Private Vacation Home
Lake Michigan Getaway: Relax, Unwind, Create Memories!
Shelby, Michigan, United States
SPRING & SUMMER. brEnjoy:br*morning walks on meandering roadsbr*afternoon swims in the crystalline watersbr*evenings kayaking at sunsetbr*starry, moon lit walks on the beach, waves lapping your toesbr*tales told around the fire pit, roasting marshmallowsbr*laughter of game nightbr*quaint harbor towns, lighthouses, and many more unique attractions close bybrbrLooking for a Fall or Winter escape at La Bella Vie Cottage? Visit VRBO.com/969414 brbrLA BELLA VIE COTTAGE - meticulously clean, spacious, comfortable and private, surrounded by woods, lush lawns & beautiful gardens.brbrBeaches like no other - A 10 minute walk to 1/2 mile of beautiful Lake Michigan beachfront access. Or, you can drive; there's parking at the beach. Sugar-sand beachfront, crystal clear water – float 9 feet deep, you'll still see the sandy bottom. brbrSpectacular Sunsets - Wispy clouds billow past the red-orange sun slowly sinking into the waters across Lake Michigan. Each sunset unique and beautiful. brbrFOR OUR GUESTS:brSpacious living area, 2 bedrooms plus, 3rd bedroom/den with daybeds. One full bath plus, seasonal 1/2 bath in our Bathhouse.brbrOpen and airy 20' x 20' living area with comfy seating. Living, Dining & Kitchen are open, keeping cooks involved. WiFi connected.brbrWe offer a full kitchen - everything you need, plus, spices, baggies, paper towels, and more. Don't want to cook? Stony Lake Inn is less than a mile away – delicious food.brbrSleep tight in the master's comfy queen size bed with crisp white sheets. Lake breezes drift across your double bed in the 'Beach' bedroom. In the den, two soft daybeds provide seating by day; at night the den can be closed off for privacy, snuggle into your daybed, let the sound for the waves lull you to sleep.brbrIncluded: Beach chairs, towels & umbrella, adult & child life jackets, small wave boards, children's sand toys. Ladder Ball & Croquette. Books, Games – Boggle, Life, Jenga & more, Toys - Legos, Lincoln logs & more.brbrParking for 2 vehicles in the driveway, plus 2 in sloping area in front of fence - 4x4 recommended.brbrLOCAL ATTRACTIONS & ADVENTURES:brIncredible views at Chester Street Pier, Little Sable Point, Big Sable Point & Ludington LighthousesbrThrilling Dune Rides at Silver Lake Sand DunesbrExplore Quaint Harbor Town Shops in Pentwater; discover treasures antiquing at The Barn AntiquesbrHorseback riding at Rainbow Ranch, Family fun at Lewis Farm Market & Petting Zoo - a must visit for those with kids!brRoller coasters rides at Michigan's Adventure Theme ParkbrInvestigate USS Silversides Submarine Museum; Explore a 1900's Village - White Pine VillagebrMake waves at Double JJ Ranch Indoor Water Park, play a round at Benona Shores Golf CoursebrbrFoodies love:brCherry Point Market – fresh produce & be sure to drop in for their fish boil!brMac's Meats - Best meat market ever, try their steaks!brCountry Dairy Tour - Ice Cream, Cheeses, & Beef BaconbrRun out of hot dogs, ice cream or milk? Stony Lake Depot has convenience items. Just .5 miles away.brbrNightlife: brMusic on the shores of Lake Michigan at Little Sable Point LighthousebrBig Hart Brewing Co. - amazing Pulled Pork NachobrJamesport Brewing Company; Ludington Bay Brewing Co.; Fox Barn Winery andbrCasual & Delicious Dining at Stony Lake InnbrNeed a little libation around the fire pit? Stony Lake Market has what you need. Just 1 mile away.brbrOUR BEACH RENTALS - available for your entire stay!br1 Tandem Kayak $60br1 Paddle Board $60brAdult size boogie/wave boards - $7 - 2 availablebrPack 'n' play - $15brWasher & Dryer - We have a washer & dryer onsite, due to misuse by guests, they are available by special request only.brAll rentals are available for your use for your entire stay – we do not offer 'daily' rates. NO refunds on beach rentals if you do not use them.brbrDry split, bundled firewood is available for purchase at the cottage. Please do not take wood from our personal log piles, we paid for it, it is for our use only.brbrIMMACULATELY CLEANbrOur cleaning team spends a total of 5-6 hours thoroughly cleaning La Bella Vie Cottage to prepare for your arrival.brWe realize some guests will 're-sanitize' when they arrive. We have many pieces of fine furniture in La Bella Vie Cottage; damage can and has occurred when guests liberally spray with sanitizer. We sanitize; if you accidentally cause damage which requires repair, you will be charged.brBe aware, when some rental owners say, "Please leave the cottage as you found it," it may mean, they do NOT clean between guests. They trust the previous guest to leave the home clean. Always ask, before you book!brbrLIMITED MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE:brOur cottage has no stairs, and is accessible for those with limited mobility, but is not ADA approved. The decks overlooking Lake Michigan, at both accesses, are accessible by wheelchair. Clearances available upon request.brbrRelax, Unwind, Create Memories!brbrFALL & WINTER enjoy... br* crisp morning walks on roads canopied by a kaleidoscope of multi-colored foliagebr* an afternoon wandering through a local vineyard sipping a chilled glass of wine br* snuggling in a comfy chair with a favorite book in a cozy sun lit cornerbr* a visit to Lewis Farm and Market - shoot their apple canon, pick pumpkins, feed & pet the animals, and enjoy fresh homemade baked goods, in early Fallbr* a cup of warm cider as you watch the beauty of billowy clouds drifting across a Lake Michigan sky at sunset - fall & winter sunsets are spectacular!br* an exhilarating dune ride on Silver Lake Dunes – Open through 1st week in Octoberbr* gathering around our 5' field stone fire pit for an evening of warmth, laughter & s'moresbrbrbrWHAT OUR GUESTS SAY... About La Bella Vie Cottage:brThe property is lovely, quiet, and plenty of room to spread out and throw a football or play corn hole. Our family has been to Myrtle Beach, and other such vacations… but I can honestly say that if you are looking for some quiet family time to reconnect and slow down… You could not choose a better location. We came home feeling refreshed, rather than exhausted. Stacy K.brbrThe cottage was perfect... Beautiful property surrounded by trees and flowers. A short, enjoyable walk or drive to Lake Michigan and a gorgeous stretch of beach. Beth P.brbrWe had such a fun time.. It's in a great location... Linda and Greg provided many suggestions for other attractions in the area that we enjoyed exploring. Sarah R.brbrThe toy closet was a huge hit! The beds were super comfy! Michelle W.brbrThe thoughtfulness and detail that you put into making your cabin a welcoming retreat was very much appreciated. We can’t wait to come and stay again. Stacy K.brbrI am so glad we stayed here. It was exactly as the pictures showed it... very clean and had everything we needed. I would stay here again! Lauren C.brbrVery spacious and meticulously clean!... Erin R.brbrThe amount of personal care and attention ladled out to this cozy cottage by its owners puts it notches above ordinary vacation spots. Dennis A.brbrLinda had thought of all the extras to make a seamless transition from home to cottage – from extra pillows and blankets, to a little closet stocked with collections of blocks, Legos, beautiful books and board games, it was perfect... Easily a 5+ star vacation... Erin H.brbrLa Bella Vie is spotlessly clean... It's more like staying in a well-appointed private home than a worn-out rental property, because it IS... Dennis A.brbrNice secluded yard for relaxing by the fire pit... Jennifer H.brbrLinda's is our favorite so far... the house is such a cute place, with plenty of room and great decorating touches... such a beautiful home and landscaping. Several nooks and crannies to hang out and enjoy the beautiful weather... Vicki GbrbrbrWHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING... About the Beach and Location:brWe fell in love with Cobmoosa Shores and the surrounding community. We wanted something quiet, private, and close to Lake Michigan and this was it! We are so thankful for the memories we've made this past week and the dreams we are dreaming because of our stay in Shelby. Jen H.brbrJust what our family needed for a lovely getaway— the surrounding woods were the perfect backdrop for the gentle waves of Lake Michigan to wash away our worries and by the end of the week we never wanted to leave. Dylan H.brbrThe beach was absolutely gorgeous! Most days, there were only a few families, so plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the crystal clear water and soft sand. Stacy K.brbrBeautiful and cozy way to just chill with your significant other and enjoy the nature and beauty around the area. Highly recommend!!! Anthony B.brbrHad a fabulous day! North beach was our little piece of heaven today! Just got finished BBQing burgers and ready for our first fire and s'mores. Michigan's beautiful! Tracy E. brbrHighlights were the private and clean beach very close, Lewis Farm Market, Rainbow Ranch, Country Dairy, Little Sable [lighthouse], Mac Dunes rides... We loved that everything was in close proximity to the cottage... Diane E.brbrThe association's beach... is one of the best that I've enjoyed over years of visiting Lake Michigan. Dennis A.brbrThe beach, too, was wonderful. Stunning. I watched the sunset over Lake Michigan on a clear calm evening and saw the famous green slash that some say can only be seen far out in the ocean... Amanda W.brbrWhere do I even begin with the beach? Beautiful, private, not crowded at all. And the good kind of sand that is soft and white and not a rock in site. Crystal clear water and beautiful views... Erin R.brbrbrWHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING... About Our Customer Service:brExcellent and open communication with the owners make for a stress free stay... Bobbi S.brbrWe rented most of the extras and appreciated the ability to use them at our disposal. Amy W.brbrLinda and Greg were attentive hosts. At one point, we had a small problem with a faucet handle, and they arrived to repair it within 15 minutes of my text message! They were wonderful. Amanda W.brbrRelax, Unwind, Create Memories.brLa Bella ViebrLive a Beautiful Life!
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