Charles Mears State Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Restaurants
Open Hearth Grille - 12 min drive
Murphy's Tavern - 10 min drive
Pentwater Dari Creme - 9 min walk
The Antler Bar - 6 min walk
House of Flavors - 7 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pentwater Marina Cottage – Walk to Downtown and Beach
Welcome to your perfect getaway in Pentwater, Michigan! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation home is ideally located across the street from Charlie’s Marina, putting you just steps from the water and within easy walking distance of downtown Pentwater’s local restaurants, shops, and art galleries. It’s also a 15-minute walk and 5-minute bike ride to Mears State Park with a public beach on Lake Michigan.
Whether you’re planning a family beach vacation, a boating getaway, or a relaxing weekend in one of West Michigan’s most charming lakeside towns, this home, known to many as Uncle Dave’s place, offers the location and comforts you need to enjoy it all.
THE SPACE
This spacious cottage sleeps up to 10 guests and features a bright, open layout with comfortable living spaces and a well-equipped kitchen for cooking together.
The sleeping arrangements make this home especially convenient for families and groups:
Main floor bedroom: Queen-size bed
Upstairs master bedroom: King-size bed
Upstairs bedroom with a bonus loft: Queen-size bed; and two twin trundle beds in the loft above the bedroom — a fun space for kids or additional guests
Two full bathrooms, with one conveniently located on each level.
After a day at the beach or on the water, come home to central air conditioning, high-speed WiFi, streaming TVs, and a full laundry room.
OUTDOOR LIVING
Make the most of Michigan summer evenings on the patio with an outdoor dining area, propane BBQ grill, and fire pit. Grill dinner, gather around the fire, and enjoy a relaxing evening after exploring Pentwater.
Parking: 3 cars plus a boat trailer, or 5 cars
PERFECT PENTWATER LOCATION
One of this vacation home's best features is its location in the Village of Pentwater. Check out our Pentwater Travel Guide for more information.
Charlie’s Marina is directly across the street, making it incredibly convenient if you’re bringing a boat or want to enjoy time on the water. The marina offers boat docking and boat rentals, giving you easy access to Pentwater Lake and the surrounding waterways.
You can also leave the car behind and walk or bike to many of Pentwater’s favorite destinations. We have four bikes available for your use.
- Downtown Pentwater restaurants, ice cream, coffee shop, boutiques, and local shops - Pentwater art galleries - Mears State Park and Lake Michigan beach - Local parks and walking areas - Seasonal events and attractions take place in town year-round
Whether your ideal day involves boating on Pentwater Lake, relaxing on the Lake Michigan beach, shopping downtown, enjoying dinner at a local restaurant, or simply sitting around the fire pit, you’ll be close to it all.
Come for the lake, stay for the small-town charm, and enjoy the convenience of having so much of Pentwater right outside your door.
Other Nearby Attractions…
- Ten miles to the south, you’ll find the famous Silver Lake Sand Dunes. - 19 miles north is the city of Ludington, which has Meijer, Aldi, Walmart, Home Depot, auto repair shops, a variety of restaurants and fast food, and a state park with hiking trails and Lake Michigan access. - Wineries within a 15-30 minute drive - Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo - Country Dairy Farm Store and Tours
AIRPORTS If you’re flying in, the Manistee County Blacker Airport (MBL) is about 42 miles away, the Muskegon County Airport (MKG) is 52 miles away, and the Grand Rapids Airport (GRR) is 95 miles away.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
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
Minimum check-in age: 18
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 doesn't allow pets
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
Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Pentwater, just steps from Pentwater Lake and Charlie's Marine, and within a short walk of Snug Harbor Marina. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Charles Mears State Park less than a mile away.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
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