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One Cozy Cottage- Blooming Beauty & Lakeside Bliss – Spring Getaway Special!
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m
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Explore the area
Onekama, MI
- Portage Lake2 min walk
- Little River Casino10 min drive
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course11 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)12 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
One Cozy Cottage- Blooming Beauty & Lakeside Bliss – Spring Getaway Special!
One Cozy Cottage
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 1.5
*Pet-friendly
*Open year-round
*10 min. to Lake Michigan & Arcadia Bluffs
*1 hr. from Traverse City
*This property does have a doorbell camera
One Cozy Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly getaway that sleeps 6 and offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Just 10 minutes from Lake Michigan and Arcadia Bluffs, this single-level home is open year-round and ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking to explore Northern Michigan. Inside, you'll find three cozy bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a 50" streaming TV, and high-speed internet. Enjoy evenings by the fire pit, mornings at the nearby Onekama Village Park, or a short drive to Traverse City for wine tasting and adventure. With a propane grill, washer/dryer, and easy access to local beaches, golf, and outdoor activities, One Cozy Cottage is your home away from home.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: There is no AC, but there is a portable unit in the Living Room
ATV's: ATV's are not permitted for use on the property
Animals: Squirrels and chipmunks are common in the area
Bathrooms:
Full Bath: Shower, toilet, & sink
Half Bath: Toilet & sink
Beach/Swimming: 200 yds to Onekama Village Park
Bedroom Configurations:
Primary Bedroom: Queen
2nd Bedroom: Queen
3rd Bedroom: Bunkbed(bottom converts to twin)
*optional sleeping available on pullout couch
Boats: There are no boats for guest use
Boat Launch: 200 yds to public launch at Onekama Park
Bugs: Mosquitos can be common during the summer months
Cable: There is no cable here but TV capable of streaming
Cell Phone Service: All carriers work well here
Coffee Maker: There is a single Keurig and Cuisinart grind & brew pot
Distances:
*Onekama Village Park: 1 minute (0.3 miles) features a Coffee & Ice Cream shop plus public boat launch and beach!
*Lake Michigan, Captain John Langland Park: 9 minutes (4 miles)-Beach, swimming, access to channel and sunset watching! Also dog friendly!
*Little River Casino: 12 minutes (7.9 miles)
*Manistee: 20 minutes (13.4 miles)
*Crystal Mountain: 28 minutes (20.6 miles)
*Traverse City: 1 hour & 8 minutes (52.1 miles)
Dock: There is no dock at this location
Drinking Water: Artesian well (There is a Brita pitcher in the fridge)
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Decorative only, as it is not vented.
Fire-pit: Yes! Be sure to bring your firewood.
Fishing: Bluegill, Salmon, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike are common in Portage Lake!
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Fishing Poles: Not provided
Golf: Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course is 11 minutes away! (7.7 miles)
Grill: There is a propane grill for guest use.
Grocery Store:
EZ Mart: 2 minutes (0.8 miles)
Meijer: 15 minutes (11 miles)
Handicap Friendly: There are no additional features to make this property handicap friendly.
Heat: There is a baseboard heating system.
Hunting: Hunting is not permitted on the property. Please follow all local and state guidelines if hunting in the area.
Internet/WIFI: There is internet at this property. 400 mbps
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: 4 cars or 2 cars with trailers.
Pets: Dogs are welcome! (2 MAX) Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
Privacy: Neighbors are within view.
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
Space: Single level home
Seniors: Seniors are welcome! This property is a single level home.
Televisions: 50" TV in Living Room
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. There are beach towels available as well.
Washer and Dryer: Yes!
Wood: Not provided.
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 1.5
*Pet-friendly
*Open year-round
*10 min. to Lake Michigan & Arcadia Bluffs
*1 hr. from Traverse City
*This property does have a doorbell camera
One Cozy Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly getaway that sleeps 6 and offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Just 10 minutes from Lake Michigan and Arcadia Bluffs, this single-level home is open year-round and ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking to explore Northern Michigan. Inside, you'll find three cozy bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a 50" streaming TV, and high-speed internet. Enjoy evenings by the fire pit, mornings at the nearby Onekama Village Park, or a short drive to Traverse City for wine tasting and adventure. With a propane grill, washer/dryer, and easy access to local beaches, golf, and outdoor activities, One Cozy Cottage is your home away from home.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: There is no AC, but there is a portable unit in the Living Room
ATV's: ATV's are not permitted for use on the property
Animals: Squirrels and chipmunks are common in the area
Bathrooms:
Full Bath: Shower, toilet, & sink
Half Bath: Toilet & sink
Beach/Swimming: 200 yds to Onekama Village Park
Bedroom Configurations:
Primary Bedroom: Queen
2nd Bedroom: Queen
3rd Bedroom: Bunkbed(bottom converts to twin)
*optional sleeping available on pullout couch
Boats: There are no boats for guest use
Boat Launch: 200 yds to public launch at Onekama Park
Bugs: Mosquitos can be common during the summer months
Cable: There is no cable here but TV capable of streaming
Cell Phone Service: All carriers work well here
Coffee Maker: There is a single Keurig and Cuisinart grind & brew pot
Distances:
*Onekama Village Park: 1 minute (0.3 miles) features a Coffee & Ice Cream shop plus public boat launch and beach!
*Lake Michigan, Captain John Langland Park: 9 minutes (4 miles)-Beach, swimming, access to channel and sunset watching! Also dog friendly!
*Little River Casino: 12 minutes (7.9 miles)
*Manistee: 20 minutes (13.4 miles)
*Crystal Mountain: 28 minutes (20.6 miles)
*Traverse City: 1 hour & 8 minutes (52.1 miles)
Dock: There is no dock at this location
Drinking Water: Artesian well (There is a Brita pitcher in the fridge)
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Decorative only, as it is not vented.
Fire-pit: Yes! Be sure to bring your firewood.
Fishing: Bluegill, Salmon, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike are common in Portage Lake!
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Fishing Poles: Not provided
Golf: Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course is 11 minutes away! (7.7 miles)
Grill: There is a propane grill for guest use.
Grocery Store:
EZ Mart: 2 minutes (0.8 miles)
Meijer: 15 minutes (11 miles)
Handicap Friendly: There are no additional features to make this property handicap friendly.
Heat: There is a baseboard heating system.
Hunting: Hunting is not permitted on the property. Please follow all local and state guidelines if hunting in the area.
Internet/WIFI: There is internet at this property. 400 mbps
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: 4 cars or 2 cars with trailers.
Pets: Dogs are welcome! (2 MAX) Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
Privacy: Neighbors are within view.
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
Space: Single level home
Seniors: Seniors are welcome! This property is a single level home.
Televisions: 50" TV in Living Room
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. There are beach towels available as well.
Washer and Dryer: Yes!
Wood: Not provided.
Property manager
Freshwater Vacation Rentals
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Languages
English, Spanish
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About the area
Onekama
Located in Onekama, this holiday home is on a lake. Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse and WaterWorks Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Orchard Beach State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Onekama, MI
What's nearby
- Portage Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Pierport Beach - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
- Little River Casino - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
- Manistee County Beaches - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lakeside Cafe - 11 min drive
- Grille 44 - 13 min drive
- The Glenwood - 4 min walk
- Rosie's Place - 7 min drive
- Blue Slipper Tavern - 20 min walk
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Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business almost 20 years ago with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business almost 20 years ago with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.
Languages:
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