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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Montague, MI
  • Place, Electric Forest
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Montague

This cottage places you adjacent to Lake Michigan. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Electric Forest - 18 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Gold Rush Water Park - 20 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Silver Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Michigan's Adventure - 28 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Pere Marquette Park Beach - 49 min drive - 41.7 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Danny'z Rothbury Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Artists Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Shooters @ Back Forty Ranch (Double JJ Resort) - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Behind The Barn Concessions - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rico's Tamales - ‬17 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.

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES

MONTAGUE/WHITEHALL COTTAGE, BEAUTIFUL VIEW AVAILABLE ON SCENIC LAKE MICHIGAN

CAREFREE RENTAL GUARANTEE INSURANCE THROUGH VRBO

Vacation in Montague - Whitehall, MI overlooking scenic Lake Michigan! This cottage is furnished and has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. It is located within Big Flower Creek Association (34 acre wildlife sanctuary) on 76' of private sandy beach. It has lots of deck and porch space to sit out and enjoy the sun and view. Available weekly or longer year-round. It also has access to Big Flower Creek for canoeing, fishing kayaking, trout fishing, and/or hunting. Miles away from West Shore Snowmobile trail. For more information, specific directions, pictures, or a video of the entire property setting, please send an inquiry.

*Guests provides their own sheets, pillow cases, towels and toiletries. Full kitchen equipment is provide but you will need to bring bathroom and kitchen sundries. (example additional trash bags, bath tissue, paper towel, or dish soap ETC. ETC.) There are stairs you have to take down to the beach and into the cottage.
NO BEACH OR BONFIRES WITHOUT OWNERS PERMISSION AND DIRECTION AND APPROVAL AT THIS PROPERTY!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL WHEEL OR 4 WHEEL DRIVE FOR WINTER MONTHS ALONG THE LAKE MICHIGAN SHORELINE! IT IS GOOD ALSO FOR THE SUMMER MONTHS FOR SILVER LAKE SAND DUNES.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include an electric kettle and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed inside. Outside Only.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

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

Rules

No Beach or other type of fires allowed without speaking with owner for very specific instructions. If allowed any type of fire must be attended.
No trailer parking without owners instructions or permission.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Always adult supervision

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed inside. Outside Only.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Montague, just steps from Lake Michigan. You'll also find Stony Lake nearby.

Will I be able to park at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES ?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to 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 LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront cottage include a kitchen and video games in each cottage, and some feature beach view.

Are there hot tubs at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES ?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County), which is about 24.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES ?

Yes, every cottage at LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a lovely time at the lake house! We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is as described and the views are amazing!! Loved watching the sunset from the deck every night. You can be in Montague for lunch or dinner in 10 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was exactly as stated. Great vacation spot to get away for a weekend. It is secluded and very peaceful. The house was clean. The host was great and communication was great. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity and Relaxation

Another summer, another relaxing stay on the best lake in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and peaceful.Witnessed several deer and baby deer. Mike gave very clear instructions to get into cabin. Enjoyed the stay very much!
Deer playing in water on beach down from cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Cottage

The beach was beautiful as always. Easy check in and out process. Quiet and serene
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing property and property manager, beds not great

Amazing stay overall. Mike was a great host and helped us with sheets and towels since we came from out of state. The deck was amazingly close to the water.The cabin was charmingly rustic, as were the mattresses :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing week away

The cabin is clean, warm, and pleasant, and the views of Lake Michigan out of just about every window are medicine for the spirit. My trip was in the winter and it offered just the solitude and quiet I was needing. I will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage Getaway

This cottage was great for our mid-winter weekend getaway. It is remotely located on Lake Michigan. We were glad it was not snowy as the road would have been a challenge, but we loved the location. The cottage was clean and cozy and Mike was great with communication. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Big Lake Stay

Cool but comfortable, water was chilly because of two days of rain but enough sunshine for beach activities. We also rented ski boat on Silver Lake and canoed on white River. Gorgeous beach and view despite cramped quarters. We all had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

Absolutely gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. The house was warm and welcoming as we watched the huge waves and recovered from a walk on the icy beach. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2016
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Incredible View

The view from the patio and the sunsets were spectacular. The stairs ( 30 )to enjoy the view were not for the "faint of heart", especially for people in their seventies or anyone with handicaps.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pure Michigan

A wonderful, beautiful spot on Lake Michigan. The cottage is clean , and Mike makes check in very easy . The beds are comfortable, and there are plenty of pots and pans . Lots of fresh produce to be found in the area. Lake Michigan never disappoints and the sunsets were beautiful ! We were the only people on the beach . A perfect getaway, and a perfect place to stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

smoky lake michigan

Best beach and view, challenging inconvenient location and access. Average accommodations. Weather conditions the last week of June less than favorable and quite a bit of smoke in the air from forest fires in Canada. Despite the environmental conditions we had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

Perfect getaway ! Everything was great . We were able to have our family come up and visit - perfect for our grandson . If you do not like stairs , or can't be without a cell phone then this is not for you . But if you want to get away from it all and hear the waves , see the sunset and enjoy the beauty then this is the place. Mike was there to greet us and answer any questions .
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Views as Advertised!

My wife and I visited this site in March and although the weather was as you would expect in Michigan in March (cold), the views were still great! We spent a lot of the time in the front room of the cottage just relaxing and enjoying the view from the couch. Everything inside was just as advertised and we had a great stay. I can only imagine what this place would be like in the summer. Mike was also very good to work with and was prompt with communication. We will try to make it back sometime when the weather warms up, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place with beautiful views

I had a very positive experience during my stay here. Starting with Mike's pleasant attitude and warm hospitality from the moment we booked. He always stayed in contact with us and helped us with any concerns. The location is beautiful. The views of Lake Michigan from the cottage are spectacular. The cottage is well kept and has cable TV and board games as well when you feel like staying in. It has the feeling of being on a private beach. Even though we ended up with cloudy days during our recent stay, we managed to get out and walk on the beach very often. I would love to rent this place again over the summer as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view though not kid friendly for the outdoors

This place is beautiful very well kept And very cozy the beds were amazing the only thing I would say is the owner should update the pots and pans 😊The tephlon was peeling off into our eggs 🥺. I feel the description should say that there’s not a beachfront to the water but other than that Mike was very accommodating through text I was very happy they’re just concerned for the kids which we just shortened our stay and left early Saturday morning😦
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful & Beautiful

If one seeks physical beauty, sweeping views, and a very friendly, cooperative host, it will be difficult not to really enjoy this spot. Now, are there more upscale properties? Of course. But this has all one actually needs for essential comfort: decks, endless beach, small but fully functional kitchen, cable/sat. tv, tons of greenery. And then there’s the expansive view of what for all intents and purposes is an inland ocean. This isn’t luxurious. But it does boast ample qualities that add up to wonderful, satisfying vacations. Ours was precisely that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
There were mice and flies in the cottage. The bathroom and toilet smelled of urine even after a deep clean by the tenant. The toilet obviously has a leak that needs to be repaired.The cottage was listed as having central air conditioning. It does not. I does have a mobile AC unit that is unvented and pours the hot air right back in to room.The shower is the smallest shower I have ever seen. For every shower you will hit the three walls. Coffinesque would describe it best.I will never stay here again---luxury prices, ghetto accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of Paradise

Sitting in the cabin or on the deck you experience the stunning view of Lake Michigan with all of it's continually changing glory! Peaceful, serene, quiet, and remote on this lovely association property with lots and lots of nature surrounding you - yet you are 15-20 minutes from the store. And oh my, the sunsets... If you like to cook, it's all here. If you like walking the beach, it's lovely! If you like to relax, you've come to the right place! If you like solitude (my trip was on the shoulder season) this cabin won't dissapoint! If you are looking for fancy and brand new, you won't find it. This is a lovely comfy place. If stairs are an issue, there are stairs to get to the cabin and to the beach. If dirt roads are an issue, you are going to drive on one. Like a previous review, wise to arrive before sundown as a first timer! The owner, Mike is responsive, communicative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perched on top of a sand cliff, with great view of Lake M.

This is a truly outstanding location, with 180 degree view on the lake, its waves and its sunsets. Cozy for 3-4 people, but sleeps more. Mike was highly accommodating and responsive. For instance, there was a fence blocking the view, put to prevent erosion. I asked if it was ok to remove it (a 10 min job) and he said yes right away. I was just disappointed that the deck was blocked off, as it has partially collapsed, turning a gorgeous view point into a partial block of the view from the house. I hope Mike can remove it, or fix it, asap, as it is rather unsightly in its current half collapsed state, marring the view. And maybe post pictures of it, so it does not come as a disappointment on arrival ? Overall, a great place, I hope to come back (after deck is taken care of!) and I recommend it fully.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing view! Beware lots of stairs though

We had an amazing time at this property! The view is breathtaking & there was LOTS of beach this year.  Kids loved swimming & the sunsets.  The house has new siding & a new deck on the other side w/ new stairs, which was not shown in the pictures. The new deck is fantastic! Just be aware that there are about 48 steps from the deck to the beach. It was tiring to carry our infant child, but the kids managed just fine. There are also about 20 steps leading from the car to the house, which, to be honest, was tough while carrying all our things, especially all that small children require. It might be difficult for those with young families that pack more or for people with physical limitations. The listing mentioned A/C, but there wasn't anything upon arrival. We did find a portable A/C in the closet, & when I asked the owner about it, he said it worked and we could install it. The install was easy, but it would have been nice if it was already taken care of. We were mostly concerned for our infant daughter not to overheat while sleeping. There was an ant problem in the kitchen.  There were ant traps, but they didn't do anything.  We cleaned up everything immediately & kept our food in an airtight container that we brought.  It was a little hard with little kids, but we will definitely return in a couple years! 
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cozy home with beautiful view

My family and I were driving up the Wednesday before Thanksgiving from 6 hours south. Mike was very patient and accommodating, waiting for us even when we were about 2 hours behind schedule. We followed his car back to the property, which was very helpful because it was a bit hidden among twisty roads and beautiful trees. Mike showed us around and explained everything that we would need to know. About 30 minutes after Mike left, we discovered we didn't have any water. I called him and he immediately turned around to come back, and it was a very easy fix as they had shut the water off earlier to do something and just forgot to turn it back on. I was grateful he came back so quickly. The view from the cottage is beautiful - we enjoyed seeing the bright full moon every morning above the lake. We also had a really nice walk on the beach on Black Friday. The beds were very comfortable, we were really warm and cozy every night with the electric heaters (along the walls close to the floors). One thing to note if you are staying here with crawling infants in the winter, you may want to leave the heaters off in the main living area so they cannot hurt themselves. We didn't have any problems because our 6 month old isn't mobile yet and our 2.5 year old understood not to touch. Overall, this was a great place to stay for the long holiday weekend. We loved waking up to the beautiful view of Lake Michigan every morning. We were very comfortable and cozy and grateful to Mike for sharing his home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2015

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