ALL YEAR ROUND FUN! LAKE FRONT! BLUE BEAR TRAIL UP THE DRIVEWAY! I

Mancelona, Michigan
$195 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to our cozy, newly renovated cottage on the peaceful shores of Starvation Lake. With breathtaking views year-round, this inviting retreat is perfect for families, friends, or a group getaway. Whether you're here for a summer lakeside adventure, autumn’s vibrant colors, hitting the slopes or enjoying a thrilling snowmobile ride on ATV trails, we have everything your need for your choice of adventure!

Property Highlights:
Prime Location - Snowmobile directly from the property with Blue Bear Trailhead right at the end of our driveway! Plus, world-class ski resorts just a short drive away.
Convenience - Bar & grill next door, general store, and gas station just one block away – easy access to all essentials.

Space & Comfort:
The cottage comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests with three bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 Full bed and dresser
Bedroom 2 Full bed and dresser
Bedroom 3 2 twin beds and dresser
Plus, there’s one full bath for your convenience.

Stunning Lakeside Views & Outdoor Fun:
Step out the door and enjoy direct access to the crystal-clear, spring-fed lake. Whether you're swimming, kayaking (2 kayaks provided), or simply soaking in the scenic beauty, the water is just steps away. In the summer, enjoy warm lake days; in fall, marvel at the foliage; and in winter, take in the serene white snow landscape.

Amenities & Features:
Our fully equipped cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay:
- Cable TV & Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Coffee maker
- Fully stocked kitchen** with dishes, cookware, and a grill for outdoor cooking
- Bedding and towels

Pet-Friendly:
Bring your furry friend along for the adventure! Our cottage is pet-friendly for a small $25/night fee. We kindly ask that guests clean up after their pets both inside and outside the property, and we request that pets stay off the furniture. A security deposit will be held for any pet-related damages.

Boat Rentals:
For water lovers, we offer a variety of boat rentals:
- Pontoon boat: $700/week
- Larger pontoon $1000/week

Book your stay at our lakeside cottage today for a memorable, relaxing retreat at Starvation Lake!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Matt H.

    Submitted Feb 7, 2026

    Stayed Feb 3, 2026

    Second time staying. Will be back again!

  • Kevin H.

    Submitted Feb 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 29, 2026

    House was great and host was responsive when needed!

  • Valerie H.

    Submitted Jan 29, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    This is the first we have rented alsomething and everything was perfect. Usually there's problems with the plumbing or something along that line. It was wonderful to stay somewhere without any issues. Place was clean and well kept up! The view of the lake was beautiful. Bar and grill and store literally 2 minutes away. Couldn't be more convenient.

  • joel s.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    This is our 2nd stay here and it was as great as the first. This is a great place to stay for snowmobiling

  • mike m.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 18, 2025

    clean and tidy, great stay.

  • Jessica R.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    We were blessed with over 2 feet of snow for our stay, which created a winter wonderland. The home is close to trails for hiking, a lake out the back door, and a restaurant a couple steps over. The home was updated, clean, and dig friendly (which we love). We had an amazing weekend getaway in a perfect size cute cabin for our family of 4 plus our pup.

  • Jennifer V.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Always a favorite for us. The convenience of the atv trails right across the road. The restaurant an easy walk away. Direct access to the lake. We love the coziness the cabin brings. It truly is our fall favorite getaway!

  • Chantel B.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    ……Another wonderful year at the cabin!

  • Chris W.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Host was especially accomodating and returned texts promptly when we had questions.very pet friendly. Property right on lake and 20 steps from porch to water. Enjoyed it thoroughly and will goagain.

  • Jess S.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Great to be back. Can't wait to stay again!

  • Kelly S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Nice place to stay with family and pet. Clean good location loved the kayaks to use.

  • Rachel P.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Wonderful cottage on a gorgeous lake! Rita was an amazing host-we’ll definitely be back!

  • Michelle B.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    We had a lovely time at the cabin. It was conveniently located, having use of the pontoon boat (

  • Megan K.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Wonderful little cabin right in the water! Beautiful lake and amenities

  • Ryan Z.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    Great location to ride snowmobiles from, would stay here again .

  • Shane M.

    Submitted Feb 5, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    Perfect for a weekend snowmobiling trip with the guys, tavern right at the end of the driveway!

  • Andrew E.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Jan 16, 2025

    Great place! Perfect for snowmobiling! Gas and bar right next door! But beware of driveway!!!!! It is not plowed and you WILL get stuck going up!

  • joel s.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2025

    Stayed Jan 10, 2025

    We had an excellent stay at this location. Four of us slept comfortably. The cabin had everything we needed with a great view of the lake. The bar is within walking distance with great food and the trailhead is literally across the street.

  • Yvonne M.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    The perfect cozy cabin for our family trip.

  • Jennifer V.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Always a favorite spot for our family. This is our 4th year coming for our fall break. Love the convenience of the trails. How close the lake is and the kayak/paddle boat options. It’s a cozy cottage!

  • Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    We planned a last minute riding trip to Michigan and this place had great accommodations and a perfect location. We were able to ride both north and south trails. We will definitely stay in this area again. The fall foliage was perfection. Our only complaint would be that the mattresses were very uncomfortable.

  • Chantel B.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Once again a lovely peaceful stay!! This has become our yearly long weekend get away!! Thank you Rita, we will see you next year!

  • Jennie B.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    We spent our days at the cottage soaking in the Michigan air and fishing right out of your back door. My husband and I really enjoyed the kayaks. The crystal clear water is a must see. The property was very clean. The paddle boat didn’t work properly, it appear the o side had water inside but again the kayaks was GREAT.. I would love to return again with my family and rent both properties. We plan to come back.

  • Madalyn B.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    Really loved the atmosphere on starvation lake! We were a little disappointed that the listing had a hot tub listed, there is not one present. It’s also right next to the public boat launch for the lake so early morning fishers are kind of noisy in the morning but we were up already anyway. Super cute convince store less than a 2 minute walk away. Would stay again!

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    Very peaceful

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