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Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch!

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and dining area.
A cozy living room with a brown leather couch, a wooden dining table with blue chairs, and a kitchen area with yellow stools.
A house with a garage, surrounded by a large grassy yard and trees.
A living room with a striped carpet, a sofa, a small table, a potted plant, and a door leading outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gladstone, MI
  • Place, Hiawatha National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Bay de Noc
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Island Resort & Casino
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gladstone

This cottage places you next to Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Little Bay de Noc - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Pioneer Trail Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Island Resort & Casino - 31 min drive - 30.6 miles

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch!

Welcome to The Kipling Cottage! We are excited to share our cozy cottage with you. Our cottage is an Angler's paradise. You won't find a more convenient place than this with a public boat launch on Little Bay De Noc and two, locally owned bait shops right up the street. Fish year-round in one of the most coveted locations in the area.

Our cottage has a huge front and back yard perfect for yard games, bonfires, and plenty of parking space for trailers, boats, etc... We are conveniently located minutes away from bars, restaurants, a grocery store and gas stations. A day trip away from Munising, Marquette or Manistique- the possibilities are endless!

Our fully stocked, very clean, pet friendly cottage is vacation ready- it just needs you!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Gladstone and just steps from Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest. You'll also find Little Bay de Noc and Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! ?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each cottage and a kitchen in some.

Does Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County), which is 13.2 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! ?

No, there aren't any cottage at Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! that offer a balcony.

Cozy cottage on Little Bay De Noc minutes away from a public boat launch! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Nice place. Host is very responsive to messages.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming, and a wonderful spot for the wife and I to enjoy time away
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool place cool people and close to town and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Host was very nice and very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like an old friend right away. Very accommodating. Stayed for a few days of fishing on little bay and it was perfect. Right down the road from the boat launch. Place was clean and well stocked. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to stay

Everything was top notch, would highly recommend this place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home that met our needs on our fishing trip. Very clean, new appliances, excellent location for fishing trip but yet close to Escanaba up to Rapid River for those that are just wanting to see the area. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot to relax with friends or family. Very easy to find and close to a lot of food options and hiking. Felt very remote without being in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property, we'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean Cottage, many amenities. Close to restraunts, bait shop and boat ramp!Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great little house, well maintained and very clean. Located on a quiet road that makes it super easy to get to downtown. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient location.

Close to many attractions in the UP
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay! The house is really cute, well maintained and clean. The property is spacious and we enjoyed watching the deer that came through every morning and evening. It was a perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in was super easy and the home was spotless. Much appreciated!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy cabin close to the lake. No issues during our time there. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The cute litlle cottage

Was the perfect rental for us, zero traffic, huge yard for the dogs, sun rise every morning.di ide.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway

Property had all the amenities needed. Close to town, clean, and comfortable. Definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was clean, peaceful and very private. The yard is huge ,my Lab enjoyed playing ball. Great place to just take in the sites and relax. Enjoyed the campfire at night. We will try to return .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fishing getaway

Location was very convenient for our fishing getaway. The yard was huge and a great place for our dogs to enjoy some play time. Owner was very accommodating and prompt in communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay in Gladstone! Comfortable and quiet. The mattresses are great, the kitchen has everything you'll need, and the entertainment options (smart TV) are an extra plus. Also the deer and turkey outside your window! Highly recommend.
View through the back kitchen window.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean quiet, set back on large lot. Pet friendly, had what we needed. Close to Gladstone Mi and highways #2 and #41.A nice little hiking area just down the road a bit.Fuel and restaurants just minutes away either direction.We had deer, wild turkeys, and a Pileated woodpecker in the yard several times.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great rental

Clean and nice big yard for dogs. Beautiful sunrise over the water that can be seen from the back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024