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Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Wilderness State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1 Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 Main Floor

2 Single Beds

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach

• Loft Master Bedroom has queen bed, full bath and reading nook.
• Two Main Floor Bedrooms. One queen bed, two twin beds.
• Full bath on main floor.
• Fiber Optic high speed internet installed in 2020
This 1,700 square foot log cottage is on Sturgeon Bay Drive, 3 miles north of Cross Village. It is on a quiet cove of Lake Michigan beach front and offers tall cedar trees surrounding the cottage and access to miles of Lake Michigan beaches.
Sit on the deck and gaze over Lake Michigan, or take a few steps down and enjoy the view from the beach.
Sommerset has a beautiful log interior, tastefully decorated with a wood burning stove for those chilly northern Michigan evenings. A wonderful place to relax, unwind and enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer.

Property manager

Mark or Kathlyne Sommers

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$25 a day per dog. 2 dogs max. 75 lbs limit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking
Late departure charge of $50 per half hour on departures after 11AM
Pet fee is $25 per dog, per day, maximum 2 dogs

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cabin is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Wilderness State Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Spy Quest Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Wilderness State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 41 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 41 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 41 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 52 min drive - 48.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Legs Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old World Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sommerset Lake House: A beautiful log cabin on Lake Michigan with sandy beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs cabin is just steps away from Wilderness State Park and Lake Michigan. Tunnel of Trees is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great beach retreat

Loved the beach and the house was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall F.

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

Great Getaway

Charming cabin in the trees on the dunes. This is exactly what we hope for when we rent a vacation property. We felt like we were at home, only on the Lake Michigan shoreline. We couldn't ask for much more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Cozy home in a wonderful location for peace, quiet and nature

The house was clean, cozy and very comfortable for our family of 4 (and would easily and comfortably accommodate up to 6 people). The exposed wood beams and the decor gives the place a wonderful rustic lodge feeling. Even better is the location: steps away from pristine, quiet beach on Lake Michigan, which in turn is steps from the border of the Wilderness State Park, with miles of practically-empty beach and woods to wander and enjoy. The hosts are also incredibly responsive, generous and helpful. A perfect location for a quiet, peaceful and beautiful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful stay. Went down to the beach, enjoyed the view and walked along to the bend. It was so relaxing. Went in the hot tub. Read my book on the patio chairs. Beds and furnitures are very comfortable. Very clean house. My only advise: Make sure to buy your groceries ahead of time, including oil for cooking and jug of drinking water, if you don't like the taste of well water. Theirs wasn't bad at all but if you have kids or even adults that aren't used to it. Major grocery stores, Walmart/Meijer were about 45 mins away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norm C., East Lansing, Michigan, USA

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

Great stay at Somerset

This is a very nice property, well appointed. A perfect "up north" get away. Clean, well maintained and equipped. Nice deck. Right on a spectacular wide, sandy, miles long beach. Adjacent to Wilderness State Park. Very close to Legs Inn and other attractions at Cross Village and Good Hart. Convenient to Harbor Springs, The Straits, and even Petosky. Plenty of hiking nearby, especially in Nature Concervancy sites.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jan C.

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

Clean house!!

The property was very clean . Beds were comfortable.(Needed a step stool to get in).However, the washer dryer situation is not good. Washer drains in a sink which over flows. Water and electricity are not a good mix. A dishwasher would be nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Great beachfront property

Great location right on Lake Michigan. So unusual to find something this private right on the lake, the beach was beautiful. Sommerset Lake House was super clean and well equipped and Mark was great to work with--a really great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

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

Holiday Gathering

Sommerset was a perfect place for our family to gather for walks along the beach, beautiful sunsets and hiking through Wilderness S. P. Lots of time for games and meals together. Mark was very thorough with both communication and the condition of the property. We would certainly consider another trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julio B.

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

Beautiful Lake Michigan Cottage

As described, responsive owners. Would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norman C.

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

asommersetvWeekend

Rental process was very smooth. Communications with the property owner was just excellent. Many suggestions for area points, restaurants, etc. of interest. The property was spotless! Beautiful place in beautiful location.. 10 of 10!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corinne R.

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

Beautiful beach

Peaceful property, fantastic view, basically private beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

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

Slice of Lake Michigan Heaven!

The Sommerset Lake house and setting was splendid all around! Mark was so kind and generous with his time and communications…what an incredible week of Lake Michigan fun and sunsets! Thank you so for such a remarkably clean, well-stocked, and comfortable home and string!! We hope to return and share with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Beautiful beach

What an amazing cottage and beach. Truly the best I’ve experienced in Northern Michigan! My son couldn’t stop thanking me for bringing him here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Beautiful lake home

Beautiful cottage steps away from Lake Michigan was just what we were looking for. Quiet, sandy beach. Enjoyed the home’s amenities like the hammock, the grill out on the deck, and the camp fire on the beach. Enjoyed making s’mores and looking at the stars. Great place to enjoy Northern Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Sommerset cabin

Fantastic place! First time staying in Cross Village. The owner Mark was easy to talk with, answered any and all questions, made check-in extremely easy! The cabin is awesome, has the “up north” feel. Well stocked with everything you could need. You’re at the southern end of Wilderness State Park so it’s very peaceful and very quiet! Great time walking on the beach with the dog! Overall an awesome time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Perfect peace!

Incredibly peaceful. Cabin is very well maintained with a number of updates since our prior stay in 2014.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Awesome & peaceful

Definitely would seek out this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan B., Kalamazoo , MI

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

Great beach

The cabin was accurately portrayed in the pictures . We have been to beaches all over the US and this beach holds up to any of them .
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne B., Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

Great Up North Getaway

My family of three really enjoyed our week-long stay at this spacious and clean log home. Close to Cross Village, Mackinaw City, Harbor Springs, and Petoskey, while merely steps away from Wilderness State Park. Guests do need to be able to navigate stairs to enjoy the property and Lake Michigan beach. Quiet residential community with very light foot traffic at the serene shoreline. Many days we were the only people out there! Home is equipped with pretty much every thing you need to enjoy your stay. WiFi and Direct TV were nice for rainy days. We appreciated the thorough guest binder with info and tips provided by the hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Lovely Log Cabin

My friends, my husband, and I really enjoyed our stay here. The private beach has many rocks for inspecting, lovely views, and the house has all the amenities you'd need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

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

Best yet

I do a lot of rentals in Michigan and Kentucky and this was the best one yet. Fully stocked, very clean, quiet, deserted beach. The only con was close houses but they remained empty for the majority of time we were there. Thank you for sharing, Mark.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

It was fantastic

Beautiful

10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

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

One of the beat vacations ever. Pure Michigan, pure nature!!

Everything I thought it would be!

10/10 Excellent

Margo B., Clinton Township, MI

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

Perfect Get Away!

Sommerset Lake House was just what we needed! Peace and quiet. The house was very clean and comfortable. Can't beat walking out the door and down a few steps to a beautiful beach. Our stay was quite chilly, which probably explains why we had the entire beach to ourselves. It was perfect for walking the beach and wandering the sand dunes. The dogs loved darting in and out of the water. The fall colors were glorious! We went home totally refreshed after a weekend surrounded by nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike C., Gaylord

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

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Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mark or Kathlyne Sommers

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We are native Michiganders who love our state!
Originally from the northwest suburbs of Detroit, we have vacationed in northern Michigan for over 20 years. We love this area and think you will too!

Why they chose this property

All levels of golf are within a 15 minute drive.
The famous 'Tunnel of Trees' which is great for cyclists or a nice afternoon drive is only 3 miles south. Explore Wilderness State Park just up the road or enjoy all sorts of water sports; kayaking, swimming, wind sailing, etc.
Sommerset is a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan and the grandeur of Northern Michigan.

What makes this property unique

Wonderful / wide sandy beach with gentle slope going far out into the lake. Sunsets are absolutely stunning & see the beacons from 5 light houses on a clear night. Protected by tall cedar trees and very quiet...peacefull

Languages:

English
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