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Cozy cottage with natural fire place!

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 691.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Port Austin, MI
  • Port Crescent State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • East Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)
    ‪148 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy cottage with natural fire place!

Located right at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb, Port Austin is one of the rare places where you can catch both sunrise and sunset over the stunning waters of Lake Huron. Known for its natural beauty, this area offers incredible hiking opportunities—including the iconic Turnip Rock—and endless outdoor adventure.

Our cozy, centrally located cottage sits on the peaceful south side of M-25, just minutes from downtown Port Austin and Caseville. Whether you’re looking for a summer escape, a fall color tour, or a snowy winter retreat, this rental is available year-round. Summer is a favorite with its long beach days and warm nights, but autumn brings breathtaking foliage, and winter offers a serene, snow-covered quiet that’s perfect for recharging.

Property manager

Maria Youngblood
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We are on a septic system; this means ONLY toilet paper can be flushed. All sanitary products, wipes and diapers are to be thrown in the trash.
Trash pickup is every Monday. There is an enclosed garbage bin at the end of the driveway next to the mailbox. Please place all trash in the bin.
No access is provided to the garage. Back bedroom (blue room) closet is our personal. The front (yellow) bedroom closet is for guest use.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Port Austin

Located in Port Austin, this cottage is on a lake. Lake Huron and Port Crescent State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf and Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum. Bird Creek Park and Port Austin Light Station are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Port Austin, MI

What's nearby

  • Port Crescent State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Albert E. Sleeper State Park - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Bird Creek Golf Club - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pasta House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pak's Backyard - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bank 1884 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage with natural fire place! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage with natural fire place!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage with natural fire place!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage with natural fire place! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Port Crescent State Park and Lake Huron. Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf and Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JEN H.

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

Excellent

Very neat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna S.

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

Little treasure in the woods

Absolutely perfect getaway!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari C.

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

Cozy Little Cottage

The cottage was easy to find and very clean inside. We were able to adjust our dates for the stay and even added an additional day. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zac R.

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

Writing retreat

Nice & relaxing, quiet, & comfortable- perfect for my needs :)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Great location

We stayed for a long weekend in October. Absolutely beautiful area, walking trails nearby. Beautiful setting, house was very clean with everything we needed! Hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George T.

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

Great Stay in Port Austin

Better than advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beau B.

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

Great stay !

Perfect location between Port Austin and Caseville. House was immaculate and worked perfectly for our stay , highly recommended !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house and room sizes were perfect for the family for our stay. One thing that was inconvenient was the bathroom toilet. It’s a low toilet and there is nothing near it to use to get up for older adults like a vanity counter or bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Weekend away

We had a wonderful time! The cottage is beautiful and very relaxing. The hosts thought of everything! Home was equipped with everything needed. We wish we could have to stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alina D.

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

Family Togetherness

We were looking for a place to get away from home to spend some much needed downtime. I selected this place due to the nice comments shared by other guests. I was not disappointed! This place was perfectly located to the lake, putt-putt was within walking distance, with homemade ice cream, and a dark skies observation location was literally across the road. Our Vrbo hosts thought of all the details and we felt like we were at home. One of our favorite moments was teaching our college age daughter how to play Euchre like a true Michigander. Thank you again for accommodating us! God bless the rest of your summer❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Weekend Stay with high school friends

The cottage was clean,cute and comfortable. We didnt have a campfire,it was too hot but there are cool lights wrapped around trees out back. Very nice. It was an easy distance to attend a wedding at the lovely Glen Royal Barn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi J.

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

Great getaway!

Property was clean and cozy, close to walking trails and beach, and Maria was very quick to answer any questions we had! Can’t wait to return to Port Austin and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dlgkld s.

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

Clean and cozy!

Very inviting and comfortable. Great location. Will definitely stay there again. Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH W.

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

Friends reunion

Quiet, clean and well supplied. Comfy and cozy too. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

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

Red cottage

The place was clean and well kept nice and cozy close to all our needs highly recommend it we will be booking again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda p.

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

Family Fun

Great Time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia R.

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

More than we could've hoped for...

I was new to Caseville and we were looking for an early summer getaway. I found Maria's cottage on VRBO. From the time we checked in until we left, it was more than we could've hoped for! This was the cleanest and best equipped VRBO yet. Maria is a wonderful host and is quick to answer inquiries . .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka F.

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

Perfect Girls’ Getaway

We have been friends for 40 years & wanted a fun, relaxing weekend where we could catch up since we live several states away from each other. The cabin was a halfway point for us and exactly what we were looking for! Clean, great location, perfect size for the 2 of us. Thanks so much for telling us about the Northern Lights! We were able to view them and took some amazing pics! This was the first time either of us had stayed in MI too, so I got to check off another state I have now visited. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was clean and spacious, very comfortable. We were very happy with our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

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

THE Place to Stay at the Tip of the Thumb!

Such a comfortable cozy cottage! Everything we needed and then some! Wonderful woodstove added to the ambiance (not the main source of heat)! Within walking distance of the great trails and beach at Port Crescent State Park. No guarantee, of course, but we saw, perhaps,the Best Sunset of our lives, from the breakwater at Port Austin. The incredible The Farm restaurant is only 3 miles away. Happened to be a birthday weekend for one of us--couldn't have been happier!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

judith m.

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

Adorable cottage conveniently located!

I rent a place in port Austin every year for the weekend that Halloween camping takes place at nearby Port Crescent State park. My extended family camps, I enjoy the day and fires with them and then go sleep in a warm, comfortable bed 😊. The cottage was clean, plenty of small amenities provided (I don’t want to bring my own bedding towels etc and all those are provided!) My 5 month old grandson came with is for the first time and there was plenty of room for his portacrib and allll the baby stuff. A very short drive to the camping area. Great place, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra P., Adrian, Michigan, United States

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

Anniversary Getaway

This was the most relaxed vacation that we have ever had. So comfy and cozy, it was exactly what we needed. We will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Great stay

It was great😀
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Relaxation

Beautiful cottage. Right in the middle of everything to do. So relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maria Youngblood

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My husband and I purchased this home in 2011. We have put a lot of love and hard work into fixing it up over the years. We had kids shortly after and have created amazing memories! Our son is playing travel baseball so it’s a perfect time to share our home so others can make memories and enjoy all that Port Austin and the surrounding area have to offer!

Why they chose this property

Located right at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb, Port Austin is one of the rare places where you can catch both sunrise and sunset over the stunning waters of Lake Huron. Known for its natural beauty, this area offers incredible hiking opportunities—including the iconic Turnip Rock—and endless outdoor adventure.

Our cozy, centrally located cottage sits on the peaceful south side of M-25, just minutes from downtown Port Austin and Caseville. Whether you’re looking for a summer escape, a fall color tour, or a snowy winter retreat, this rental is available year-round. Summer is a favorite with its long beach days and warm nights, but autumn brings breathtaking foliage, and winter offers a serene, snow-covered quiet that’s perfect for recharging.

What makes this property unique

We rent all year round! Summer is of course the most popular. However, if your wanting a getaway to see the fall colors or a relaxing winter weekend we are the destination. We have a large yard with a bonfire pit. There is a wood burning stove for those fall and winter nights where you just want to relax. In the winter the frozen lake is beautiful! There are local snow hills, cross country skiing trails, snow shoeing. Downtown Port Austin has a small ice rink with equipment rental available.

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