House 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 house rental
Cozy lake cottage on Whalen lake with a relaxing hot tub right outside Manistee National Forest. Close to miles and miles of ORV, bicycle and hiking trails. The house sits on just under an acre of land on Whalen Lake. With easy access right off of US 10 on a paved road, the lake offers a tranquil atmosphere for any type of vacation. You can utilize the paddle boat or kayak that are provided to get out on the lake or you can fish right off of the dock. Located less than five minutes from town, where you'll find Jones' homemade ice cream, the world's largest brown trout sculpture, shops and restaurants. If you prefer a home cooked meal, the full kitchen has everything you'd need, or you can make something on the grill with a beautiful view of the lake. There are two bedrooms on the first floor and a large loft area with a full bathroom on each floor. Take advantage of the relaxing outdoors, either on the back porch at the patio table, in the screened gazebo, or out by the bonfire pit. This is a great starting point to take advantage of all that Northern Michigan has to offer. Some of our favorite day trips are to Traverse City for awesome wineries, breweries, and shopping; Ludington for great restaurants, and the beautiful beach on Lake Michigan; or to the dunes at Silver Lake. Full access to the house, bonfire pit, paddle boat and four kayaks. The kayaks and paddle boat are available from May 1st to Sept 30th. I can be contacted by text, email or phone during your stay but will not be on site. We have a ring doorbell on the house.
Amenities at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Kitchenware
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Bath or shower
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
It was perfectEverything we needed was there. All kitchen gadgets and spices were available. Bathrooms were fully appointed. And nice extra towels for the hot tub. Great time.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
comfortable stay for a fishing trip
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Our third year at this property! Everything is always clean, welcoming & amazingly well-stocked. The location lends itself to many different day trips with lots to see & do. We look forward to staying again!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
We loved everything about this cottage! It was just as it was advertised on vrbo. Clean, quiet, comfortable and so relaxing for us!
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(34 Ratings)
"It was perfectEverything we needed was there. All kitchen gadgets and spices were available. Bathrooms were fully appointed. And nice extra towels for the hot tub. Great time."
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