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8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
*****
For Summer 2024 we are accepting inquiries only, not booking requests yet. Please let me know what dates you are interested in and I will hold those for you until I know the dates that the owners will be using the cottage, what the rate change will be (if any), etc. Feel free to ask any questions you may have in the inquiry and I will respond asap. Thank you. ~Laura
*****
Welcome to your home on Lake Michigan! With your own beautiful white-sand beach and an unobstructed view of the big lake, this property resembles a beach resort. The cottage interior has an open floor plan and features modern furnishings, tile floors, a cathedral ceiling and a unique beach-stone gas-starter fireplace. The entire west wall of the cottage is windows and glass sliders, overlooking the outdoor living area and Lake Michigan.
The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a bar fridge, and a huge island, perfect for family gatherings.
There are two bedrooms on the main floor; one with a queen bed and one with a double bed. There is one bathroom with a shower. Upstairs is the master suite with a king bed, cathedral ceiling and stunning views of Lake Michigan. The master bath features a double shower. Also upstairs is a loft area with two twin futons and a flat-screen smart TV (no cable or satellite TV service). Excellent fiber optic internet was installed in 2022.
A large deck with plenty of seating provides additional living space and a perfect place for al fresco dining.
As a guest in the Little Point Sable Association, you have free access to the outdoor tennis courts, pickle ball courts, a playground and an 18-hole crolf course (a crude form of golf and fun for the whole family).
Just two miles south are the Little Point Sable Lighthouse and the famous Silver Lake Sand Dunes. A few miles south is Stony Lake. This area offers many outdoor activities and attractions: dune buggies, golf, boating, biking and so much more.
As you may know, the water level of Lake Michigan was at an all-time high in 2020. After much erosion, and losing our beach stairs, the lake level has decreased dramatically and we now have a new stairway (40 steps) to a beautiful beach! One hundred feet of white sandy Lake Michigan beach is all yours.
For Summer 2024 we are accepting inquiries only, not booking requests yet. Please let me know what dates you are interested in and I will hold those for you until I know the dates that the owners will be using the cottage, what the rate change will be (if any), etc. Feel free to ask any questions you may have in the inquiry and I will respond asap. Thank you. ~Laura
*****
Welcome to your home on Lake Michigan! With your own beautiful white-sand beach and an unobstructed view of the big lake, this property resembles a beach resort. The cottage interior has an open floor plan and features modern furnishings, tile floors, a cathedral ceiling and a unique beach-stone gas-starter fireplace. The entire west wall of the cottage is windows and glass sliders, overlooking the outdoor living area and Lake Michigan.
The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a bar fridge, and a huge island, perfect for family gatherings.
There are two bedrooms on the main floor; one with a queen bed and one with a double bed. There is one bathroom with a shower. Upstairs is the master suite with a king bed, cathedral ceiling and stunning views of Lake Michigan. The master bath features a double shower. Also upstairs is a loft area with two twin futons and a flat-screen smart TV (no cable or satellite TV service). Excellent fiber optic internet was installed in 2022.
A large deck with plenty of seating provides additional living space and a perfect place for al fresco dining.
As a guest in the Little Point Sable Association, you have free access to the outdoor tennis courts, pickle ball courts, a playground and an 18-hole crolf course (a crude form of golf and fun for the whole family).
Just two miles south are the Little Point Sable Lighthouse and the famous Silver Lake Sand Dunes. A few miles south is Stony Lake. This area offers many outdoor activities and attractions: dune buggies, golf, boating, biking and so much more.
As you may know, the water level of Lake Michigan was at an all-time high in 2020. After much erosion, and losing our beach stairs, the lake level has decreased dramatically and we now have a new stairway (40 steps) to a beautiful beach! One hundred feet of white sandy Lake Michigan beach is all yours.
Amenities at Spectacular view of Lake Michigan from inside and the deck
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsBeautiful property with amazing views, spacious accommodations, well-stocked kitchen, and great nearby activities. Perfect for a family retreat with memorable sunsets and attentive property manager.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Our family of six, 4 adults and 2 teens, had a wonderful time! The weather was beautiful for most of the week we were there in July. Being steps from the sandy beach was great and we spent most of our time there. Walking the beach and water activities were a daily occurrence.The house was spacious and accommodated our family nicely. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed some meals on the spacious deck. Silver Lake is nearby and we went there several times for ice cream.There are many activities to do nearby such as the dunes at Silver Lake and Little Sable Lighthouse. Pentwater is about a thirty minute drive but is a good place to visit.We spent most of our time at the house, on the beach, just relaxing. We highly recommend this property for a Great Lake Michigan stay!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2022
This was the perfect place for a retreat/quiet week. The beach, the woods were wonderful. The cottage felt private with the trees to either side. The beach was accessible, clean, great for walking and yoga! Beautiful sunsets, too. The house was decorated with natural colors and elements to reflect the serene setting. Felt very relaxing and easy to settle into. I was alone, but would love to take my family back for a vacation. I saw others in the neighborhood association enjoying the “crolf” course, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts available. Great place. You won’t be disappointed!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2021
The Firefly cottage exceeded our expectations. It had the promised million dollar view and was a great space for our family to gather. The house is designed in a way that is suitable for large groups with both full bathrooms being accessible from their corresponding bedrooms as well as from the hallway. The kitchen was well stocked to entertain and accommodate big meals. The nearby walkable crolf course, playground, tennis courts, and pickle ball court were an added bonus. We will definitely be returning as we made such great family memories there. Laura the property manager was fantastic, very accommodating, and responsive. Thank you so much, Firefly Cottage and team!
6.0 / 10.0Average·Sep 2020
Giving this property 3 stars (more like 2.5). We have rented many homes and have never posted a negative review. However, we feel that this property could really improve with a modest investment for bedding/couches and overall cleanliness given the cost.
Starting with the pros. The property sits atop a beautiful area overlooking the lake in the midst of the woods. The outdoor area is spacious and the sunsets are gorgeous. The open design of the house affords guests the opportunity to take in the view. We enjoyed all of our meals outdoors and took advantage of the amenities.
Turning to the cons. The house is dated. And we wouldn’t have minded (chalking it up to “beachside charm”) but for the soiled sheets, pillows, comforters, couches, and outdoor cushions (see pictures). Although a cursory cleaning seems to have been performed, it was evident that sheets and comforters had not been washed in a long time. The couches were also filthy. As a result, we spent a considerable amount of time washing bedding and pillows while on vacation (unsuccessfully attempting to remove what appeared to be blood stains). We covered the stained couches with sheets. The outdoor cushions looked like they hadn’t been cleaned/replaced in years and the furniture is on the verge of falling apart. The beds are likewise old and creak with the smallest movement. The bedding/linens and towels all need to be replaced and the couches should be covered. This all led to paranoia as to lack of cleanliness, especially in the midst of a pandemic.
A few other notes. There was a single garbage bag for a week-long stay. While we brought many of our own supplies, we expected to have more than one garbage bag for the week. It’s such a minor and necessary item to provide to guests considering the nearest shop is at least 20 min away. When we were leaving (we mistakenly thought the checkout time was 11 am), the cleaning crew were incredibly rude and out of line. Given that there was a fee for the late checkout, the tone of the staff was unwarranted and off putting.
Finally, we had previously seen in one of the reviews that some guests had ventured down to the beach even after the erosion, and we did too on one of the days. But we were told to come up and we did immediately (so stay away from the beach even if you see paths in that direction).
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(16 Ratings)
Beautiful property with amazing views, spacious accommodations, well-stocked kitchen, and great nearby activities. Perfect for a family retreat with memorable sunsets and attentive property manager.
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