12 Mi to Skiing: Manistee Lake Cottage w/ Fire Pit

Kalkaska, Michigan
$264 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Outdoor Dining | Kayaks Provided | Water View | 10 Mi to Downtown

Endless outdoor adventures await when you book this Kalkaska vacation rental! With vintage 1960s-style charm and an excellent location just a short walk from Manistee Lake's beach, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin is perfect for a memorable family getaway. When you're not fishing or cruising in the kayaks, check out restaurants around Downtown Kalkaska! Then, return to ‘Retro Retreat by the Lake' to unwind by the firepit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 full futon

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, board games, books
- Dining table, ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Wood-burning fire pit, lake view
- Outdoor dining set w/ umbrella, gas grill
- Furnished deck
- 2 kayaks (transportation cart & life vests provided)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics, spices

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi, central heating
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

FAQ
- No A/C
- Quiet hours (12:00 AM-6:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cabin, 4 steps required to access

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walking distance to Sands Park, Manistee Lake beach & boat/kayak launch
- 10 miles to Downtown Kalkaska - local restaurants, shops, markets
- 22 miles to Hartwick Pines State Park
- 4 miles to Grandview Golf Club
- 7 miles to Leetsville ORV Trailhead
- 32 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story cabin requires using 4 steps to access
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 650 Sq Ft (60 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Gas Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kelly W.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay here! The beds were extremely comfortable and the whole place was cute. There were a ton of amenities including two kayaks for personal use.

  • Theo

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay. Was very hot on Saturday but fans and open windows cooled it down fast. Thank you for the welcome treats, an unexpected surprise. We would love to stay again if we are ever in the area. So much fun to see all the retro magazines, games and books. We even found old games shows on Buzzer to keep with the theme.

  • Amy

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Beds were comfortable, even though it was hot during the day with windows open and fans it cooled down in the evenings. We enjoyed the outdoor space and the short walk to the lake.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$264+
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