Cottage in Michigan
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
Located on the West shore of all-sports Manuka Lake, this freshly updated and fully equipped 3-bed, 2-bath home sits on half an acre of lakefront and is ready for activities year-round. Inside you will find oversized east-facing lakeview windows that provide gorgeous sunrise views and showcase the natural beauty of the lake and its wildlife. Starlink internet and smart TVs will keep you connected if you wish.
Enjoy the outdoors on the large deck, in the yard at the fire pit, or down on the beach. Lawn chairs, picnic tables, a grill, and some recreational equipment are provided. Enjoy quick access to public land and trail systems and just a 10-minute drive to downtown Gaylord.
For winter activities, the lake freezes well and is popular for ice fishing, ice skating, and snowmobiling. There are 100s of miles of readily accessible snowmobile trails in the area, both heading into Gaylord and out towards Waters and Mancelona. Multiple ski resorts are within a 40 mile radius, offering skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, and various winter activities.
For summer activities, the house comes with a dock, paddle-board, 2 adult kayaks, (child kayaks available upon request), paddle boat, life jackets, beach towels, inflatable tubes, and three fishing poles. This is a great lake for fishing! There is a public boat launch about a quarter mile north of the house. The house is equipped with AC.
We offer a quick and easy check out process - no doing all the work of the cleaner!
Situated centrally on the lake, the cottage offers views and fabulous access to open water. Come explore the lake and all the activities northern Michigan has to offer, and stay for the comforts and conveniences of cottage life. Pets are welcome!
Enjoy the outdoors on the large deck, in the yard at the fire pit, or down on the beach. Lawn chairs, picnic tables, a grill, and some recreational equipment are provided. Enjoy quick access to public land and trail systems and just a 10-minute drive to downtown Gaylord.
For winter activities, the lake freezes well and is popular for ice fishing, ice skating, and snowmobiling. There are 100s of miles of readily accessible snowmobile trails in the area, both heading into Gaylord and out towards Waters and Mancelona. Multiple ski resorts are within a 40 mile radius, offering skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, and various winter activities.
For summer activities, the house comes with a dock, paddle-board, 2 adult kayaks, (child kayaks available upon request), paddle boat, life jackets, beach towels, inflatable tubes, and three fishing poles. This is a great lake for fishing! There is a public boat launch about a quarter mile north of the house. The house is equipped with AC.
We offer a quick and easy check out process - no doing all the work of the cleaner!
Situated centrally on the lake, the cottage offers views and fabulous access to open water. Come explore the lake and all the activities northern Michigan has to offer, and stay for the comforts and conveniences of cottage life. Pets are welcome!
Amenities at Lakefront cottage with deck and firepit. Pets are welcome!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Michigan
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Kitchen was well stocked with everything I could think a family would need including multiple coffee options . Games for the kids. Cozy home with great sunrise views of the lake. Large parking area. Address large and well lit. Easy entry.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Wonderful view and comfortable space to hang out for a game weekend with friends. Everything we needed was provided and check out process was very easy we didn’t really have to do anything. Would stay again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Perfect for a visit! Easy and clean!! Plus it was a beautiful view of the lake!
6 / 10Average·Nov 2023
Upon arrival there was no heat and some lights not working, my husand had to switch the breaker. Everytime we turned up the heat it went back down on us, we could not turn on the fire place we tried multiple times. It was very cold for us with having two children 2 and under. The downstairs bed was already broken when we got there, the mattress is dipping on one side. There was only one roll of toliet paper that was provided when there were 5 adults. Also, we got 4-5 inches of snow during our stay and there was no shovel for us to use. The place is absolutely beautiful but we were disappointed during our vacation.
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(63 Ratings)
"Kitchen was well stocked with everything I could think a family would need including multiple coffee options . Games for the kids. Cozy home with great sunrise views of the lake. Large parking area. A..."
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