Pretty views
The place over all was pretty decent. Very very pretty, quiet/relaxing and great views. The outside area is amazing, and the large windows were beautiful to watch the sunrise. Both bathrooms are carpeted, and the main bathroom doesn’t have blinds or a curtain to block the massive window so we mostly used the smaller bathroom. We had an instance where a glue trap that the host placed was stuck to our clothes, and then also found out there was a live mouse stuck on it. We then found a second glue trap with a dead mouse and a 2nd live mouse stuck to it in the kitchen. We understand that being in the country there isn’t much you can do about it, but it was still disturbing to find. Informed the host about it with no response or acknowledgement. Pictured rocks shoreline wasn’t too far away, we were able to make a day trip out there, which was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow, what a view!
This property has an absolutely beautiful view from the house. The windows are amazing! Enjoy the sunrise from your bed. Could use some updated bakeware and the stovetop was uneven which made cooking interesting. Some mice made the stay less than wonderful. Country living does have its downfalls sometimes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay! Can't wait to come back.
We loved our stay at this property. Loved that it was right on the water and you could walk on the beach. The view from every room in the house was amazing. It was clear that the owner puts effort into making this a comfortable experience for those who are staying. The beds were comfortable, plenty of towels and it was well stocked with everything we needed. We had 5 adults staying and it was super comfortable and such a peaceful and quiet area. I hope to come and stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice lakeshore property
This is a very nice lakeshore property. The house has floor-to-ceiling glass windows facing the lake, making a great view in the morning as the sun is rising. The house is well separated from neighboring houses so there is excellent privacy. We enjoyed watching the many birds on the lake in the morning and late afternoon. The kitchen is somewhat dated but adequate for a vacation. The owner was responsive when we had problems with the air conditioning. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie F., Rochelle, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
This location was just what we needed. The layout was ideal inside and outside the home. Rooms are on opposite ends of the home. The water was not far. Though the beach was largely covered by shells of what I think were zebra mussels, we had appropriate footwear to accommodate walking the beach and in the water. We loved that this space was away from hustle and bustle and among the wild! Golf courses were not terribly far. Hope to stay again for our annual trip to Christmas in July.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another enjoyable stay
We most certainly enjoyed coming back to celebrate another anniversary at the property and it was just as fantastic as the first time! Next time maybe we won't wait for a special occasion!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
The views from the windows of the lake are amazing and make this house a great place to stay. The appliances are older but we were able to cook each night with no problems. Sitting on the back patio watching the waves on the lake and listening to the quiet peace were fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME PLACE!
We loved everything about this location and our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
We loved our stay and enjoyed our view! Interior house was wonderful with picturesque views from all main rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
If you like starring out at large bodies of water, this is for you. Beautiful view from the house and both bedrooms. Great time with my adult kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
The Lake Michigan view is even better than it appears in the listing photos. We would definitely stay again. We brought along lawn chairs and spent a lot of time outside at the lakeside. Nice firepit to roast hot dogs and make s'mores. Bring along water shoes to really enjoy the shallow lake entry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

A remote gem by the Lake
We were looking for a place to power down and go off the grid and this place was perfect! Next time we'll bring more yard games, the lawn space is vast, so is the Lake and the shoreline, just amazing to watch the sky and lake change over a few late summer days there. Fire next to the water nightly, with the meditative constant sound of the waves lapping the shore were real highlights.. some fun forest area for kids to explore too! For a nature-loving, somewhat rustic up north experience with amazing views, this is the place .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real getaway!
We enjoyed a beautiful view of the bay from all rooms in the house! Our kids enjoyed playing in the large yard and spent most of their time swimming while the adults enjoyed “adulting” on the nice, large walk round patio. Very quiet with no neighbors in sight. Internet connection was solid. The only drawback was the zebra muscles on the majority of the beach. That being said it don’t slow the kids down at all. We had a really good time in the cottage and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T., Belvidere, Illinois, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Beautiful, private and both the house and yard are set up for entertaining. Needs some updates, but stocked with all the necessities and some beach extras that I'm relieved were on hand. I would definitely come back! We very much enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil getaway
Soo quiet. Soo lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hayward Bay, Menominee, MI
Beautiful property along Green Bay, spectacular views of Door County in the distance. Walk along the beach in the entire Bay. Great for family fun! Thanks Meagan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kenneth a.

Liked: Cleanliness
A House on the Bay
It is a very comfortable and relaxing place. We loved the fact that there was usable cookware. The temps in the evening were cooler, so we turned the A/C off and opened the sliders. The absolute best part of this house is that it is on the Lake (technically the Bay) Sitting near the water was absolutely mesmerizing. A very good place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Stephanie L., Chicago area

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed. Returned home. Received refund.
Our family was very disappointed by the condition of the cottage on arrival, and decided to return home. The owner graciously provided a refund. The lakefront setting holds a lot of promise for nature lovers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watch wildlife while sitting on the couch
We are familiar with the area because we frequently tent camp at Wells state park nearby. That may be a thing of the past, as this location is a spoiler. All of the joys of nature with none of the unexpected surprises of a tent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Cozy place on a beautiful, quiet spot. Lovely sunrises, short walks to the water, great rooms for three kids/two adults. Clean with nice amenities throughout the house. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View
Great place at the end of a private road right on Lake Michigan. The house is all windows looking the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
super
very good,owner super to deal with was exactly what we wanted plan on going back in the fall,bring something to do not much there but piece and quiet that is what we wanted view is super houe is very nice and privet over all great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022