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5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access.

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Manistee County Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access.

Gorgeous two-level home features 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, a great-room encompassing a fully equipped kitchen, large dining area, and living area. Exterior includes a large deck overlooking the lake, accessible from the living area.
Two bedrooms with adjoining baths are located on the main level, each also with its own access to the inviting deck. Two bedrooms and a third bathroom are located on the lower level. In addition there are two twin beds and a twin roll-away in the common area of the lower level.
A detached bonus room with full bath offers an additional queen bedroom for a private stay from the rest of the house.
A 10-minute walk or a 1-minute drive gets you to a short path and boardwalk to the semi-private shoreline for great swimming in the sandy-bottomed crystal clear waters of Portage Lake.
For nature seekers, take a stroll through the natural trails of the wooded areas of this 8-acre property. Deer and foxes are a common sight. There is also a large open grassy field for any family sporting activities.
A 15-minute drive around Portage Lake takes you to Onekama and all it has to offer, including a city park with its own beach and playground. Great for family picnics.
An additional 10-minute drive around the lake from Onekama and you arrive at the beautiful, expansive public beaches of Lake Michigan.

Amount of sandy beach available is subject to change each year due to the rising and receding water levels.

Pets allowed. Pet fee(s) of $100/pet will apply. 2 pet max.

Property manager

West Shore Vacation Properties
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 deadlock

About the area

Manistee

Manistee is home to this holiday home. Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course 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 Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manistee County Beaches - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Little River Casino - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Pierport Beach - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 18 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Slipper Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Dog Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Ice Cream & Eatery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom With Portage Lake Views And Beach Access. located?

Situated in Manistee, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Portage Lake and Lake Michigan. Manistee County Beaches is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Beautiful home overlooking Portage Lake

The home was large enough to comfortably accommodate our large family with room to spare. We had originally planned to bring our dogs though we didn't need to in the end, but it would have been wonderful for them, too. I've told my extended family I'd be happy to return here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Helen B.

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

Great Family Getaway!

We loved the location of this house. It was quiet and secluded and was perfect for our family getaway. The house itself was able to accommodate our family's needs. With four couples and a young child, everyone could have their own space and bathroom. The open concept was nice in the evenings for playing games and lounging. We especially loved the open field on the property where we played badminton and wiffle ball. Thank you so much for the beautiful place to make wonderful memories with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eli M.

Great

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place for large group. Loved the beach access and property area, lots of space for kids to run around.

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Great location

Great location with very lovely grounds. Love the cabin like atmosphere. So many rooms and beds! The downstairs is a bit musty and somewhat moist. Also my other two recommendations for this house are 1. Get a coffee pot with an automatic shut off. 2. The house did not appear to be vacuumed. Other than that we had a fantastic stay with a great view! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sheree B.

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

Family Getaway

The family enjoyed their time at this summer home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

August Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Loved being on a private wooded lot with a beautiful lake view. The house was nice and spacious and when we had a question or needed anything Nicole's team was always available and accommodating. The private beach was so nice as was the Lake Michigan beach that was only 10 minutes away. Strongly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

George S.

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

Great Country Nearby Lake Place

The property was clean and comfortable for four adults and 3 children. Lots of open woods and field nearby, great hiking trail, and the deck outside was overlooking Portage Lake to the north. Just a short walk down the hill to our private but small beach with a bit of sand and nice chairs. Could launch our kayaks from here across Portage Lake. Manistee and Onekama nearby. Lake Michigan sunsets just a 15 minute walk to the west with a nice channel. Only drawback was that the basement bedrooms were a bit musty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Saint Louis, United States

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

Onekama

Had a wonderful time with our family and friends. Have been coming to Onekama since 2004 and this was by far one of the best places we stayed! Loved all the space that we had and the property views and hiking trail were awesome! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Z.

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

Many Happy Returns

We’ve enjoyed this house and its convenient beach access for some years now. The kitchen is great for entertaining and the deck is humongous with a beautiful view of Portage Lake. We appreciated the television upgrade and we're happy to be able to tune in to the Tigers. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Annual Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is the eighth year for our family to take a week-long group vacation with a group of 8 adults, four kids, and this year we had dogs that joined in the fun as well! The property is large (I think 8 acres?) which was wonderful for our active family . The large open meadow provided a great space for our silly games and kickball. There is a .5 mile beautiful marked trail through the woods that was a much -loved activity. There is ample parking, access to a small beach on Portage lake and it is an easy drive to Lake Michigan beaches, including dog-friendly beaches. There is one bedroom/bath that is detached (garage conversion) that worked out really well for our family. There was plenty of gathering space in the main room and on the large porch facing the lake. A large dining table was put to good use at night as we played a wide variety of games (our age ranges were 5-68) Our one question about trash pick up was quickly answered. The reservation process was easy, and I did end up talking to the office three times with questions--and they were very patient! Everyone voted a big 'yes' when asked if this was a place we'd like to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation Time!!

Had a great time being right by Lake Michigan. So much to do!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

scott p.

family vacation reuion

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: very enjoyable description of house and location very accurate would highly recommend the house.

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine T.

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

It is a beautiful property! Everything you need and more.

We will keep this property on our list of “stay again”! Beautiful views and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

lynne G., USA

Liked: Check-in, location

Beach ⛱️ property stay

We loved the location and the house was very spacious for our family. It was clean and well stocked but a new frying pan is needed as the Teflon was scraped off. Also the TV in the living room was wobbly and we had to stabilize it with boxes underneath. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

annual family gathering

great location, plenty of space inside and outside for a large family gathering. Cottage is in need of a deep cleaning especially the carpeting. Furniture is tired and in need of an upgrade
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8/10 Good

Nathan R., Hartford, MI

Great location for Arcadia Bluffs

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great Portage Lake views from the back deck. Lot's of sleeping space for large groups worked out well, including the separate bedroom in the detached garage. Overall, the house is in good shape though there is no central AC, so it can be humid sometimes depending on the weather, but unless it's really humid outside it stays very cool in the house with the windows open. The basement sleeping area is damp and had a dehumidifier running most of the time we were there. The neighborhood is quiet with a short trail right off the front yard of the house. It is a great rental if you have a dog, though if they chase squirrels, rabbits, or deer, keep an eye on them!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

From Iowa

It was a very nice stay. We get VRBOs for every vacation. Initially the power was unavoidably off. Britta was a great help and worked with the power company. It was back on by evening. The property was fine, and we had a party of 13 who fit comfortably..
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Great property

Great property with quick lake access
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Family vacation

Best family vacation yet. Everyone enjoyed the comfort of the house the large yard, trail through the woods, private beach and the view of the lake from the deck. Kitchen was perfectly laid out and made cooking for 11 easy. If the house had air conditioning ( knew it didn’t when I booked it) we would make this our yearly vacation spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Kenneth Y.

Carroll Lake house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was nice with plenty of room.
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8/10 Good

Charles G.

Very Nice Property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had one issue. It was a big issue but the property management team respond so quickly to the problem that I do not go into any more details. Once the problem was corrected we had a wonderful time at the property. The house has a beautiful back desk and is very spacious. The room were comfortable and each bathroom had a shower. My only small complaint was we could not get the TV to work in the basement. But the TV in the main living space worked fine. The beach access is not directly on the property. You have to go across the street to access it. But is nice and a great place to swim. They provide chairs too which is very nice. Overall it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dan K., Brighton, Mi

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

Cool place, nice neighborhood

Nice place for four small families on a July 4 get-together. Be aware there are 2 bedrooms upstairs, 2 downstairs, and two beds in the general basement area, so if you have a larger group at least two people will not be in a room. Could use new carpeting but not unusual for a pet-friendly place. Neighborhood is very pretty and was quiet even for the 7/4 weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Crescent Beach home on Portage Lake

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely home, amazing view of the lake, short walk to the semi private beach. Fully equipped kitchen. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Amazing for families!

This property was so much better for a multi-family vacation than I initially expected. The layout is perfect for multiple families sharing a space, where everyone has their own area and can have privacy when needed. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook any meal at the house. They have some children's toys and books, as well as a high chair. The view off of the porch is beautiful, and the outdoor area for fires is so cozy. There is a cute little hike on the property that’s well-maintained and perfect for the 7 and under crowd; although, even the adults enjoyed it. We loved the private beach and spent most a lot of time there! The kids LOVED it. My only gentle criticism is that it wasn’t as clean as it could have been. The blinds were dusty and the showers had some dead bugs in them. The basement and guest suite in the garage were both pretty musty, but we were likely the first renters of the summer season, so some of that is expected. Overall, this property exceeded our expectations and we would love to rent it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great cottage and locaton for family getaway

Beautiful large property, great view of the Portage Lake, well equipped kitchen. Excellent for large family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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