This vacation home places you next to Portage Lake and within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Manistee County Beaches - 16 min drive - 6.5 miles
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles
Little River Casino - 21 min drive - 13.4 miles
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Lakeside Cafe - 19 min drive
The Glenwood - 8 min drive
Rosie's Place - 14 min drive
Blue Slipper Tavern - 9 min drive
Yellow Dog Cafe - 8 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.
Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK
The Summer House
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Hidden away on Onekama's secluded Portage Point, The Summer House offers 50 feet of lake frontage and incredible views from a sheltered corner of Portage Lake. In this spot on a quiet street near North Point Park, you can spend your days swimming in the shallow bay and launching your kayaks and canoes from the dock.
Grab a cup of coffee from the fully appointed kitchen and step outside onto the deck to watch the morning sunrise. Enjoy barbecue picnics in the backyard as you watch the kids fish from the dock, then settle down for the evening around the firepit for a few toasted marshmallows.
Things to know Two dogs are welcome for a nightly fee Please be aware that this home lies in a flood area and occasionally has standing water in the yard after heavy rainfall. The owners raised the waterfront portion of the yard and installed a dirt driveway in 2019 to make your stay more enjoyable, but rising water levels and storms that drop several inches of water at a time still leave large puddles in the roadside yard. Onekama Township recently created a Short Term Rental Ordinance; please respect this Ordinance so this home can continue to help your family make vacation memories.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Dock details:
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The vacation home also includes a coffee maker.
Property manager
Vacasa of Michigan
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,232 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.
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 and a first aid kit
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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
78190
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Onekama, just steps from Portage Lake. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Captain John Langland Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK?
At this beachfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.
Are there hot tubs at Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 11.6 mi away (19 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK.
Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & firepit - 2 dogs OK Reviews
Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Roger S.
Sep 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet hours
Quiet hours posted within the house say 11pm
You sent me two different emails, one saying 9pm another saying 10pm. Need to have a consistent time listed for this property. Thanks
Roger S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
2/10 Terrible
Brooke H.
Sep 4, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Highly do not recommend staying here
The house was a disaster. The kitchen was a mess, mold in the shower, blinds held together by a trash bag, toilet paper holder ripped off the wall. There was rotten trash in the bottom of the trash can, pots and pans were filthy. Windows looked like they have never been washed, nothing dusted. Do not stay here, paid way too much for that horrible of a place.
Brooke H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Sue S.
Aug 20, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place, but...
In general a pleasant place. But, the maintenance on the house was very poor. Broken window shades, windows that wouldn’t open and very dirty, stained dining room rug. Burned out light bulbs, towel ring and toilet paper holder falling off of wall. BBQ was so full of grease that it caught fire and sent out plumes of black smoke. Whoever is cleaning/maintaining the place is NOT doing their job.
Sue S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurie C.
Sep 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
View was nice Location was nice House needed a water softner Other than that it was good
Laurie C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
michelle L.
Aug 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Excellent location. House was very clean when we arrived. We really enjoyed our stay there. Everything we needed was provided. Having the private dock was wonderful. I would come back and highly recommend. The only thing I would change would be a new toilet in the bathroom.
michelle L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
4/10 Poor
Adam C.
Jun 13, 2022
Great location, but that's about all
We loved the location on the lake, but that was about it. There were notes on the shower and toilet about high water so limit the use of water. You felt like you were rushing to shower and once every made it through the shower you realized there was a leak in the corner of the shower. There were not sheets for the Murphy bed. Ran out of propane gas before the burgers were even done cooking. Trying to figure out what control went for what fan and getting windows open to get a breeze through the house was a struggle with it being an old house. The lighting within the place is not great so trying to play games at night or just sitting to eat dinner felt like you were in the dark most of the time. Overall the house was underwhelming.