5 Northern Michigan Cottage Rentals Near the Beach

Spend the afternoon fishing in Manistee, kayaking Bass Lake or rock hunting on the shores of Lake Michigan. Your dream Up North beach vacation is possible at these Northern Michigan cottage rentals.

Sandy Bear, Glen Arbor

4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

This beautiful, newly constructed home is located in downtown Glen Arbor near the shores of Lake Michigan. Visitors can explore the charming shops and restaurants downtown and then head to the beach for an afternoon of swimming and sand castle building. Sleeps 9.

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Wild Rose, Gaylord

3 bedrooms | 1 bath

Enjoy 300 feet of sandy beach on the east side of Ostego Lake then relax on the sun porch, take the row boat out or splash down the water slide. Bonus: The home is only 5 miles from downtown Gaylord. Sleeps 8.

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Luxury Home on the Marina, Manistee

3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms

This exquisite, luxury home in Harbor Village is just a short walk from a sandy Lake Michigan beach and Man-Made Lake known for fabulous fishing spots. The sprawling kitchen and 66-foot wooden deck overlooking the marina are perfect for hosting a dinner party or just sitting and enjoying your morning coffee. Sleeps 6.

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Bass Lake Haven, Traverse City

3 bedrooms | 2 baths

The rustic cottage on the shores of Bass Lake offers a quiet family getaway. Relax in the hot tub or nap in the hammock, and then take the kayak, paddle boat or row boat out and explore the lake. Don’t forget to bring s’more supplies for the fire pit! Sleeps 4 to 6.

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Eagle View, Harbor Springs

3 bedrooms | 2 baths

Located along the famous M-119 Tunnel of Trees and the shores of Lake Michigan, this Harbor Springs home offers endless possibilities for a Northern Michigan summer vacation. Other features include two wood-burning fireplaces and a sauna. Plus the home is only a 15-minute drive to Good Hart and Harbor Springs. Sleeps 8.

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